DREADEN: Use this website to learn more about computers

The https://DigitalLearn.org website has the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace, Sandra Dreaden says.

If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, DigitalLearn.org has the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed. 

Sections include:

●Getting started on your computer

●Using a PC (Windows 7)

●Navigating a website

●Basic search

●Introduction to email

●Using a MAC (OS X)

●Microsoft Word

●Creating resumes

●Online job searching

●Cloud storage

●Introduction to Skype

●Introduction to Facebook

●Buying a plane ticket

●Online scams

●Internet privacy

●Why use a computer?

DigitalLearn.org is an Institute of Museum and Library Services grant-funded project of the Public Library Association.

The site, launched in June 2013 and updated in 2016, is intended to build upon and foster the work of libraries and community organizations as they work to increase digital literacy across the nation.

Sandra Dreaden is the Crestview Public Library's reference librarian.

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: DREADEN: Use this website to learn more about computers