Practice Computer Skills
Practice Computer Skills
Learner Web
Learn basic computer skills, how to use the Internet, how to use Broadband or High Speed Internet, as well as where to find a new or used computer.
If you are interested in setting-up your own Learner Web account, please connect with the PPL Learning Center front desk.
For Learner Web Volunteer Time Clock only
Use the Mouse
These exercises will help you practice the skills you need to get started.
Mouse Exercises
Mouse Aerobics
Improve your typing
Online Free Touch Typing Program
Nimble Fingers Free Online Typing Program
Basic Computer Curriculum
PPL’s Computer Basics 1 Use this curriculum to learn computer terminology and terms (hardware, software, storage devices, operating tools), basics of the mouse and keyboard.
PPL’s Computer Basics 2 Use this curriculum to learn how to format, save and print in Word 2007.
PPL’s Computer Basics 2 for Open Office
PPL’s Computer Basics 3 Use this curriculum to learn how to navigate web pages, search for information, send email, and attach documents.
Microsoft’s Basic Word Tutorial
Creating a document, editing, formatting, saving and printing.
Microsoft’s Basic Excel Tutorial Creating worksheets, entering formulas, printing and sharing data.
Computer Basic Videos Click here for short videos on basic computer processes such as how to copy/paste, make an attachment, browse the web and much more!
Learning to Use Other Microsoft Office Programs
Online Computer Training from GCF Learn Free
Online lessons on many commonly used programs, just create a free user account to access them.
Free Self-Paced Tutorials on Other Microsoft Office Software Learn more about Access, PowerPoint, Publisher and more.
Internet Safety
Netsmartz Online Safety Info
Information about internet safety for parents and children from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.
