Digital Basics – Part 2: Making It Yours
Workshop Details
- Duration: 2 hours
- Cost: Free
- Level: Beginner to Intermediate
- Prerequisites: Basic computer familiarity or Part 1
- Format: Interactive, hands-on
Description
Part 2: Making It Yours focuses on personalization, accounts, and security. Participants will learn how accounts work, how to create strong passwords, and how to safely install common programs.
This session helps participants understand why accounts exist and how to protect themselves online.
Topics Covered
- Understanding user accounts on computers
- Understanding online accounts (email, Google, Zoom, social media)
- Introduction to folders and directories
- Creating strong passwords using passphrases
- Using password strength tools
- Character substitution techniques
- Understanding and safely answering security questions
- Installing trusted programs (such as browsers or video call apps)
- Recognizing unsafe downloads and pop-ups
Activities
- Live password strength demonstrations
- Guided password creation exercises
- Installing a safe program step-by-step
- Account setup practice
Take-Home Materials
- Password creation guide
- Security tips handout
- Account tracking worksheet
Workshop Structure
First Hour: Accounts & Security
- Understanding different types of accounts
- Password creation strategies
- Security question best practices
- Two-factor authentication basics
Second Hour: Safe Computing
- Identifying safe vs. unsafe software
- Step-by-step installation guide
- Managing downloads and files
- Security Q&A session
Take all three parts for a complete digital literacy foundation!