What is Google Drive?
What is Google Drive? Google Drive is a free service from Google that allows you to store files online and access them anywhere using the cloud. Google Drive also gives you access to free web-based applications for creating documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and more. Why use Google Drive? Google Drive is one of the most popular cloud storage services available today. If you’ve never used […]
Google Account Creation (privacy & lockout)
Creating a Google account Creating a Google account is fairly simple. You’ll need to provide some basic information. Once you create and verify your account, you’ll be able to use Gmail, Google Docs, Google Calendar, and many other services. Creating a Google account will automatically create a Gmail email address. If you have a Gmail address, you already have a Google account so […]
Google Apps Overview (Collaborative Planning)
Getting to know Google Google is probably best known as a search engine because that’s how it started out. But today, Google provides many services you can use to perform various tasks at home or at work. To use these services—like Gmail or Google Calendar—you’ll need to create an account so Google has a place to save your data and settings. In […]
Introduction to email
Introduction to email Do you ever feel like the only person who doesn’t use email? You don’t have to feel left out. If you’re just getting started, you’ll see that with a little bit of practice, email is easy to understand and use. In this lesson, you will learn what email is, how it compares to traditional […]
Avoiding spam and phishing
Avoiding spam and phishing From email to instant messaging to social media, the Internet is an essential communication tool. Unfortunately, it’s also popular among scammers and cybercriminals. To protect yourself from email scams, malicious software, and identity theft, you’ll need to understand how to identify and avoid potentially dangerous content in your inbox, including spam and phishing attempts. […]
Email violations can jeopardize your job
Email violations can jeopardize your job Embarrassing or inappropriate communications sent via company email can damage professional credibility, reputations, and careers. Employees who violate their companies’ email policies can face penalties ranging from disciplinary action to termination. Many employers monitor emails, and some employees have even been fired for violating their companies’ email policies. Violation of […]
Time-Saving Email Tips
Time-saving email tips Many email clients have a variety of helpful features you might not know about. These features are pretty easy to use, and they can save you time and help you to better organize your emails. In this lesson, we’ll go over some of these tips and tricks to help you optimize your […]
Email Etiquette and Safety
Email etiquette and safety Like any form of online communication, it’s important to practice good etiquette and safety when using email. Etiquette is a set of rules and guidelines that people use to communicate more effectively. You should also know how to protect yourself from certain risks, like malware and phishing. In this lesson, we’ll discuss writing more effective […]
Contacts and Calendars
Contacts and calendars In addition to email services, most webmail providers offer an online calendar and address book. These features make it easy to stay organized and access your important information from anywhere. In this lesson, you’ll learn more about the basics of online calendars and contacts lists using examples from a few common webmail providers, including Yahoo! and Gmail. Contacts basics Online contacts lists help you organize […]
