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If computers and the Internet are a mystery to you and you keep your distance, this is the perfect pain-free introduction.

Not only does it take you through the basics, it's also been designed to show you that computers can be fun as well. You'll begin with an explanation of how to use the CD-ROM. Then it's on to mastering the mouse, ending by using your skills to guide a computer character through a Mouse Maze where it's up to you to provide your character with the key to set him free.

The course gives you plenty of opportunities to practice what you are learning, and provides clear and simple explanations of everything you need to know about computers at this level.

Outline and learning objectives

On completion of this course you will have learnt how to operate a computer, have the ability to search the internet and be able to set up and use web-based email.


course modules

Introduction to Computers
Introduction to the Internet
The World Wide Web
e-mail
Finding Information
Exploring Some Websites

Previous experience required
This course is suitable for beginners, with no knowledge of using a computer.