New to the web?

Photo by Claudio Matsuoka (CC:BY license)

Welcome!

If you're new to the web, or trying to start something new, the internet can look a bit daunting. As with any new place, there are local customs, new risks and languages to learn. However, there are lots of people around who are happy to help.

We've gathered together some beginner's materials and if you are looking for anything else please use the Search box above or leave a question in the box below (note: we don't publish all comments, this will be sent to us).

If you want to...

...learn basic internet skills
try Myguide or BBC First Click.

... build a website
try learn.wordpress.com or blogger

... learn more about giving your community a voice online
try Talk About Local

... look up information about your health and health services
visit NHS Choices

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The WEA and many other providers also offer courses in real life, so if you want to learn with others, you can telephone our office on 01782 831911 and we'll try and help you to find a course.

What next?

Once you're feeling confident about all the basics of the internet, you can use this website as a base for learning.

• Read more about this website and what we're doing by clicking here.