Online Computer Training

The following interactive online computer tutorials allow you to work through all levels of computer information at your own pace. Access to these tutorials requires a valid St. Albert Public Library barcode, your PIN number (last four digits of your phone number) and Internet Explorer 6 or higher. Click on the link to bring the tutorial up on your computer screen. The following tutorials are available:

Microsoft Office 2003

Microsoft Office 2007

Basic Computer Tutorials:

Windows XP: Includes an introduction to Windows XP, accessory applications, Windows Explorer, shortcuts, printing and Internet basics.

PC Skills: Includes a introduction to personal computer basics, the system unit, peripherals and the Internet.

Concepts of Information Technology: Covers hardware, software and storing data.

File Management and Your Computer: Covers text editing, working with icons and files.

Word Processing: Covers text formatting, paragraph and document formatting, pictures and images.

Spreadsheets: Covers inserting and editing data, formulas and functions, charts and graphs.

Databases: Covers first steps with databases, formatting tables and sorting data.

Presentations: Covers developing a presentation, charts and graphs, and slide show effects.

Information and Communications: Covers the Internet, accessing and bookmarking web pages, e-mail.

Microsoft Office Tutorials

These free online tutorials are available through the Microsoft site. Tutorials are available in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and Publisher. Sessions are 30 - 50 minutes in length.

Computer Skills Literacy Series

The Online Lifelong Learning Initiative includes a ten part computer skills literacy series of learning modules. Topics include computer basics, windows functions, Internet Explorer, Outlook Express e-mail, Internet safety, data storage, file management, computer management skills and program management.