Computer Guides and Tutorials 

see also:
Graphics Software for tutorials in specific graphics programs
Powerpoint Tutorials for PowerPoint and other presentation tools

• 7 Things You Should Know About ...
  "7 Things You Should Know About...pieces provide quick, no-jargon overviews of emerging technologies and related practices that have demonstrated or may demonstrate positive learning impacts."
• 8 Steps to Regain Control of Your Facebook Privacy
  8 More Steps to Regain Control of Your Facebook Privacy
  10 Solid Tips to Safeguard Your Facebook Privacy
  How to Fix Facebook's New Privacy Settings
  Keep your private information private and protect yourself from spammers and bots.
• 15 Free Guides That Really Teach You USEFUL Stuff
  "PDF manuals for you, on all kinds of diverging subjects, including BitTorrent, iTunes, iPhone, Twitter, Mac, Linux, Photoshop and several other topics."
• Atomic Learning
  "Atomic Learning provides web-based software training for more than 110 applications students and educators use everyday."
• Basic Etiquette for Email Lists and Forums
  "Email lists and forums are a great way to connect with people with similar interests, but they can seem scary to new participants—saying the wrong thing can bring torrents of abuse raining down. Here's the basics you should remember."
• Best Directories for Android or iPhone Apps
  "The best way to find new apps is to use one of the 20 or so directories out there that try to make sense of the thousands of apps."
• Butterscotch Tutorials
  "Butterscotch tutorials are your step-by-step guide to maximizing your tech potential. Our tutorials offer tips and tricks explained in plain English, without the jargon."
• Cell Phone Users - In Case of Emergency
  Exlains how to set up an "ICE" contact on your cellphone and why that's a good idea.
• Common Craft - Videos
  Set of very nice short videos about the basics of blogs, wikis, RSS feeds and other web tools "in plain English".
• The Complete Guide to Google Wave
  Free online version of a book about using the new Google Wave technology.
• The Complete Guide to Getting the Most Out of Twitter
  "This guide should give you the basics you need to get more out of Twitter, whether you use it for your business or personal life."
• Computer Science 50
  Introductory level course online from Harvard University.
• The Core Rules of Netiquette
  Guide to internet etiquette.
• CustomGuide: Free Quick References
  Quick-reference sheets in .pdf format for popular Microsoft, Mac, and Adobe products.
• Digiteen: Digital Etiquette
  "Digital etiquette, or netiquette as its sometimes called, is a basic set of rules you should follow in order to make the internet better for others, and better for you."
• Ethics in Computing
  Links about various computer use and ethics issues, from free speech to intellectual property to commerce to privacy, among others.
• An Expert's Guide to YouTube
  A selection of handy tips for searching, viewing, and sharing with video-sharing site YouTube.
• Floss Manuals
  "A collection of manuals that explain how to install and use a range of free and open source software. The manuals are friendly and simple, and they are intended to encourage people to explore the wide range of free, open source alternatives to expensive and restrictively licensed software."
• Free Online Computer Science and Programming Books
  "This site lists free online computer science and engineering books and lecture notes, all of which are freely and legally available over the Internet."
• Good-Tutorials
  A guide to online tutorials on computer-related subjects.
• How to Build a PC
  Set of video tutorials from PC World's Geek Tech blog.
• How-To Geek
  "How-to" articles in clear language with helpful illustrations on various computer issues. Includes non-Windows OS and program advice.
• Internet 101
  A basic introduction to the Internet. Includes email, online safety, searching, and more.
• In Pictures
  "In Pictures online tutorials are based on pictures, not words. They're the easiest way to learn computer subjects. There's no complicated multimedia, just pictures that show exactly what to do." Free!
• Klava
  Free online typing tutor.
• Learn the Net: Your Online Guide
  Introduction to the Internet; available in multiple languages.
• A Learner's Guide to the Computer
  Introductory materials about computing, from hardware to software and computer files, to Win95 to the Internet and webpage design.
• Learning-Workshop.com
  " Online tutorials, free technology training about design, programming, internet, etc.... This project philosophy, is based in free online training, to allow all the user, improve his technology level, with easy small tutorials."
• Lifehacker 101
  Introductions to basic computer use, programs, hardware, issues, etc.
• Lifehacker: Cheat Sheets
  Tips and 'cheat sheets' on a variety of topics including both computer and non-computer skills.
• Microsoft Education: How-To Articles
  Microsoft Office Training
  Training and guides from Microsoft for learning and using MS products.
• PC Show and Tell
  "Over 40,000 animated, voiced tutorials, on more than 100 of your favorite software applications." Very handy!
• Personalize Your Computer with Windows XP
  Change the desktop appearance, sounds, menus, icons, and other aspects of your computer's interface. A similiar guide for Windows 7 is also available.
• Photoshop
  See Graphics Software for guides to Photoshop and other graphics programs.
• Picasa 101
  Links to a short series of posts about using the free Picasa photo editor and organizer.
• Technology Tip Sheets
  Over two dozen short documents designed to help teachers with technology tools such as Audacity, Google, MovieMaker, and Powerpoint.
• Tizag
  "Tizag was designed to teach beginner web programmers how to use HTML and CSS. We invite you to begin the tutorials right away."
• Tutorial Sphere
  Links to tutorials on computer subjects, presented in a clean and simple interface.
• The Ultimate Google Wave Guide for Students
  Though aimed at college students, this introduction to Google Wave contains helpful information for any new user of this powerful but complicated service.
• The Webby Awards
  Sites chosen by web experts as some of the best online sites. Arranged by category.
• Web Design & Development I
  "An introduction to the design, creation, and maintenance of web pages and websites.
• WebWise
  This "BBC's guide to using the internet" is a good place to learn about email, searching, e-business, security, basics of web design, and more.
• Windows 7
      Adobe TV -- CBT Cafe -- gotoAndLearn -- Tubetorial -- Tutorial Paradise -- TutorialVid -- Video Tutorial Zone -- Woopid
      Lifehacker's Complete Guide to Windows 7 -- Silicon Valley Insider: Windows 7: The Complete Guide
• Wired How-To Wiki
  "A collaborative site filled with all kinds of projects, hacks, tricks and tips you can edit." Mostly but not entireley tech-related.
• Wired Test - Summer 2009
  Wired Magazine tests and rates hundred of products in the fields of technology, home appliances, automotive, cameras, and more.
• Your Guide to Net Neutrality
  "Net neutrality or network neutrality means that Internet service providers (ISPs) such as cable and telephone companies must treat all traffic equally that travels across their networks." Why this idea is controversial and what are the arguments for and against it.

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