Hi are nearby any (free) sites that guide and explain how to use MS department programs such as access, excel, etc
thankfulness x
Answers: Microsoft have tutorials on their recent Office products. You didn't specify which altered copy of Office you are using but here are the links to both Office 2003 and 2007.
Office 2003
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/traini...
Office 2007
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/traini...
You can access closely of information and training on www.microsoft.com.