computer literacy questions and answers - get ahead of the curve!
1) What is the internet?
A lot has changed since the days when you could count on going to your local library to find a book. The internet has replaced libraries as a place where you can access all sorts of information, from books to music. It's also how we communicate with people around the world in near-real time, as well as share photos and videos with our family, friends, and followers.
2) How do I connect to the internet?
If you are connecting to the internet wirelessly, a password is not required but you will need to enter your Wi-Fi network name (or SSID) and your wireless key or passphrase. If you are using an Ethernet cable, make sure that it is plugged in to both your modem and your computer. Once you have connected, open up a web browser like Chrome or Safari.
3) How do I create an email account?
Creating an email account is a simple process that can be done in just a few short steps. You will need to provide your name, email address and password to create an account. If you are using a work or school account, it is likely that someone from that organization has already created an email for you. Once you have created an email account, you will be able to send emails as well as receive them.
4) What is a web browser?
A web browser is a program that lets you surf the internet. It is software for accessing and displaying information on the World Wide Web. The most popular browsers are Firefox, Safari, Google Chrome, Opera, and Internet Explorer.
5) What is a search engine?
A search engine is a tool that indexes web pages and matches keywords to content on those pages. A search engine helps you find specific information, such as an address or phone number, by making it easier for you to quickly find what you are looking for.
1. What is a search engine?
2. How do I use a search engine?
3. How does Google collect data about my searches?
4. How can I change my privacy settings with Google?
6) How do I download and install software?
If you want to install a program, you'll need to download it first. There's usually a link on the software's page that says Download or something similar. Click it. The next page will tell you how much data (measured in megabytes) your internet connection can handle, along with an estimate on how long it will take to download, based on your current connection speed.
7) How do I create a document?
To create a document, open up a word processing program like Microsoft Word, Google Docs or Pages. Type your text into the document. When you are done typing, save it to your desktop so that you can find it later.
