Free Computer Basic Courses

Getting Stared on the Computer  - this 15 minute class from Digitallearn.org will guide you through the basics, beginning with, "what is a computer" and introducing you to the mouse, keyboard and ports.
New Computer User Tutorial - if you've never touched a computer before, start with this tutorial from TLN Technology Committee in English or En Espanol
Basic Computer Terminology - a pictorial glossary from the Lockhart Public Library.
Using a PC (Windows 7) - This  DigitalLearn.org tutorial introduces the desktop, files and folders.
Computer Tutorial for Beginners - learn basic mouse and keyboarding skills, hint:  in the United Kingdom a full stop is a period.  
Computer Basics - This tutorial is designed to get you started with your home computer and is one of many free and easy to use tutorials from GFCLearnFree.org. 

How to Copy and Paste - view this short video to learn a  this useful computer skill. Click here for copy and paste practice.
Mouse Aerobics become comfortable with the mouse and learn some basic computer skills with this tutorial from the Central Kansas Library System.
Typing Web - lessons for beginners and for those who want to build accuracy and speed.  Create a log in if you want to track your progress, or close the log in screen and begin.

Introduction to Windows 8 - an online tutorial from GCF Learnfree to help you adapt to Microsoft's latest version of Windows.
Using Microsoft Windows - a basic overview of Windows 7, XP & 98 from GFCLearnFree.org, a nonprofit organization which provides free learning in over 750 subjects.
Using a Mac - Get started with an Apple Computer using the OS X operating system using this tutorial fromDigitallearn.org.
 Get Started with Microsoft Word - choose your version of Word and get started with a tutorial fromGCFLearnfree.org.