Tech Connect Resources
Computer Skills
Basic Computer Skills
Are you new to using computers? Do you wonder what people mean when they say the Cloud, Windows, Blackberry, Lion, etc.? Perhaps you would just like to know more about how computers work? When it comes to learning today's technology, Computer Basics from LearnFree.org has the basic concepts covered.
Typing Skills
TypingWeb is a free online typing tutor & keyboarding tutorial for typists of all skill levels. TypingWeb includes entertaining typing games, typing tests, and free official typing certification. Create an account to monitor your progress.
Microsoft Office
The Microsoft Office suite is an essential collection of desktop applications that includes Word for documents, Excel for spreadsheets, PowerPoint for presentations, Access for databases and much more. Choose your version of Microsoft Office to begin learning. From LearnFree.org.
Using the mouse
Learn all about the mouse and how to use it to do different tasks on your computer. The exercises in this tutorial will help to gradually improve your mousing skills too.
Internet Skills
Basic Internet Skills
Become Internet savvy with tutorials on how to browse smartly, maintain your safety, and network socially while online. From LearnFree.org.
Facebook 101: This tutorial was created to get you up to speed on how to create, use, and maintain a Facebook page of your own, including understanding the complex Facebook privacy policies and settings. From LearnFree.org.
Tech Savvy Seniors
Telstra's Tech Savvy Seniors program aims to help older Australians connect to the internet. The program is delivered through a series of short videos on subjects including mobile phones, choosing the right network for your home computer, exploring social networks, using e-book readers and tablets and staying safe online
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