General Technology
Internet Gems
Have you ever felt that your not getting the full benefit of being on the Internet? Do you keep hearing about the fun things others are doing, but are not sure how to find them? Join us for a discussion of some of the more popular sites and tools the Internet has to offer. ( Two 2-hour sessions)
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Finding and Using Free Software
Computer software can be very expensive. Common Office programs can run you hundreds of dollars. In this class, we look at the different types of legal, free software, and how they compare to the expensive, commercial versions. Come find out all of the things you can do with your computer, without having to break the bank! ( Two 2-hour sessions)
Note: You should have a Flash Drive of at least 8 Gig.
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Introducing Windows 7
Whether you are currently using Windows Vista, or still using XP (or something even earlier), this class will show you what is new in Windows 7. If you are looking at a new computer, or thinking about upgrading an existing one, find out what advantages (or maybe disadvantages) Windows 7 can offer. ( Two 2-hour sessions)
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Computer Technology Series
How the Computer Works
This class is designed to be an introduction to what makes your computer work. We will explore the parts and software that make your computer run. After completing this class, you should be able to identify the main parts of your computer, and what they do. This is an excellent lead-in to better understanding the maintenance and troubleshooting of your computer. ( Two 2-hour sessions)
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Basic Computer Maintenance
In this class you will learn about some of the basic maintenance tasks that you can perform to help your computer stay at top performance. We will discuss the environment in which the computer lives, the types of software that live on it, and how to ‘clean it up’. ( Two 2-hour sessions)
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Introduction to Computer Diagnostics and Repair
In this class, we will discuss some of the basic steps you can take to troubleshoot problems with your computer. You are introduced to how the computer works, and then some of the common problems that can occur. You learn to become a ‘detective’ who can track down the cause of your computer’s problem. After this class, you may be able to perform some repairs yourself, or at least be able to speak more intelligently to the repair person. ( Three 2-hour sessions)
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Internet Technologies Series
How the Internet Works
In this class we look at the very foundation of the Internet, and how information moves from place to place. We learn what all of the different protocols (http, ftp, shttp, etc.) mean, and how to better use them. This is a good starting point if you want to learn more about Internet Security, or Creating Web Pages. It can also be fun if you just like to know how things work. ( Two 2-hour sessions)
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Internet Security
This course is designed to help explain the security risks that being on the Internet can expose you to. We discuss how hackers might try to gain access to your computer, and what types of information you might be putting out there that they can read. We will look at the risks involved in shopping and banking online, and we will look at how to try to be sure your banks and shops are protecting you. Finally, we will look at home networks and how to make them more secure. It is becoming popular to use wireless networking in homes now as laptops become more common. ( Two 2-hour sessions)
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Creating your Own Web Page
This is an introductory class that is intended to show you how to create your own web page. You will learn the basics of the language of the web (html). Some basic web-editing tools will be introduced. ( Three 2-hour sessions)
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Internet Site Development (includung Dreamweaver)
This class is intended for students who have a basic understanding of how to create a Web Page. In this class we look at more advanced tools, such as Dreamweaver, to manage the creation of a multi-page web site. ( Three 2-hour sessions)