 Computers
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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.
| 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.
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Users
with wireless-enabled laptops or PDAs may access the Internet from
any location
inside of the Library through our wireless network.
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| Computer
Tutorials and Web Links |
Tutorials
Beginner Internet
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
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APR |
Start-Up with the Internet Wednesday |
Wed, March 12 |
Wed, April 2, 9, and 16 at 10:15 AM |
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Start-Up with the Internet Thursday |
Thurs, March 13 |
Thurs, April 3, 10, and 17 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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Intermediate Internet* |
Fri, March 28 |
Friday, April 18 and 25 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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Google Search Tips* |
Tues, April 1 |
Tuesday, April 22 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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MAY |
Start-Up with the Internet Wednesday |
Wed, April 23 |
Wed, May 14, 21, and 28 at 10:15 AM |
6 |
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Start-Up with the Internet Thursday |
Thurs, April 17 |
Thurs, May 1, 8, and 15 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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Introduction to Microsoft Word* |
Fri, April 18 |
Friday, May 9 and 16 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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Place Your Own Holds Using iBistro* |
Tues, April 15 |
Tuesday, May 6 or May 13 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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Introduction to Microsoft Excel* |
Tues, April 22 |
Saturday, May 10 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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JUNE |
Start-Up with the Internet Wednesday |
Wed, May 14 |
Wed, June 4, 11, and 18 at 10:15 AM |
6 |
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Start-Up with the Internet Thursday |
Thurs, May 15 |
Thurs, June 5, 12, and 19 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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Intermediate Internet* |
Fri, May 16 |
Friday, June 6 and 13 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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360 Search - Search Multiple Library Databases Simultaneously* |
Tues, May 13 |
Tuesday, June 3 and 10 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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JULY |
Start-Up with the Internet Wednesday |
Wed, June 25 |
Wed, July 16, 23, and 30 at 10:15 AM |
6 |
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Start-Up with the Internet Thursday |
Thurs, June 19 |
Thurs, July 10, 17, and 24 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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Introduction to Microsoft Word* |
Fri, June 20 |
Friday, July 11 and 18 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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Health on the Internet* |
Tues, June 10 |
Tuesday, July 8 and 15 at 9:15 AM |
6 |
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!
Class
Descriptions
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.
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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.
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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!
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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!
Google Search Tips
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!
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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.
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