Subscription Databases and E-books
Computer
Source
Featuring more than 300 full text periodicals covering topics such as computers, telecommunications, electronics and the Internet. Computer Source™ provides a balance of full text technical journals and full text consumer computer titles.
LearningExpress: Computer Skills Tutorials
Use the LearningExpress Computer Skills Tutorials to gain proficiency in computer software applications including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Access and more. Computer Skills Tutorials are only available on computers with Internet connections outside the library, and they are not MAC OS, Windows Vista, or Firefox compatible. In addition, LearningExpress provides a way to prepare for academic or professional exams on-line, including SAT, ACT, GED, GRE, GMAT, PRAZIS, ASVAB, Cosmetology, Civil Service, Postal Worker, Law Enforcement, Fire, and more. California specific exams including 4th grade, 8th grade, CBEST, and California Highway Patrol. Online courses include Reading Comprehension, Grammar Skills for Writing, Math, Vocabulary and Spelling, as well as courses in Spanish.
Safari
Tech eBooks
Overview of Online Computer Resources: Click Here
Websites Selected by Librarians: Online Tutorials and More
Learning
and Technology Services
Online
From the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, this site offers guides to a variety of software and computing applications including Microsoft Office.
Electronic
Services Computer Training
Printable handouts on computer basiscs, Microsoft applications, Internet, email
and other topics, provided by the Akron-Summit County Public Library.
Basic
Web Lessons
AARP provides mini lessons on navigating the Internet from
basic browsing to handling common problems.
Mouse
Exercises
Simple exercises to help you get aquainted with using a computer mouse.
Mouserobics
Exercises on how to use a computer mouse from the Central Kansas Library
System .
Peter's
Online Typing Course
An interactive typing tutorial with lessons and exercises.
Search
Engine Guides
Some choices to help you better utilize a variety of search engines.
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