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Internet Basics at Adult Learning Center (ALC 203)


Description
Some would argue that using the Internet is essential to life in the 21st Century. While it’s possible to survive without it, using the Internet unmistakably simplifies tasks, fosters widespread communication, and enables greater productivity. This course puts you in the driver’s seat for using the Internet to perform everyday tasks more efficiently. Please review pages 53-65 of the Computers: One Click at a Time workbook before starting this course. (Adult Learning Center (WI) Student Version)
Content
  • Overview of Internet Basics
  • What is the Internet?
  • The First Web Page - Assignment
  • Knowledge Check - Browsers and Search Engines
  • Everyday Tasks Made Easy - Searching the Web
  • What is Browser Cache?
  • How to Clear Your Browser Cache (Chrome)
  • How to Clear Your Browser Cache (Firefox)
  • Everyday Tasks Made Easy – Shopping
  • Everyday Tasks Made Easy – Banking
  • Activity #2 - Page 62
  • How to Read Your Utility Bill
  • The R.E.E.L. - Page 64
  • The R.E.E.L. - Page 64 (Answers)
  • Depositing Checks Remotely
  • Lesson Four Key Terms - Crossword Puzzle
  • Lesson Four Crossword Puzzle Upload
  • Knowledge Check - Internet Basics
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: 2 years