Basic Computer Skill

Master the essential skills needed to operate a computer confidently.
From basic navigation to system maintenance.

Basic Skills

Getting Started with Your First Computer

📘 Lesson - 01

Learn all about getting started with computers.

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How to Use Your Computer's Built-in Help

📘 Lesson - 02

Learn how to use your computer's built-in help function.

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Undo Your Mistakes

📘 Lesson - 03

Learn how to use the Undo feature to revert recent changes.

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Understanding File Extensions

📘 Lesson - 04

Learn about different file extensions and how to identify them.

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Downloading and Uploading

📘 Lesson - 05

Learn how to upload and download files on your computer.

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Free Software

📘 Lesson - 06

How to find safe, reliable free programs available today.

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Open Source vs. Closed Source

📘 Lesson - 07

Learn the difference between open and closed source software.

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What is a PDF File?

📘 Lesson - 08

Learn what a PDF file is and what you can do with it.

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Setup and Maintenance

How to Set Up a Wi-Fi Network

📘 Lesson - 09

Step-by-step guide to setting up your Wi-Fi network.

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How to Update Your Software

📘 Lesson - 10

Learn how to run software updates to keep things smooth.

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Customize Your Desktop

📘 Lesson - 11

Learn how to change your background and appearance.

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If Your Computer Gets a Virus

📘 Lesson - 12

What to do if your computer gets infected with a virus.

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How to Set Up a New Printer

📘 Lesson - 13

Follow step-by-step instructions to set up a new printer.

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How to Power Cycle a Device

📘 Lesson - 14

Learn how to restart modems and devices properly.

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Disable Startup Applications

📘 Lesson - 15

Speed up boot times by disabling startup programs.

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Keep Old Computers Running Smooth

📘 Lesson - 16

Learn how to maintain aging computer hardware.

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Tips for Speeding Up Your PC

📘 Lesson - 17

Use these tips to speed up a sluggish computer.

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Defragment Your Hard Drive

📘 Lesson - 18

Learn how to defrag your drive for better performance.

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Starting in Safe Mode

📘 Lesson - 19

Learn to use Safe Mode for troubleshooting issues.

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Installing and Uninstalling

Installing Software (Windows)

📘 Lesson - 20

Learn how to install software on your Windows computer.

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Installing Software (Mac)

📘 Lesson - 21

Learn how to install software on your Mac device.

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Uninstalling Software (Windows)

📘 Lesson - 22

Learn how to uninstall software from your Windows PC.

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Uninstalling Software (Mac)

📘 Lesson - 23

Learn how to uninstall software from your Mac device.

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