Digital FoundationsA program of The Luc Cochran Foundation

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89 courses, written in plain language. Filter to find the right starting point, or search for a skill you need today.

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BeginnerGetting Started

Getting Started With Computers

Turn a computer on, find your way around the screen, and get comfortable from your very first click.

2h 30m 6 lessons
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BeginnerGetting Started

Using Windows 11

The Start menu, taskbar, settings and everyday tasks in Windows 11.

3h 6 lessons
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BeginnerGetting Started

Using a Mouse

Click, double-click, right-click, scroll and drag with practice you can repeat.

40 min 6 lessons
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BeginnerGetting Started

Using a Keyboard

Typing, shift, caps lock, shortcuts and the keys people find confusing.

50 min 6 lessons
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BeginnerGetting Started

Managing Files & Folders

Save, find, rename, move and delete your documents without losing them.

1h 10m 6 lessons
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BeginnerGetting Started

Computer Parts Explained

Monitor, tower, mouse, keyboard, ports and cables in plain English.

45 min 6 lessons
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BeginnerGetting Started

Basic Computer Troubleshooting

What to try first when something freezes, disappears or will not open.

55 min 6 lessons
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BeginnerGetting Started

Why Use Technology?

See what technology can actually do for your daily life before you learn any buttons.

35 min 6 lessons
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BeginnerGetting Started

Laptop Basics

Lids, trackpads, charging and caring for a portable computer.

45 min 6 lessons
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BeginnerGetting Started

Computer Accessibility Basics

Bigger text, higher contrast, screen readers and voice typing.

45 min 6 lessons
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Total learning time available: 78h 20m