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Help for New Users - Tutorials - Class Handouts - Computer Terms - Internet Service Providers - Search Engines - Technical Sites - Tools - Identifying Hoaxes
An introduction to the web and browsers in a short, easy to read e-book. HackCollege offers simple tips for a more accurate Google Search strategy.
Practice the basics of using a computer mouse.
Typing lessons and games for beginners. Registration is recommended to track your progress, but not required.
A hands-on tutorial that will give you a lot of practice using a mouse.
A variety of resources for both new and seasoned users.
Learn the Net: The Web At-A-Glance
An introduction to using a mouse and navigating the World Wide Web.
Software, website building and photography tutorials.
How to Get a Free E-mail Account Links to the most popular free e-mail sites.
Microsoft Office 2007 Tutorials Online tutorials created by Florida Gulf Coast University for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and FrontPage.
Apple (Mac)
iPod (Requires Quicktime to play)
Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, etc.) Microsoft Operating Systems (Windows XP, Vista, 7, etc.)
OverDrive (downloading e-books and audiobooks)
Supplemental materials from classes held at the library.
NetLingo.com: The Internet Dictionary A glossary with definitions of online terminology and words.
An online dictionary for computer and Internet terms.
Definitions for computer and Internet terms.
University of South Carolina's glossary.
Compares the two most popular high-speed Internet connection types.
How to choose an ISP based on your surfing personality and needs.
Subscription content including articles from popular magazines and journals. (UHLS library card required.)
Internet Archive Wayback Machine A service that allows users to visit archived versions of Web sites. Visitors to the Wayback Machine can type in a URL, select a date range, and then begin surfing on an archived version of the Web.
The Pandia Goalgetter: Search Engine Tutorial This short and easy guide will tell you how to search the Web more efficiently.
Detailed analysis of Internet search engines, their features, databases, and strategies.
A guide to using Internet search engines and search engine registration and ranking issues.
Handy map of WiFi locations in the Capital Region.
Information, tips, fixes, workarounds, and answers for Microsoft Windows.
Tech news, reviews, and downloads.
Automatically scan license agreements for interesting words an phrases. Discover potentially hidden behavior about the software you would like to install.
A magazine for Macintosh users. Features product evaluations and instructional content.
A computer magazine with many product reviews and comparisons.
Smart Computing in Plain English The magazine's website contains tips, FAQs, and a handy Q&A board.
Computer virus threats, security advisories, and hoax information.
Free instructions, tools and downloads for hardware / software recovery and updates. For intermediate to advanced users.
Recover files from damaged or corruptedCD/DVD/HD DVD/Blu-Ray disks (free).
Want to upgrade your memory to speed up your computer, but don't know which kind to buy? Crucial has two different tools to help you find compatible memory upgrades for your system. Please note, this page is about RAM memory, not storage memory. Document Sharing: Dropbox - DropSend - Google Docs - Scribd - SkyDrive Use these sites to store documents and media "in the cloud" and share with whomever you select. Most offer a free account with limited space, with the option to purchase more. Identify which program can open a file. For example, .pdf files can be opened in Adobe Reader, Nitro Reader, Foxit, etc.
Universal file format converter for audio, video, image, document, and e-book files. No software download required. 100 MB file size limit. Convert a long link into a short link. Short links are helpful when working with a limited number of characters, such as with Twitter or text messages.
Universal conversion site. Converts all of the formats listed above, plus CAD and compressed files. Supports download and conversion of online objects using URLs. This site also features options to send and manage large files.
Did you ever receive an email or hear a story you weren't sure you could trust? Check these sites to see if it is a scam.
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