‘It’s strange now to think of a world without the internet. I’m so glad I got involved. It’s changed the way I do everything – shopping, communicating, booking holidays, even dating!’
Since it emerged in the 1980s and ’90s, the internet has changed the way that we live our lives. It is exciting and empowering, but also intimidating. It can be hard to know where to start and how to navigate the massive amounts of information on offer. Our guides will give you all the tools you need to become a confident internet user, surfing the web with aplomb.
Guides to using the internet
Getting started
What is the internet? – Back to basics: a simple definition, plus key features and benefits.
Computer terms and internet jargon – Er, what? Easy-to-understand translations of this weird and wonderful language.
Getting connected
How to connect to the internet – Your first step towards the fabulous World Wide Web.
How to connect to wifi – The way to access the internet any time and from almost anywhere.
How to check internet speed – Is your internet connection as fast as you’ve been promised?
How to speed up your internet connection – Is your broadband sluggish? There may be a simple solution.
Searching the internet
How to search the internet – An introduction to search engines.
What is Google? – A clear definition and the key features of this most famous of search engines.
What is Google Chrome? – A definition and key benefits of Google’s own web browser.
How to use Google – Search techniques to let you find the information you want as quickly as possible.
Navigating the web
What is a web browser? – A definition and some key features and benefits.
How to set a home page – Choosing the first web page you’ll see when you open your browser.
How to view internet history – Keeping track of what you or others have been looking at.
How to delete internet history – Ensuring that others don’t see what you’ve been viewing.
Storing your favourite pages
How to add to Favorites – Make it easier to find the ones you really need.
How to delete Favorites – Bookmark the web pages you’ll want to revisit.
How to print a web page – What to do when there isn’t a ‘printer friendly’ option.
How to take a screenshot – Taking a picture of your computer screen.