| Name |
Description |
| Gmail: The Basics and Beyond |
Explore the many features of Gmail! Discover how to format an email, organize your messages using folders (labels), generate a mail group, block a sender, add a contact, insert an emoji in your message, add an attachment, and more. Must bring Gmail password to both classes. |
| Google Searching and Google Apps |
This class will provide tips and techniques for searching the Internet such as tabbed browsing, creating bookmarks, and searching by category (images, videos, news, etc). Did you know that Google has apps like Calendar, Maps, Google Earth, Google Photos, Translate, Google Docs, Youtube and more? We will explore many of the features of these and other Google Apps. |
| Google Docs |
Learn word processing with the Google Docs, a free, powerful alternative to MS Word. Google Docs supports voice typing, online collaboration, editing MS Word documents, and more. For both word processing novices and those considering migrating to Google Docs. |
| Google Drive |
Google Drive is a free service included with a Google account. With it you can store files online with 15 gigabytes of free storage. You can access them from any device using the cloud. Google Drive includes web-based applications for creating and sharing documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and more. Working with others becomes much easier. |
| Google Earth |
From the comfort of your computer chair, discover travel to interesting places around the world with Google Earth software. Entertain yourself by finding your neighborhood, your home, and visiting interesting places around the world. See Mount Rushmore, the Pyramids, the Eiffel Tower and more. Both the Google Tools version and the standalone version will be covered. |
| Intro to Chromebook |
Why Chromebook? Chromebooks are very popular laptop purchases because of their low cost, ease of use, and minimal setup and maintenance. This introductory class covers purchasing tips, what Chromebooks do well and don't, their competition, getting set up, and Chromebook addon software favorites. This class targets those considering a new or replacement Chromebook that are uncertain about what Chromebooks can do and what Chromebook hardware suffices for their needs. |
| AdvancedChromebook |
Explore Google Chromebooks' full range of capabilities in this comprehensive class targeted at existing Chromebook owners. We lightly cover purchasing strategies. In detail, we cover using the desktop including shortcuts and gestures, using the Chrome web browser, Chrome addon software, Google Drive and Google Docs, MS Office documents, recovering fouled Chromebooks, set up including printers, and running Android and Linux apps. Bring questions if you want to do more with your Chromebook but unsure how. |
| Using Your Android Phone |
Android smartphones are available from multiple manufacturers and work with all major cell phone service providers. This course will show how to set up and use these devices as well as provide a brief overview of the many applications available. Students are advised to be familiar with the basic operations of their device prior to the class. Bring your phone. |
| Name |
Description |
| Buying a Computer |
With so many computers to choose from, come learn some valuable information about buying a computer before you spend your money! We'll describe the types of choices you have available and help you break them down into appropriate categories that meet your needs. Finally, you will walk through a decision tree to find the best solution for your needs. |
| Safe Computing |
We will discuss protecting your computer and your data from: 1)hardware threats, like electrical problems, 2)software threats, such as viruses and malicious programs, as well as 3) user threats, that is, bad choices to avoid. We will discuss data backup methods, firewalls and antiviruses. |
| Managing Medicare |
Now you can save time and money using the Medicare website and the NC Department of Insurance using your computer and getting fast results. Insurance companies change their plans and prices for services and medications annually. Learn how to find a part D plan using the Medicare website.Stay in charge of your Medicare with this class. No Flash drive needed for this class. |
| Cutting the Cable |
Are you frustrated with ever increasing cable TV bills? Have you wondered if there are ways to reduce your cable TV expense while getting the programs you want to watch? This seminar will give you some ideas on alternatives to cable TV. We will talk about over the air broadcast with antennas, smart TVs, and streaming. |
| Streaming TV |
Do you know there are many ways to connect your TV to watch Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max or YouTube on it Do you know all the many streaming services, both subscription and free? This seminar will help you understand the hardware options and the video service choices available to stream video on your TV and other devices. |
| Smart Home |
The future is focused on Smart Appliances, Smart Homes and Smart Cars. Understand how all these work. Know what questions you should ask before using them. This class will discuss the Internet of Things, what it means, what it is, and its impact on our lives going forward. |
| Talking to Your Electronic Devices |
Emerging artificial intelligence introduced the use of voice driven devices to many electronic devices as well as automobiles. While this makes these devices easier to use, many users avoid using this technology sticking with keyboard, mouse and menus to operate systems. This class will introduce you to many of these technologies and how to begin to make use of them to make life simpler. We will discuss Apple’s “SIRI”, Google’s “Hey Google”, Amazon’s “Alexa”, Microsoft’s “Cortana” and some others. |
| E-Books and E-Readers |
This seminar will talk about the most popular eReaders and eReader apps as well a typical customizations in your reader app. Books and eReaders are very popular. This seminar will talk about the most popular eReaders and eReader apps; how to purchase eBooks; how to check out eBooks from the Wake County Public Library, and the best places to get free and low-cost eBooks. Bring your eReader/app with you to the class. It will also discuss where to get EBooks for your readers. |
| Home Surveillance |
