Computer Basic skills
When using computers, nearly everything you’ll do involves files in some way. Files of different types are created by different types of software programs and contain different types of information: text, images, web pages, etc. You’ll basically be creating, editing, moving, sending, or receiving files of one kind or another. Most software programs have similar menus, so once you learn to use files related to a specific program, such as a word-processor, you’ll have already mastered the basics of most programs regardless of the different types of files they’ll use.
To be successful in an online class, you should have the following technology skills—or be able to call on someone--like a close friend or family member—who can teach you.


Nearly everything with computers becomes much more fun once you get past the jittery basics. Patience and perseverance will see you through! Take lots of breaks, use the HELP buttons contained in most software programs as they offer step-by-step instructions for most everything you can think of. Talk to those who have been using computers for a while to benefit from their experience and advice.
I am comfortable using a computer. Keyboarding is easy for me, and I am usually accurate. I know how to print documents from my computer. I know how to use the Internet. I know what a URL is. I know how to use a search engine. I know how to make a bookmark (or “favorite”). I am comfortable using email. I know how to make an email attachment. I know how to save an email attachment to my hard drive.