Click on the links below for some basic online information about computers. If you would prefer instruction in person, please refer to our Technology Instruction page.
If you need a place to start or need to know what some of the words used mean, refer to these two websites:
Computer Instruction Playlist
A comprehensive list of videos that discusses how to use varying computer essentials. If you like any of the videos below, please check out this playlist:
Hardware Basics
- How PCs Work – If you have the patience, every single part of the computer is explained.
Mouse Skills
Keyboard/Typing Skills
- Keyboard Shortcuts
- Typing.com – Learn to type
- Typing Test
- Learning Express Library Complete – MCLS Library card holders, log into Learning Express Library Complete > Basic Computer Skills for an interactive tutorial designed to help you learn to type, increase your typing speed, and develop good keyboarding habits to last a lifetime. Whether you are just a beginner or want to improve your typing skills, you’ll have fun while building this essential skill!