Learning Resources
Keep learning and practicing with these online resources
Technology Tutorials
- GCFGlobal.org – GCF has many different technology tutorials on their website. Think of it as a computer textbook. Each tutorial has information, videos, and practice.
Make your computer easier to use
- Make text larger/zoom screen: Instructions on how to change your settings to enlarge what you see on your computer.
- Increase mouse size: Instructions on how to change your settings to increase cursor size.
- Make double clicking easier: If you struggle with double clicking, follow these instructions to adjust the speed
- Typing.com: Learn to type! Create an account, take a typing test, complete lessons, and play typing games.
- Typinggames.zone: Play typing games.
Mouse
- Tutorial: Practice the different mouse actions.
- Games: Play computer games to practice moving your mouse and clicking.
- Jigsaw puzzles: Practice clicking and dragging by assembling a jigsaw puzzle! Select your puzzle, then use the grid icon to choose how many pieces you want the puzzle to be. Try 6-12 pieces to get started.
- AARP Scams & Fraud – Scam education, alerts, and a hotline you can call if you suspect a scam
- Report Fraud – Report fraud and scams to the FTC
- What to do if you were scammed – Detailed guide on how to respond if you’ve been the victim of a scam
- Common Scams – A list of the most common scams you will run across online