Online Computer Tutorials

Introduction to Computing

• BBC Absolute Beginners Guide

Animated step-by-step guide to the basics of using a mouse and keyboard, the parts of a computer system, and even how to sit properly to avoid wrist and back problems.

Using a Mouse: Mouserobics                                                                                                                                                         

• Central Kansas Library System Computer Lab

Use this computer mouse exercise tool and become an expert in no time.  Just follow the written directions and click away! 

• Mouse Exercises 

Here are some simple exercises to get you acquainted with the mouse.

• Games for Mouse Skills

Practice your mouse skills with some of these internet games.

• Mousercise

Practice your mousing skills with this mousercise.

• Mousing Around Tutorial

Read each page and follow the instructions in using a mouse.

Typing/Keyboard Practice

• Keyboard

          Learn about each of the keys on the keyboard and their function.

• Goodtyping

• NimbleFingers

Beginning, intermediate and advanced typing lessons.

• Powertyping

Typing lessons and tests to measure words typed per minute.

Software Tutorials

• Excel 2007, PowerPoint 2007, Word 2007 Tutorials from Microsoft
  

Several sets of tutorials on different aspects of these popular Microsoft applications.

• Free Computer Tutorials for Beginners

Tutorials include Beginning Computing, Microsoft Office 2003 (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets, Javascript, and more.

• LearnFree

Step-by-step lessons on computer basics, Internet and email basics, internet safety, Microsoft Office, Windows, and caree development.

• TeacherClick

Tutorials on various editions of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, plus Photoshop, Windows, Dreamweaver and more.  Scrolldown to the bottom of the page for the list of tutorials.

• Pandia Search Central

All you need to know about search engines, Internet searching and search engine marketing.

• Using Technology Positively

 Fact sheets on everyday technologies for new users.

Computing for Seniors

• Senior's Guide to Computers

An entertaining and well-written guide to computers. Covers everything from sending an email to backing up files.

• SeniorNet

 Provides older adults education for and access to computer technologies.

• Computer Accessibility Tips for Users of Windows XP

Customize your computer to counter the effects of age-related difficulties with vision, hearing and dexterity.

• Computer Accessibility Tips for Users MAC OSX

Solutions for Seniors using MAC computers.

Online searching

• Internet 101

Internet 101 was created for those who want to know just the basics. This guide will provide you with enough knowledge to have fun on the Internet, yet will not bore you with too many details. Think of this as a set of instructions…for people who don’t like to read instructions!

• Web Search Tips

Basic search help, facts and tips for better searching.

• Web Search Guide

The Web Search Guide is about web searching, web strategies and tools from a Canadian perspective