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Whether you’re a technophobe, looking to build your confidence or just learn some new tricks, we’ve collated some IT training resources to help you develop your digital literacy skills.
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Technology has become intertwined with nearly every aspect of our lives. Many tasks like applying for jobs or shopping for clothes have become digitized. And in the new world of work, basic digital literacy can help job seekers unlock new opportunities. If you are interested in learning more about computers but aren’t sure how to get started, then this course is for you. Join senior staff instructor Garrick Chow as he covers the basics of working with devices like computers, tablets, and smartphones. Using jargon-free language, he demystifies unfamiliar concepts and helps to solidify what you already knew.
Learn about the different hardware parts that make up a computer. Explore the fundamentals of working with operating systems and applications, as well as how to keep your computer secure. Plus, learn how to work with essential productivity programs like word processors and spreadsheet tools. Follow along and learn the technical skills you need to succeed in our digital world.
Duration: 1 hour 43 minutes
Skills: Computer literacy
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/working-with-computers-and-devices
Having basic computer skills is a significant asset in today’s modern world. Computers keep us connected to family and friends and help us do our jobs. Learn how to use a computer comfortably, while improving learning and productivity.
This course focuses on the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system and offers a thorough, jargon-free introduction to computers, files and folders, networks, and peripherals like printers and keyboards. Garrick Chows also covers basic skills for working with software applications, the Internet, and email.
Duration: 1 hour 44 minutes
Skills: Computer literacy, Windows 10
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/computer-literacy-for-windows-10-2021/get-up-to-speed-with-your-windows-computer
In this course, Garrick Chow walks through the skills necessary to use Mac computers comfortably, while improving learning, productivity, and performance. This course focuses on Mac hardware and the macOS operating system, offering a thorough introduction to computers, networks, and computer peripherals such as printers, Bluetooth devices, and more. In addition, basic procedures with software applications, the internet, and email are covered.
Duration: 2 hours 28 minutes
Skills: Computer literacy, MacOS
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/computer-literacy-for-mac-2