Selected Resources: Technology training, free/low-cost computers and Internet, online resources, and community resources.
Computer Readiness Training at the Library
Library users who are new to using a computer can sign up at the literacy office for free Computer Readiness workshops. Workshops are held in small groups, twice a week for 8 weeks, and are offered in English or Spanish.
Topics: keyboarding, using a mouse, email, word processing, Internet, online safety.
How to Get a Free or Low-Cost Computer and Internet Access
Everyone On - National website that provides information about internet discounts and low cost computers (based on zip code and income eligibility).
San Diego Futures Foundation - Low cost computers for eligible adults and families.
Computers 2 San Diego Kids - Low cost computers and technology grants for eligible adults and families. Community partner for the library's computer readiness workshops.
Online Resources
GCF Learn Free - Find tutorials on computer basics, including latest web browsers and word processing programs. See also: GCF Aprende Libre
DigitalLearn.org - Modules and videos on how to learn basic computer skills.
New York Public Library Tech Connect handouts - A variety of free handouts to teach basic computer skills - available in many languages.
Digital Literacy - Find access to digital literacy resources online.
On Guard Online - Learn about internet safety.
New Computer User Tutorial
Mouse Practice for Older Adults
Mousercize - Learn to use a mouse.
Typing Practice - Sense-lang.org
Typing Practice - Nimblefingers.com
Typing Practice - Typingweb.com
Google Search Basics - Internet search tips.
Community Resources
Local adult schools have Introduction to Computers classes for a small fee. See the Adult Education page.
Oasis San Diego - Oasis has computer classes and more for those ages 55 and up.
Computer Readiness Training at the Library
Library users who are new to using a computer can sign up at the literacy office for free Computer Readiness workshops. Workshops are held in small groups, twice a week for 8 weeks, and are offered in English or Spanish.
Topics: keyboarding, using a mouse, email, word processing, Internet, online safety.
How to Get a Free or Low-Cost Computer and Internet Access
Everyone On - National website that provides information about internet discounts and low cost computers (based on zip code and income eligibility).
San Diego Futures Foundation - Low cost computers for eligible adults and families.
Computers 2 San Diego Kids - Low cost computers and technology grants for eligible adults and families. Community partner for the library's computer readiness workshops.
Online Resources
GCF Learn Free - Find tutorials on computer basics, including latest web browsers and word processing programs. See also: GCF Aprende Libre
DigitalLearn.org - Modules and videos on how to learn basic computer skills.
New York Public Library Tech Connect handouts - A variety of free handouts to teach basic computer skills - available in many languages.
Digital Literacy - Find access to digital literacy resources online.
On Guard Online - Learn about internet safety.
New Computer User Tutorial
Mouse Practice for Older Adults
Mousercize - Learn to use a mouse.
Typing Practice - Sense-lang.org
Typing Practice - Nimblefingers.com
Typing Practice - Typingweb.com
Google Search Basics - Internet search tips.
Community Resources
Local adult schools have Introduction to Computers classes for a small fee. See the Adult Education page.
Oasis San Diego - Oasis has computer classes and more for those ages 55 and up.