Use basic (and free, preferably) typing programs and play lots of online MMOs. Typing programs can be boring, but web chatting is a good way to simply practice your typing. I guess forums are just as good of an alternative. That's basically how I got to typing quickly by the time I was out of elementary school. Oh, and go slow. Just like an instrument or something, focus on precision and technique, and speed will increase with practice. And, "home row" keys. Some people don't bother, but I think it's best for structuring a "beginner" typing foundation. Eventually, you'll be able to dash out numbers without moving your palms.