Internet Tips: Video Series

A good computer username can simply be somebody's name, but some e-mail services may require a more complex word or phrase. Come up with a secretive string of words for a good username with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on computer user IDs.

School Web blocks usually exist for good reasons, but bypassing certain blocks is dependent on the blocking software that is being used. Discover how Web blocks may prevent somebody from downloading a bad program with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on Web blocks.

When attempting to get a GED online, it's important to investigate the Web site to make sure that their credentials are legitimate. Find out why it's best to contact a local high school about obtaining a GED with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on getting a GED online.

Most companies are particular about letting their e-mail addresses out because of the proliferation of spam, but the company's Web site may have an e-mail locator. E-mail the postmaster of a particular domain to find an employee's e-mail address with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on work e-mail addresses.

The easiest way to create a 3D avatar online is with the Web site meez.com, which allows the user to change a number of features. Post a 3D avatar on the Internet after creating it with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on 3D avatars.

Listserv is a device that allows someone to distribute information to a large group of people at once. Discover why a person should be careful when responding to a listserv with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on list servers.

There are many methods of chatting on the Internet, including AIM and services offered by Yahoo!, Google and ICQ. Learn about company blocks on Internet chat services with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on Internet chat.

Most instant messaging protocols are different from the others, but they usually require a user to sign up for service. Discover why different instant messaging services don't talk to each other with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on instant messaging.

An individual who wishes to send anonymous e-mails should be careful because they can still have the e-mail tracked back to them. Learn about being cautious around suspicious e-mails with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on e-mail accounts.

In order to create a timeline on the Internet, the best option is to use the calendaring function of an e-mail system. Find out how some e-mail systems allow the user to invite others to events on their calendar with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on e-mail calendars.

Ordinarily, accessing a school or work space from home requires the help of the IT support personnel at the school or place of business. Discover how Web mail situations are used to allow people to take care of work at home with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on e-mail.

There are a number of online libraries, but finding a specific book may require the individual to narrow their search. Learn about downloading whole books for free on the Internet with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on online libraries.

A simple Internet search can lead a person to Web sites that will assist in the creation of word search games. Create a word search on puzzlemaker.discoveryeducation.com with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on online word search games.

When setting up a company e-mail account, it's important to maintain privacy by picking a password that is difficult to guess. Find out why a person should change their e-mail password every few months with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on company e-mail.

Setting up a person e-mail account can be achieved through a number of Web page services, such as Gmail, Yahoo!, AIM and Hotmail. Discover how e-mail accounts can be set up through Internet service providers with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on personal e-mail.

Virtual models are often found on various shopping Web sites, and they generally allow the user to see what clothing items look like when being worn. Try on clothes from the comfort of the home with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on virtual clothing models.

A dream house can be created online through a number of Web sites, including architectstudio3d.org. Design a house's interior and exterior in 2D or 3D with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on online architecture.

The ability to be an online tutor is usually contingent on the qualifications of the individual and whether they are already a certified teacher. Learn about different Web sites that allow people to be tutors with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on Internet tutors.

When buying a computer online, almost every manufacturer will allow the buyer to customize their computer's color and specifications. Learn about different operating systems that are offered for computers with help from an IT systems administrator in this free video on custom computers.