Resources for new computer users

These resources can help new computer users—including kids, teachers, and other adults—get the most out of Windows XP and learn now to use the Internet safely.

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	Windows XP and computer basics
	Safety and security
	Resources for children
	Resources for teenagers
	Resources for parents or teachers

Windows XP and computer basics

•	Windows XP Home Edition tours and demos Get a feel for the design, features, and capabilities of Windows XP Home Edition.

•	Windows XP Professional tours and demos Get a feel for the design, features, and capabilities of Windows XP Professional.

•	Windows XP Access product information, articles, downloads, and online communities for Windows XP.

•	How to use Windows XP Visit this one-stop shop to learn how to use the features and technologies that come with Windows XP.

•	New Windows XP user community Learn about Windows XP from those who know, and share ideas, experience, and expertise with other users.

•	Getting started with Microsoft communities See tips on how to get the most out of chats and newsgroups.

•	Windows XP help and support center Get up-to-date advice, tutorials, and demonstrations that can help you learn to use Windows XP.

•	Online classes learning center Learn computer basics with online classes from Hewlett Packard.

Safety and security

•	5 safety tips for using a public computer See how to protect your privacy when using a public computer.

•	Online safety and security Get resources and information to help you protect your computer, your privacy, and your e-mail.

•	Security At Home Find out how to protect your computer, your private information, and your family.

Resources for children

•	MSN parents and preschoolers guide Access games and learning activities for children under 8.

•	MSN Kidz Access games and activities for children 8 to 13.

•	FBI: Internet safety for kids See tips to help kids—from kindergarten to 5th grade—stay safe online.

Resources for teenagers

•	Windows XP for students Students see how to use Windows XP to complete school assignments, enjoy music, and participate in other activities.

•	Windows XP basics Children and adults who are new to Windows get a useful view of the Windows desktop.

•	MSN kids search Kids can search the Web and get child-friendly and age-appropriate results.

•	Shambles: keyboard skills Take free tutorials to learn to type using a computer keyboard.

Resources for parents or teachers

•	A parent's guide to online safety: ages and stages Learn how to guide your kids' use of the Internet as they grow through different ages and life stages.

•	Using family contracts to help protect your kids online See smart ways to set up rules for your children's online conduct.

•	A parent's guide to online safety Help keep your children safe by understanding what kids do online and how the Internet works.

•	i-SAFE Get curriculum and tools to teach kids how to stay safe online.

•	Web Watchers See techniques and tools to keep kids and computers safe online.

•	Federal Trade Commission: Kidz Privacy Get information about online privacy for adults, teachers, and kids.

•	PROTECTKIDS.org Access a variety of resources to help protect your children when they start using the Internet.

•	Sesame Street Parents: computers and kids Learn how to help your kids wisely navigate their new electronic playground.

•	Alliance for technology access Help children and adults with special needs access and use technology.

•	MSN Parental Controls Learn about the features of this premium service from MSN.