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Computer Buddies Provide support at many of our libraries, including how to use computers, phones, and tablets; using online services, software or apps; or troubleshooting problems with your own devices.
Digital Champions
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![]() Digital Inclusion Hubs
![]() Cheltenham • Cheltenham Borough Homes - Hesters Way Resource Centre • DAISI Partnership (GRCC) Cotswolds • DAISI Partnership (GRCC) Forest of Dean • FVAF - Coleford, Lydney, Mitcheldean, Newent, Sedbury, Staunton Gloucester • Glos Community Building Collective - Elmbridge & Linden Stroud • Creative Sustainability - Minchinhampton, Nailsworth, Stonehouse, Stroud • GL11 Community Hub - Cam & Dursley Tewkesbury • Brockworth Link • DAISI Partnership (GRCC) • Priors Park Neighbourhood Project |
Adult Education Beginners IT courses are offered at a variety of sites, including libraries. Visit the Digital Skills page for details of course content. Also check course listing for dates and locations, and additional courses on using tablets, iPads etc:Digital Skills page Community Learning courses |
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Safety and Security online
![]() Cyber Aware Advice on how to stay secure online from the UK's National Cyber Security Centre.
Get Safe Online The UK’s leading internet safety website. We provide unbiased, factual and easy-to-understand information on online safety.
Gloucestershire Police Online Fraud Advice to protect yourself from the activities of online fraudsters.
Scams and fraud
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Basic IT courses
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![]() Digital Unite Technology guides to improve your own knowledge, or support others with digitalskills. Includes a set of guides in Easy Read format. Getting online
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![]() Digital Skills Explore digital skills resources provided by Gloucestershire Skills Portal, and enjoy free online training.
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Android Guidebook Beginners guides to your Android device. How to use features and apps, and tailor it to your needs. Video and step by step illustrated guides.
Android Help Find answers to all your Android questions.
Apple - iPhone user guide Detailed guide to all aspects of using an iPhone.
Apple support Find answers to all your Apple device and iOS operating system questions.
Excel Easy Tutorials with illustrated examples, for Excel beginners to more complex data analysis.
Google Workspace Learning Centre Learn the basics, learn by products, or view productivity tips, support and accessibility information.Visit Gmail Google Docs Microsoft online training Training videos and support for Microsoft 365 and Office 2013.Excel Outlook - including Android, iOS and Web versions Word Microsoft Teams Free How to sign up to and use the free version of Microsoft Teams.
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An Hour of Code A visual introduction to code, using Python.
Android for developers Training from Google for both new and experienced Android developers.
Cisco Networking Academy Free online training in areas such as data science, network basics, Python coding, cyber security, Internet of Things, Linux etc.
Freecodecamp Coding skills for developing frontend and backend projects, using Javascript, Python, Visual Studio, C# etc.
Google training Google training resources to develop your career and your business.Business Career Skillshop LeWagon Free courses in web development, data and no-code, offering step by step videos. Suitable for all skill levels.
LinkedIn Learning Free learning paths mapped to in-demand jobs provided by LinkedIn and Microsoft, plus discounted Microsoft certifications to validate skills. Also best practices for job searching and interview prepping.
Microsoft Skills Hub A variety of options for existing professionals, students and skills building for certification. Includes training materials, digital skills events, and details of Microsoft Apprenticeships, plus support for startups.Visit Site Find your career path Microsoft Events Open Learn A free learning platform from The Open University. Courses range from a 2 hour, level 1 course in Simple Coding to a 25 hour, level 3 course in Network Security.
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Digital phone switchover Between now and 2025, phone providers are switching from old analogue landlines to new digital landline services. Information and support is available via:Age UK BT Local.gov.uk Which? |