Resources

Improve your digital literacy skills with these free resources. These tools will help you get started using digital devices and learn popular applications you can use on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Choose from downloadable activities and workbooks, video lessons, and online courses from the ABC Skills Hub online learning platform.

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Android

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Computer and laptop

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Your device, such as a smartphone or tablet, runs on either an Android or Apple iOS operating system. An operating system is the software program that makes a device run. Android and Apple iOS devices work a little differently and it’s important to know which operating system you’re using.

If you have a smartphone or tablet made by Samsung, Google, LG, or Motorola, you have an Android device.

If you have an Apple iPhone or iPad, you have an Apple iOS device.

Stay safe online

Getting started online

Learn about how to start using the internet and how to keep yourself safe.

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Searching safely online

Learn how to browse the internet safely and find reliable sources of information.

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Staying Safe on Social Media

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Learn how to spot scams and use privacy settings to stay safe on social media.

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Creating strong passwords

Learn tips for creating a strong password to use on a device or website.

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Google Chrome Password Manager

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Learn how to use the Password Manager in Google Chrome to create and store your passwords.

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2-Step Verification for Online Banking

Learn how to protect your online bank account with 2-Step Verification.

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2-Step Verification on Google

Learn how to protect your Google account with 2-Step Verification.

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Protecting your information online

Learn how you can keep your information safe while using the internet.

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Staying safe online with secure websites

Learn how you can tell if a website is secure.

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Spotting spam email

Learn how to identify spam emails.

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What are website cookies?

Learn what website cookies are and what it means to accept cookies.

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Website pop-ups

Learn what to do when you see a pop-up and how to spot scams.

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Website safety checklist

Learn if a website is safe by going through a checklist.

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Fake news and using Snopes

Learn how to spot fake news and how to use Snopes.com to research stories.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI): What is it?

Learn about what Artificial intelligence (AI) is and where you may have seen it.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI): Pi

Learn how to use a chatbot called Pi.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI): Chatbots

Learn about chatbots, a kind of artificial intelligence (AI).

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Learn new computer skills

Using a mouse

Learn tips for using a mouse with your computer.

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Using a touchpad

Learn tips for using a touchpad on your laptop computer.

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Typing on a keyboard

Learn how to use a keyboard and take typing lessons.

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Microsoft Word

Learn how to start a Word subscription and use it to create documents and edit text.

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Microsoft Excel

Learn how to use Excel to make a chart.

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Finding Files

Learn how to use File Explorer to search for and find files on your Windows computer.

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Downloading files

Learn how to download files from the internet and how to find them on your Windows computer.

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Downloading Acrobat Reader

Learn how to download and use the free Acrobat Reader app to read PDF documents.

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Adding text to PDFs with Acrobat Reader

Learn how to use the free Acrobat Reader app to add text, crossmarks, checkmarks, and your signature or initials to PDFs.

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Use your smartphone and tablet

Photos

Learn how to use the Photos app to manage your photos and videos.

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Wi-Fi

Learn how to use Wi-Fi to wirelessly connect to the internet.

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QR Codes

Learn how to use Quick Response (QR) Codes to connect to websites.

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App Store for Apple iOS

Learn how to download apps for your Apple device on the App Store.

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Google Play Store for Android

Learn how to download apps for your Android device on the Google Play Store.

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Device Settings

Learn how to adjust the brightness, text, volume, and alerts on your smartphone.

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Device Gestures

Learn how to use finger movements to tell your touchscreen device what to do.

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Camera

Learn how to use your smartphone camera to take photos and videos.

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Calendar for Android

Learn how to use the Calendar app on your Android device.

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Google Chrome

Learn how to use the Google Chrome internet browser to access the internet and visit different websites.

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Safari for Apple iOS

Learn how to use the Safari internet browser to access the internet and visit different websites on your Apple device.

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Use accessibility tools and assistive technology

Windows Ease of Access Centre

Learn how to change settings on your Windows computer to make it more accessible.

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Accessibility settings for Apple iOS

Learn how to change the accessibility settings on your Apple device.

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Siri for Apple iOS

Learn how to use Siri to do things on your Apple device just by using your voice.

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Natural Reader

Learn how to use Natural Reader to read text and documents to you out loud.

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Use email

Setting up a Gmail account

Learn how to create a free Gmail account.

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Using a Gmail Account

Learn how to use Gmail to send and receive email messages.

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Adding an attachment in Gmail

Learn how to add a file attachment when sending a message with Gmail.

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Microsoft Outlook

Learn how to set up an Outlook account and use it to send and receive emails.

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Use Google tools

Google Drive

Learn how to create a document and save it using Google Drive.

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Google Forms

Learn how to do things like register for courses and complete surveys using Google Forms.

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Google News

Learn how to find top news stories using Google News.

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Google Translate

Learn how to translate your text into different languages using Google Translate.

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Google Slides

Learn how to create presentations using Google Slides.

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Google Search

Learn how to find information on the internet using Google Search.

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Google Images

Learn how to search for pictures on the internet using Google Images.

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Google Maps

Learn how to use Google Maps to get directions to places you want to go.

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Communicate with others and use social networks

Find a new job

Indeed

Learn how to look for and apply for jobs online using Indeed.

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LinkedIn

Learn how to connect with people and find jobs using the LinkedIn professional network.

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Play games, watch videos, and listen to music

YouTube

Learn how to watch videos using the YouTube video sharing site.

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Angry Birds

Learn how to play this popular game on your device.

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YouTube Music

Learn how to look for and play music videos using YouTube Music.

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Netflix

Learn how to watch movies and TV shows using Netflix

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Spotify

Learn how to listen to music for free using Spotify.

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Android or Apple iOS?

Not sure what kind of device you’re using? We can help!

Your device, such as a smartphone or tablet, runs on either an Android or Apple iOS operating system. An operating system is the software program that makes a device run. Android and Apple iOS devices work a little differently and it’s important to know which operating system you’re using.

If you have a smartphone or tablet made by Samsung, Google, LG, or Motorola, you have an Android device.

If you have an Apple iPhone or iPad, you have an Apple iOS device.

The ABC Connect for Learning resources are for use at home and in workshops and activities that are also free for participants. Resources are not to be used for commercial purposes.