File Management

Introduction / Purpose

Although the Westminster Computer Has a relatively large hard disk (250 GB), it is important to monitor, transfer and remove unwanted files in order to prevent clutter on the computer system. Back in the days of Window 3.1 an "80% Rule" was a rough guideline to indicate a which point "clutter" or un-removed files could affect computer system performance. Although that percentage is considered much higher on newer operating systems, performing periodic file management is highly recommended.

There are several methods of preserving file space in the computer lab:

• Run the "Grab Work" program to automatically transfer student work to USB drive.
• Copy work from workstation directory to plugged in USB drive.
• Manually remove work using the Nautilus File Manager application.

How to Perform File & Folder Management

YouTube Video

If you want to see the visual steps for "File Management", here is a link to a customized YouTube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DsoidBjbjY

Written Instructions

Below are the written instructions (in case you prefer to have a printout of these procedures):

The application used for file management in this computer lab is called Nautilus. This application is considered to be VERY similar to MS Windows Explorer (not to be confused with MS Internet Explorer which is a web-browser).

To launch Nautlius, the user simply clicks on the folder icon that is located in the docking panel at the bottom of the screen. Next, a context menu should appear in a similar fashion below:

Computer
Home
Desktop
Trash
File System
CD/DVD Drive
Network
Connect to Server
Documents
Music
Pictures
Videos
Documents

Additional Resources

To be Completed