“This is the spot that gets a signal. Apart from this the entire village and in fact the entire island is unconnected” said Mukesh (name changed).
My journey into the world of digital literacy began last year. Before joining these sessions, my knowledge of computers was quite limited. However, once I enrolled in the digital literacy sessions, my understanding of computers, their features, and their applications expanded significantly.
Our digital literacy trainer, Ms. Shivani has taught us fundamental computer concepts. Thanks to her guidance, my typing speed has also improved considerably, allowing me to create documents swiftly and efficiently.
As the course progressed, I also learned more about application software, including programs like MS Word and Excel. Digital literacy also introduced me to online security. I previously did not know about computer viruses or antivirus software. However, through the course, I gained a clear understanding of what computer viruses are and how antivirus programs safeguard our systems.
Moreover, I learned about networks, digital citizenship, and digital communication. Digital literacy has proven invaluable in enabling me to navigate the world of computers effectively.
I acquired skills that were entirely new to me, and I’m immensely grateful for this opportunity to expand my computer knowledge.