Need to monitor your home, remote property, pets or elderly relatives? This seminar describes how to set up a WiFi camera surveillance system that can be monitored from your phone, tablet or computer, receive real time alerts, live video, past events, including sound, night vision and two-way audio. Find out how easy it is to set up a low cost 1080I wireless camera in less than 20 minutes. |
| Digital Photography 1 |
Bring your camera, and learn how to use the controls and understand the terminology. Learn techniques for taking better pictures, and then upload and view them on your computer. |
| Digital Photography 2 |
Photo Enhancement and Printing: Make the best of the pictures you have taken; learn how to enhance your photos using free software (Photo Scape), and then print them. Understand some of the online photo services and how to use them. Digital Photography 1 is a prerequisite for this class. |
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Description |
| Overview of Social Media |
This seminar will give an overview of the three most popular Social Media websites that are used by seniors. Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter are free online sites that allow you to share info - photos, text, videos - with other people. You can tell the whole world what you want to say, or just communicate with one person. All three have easy help and support files. |
| Facebook |
Facebook allows you to keep up with all the people you care about, as well as see photos and videos of your children, grandchildren, friends and acquaintances. We’ll discuss some of the recent changes as well as how to keep your info private and secure. |
| Twitter |
Twitter is a social media app that lets you quickly send short, 280 character messages to other people in your network. Come to this class to learn about Tweets, hashtags and finding followers who are interested in what you have to say. |
| Controlling Your Online Identity |
Learn how to protect your computer from viruses and other malicious programs. You will also learn about Firewalls and other protective measures you can take to keep your computer system safe! |
| Media Literacy and Your Responsibility |
Are you frustrated or confused by the false information and the misleading statements so common on social media? How can you tell whether a statement is true or false? How can you tell the difference between disinformation or misinformation? |
| Working with Internet Resources |
IBM has provided us with an excellent presentation on how to use the resources of the Internet. Students who wish to make good use of the Internet to obtain information should find this class very useful. |
| Podcasts |
Listen to your favorite radio shows anytime and anywhere you want--FREE! This seminar will get you started on streaming or downloading podcasts recorded radio shows available for FREE subscription and download. They have limited sponsorship announcements instead of commercials like broadcast radio. Get step-by-step instructions and take home a manual so you can listen to what you want when you want--you're in control! |
| Publish Yourself on Amazon Kindle |
Whether you have written (or would like to write) a memoir, children's book, or a novel, it's free and simple to publish it in Kindle format on Amazon. This seminar shows you Amazon's free e-publishing tools and gives you the resources you need to start the journey toward being a published author! Both Microsoft Windows and Apple operating systems will be covered. |
| Artificial Intelligence |
What is Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how is it influencing your life today? Learn what AI can do today and how it will impact our lives in the future. This is a high level non-technical overview of the field of AI, including Chatbots and Robots. You are using AI today, and don't realize it. |
| Cloud Computing |
What is the Cloud that computer users talk about and where is it? Join us to explore ways you can use Cloud Computing to store your photos, documents, music or videos without taking up space on your own computer. |
| Intro to Genealogy |
This class will demonstrate genealogy programs and software that will enable people to set up a family tree and search for other relatives using a combination of free and paid programs. |
| Road Tripping |
Take the stress out of your next road trip by using a smartphone and perhaps a computer, both before and during your trip. This class will look at Applications for planning all aspects of your drive including routes, traffic conditions, highway exit facilities. It will also look at booking accommodation and restaurants, planning your sightseeing and arranging local public transportation. You should be comfortable using any web-browser and your smartphone to benefit from this class. |
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Description |
| Linux |
Learn to reinvigorate your old desktops and laptops with Linux. Linux runs more efficiently than Windows, runs well on most hardware, it is mostly free, and offers thousands of free apps. We cover Linux distribution choices, trialing, and selecting one. Showcasing Linux Mint, a popular distribution for Windows replacements, we explore its installation, customizing its desktop, settings, finding and installing apps such as LibreOffice, updating your software, and more. If you are tech-savvy but not Linux proficient, this class is your quick start guide for running Linux. And beyond the class, we provide many references to help further your Linux exploration and keep updated. |
| Talking to Siri |
Talking to Siri, Apples Digital Assistant, on the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch is fun, easy and productive. Most of these functions can be used on your Android devices as well using “Hey Google”, Microsoft’s Cortana, and IBM’s Watson. Many more vendor implementations are anticipated and we will discuss a few. |
| Internet of Me |
You, your personal information and your digital reputation are important. Learn how to protect your online information for everything from passwords to your facial recognition. Keep your personal information personal. Manage and protect your passwords. Learn about 2 factor authentication, website security and Phishing attacks. |
| Buying a Smartphone or Tablet |
Thinking of buying a smartphone or tablet computer? Curious about features, costs and to what extent they can replicate what your PC or Mac does? Come learn some basic information before you buy! |
