Objectives/goals
Learn the basics of digital technologies: being able to use a browser, connect to the internet, and keep passwords secure.
Our module includes these units:
Unit 1.1: ABC of Internet
Section 1.1.1. Introduction: how to connect to the Internet
Section 1.1.2. Via WI-FI
Section 1.1.3. Via Ethernet cable
Unit 1.2 Browser and Browsing tools. Some examples
Section 1.2.1. Introduction
Section 1.2.2. Browser applications
Section 1.2.3. Url of a web page
Section 1.2.4. What is a browser?
Section 1.2.5. The back, forward and refresh tools
Section 1.2.6. Useful websites: Youtube, and DailyMotion
Section 1.2.7. Useful websites: Imgur
Section 1.2.8. Useful websites: Wikipedia
Unit 1.3: Safe Internet Surfing. A brief explanation of social networks
Section 1.3.1 Introduction
Section 1.3.2. Popular Social Networks
Section 1.3.3. Username
Section 1.3.4. Username and Password
Description
This course is targeted at adult people, who are learning the basics of the Internet. How to use a browser, how to connect to the internet, and in particular how to keep passwords secure. A particular focus will be on social media and how to build and preserve online reputation and security.
Contents in bullet points
- The most common browsers that computers have are Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Google Chrome, Opera, or Safari. Open the browser and you will find the search bar at the top.
- We don’t know the URLs of all the pages existing on the Internet. This is the moment when search engines come in
- Always be mindful to abide by the site's terms of use and do no wrongdoing.
- The password should be a key that only you should know and never share
Title
Basics of digital technologies: what you should know about Internet
Keywords
Online security, Browser, Internet, Social Media, Password, Wi-fi, Url of a page
Author
IWS
Languages
English
Description
- The most common browsers that computers have are Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Google Chrome, Opera, or Safari. Open the browser and you will find the search bar at the top.
- We don’t know the URLs of all the pages existing on the Internet. This is the moment when search engines come in
- Always be mindful to abide by the site's terms of use and do no wrongdoing.
- The password should be a key that only you should know and never share
Contents
Basics of digital technologies: what you should know about Internet
ABC of Internet. Connecting a computer to the internet using a cable or wifi key.
Objectives&Goals
At the end of this module you will be able to:
Learn the basics of digital technologies: being able to use a browser, to connect to the internet and to keep password secure.
Our module includes these units:
ABC of Internet. Connecting a computer to the internet using a cable or wifi key.
Before you start using the internet, you need to know if you are connected or even if you have the possibility to be connected.
Your telephone company can provide you with this service and a technician will install a router directly in your home.
This electronical device is used to connect Internet to your computer.
The two main ways to connect your computer to the router are via WiFi or Ethernet cable.
Via Wifi
WiFi: All laptops have the option to connect via WiFi.
Go to “Internet settings” and make sure that the WiFi is enabled.
Then click on "View available networks".
A list of possible networks (depending on the number of networks around you) will appear. You should be at least 10 metres away from the router to make sure you see your network listed.
At the bottom of your router, or on a paper or a sticker that came with it, should be the name of your network and a password.
In the list of available networks click on your network and press "Connect", then enter the password.