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A three-session TechRiders class to train beginners on basic computer operations. The first session focuses on the computer’s hardware components and its operating system including the monitor, mouse, keyboard and printer. During the second session, word processing enables the participants to write and format a letter or flyer using a computer. The third session covers the Internet and using E-mail. The basics of using the Internet to surf the Web and communicate with others using web-based E-mail services are the focus. The three sessions in each class cover:

Basic Computer Operations

The first day focuses on the computer’s hardware components and its operating system including the monitor, mouse, keyboard and printer.

Word Processing

This session enables the participant to write and format a letter and flyer using a computer.

The Internet and using E-mail

The last session focuses on the basics of using the Internet to surf the World Wide Web and communicate with others using e-mail
 

The benefit of attending these classes is that the participants will be gaining skills and knowledge about computers and their use in a friendly and non-threatening way. At the completion of the course they will be comfortable using the latest form of communication in our society, at home or at the library.

This is a four-day comprehensive Internet training class consisting of three parts:

Using the Web

The first two days you will explore the history of the Internet and how it works and learn how information is organized on the Net. Learn how to find specific websites and how to use popular search engines. Emphasis is placed on developing search techniques and avoiding common mistakes.

E-mail Plus

This one-day session begins by reviewing the basics of using web-based E-mail services. Participants will obtain a Yahoo email address and explore using it. They will learn about filters, sending attachments and much more.

Internet Safety

In this session, you gain a basic understanding of Internet safety, how to deal with spam, viruses, spyware and other malware and how to prevent identity theft. The session also includes information on safe online shopping

During this three-day workshop you will learn all you need to know about creating documents with Microsoft Word. You will learn: 

Working With Excel 2007 Foundational

Does the operation of your digital camera confuse you? If so, this two-day workshop is for you! This is a hands-on class where you bring your own camera and camera manual. The first day you will learn basic camera operation and what all that jargon really means. The second day you will learn to be creative with your picture taking. Go on a photo shoot and learn how to transfer and edit your pictures using Google Picasa*.

*Picasa, the easy way to find, edit, and share your photos. http://picasa.google.com