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Digital Literacy Self-Assessment
2 = YES    |    1 = NOT SURE, BUT LIKELY    |    0 = NO or UNLIKELY
II. File Management Knowledge
score
Do you know the acceptable form for a filename?
 
Do know how to search for a file on your computer?
 
Do you know how to create a folder?
 
Do you know how to navigate file structures using Windows Explorer?
 
Do you know how to create a shortcut on the desktop?
 
Do you know how to save files to a desktop folder, hard drive or disk?
 
Can you use compression software such as Winzip to compress and decompress files?
 
Do you know how to remove unwanted files, empty the recycle bin and restore items sent to the recycle bin?
 
Do you know how to copy documents from a hard disk to a floppy and vice versa?
 
Do you know the difference between file formats and know when to use them (eg, ASCII, Rich Text Format, HTML, pdf)?
 
TOTAL SCORE File Management Knowledge
 
If you scored above 16 points on this section, you probably have the skill level you need.
If you scored between 10 and 15, you seem to have a significant amount of familiarity but we suggest you continue to give yourself opportunities to work with a computer and become even more familiar with that particular aspect**.
If you scored below 10, you need to get additional training and/or practice**.