Computers
Using a Library Computer
The following programs are available on Library computers:
Microsoft Word 2000
Microsoft Excel 2000
Microsoft Powerpoint 2000
Microsoft Access 2000
Microsoft Publisher 2000
Wordpad
MS Paint
Internet Explorer
Netscape
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Win Zip
Computer Games
Monroe cardholders may log on to Library computers using their 14-digit Library barcode as their password. Computer use is limited to two hours per day and Library computers automatically shut down one-half-hour before the Library closes.
Visitors with an identification card such as a driver's license are permitted to use Monroe Library computers for two hours per day. Visitors may sign-up for a guest computer pass at the Reference Desk.
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Printing from a Library Computer
Monroe Cardholders may print for a fee of 10 cents for black and white printouts and 50 cents for color printouts. Users may go to the Reference Desk to add money to their printing accounts in increments of $1. Printing costs will be deducted from this amount and leftover money will stay on the account for future use.
Visitors may print for a fee of 10 cents for black and white printouts and 50 cents for color printouts. Printing fees can be paid at the Reference Desk.
Wireless Access
Users with wireless-enabled laptops or PDAs may access the Internet from any location
inside of the Library through our wireless network.
Computer Tutorials and Web Links
Tutorials
Beginner Internet Use
Blogs and Blogging
Beginner Internet Use
AARP: Basic Web Lessons
http://www.aarp.org/learntech/computers/basic_web/
Internet Tutorials from The University at Albany Libraries
http://www.internettutorials.net
Mouse Aerobics- learn how to use a mouse
http://www.ckls.org/~crippel/computerlab/tutorials/mouse/page1.html
Mousercise- this site also teaches mouse skills
http://www.pbclibrary.org/mousing/mousercise.htm
Blogs and Blogging
A blog is a type of web page with entries listed in reverse-chronological order. One benefit of a blog is that you can subscribe to a blog and read updates using a blog reader such as Bloglines.
Blogs in Plain English (Video)
http://youtube.com/watch?v=NN2I1pWXjXI
Instructions for Subscribing to Blogs Using Bloglines (PDF)
Subscribing to a Blog Using Bloglines
Definition and Instructions for Creating a Blogger Blog
Web Links
AARP- Computers and Technology
(includes reviews and how-to guides)
http://www.aarp.org/learntech/computers/
CNET.com
http://www.cnet.com/
PCWebopedia - Dictionary of Computing Terms
http://www.pcwebopedia.com
Computer Classes
SIGN-UP TIME: 9:30 AM at the Reference Desk
(Lobby doors open at 9 AM)
*You must be competent with both the keyboard and mouse to take these more advanced classes. No exceptions!
Start-Up with the Internet
These classes will help the novice computer user become comfortable with some basic computer terminology, and use of the mouse. Students will learn the fundamentals of navigating the Internet to find information. Participants will explore Web sites with known addresses and learn how to use search engines and directories through practice searches.
- This is the most basic computer class that we offer. We recommend that you take this class before attempting any other classes if you are not comfortable with using the Internet, the keyboard or the mouse.
Introduction to Microsoft Word
Handouts
Sample Letter
Instructions
This class will provide instruction on composing and formatting a basic business letter using Microsoft Word. We will cover the use of commands including indenting, creating a bulleted list, text formatting and spell checking. You will need to know how to use a mouse and have some beginning typing skills.
Intermediate Internet Handouts (PDF)
Description: This class will teach you how to find information on the Internet using Yahoo! and other commonly used sites. You will learn how to look up a phone number, check financial information, print out directions, find your local movie schedule and weather, and locate book reviews.
Required Skills: You must be competent with both the keyboard and a mouse. No Exceptions!
The Book Lover's Internet
Love Books? Locate book reviews, author biographies, book discussion guides and more online.
Required Skills: You must be competent with both the keyboard and the mouse. No Exceptions!
Introduction to Microsoft Excel
Find out how to create basic charts and graphs and perform simple mathematical operations with this popular spreadsheet program.
Required Skills: You must be competent with both the keyboard and the mouse. No Exceptions!
Microsoft Publisher for Beginners
This class will introduce you to the basics of a program that is used to create flyers, banners, greeting cards and more.
Required Skills: You must be competent with both the keyboard and the mouse. No Exceptions!
This class will show you how to use Google to search for images,
news, maps, telephone numbers, stock quotes, and more.
Required Skills: You must be competent with both the keyboard and
the mouse. No Exceptions!
Our New Catalog: iBistro- Hands On
Let us introduce you to your new Library Catalog.
Find out how to see what we own and what you have
checked out.
Required skills: You must be competent with both the keyboard
and a mouse. No Exceptions!
How Do I…Computer Questions Answered*
Anything goes! Questions about how to use Microsoft Word? How to send an email attachment? How about downloading an online audio book? Ask and we will do our best to answer all of your questions.
Learn to Search your Library Databases*
We’ll discuss the best ways to find information using databases including EbscoHost, The Literature Resource Center and Novelist, all of which are available to you free of cost through your Library web site: www.monroetwplibrary.org.
Hands-On Yahoo! Mail*
Setting Up Your Yahoo! E-Mail Account
Using Your Yahoo! E-Mail Account
This two-session class will teach you how to set up and use a free web-based Yahoo! Email account. Learn how to compose a message, reply to email and forward messages from any computer that has an Internet connection.
Health on the Internet Handouts
Learn how to locate information on health issues and medications using links from our Web site and other valuable Internet Web sites. You must be competent with both the keyboard and mouse to take this new class. No exceptions!
- You will need to bring your library card to every class that you attend in order to sign-on to a computer.
- Computer class sign-ups start at 10:00 AM at the Reference Desk. Doors to the lobby open at 9 AM.