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INTRODUCTION AND CONTENT

This web site supplements and enhances class lecture and discussions as well as textbook readings. And although some class assignments will include content found on this Web site, this site is not intended to be a substitute for or an alternative to class attendance. This site is also designed to enhance and improve your computing and Internet skills and experience. And you will find resources that will help you improve your study skills and help you with other courses and programs. You can have fun at this site, too. For site content details, click here.

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WHAT YOU WILL FIND HERE:

  1. SYLLABI: Updated syllabi for all courses.
  2. MESSAGES : Announcements, reminders, and messages for all students and students in specific courses.
  3. WRITING HELP: Resources for reviewing punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, word choice, and style, along with practice exercises. Other resources cover paragraphs, essays, research papers, documentation, and citation, including documenting and citing sources from the Web. You will also find business and technical writing resources.
  4. ARGUMENT: Help with logic, critical thinking skills, and developing and evaluating written arguments.
  5. SKEPTICS: Links to Web sites for Advanced Composition students to use for weekly assignments. However, everyone will find these sites fun, interesting, and informative.
  6. INTERNET: Resources that explain the Internet--what it is, how it works, its history, what's on it ( EVERYTHING! ), how to use it, how to search it, and how to evaluate its sources. You will also find resources that help you better understand your computer, that help you solve computer problems, and that help you keep your computer running smoothly.
  7. REFERENCE: Resources for looking up everything and anything, as well as an extensive list of sites for research projects and papers.
  8. FINANCIAL AID: Resources for finding out about and applying for financial aid.
  9. EMPLOYMENT: Resources that cover everything about job hunting, including developing and submitting electronic resumes, and finding out about internships.
  10. DAILY TREAT: Recommended cool Web sites, links to interesting articles, Windows and Internet tips. No longer updated.
  11. SEARCH: Links to the best search engines, meta-search engines, specialized search engines.
  12. LOCAL: Madison, Dane County, and Wisconsin sites. Find out about local events and happenings. You'll also find local reference resources.
  13. CURRENT EVENTS: News and current event sites that help you keep up with what's going on, plus links to your favorite magazines, as well as some you don't know about but should.
  14. BREAK TIME: Put the books down. Take a break and escape for awhile.
  15. WORD PLAY/FUN: Fun with words and language. For word alcoholics and verbivores.
  16. ASSIGNMENTS: You'll find your Web assignments on this page.
  17. SCHOOL HELP: Resources that will improve your study, test-taking and learning skills. You will also find help with most subjects, courses, and assignments, including resources for students taking literature and speech/presentation courses.

WHAT YOU WILL NOT FIND HERE:

Because this Web site is not a substitute for class attendance, you won't find

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ESSENTIAL COMPUTER MAINTENANCE

My computer has slowed to a crawl. My computer keeps crashing, freezing up, and I keep getting error messages, including blue screens. I have to keep restarting my computer. 

These are common complaints from students, co-workers, and friends. These problems can usually be solved by doing the following:

But before you read any further, stop and create a Startup Disk or Recovery Disks( for Windows XP)  if you haven't already done so. If you have trouble starting Windows, you can use a startup disk to start your computer, run diagnostic programs, and fix many problems. Click on Start-Settings-Control Panel-Add/Remove Programs. Select the Startup Disk tab. You'll need a floppy and five minutes. If your computer will not start andWindows will not load, turn off your computer, insert your startup floppy, and then turn on your computer. Follow the instructions. Be sure to store your startup disk in a jewel case in a safe place.

To create Recovery Disks, click on Start-Programs-PC Help and Tools-PC Recovery CD/DVD Creator. Follow the instructions.

 Leave your computer on!! You should restart it or shut it down (then turn it back on) once or twice a day to regain lost/leaked memory ( RAM ) and resources, but don't turn it off for long periods. Here's why. If your operating system is Windows 98or ME,  your computer's default settings for running Disk Defragmenter, Scan Disk, and Disk Clean Up schedule these essential maintenance and repair tasks to automatically run after midnight. So if you turn off your computer at night before going to bed, these tasks never run unless you manually run them. If you have Windows XP, you have to manually run or schedule these tasks. In addition, other automatic tasks, such as your virus update,virus/malware scan or Windows updates/patches, can't run if your computer is turned off.. If you don't know what your Operating System is, open Windows Explorer,  and click on Help-About Windows. Warning: Always " Shut Down" your computer. Don't just turn off the power unless you have no other choice. Click Start, and then select " Restart " or " Shut Down."

These tasks are scheduled to run once a week Windows 98 and ME, but you can configure them to run more often as well as see how they are configured--and you should-- by going to START-PROGRAMS-ACCESSORIES-SYSTEM TOOLS-MAINTENANCE WIZARD. Make sure Scan Disk's Thorough and Automatically Fix Errors boxes are checked. You can also have Maintenance Wizard run all three tasks whenever you want. Click on Maintenance Wizard and check the box Perform Maintenance Now. Warning: Never interrupt Disk Defragmenter once it has started. This can result in the loss of hard drive data and further fragment your hard drive.

To run these tasks in Windows XP, right click on your C: drive and select Properties and then select Disk Clean-Up. To defragment or check your hard disk for errors, click on the Tools tab.
With any Windows operating system, you can schedule any tasks to run automatically when you want them to. Click on
Start-Programs-Accessories-System Tools-Schedule

SAFEGUARDS

Power Surges: During a thunder/lightening storm, unplug your computer and modem from wall outlets/connection, and if your power goes off during a storm, don't plug them back in until power is restored. If you have a sudden, unexpected power outage, unplug your computer and modem. Power surges, when power is restored, can damage your computer and modem. Always have your computer and other hardware plugged into a surge protector that costs at least $40.00. Many power strips have built-in surge protectors. If you have a cable broadband connection, unplug your computer and your cable outlet connection.

PC Security: It is essential that you have an updated anti-virus program running all the time. The three most popular are Norton, McAfee, Trend Micro's PC-Cillin. All three can be updated from the Net, and you should update them daily.  I configured PC-Cillin to automatically check for and install updates every three hours. You also need a firewall to protect your PC from outside intrusions.  Trend Micro's Internet Security includes a firewall with its anti-virus program as well as real-time spyware protection. Windows XP has a built-in firewall, but you have to enable it. It's easy do this. Open Windows Explorer and open up the Help window from the toolbar. Search for enable Internet firewall, and follow the steps. Never have two firewalls installed. To see how easily someone can get into your PC, go to the Gibson Research site and click on Shields Up. Then head for PC Pitstop for a free diagnostics.

It is also essential that you install all of Microsoft's critical updates. You can download critical updates and other Microsoft updates at Windows Update.

N
ot sure how to download and install applications from the Net? Click here. Get a free online virus scan at Trend Micro.

In addition to anti-virus and firewall protection, you also need to be protected from malware, adware, spyware, trojans and key loggers. I recommend Ad-awareSE and Spybot Search And Destroy. Both are free.I also recommend NoAdware, which costs $30; You should check for updates and run these twice a week to look for nasties on your hard drive. Many security experts also add two more to this counter-espionage arsenal: Pest Patrol and Spy Sweeper. Both are available in trial versions. . I use Trend Micro's Internet Security . Once a week, I scan with Ad-Adware,  Spybot's Search and Destroy, and NoAdware. The best pop-up blocker I've found comes with Google's Desktop ( Google Tools), which you can quickly install at Google's website. After installation, Google will always be at the top below your toolbar.

Finally, read your PC's user manual! Duh. . . . . !

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