Essential Education

Computer Essentials

Lessons and Chek-Ups
Adapting to New Technology

New technology is constantly changing, and this lesson gives you strategies to make it easier to learn new technologies.

Evaluating Information

When you search for information, you’ll find a lot of choices. How do you decide what’s good, relevant information, and what information is unneeded—or worse, wrong? This lesson teaches how to evaluate information for quality and relevance.

Maintaining Privacy

Whenever you share information about yourself on the Internet, you no longer fully control that information. Other people and companies may see and use it. Learn about maintaining your privacy on the Internet.

Enhance Your Computer Skills
Ask about the full Computer Essentials Online program to build crucial computer skills.
Understanding and Using Technology
  • Navigate new software
  • Compare computers
  • Find help when you need it
Finding and Using Information
  • Use advance search features
  • Find information you need and evaluate sources
  • Use spreadsheet, word processors, and presentation software
Digital Citizenship
  • Understand social interactions online
  • Learn about Internet privacy and security