Using Google Docs Applications

A talk presented at The American International School of Abuja. Introduction to Google Applications

Transcript

2. Using Google Docs Applications - Fisayo AFOLAYAN.
3. Assumed to Know: • What is a Computer. • Components of a Computer. • Computer Networks. • Internet : Massive Network of Networks • Web: A way of accessing information over the internet [http://] • Cloud Computing. Essence of Cloud Computing.
4. Cloud Computing: In cloud computing, the word cloud (also phrased as "the cloud") is used as a metaphor for "the Internet," so the phrase cloud computing means "a type of Internet-based computing," where different services, such as servers, storage and applications are delivered to your devices through the Internet.
5. What is Google Docs App? Google Docs Application is an easy-to-use document, presentation, and spreadsheet editor that enables you to create, store, and share instantly and securely.
6. Why Google Doc? •You do not need to install any Software. •You can access your work from anywhere at any point in time. (Provided you have internet Access ☺). •You do not need to spend a dime.
7. Why Google Doc? -cont •Get quick feedback from multiple people – simultaneously and asynchronously. •Make the full writing process visible – including revisions. •Easily share data sets.
8. Essentials Needed !!! •Internet Access •Google Email Account
9. Internet Protocols to Note • Http: Hypertext Transfer Protocol. • Https: Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure. • www: World Wide Web.
10. Locate this icon within your Mail
11. Locate and Click the “Docs” Icon
12. Google Docs Window will appear on Screen
13. Google Docs Practical Session
14. Locate and Click the “Sheets” Icon
15. Google Sheets Window will appear on Screen
16. Google Sheets Practical Session
17. Locate and Click the “Slides” Icon
18. Google Slides Window will appear on Screen
19. Google Slides Practical Session
20. Practical Session. • Checking Revision History • Creating Folders. • Copying Files. • Moving Files. • Sharing Folders. • Printing.