Digital Literacy And Computer Skills
Computer Basics
How to Use a Computer Getting Started with Your First Computer, from GCFGlobal
Computer Tutorials
GCFGlobal Join more than 100 million people from all walks of life who have come to us to learn the essential skills they need to live and work in the 21st century.
GCFGlobal en español Únete a los más de 100 millones de personas que han acudido a nosotros para aprender las habilidades básicas que necesitan para vivir y trabajar en el siglo XXI.
Tech Goes Home is for people of all ages. We have programs for families with young kids and school-age children, adults and seniors, and local entrepreneurs.
DigitalLearn Self-paced courses from the Public Library Association, available in English and Spanish.
Coding, Programming and Computer Science
Khan Academy Beginner to advanced computer science courses and tutorials.
In Person Computer Education
Penguin Coding School In person coding education for ages 5-18. There is an Acton location.
Digital Safety
For Everyone
FTC Protect Your Personal Information Federal Trade Commission’s tips for keeping your devices and online accounts safe.
FTC Online Scams Federal government’s information about common online scams, including how to avoid, report, and recover from them.
FTC How to Safely Use Public WiFi Networks Federal government’s information about using public WiFi networks safely.
FTC Identify Fraudulent Emails & Texts Federal government’s information about phishing scams, including how to recognize and report them.
Mass.gov Shop Safely Online Tips from the MA Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation on making safe online purchases.
Creating Strong Passwords Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency information on creating strong and secure passwords.
For Teens and Kids
FTC Protecting Kids Online Federal government advice for parents on how to talk to kids about staying safe online.
KidsHealth Online Safety Kid-friendly explanations about why it is important to protect your online identity.
For Parents
Parenting, Media, and Everything in Between Common Sense Media tips for popular online activities and games.
Good Digital Parenting The Family Online Safety Institute’s Good Digital Parenting resources provide parents and caregivers with the tools they need to confidently navigate the online world with their families.