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Computer Classes
The Plymouth Public Library offers basic computer training classes to the public October through April. Each two hour class will be led by a member of the computer department and costs $5.00. If interested in a class, please call Rob at 936-2324 ext 122, for dates and times. You must pay at time of registration and no names will be taken by phone. Sign up starts September 1, 2009.
Check our events calendar here for times and dates. (Listings will have a yellow background)
Classes Offered:
Basic
Computers
Never touched a computer before? Join us for an informal class where you will learn basic vocabulary, parts and functions of your computer, using a mouse and keyboard, the desktop, and simple tasks. This class will include instructor-led presentations as well as a computer-based tutorial and will last about two hours. No prior experience required.
Using
Microsoft Word
Picking
up where Basic Computers left off, participants will learn additional
terminology and features while using Microsoft Word, the most popular
word-processing program. Participants
should be comfortable using the computer, mouse, keyboard and basic vocabulary.
Basic Computers is strongly recommended.
Basic Internet
Join us as we explore what the Internet is, where it came from, how you can get on it, and what you will find when you get there. Topics covered will include: Internet Service Providers, sites of special interest, facts and fallacies, and search engines. Basic knowledge of Windows and computers is strongly recommended.
Basic E-mail
Learn how to use the free, web based e-mail service, Yahoo! Mail. Participants will set up their own Yahoo! Mail account. Knowledge of windows and the Internet is strongly recommended.
Using Your Yahoo! Email
Now that you have a Yahoo! Mail account, let's examine all the things you can do with it in this hands-on class. Sending, saving, replying, adding contacts and attachments will all be covered in detail. A Yahoo! Mail account is required.
Computer Essentials
Designed for the intermediate computer user, participants will learn basic PC housekeeping chores, how to download and install programs from the Internet, how to defrag their hard drive, use Windows Explorer, install Microsoft updates, and Add/Remove Programs. Also covered will be necessary utilities such as Adobe Acrobat, and WinZip, in addition to lots of tips and tricks for the savvy computer user.
Picturing
the Digital Camera Revolution
Are you ready to purchase your first or upgrade a current digital camera? Then join us for a “how it all works” lecture including terminology, features, buying tips, and cool Web sites that help you become a better photographer. Also covered will be the use of free photo software to spruce up those "less that stellar" shots. Please feel free to bring your camera and questions.
Additional computer training available locally at Crossroads Academy.
Plymouth Public Library | 201 N. Center Street | Plymouth, Indiana 46563