Basic Computing

Lessons (10-12 weeks)

1. Software, Hardware and Storage Devices

2. Components of a Computer System

3. Beginning Windows - Mouse skills (Spider Solitaire)

4. Using MS Paint

5. Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing - Keyboard skills

6. Typical Computer Keyboard

7. Surfing the internet

8. Using Search Engines

9. Using Yahoo Email

10.  

Resources

Using Paint - Microsoft Windows Vista version

Learn Touch Typing - Online free touch typing program

Getting started with computers and the Internet

Be a digital champion - pass on your learning

Beginners help: computer basics - These guides will set you on the right path.

Laptop Buying Guide 2011 - Some pointers towards your first laptop

Some free Games - FreeMahjong, Mr Men