Computer Basics


	GCFLearnFree.org Contributed by: Goodwill Community Foundation International Link: http://www.gcflearnfree.org/topics 5 Click the title to vote The Goodwill Community Foundation offers free, great online learning on a wide range of basic and intermediate skills in Microsoft office applications, computer basics, Internet basics, social media and other self-sufficiency skills.
	Google Docs Tutorial Contributed by: Tech Goes Home Link: http://www.techgoeshome.org/index/876844 5 Click the title to vote A tutorial on how to use Google Docs. Google Docs is a powerful word processor that allows you to create documents, upload existing files, and share them with friends, family, and co-workers. Google Docs comes free with a Gmail account.
	New Mexico State Library Curriculum Materials Contributed by: Fast Forward New Mexico Link: http://fastforwardnm.org/resources/curriculum 5 Click the title to vote The New Mexico State Library offers curriculum materials for educators offering a basic skill series and a small business success series in English and in Spanish.
	Data Storage Training Contributed by: Connect Your Community Link: http://www.connectcommunity.org/2010/09/24/module-... 5 Click the title to vote An introductory training on data storage including offline and online solutions.
	New User Tutorial Contributed by: The Library Network Link: http://tech.tln.lib.mi.us/tutor/ 5 Click the title to vote A training designed for people that have never used a computer before, focuses on using the mouse and scrolling.
	Free Online Typing Course Contributed by: GoodTyping.com Link: http://www.goodtyping.com/introduccion.htm?n=Guest... 4 Click the title to vote This typing course will guide you step-by-step from the beginning. You will be typing quickly and accurately, without looking at the keys, in just a few hours.
	How to Create an Adobe ID Contributed by: New York State Library State of New York Link: http://www.midyork.org/_pdf/How%20to%20Create%20an... 3 Click the title to vote A one-page reference guide that explains how to create an Adobe ID.
	Microsoft Word Basics Contributed by: New York State Library State of New York Link: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/nybbexpress/curri... 3 Click the title to vote A one-page reference guide on Microsoft Word.
	How to Copy, Cut, and Paste for Beginners Contributed by: LifeHacker Link: http://lifehacker.com/5801525/help-new-pc-users-le... 2 Click the title to vote This tutorial walks through the steps on how to cut, copy, and paste a file, image, text, or other item.
	Using Windows--Basics Contributed by: New York State Library State of New York Link: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/nybbexpress/curri... 1 Click the title to vote A one-page reference guide to understanding Windows operating system.
	Northstar Online Digital Literacy Assessment Contributed by: Minnesota Literacy Council Institute of Museum and Library Services Link: http://www.digitalliteracyassessment.org/index.php 0 Click the title to vote The Northstar Digital Literacy Project defines basic skills needed to perform tasks on computers and online. The ability of adults to perform these tasks can be assessed through online, self-guided modules. Included are basic computer digital literacy standards and modules in six main areas: Basic Computer Use, Internet, Windows Operating System, Mac OS, Email, and Word Processing (Word). When individuals pass the assessments at approved sites, they can obtain the Northstar Digital Literacy Certificate. This provides a credential for employment. There is no cost to complete the online assessments.
	Passwords 101 Contributed by: Vermont Council on Rural Development Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzIWURjhrRo&feature... 0 Click the title to vote Learn some easy ways to create a strong password.
	Sense-Lang.org Contributed by: Sense-Lang.org Link: http://www.sense-lang.org/ 0 Click the title to vote Since 2001 this site has provided a free, very unique and user-friendly learning method proven to help each and every person learn, practice, and improve your typing speed and accuracy. The site has been adopted by many schools worldwide as a leading learning method for their students. It can help teachers » Design a typing program specifically for your students » Grade students’ tests » Track students’ progress
	Using a Mouse Contributed by: Broadband Access Project (BAP) Link: https://sites.google.com/a/umn.edu/computer-basics... 0 Click the title to vote Learn how to use a mouse.
	Mouse Tutorial Contributed by: City of Mesa Libraries Link: http://www.mesalibrary.org/research/mouse/page01.h... 0 Click the title to vote Learn how to use a computer mouse.
	Microsoft Word Contributed by: Goodwill Community Foundation International Link: http://www.gcflearnfree.org/word 0 Click the title to vote Microsoft Word, a popular word processing software, is essential for producing documents both at home and work.
	Microsoft Word Common Shortcuts Contributed by: New York State Library State of New York Link: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/nybbexpress/curri... 0 Click the title to vote A one-page reference guide on commonly used Microsoft Word shortcuts.
	Basic Computer Terminology Contributed by: New York State Library State of New York Link: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/nybbexpress/curri... 0 Click the title to vote A one-page reference guide that explains basic computer terms.
	Google Mail (Gmail) Tutorial Contributed by: Tech Goes Home Link: http://www.techgoeshome.org/index/876869 0 Click the title to vote Tutorial on how to use Gmail. Gmail, or Google Mail, is a free electronic communications suite featuring email, chat, video chat, calendar, an office suite, and much more. This will help you create a gmail account and send your first email.
	Tech Goes Home Curriculum Contributed by: Tech Goes Home Link: http://www.techgoeshome.org/curriculum 0 Click the title to vote The TGH curriculum program offers individuals the ability to improve their quality of life as new members of the on-line community. Offered in English and in Spanish.