How do I get started?
Getting started couldn't be easier. This page tells you everything you need to know about Online basics. You can then use the form to register and get started straight away.
What's Online basics all about?
Online basics is a great way for you to get started online.
Whether you want to help your children with their homework, use a computer to keep in touch with family or friends or save time and money online - Online basics can help you get the skills and confidence you need.
- Online basics gives you the chance to learn new skills, and gives you a place to practise them.
- If you need help and support, you can get that too - from UK online centres. Use our search tool to find a local centre.
- And once you've got the hang of Online basics you could learn even more - you'll also find over 25 additional free courses to help you discover all the great things you can do online at www.myguide.gov.uk - the website that offers Online basics.
What will I learn?
There are five short modules to get you started.
- You can get to grips with the keyboard, learning the functions of different keys and practising typing.
- Once you've mastered the keyboard you can follow simple step-by-step instructions to learn how to use a computer mouse.
- You will learn how to send and receive emails, how to use an address book and how to store emails in folders. You'll get a free email address when you register so you can get started straight away.
- We've got a whole course on internet safety - so no matter what you're learning or practising, this module will help you stay safe and secure online.
- You'll learn how to search the internet and find websites that can help you save time, money and hassle!
Register for Online basics
Online basics is completely free - and it's easy to get started!
Complete this form. Once you've used it to register you'll have access to the Online basics courses and lots of other tools to help you get online.
Help them register their details below to get their own email address and access to over 30 free courses on myguide. Or you can register yourself to have a look around first.
