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COMPUTER LAB
A Computer Class being instructed at the Whiteside County Senior Center in Sterling, IL.
Anyone is welcome to attend and learn the basics of the computer.
We have room for ( 10 ) students at a time, so be sure to register early if you wish to be a
part of one of our Classes.
Anyone is welcome to attend and learn the basics of the computer.
We have room for ( 10 ) students at a time, so be sure to register early if you wish to be a
part of one of our Classes.
WHITESIDE COUNTY SENIOR CENTER
STERLING, ILLINOIS . . .
Providing better tomorrow through
program and project.
Providing better tomorrow through
program and project.
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Our COMPUTER LAB STAFF
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MYRON KLIMENT
Computer Operations
Manager and Instructor
Computer Operations
Manager and Instructor
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TERRY MACLENNAN
Head Instructor and
Technical Advisor
Head Instructor and
Technical Advisor
Our Class
Schedule
Please check
the
"MONTHLY
ACTIVITIES"
page
for our next
scheduled
class.
Thank You.
Schedule
Please check
the
"MONTHLY
ACTIVITIES"
page
for our next
scheduled
class.
Thank You.
THE CLASSES WE TEACH
CALL OR SEE ECHO:
FREE BASIC COMPUTING WORKSHOP ( 3-HOURS)
THIS THREE-HOUR CLASS TEACHES YOU HOW TO USE THE MOUSE AND KEYBOARD,
TURN THE COMPUTER ON AND OFF, AND CERTAIN ESSENTIAL SKILLS SUCH AS THE
CLICK AND DRAG THAT YOU NEED BEFORE TAKING THE "BASIC COMPUTING CLASS".
Cost is free and is limited to a maximum of 10 people with people who intend to take the
Basic Computing Class the next week having priority.
CALL OR SEE ECHO:
Basic Computing for Beginners (3-Days)
This three-day hands-on class covers nearly everything to enable you to utilize and enjoy
a computer. It is especially designed for the person who has very limited knowledge about
a computer but would like to learn. New this year are backups and digital photo downloads.
YOU MUST TAKE THE FREE BASIC WORKSHOP PRIOR TO SIGNING UP FOR
THIS CLASS.
That class will be held the week prior to this Basic Class.
Cost is only $20 and is limited to a maximum of 10 people.
No refunds or future class substitutes will be allowed if you are unable to attend.
FREE BASIC COMPUTING WORKSHOP ( 3-HOURS)
THIS THREE-HOUR CLASS TEACHES YOU HOW TO USE THE MOUSE AND KEYBOARD,
TURN THE COMPUTER ON AND OFF, AND CERTAIN ESSENTIAL SKILLS SUCH AS THE
CLICK AND DRAG THAT YOU NEED BEFORE TAKING THE "BASIC COMPUTING CLASS".
Cost is free and is limited to a maximum of 10 people with people who intend to take the
Basic Computing Class the next week having priority.
CALL OR SEE ECHO:
Basic Computing for Beginners (3-Days)
This three-day hands-on class covers nearly everything to enable you to utilize and enjoy
a computer. It is especially designed for the person who has very limited knowledge about
a computer but would like to learn. New this year are backups and digital photo downloads.
YOU MUST TAKE THE FREE BASIC WORKSHOP PRIOR TO SIGNING UP FOR
THIS CLASS.
That class will be held the week prior to this Basic Class.
Cost is only $20 and is limited to a maximum of 10 people.
No refunds or future class substitutes will be allowed if you are unable to attend.
INTRODUCTIONS TO WINDOWS 7
This presentation will focus on many of the redesigned features and accessories of the latest operating system from Microsoft - Windows 7. We will discuss Aero themes, the various tools, games and desktop gadgets. If you are thinking of purchasing a new computer or already have a new one with this operating system on it, this demonstration may be of value to you. A question and answer session will follow.
This presentation will focus on many of the redesigned features and accessories of the latest operating system from Microsoft - Windows 7. We will discuss Aero themes, the various tools, games and desktop gadgets. If you are thinking of purchasing a new computer or already have a new one with this operating system on it, this demonstration may be of value to you. A question and answer session will follow.
Internet and E-Mail Computer Class
at Whiteside County Senior Center
This three-day class includes a discussion of what the Internet is and how it works, explanation of the browser, setting a home page and using favorites. We will talk about Internet safety, do web searches and look at a variety of web sites. Demonstrations on how to set up an Internet e-mail account and discuss how to use it to stay in touch with friends and relatives. We will use
actual e-mail accounts to send e-mail with and without attachments, learn to save pictures and more. Maximum of 10 students. No refunds or future class substitutes will be allowed if you are unable to attend.
at Whiteside County Senior Center
This three-day class includes a discussion of what the Internet is and how it works, explanation of the browser, setting a home page and using favorites. We will talk about Internet safety, do web searches and look at a variety of web sites. Demonstrations on how to set up an Internet e-mail account and discuss how to use it to stay in touch with friends and relatives. We will use
actual e-mail accounts to send e-mail with and without attachments, learn to save pictures and more. Maximum of 10 students. No refunds or future class substitutes will be allowed if you are unable to attend.
COMPUTING ESSENTIALS (3-days)
This three-day hands-on class outlines a number of computing topics such as updating and back ups, restoring to a previous set point, cleaning your computer, setting User Accounts, plus using programs in the Windows Accessories folder and more. We will also cover a number of programs that should be on everyone's computer including Java, Adobe Reader, Quick Time and several more. Limited to a maximum of 10 people. No refunds or future class substitutes will be allowed if you are unable to attend. People wishing to take this class must have some basic knowledge of computing.
You should bring into class a USB flash drive available at Staples, Wal-Mart or from any other store selling electronic items.
Paid students shall take priority over unpaid, regardless of sign-up day.
INTRODUCTIONS TO FACEBOOK
We will be looking at Facebook, the most popular social networking site on the web. Facebook is a means by which you can connect with people who matter to you. With more than 600 million active users Facebook is second only to Google in Website traffic. And the percent of seniors using Facebook just keeps increasing. In the US, there are more than 15.5 million Facebook users in the 55+ age group. 1-in-5 seniors using Facebook log on for an hour on any given day.
Our program will cover the basics of setting up an account, creating a profile, setting your privacy controls, finding friends and more. Learn how Facebook can be a safe ande happy place for you to connect with family and old friends.
We will be looking at Facebook, the most popular social networking site on the web. Facebook is a means by which you can connect with people who matter to you. With more than 600 million active users Facebook is second only to Google in Website traffic. And the percent of seniors using Facebook just keeps increasing. In the US, there are more than 15.5 million Facebook users in the 55+ age group. 1-in-5 seniors using Facebook log on for an hour on any given day.
Our program will cover the basics of setting up an account, creating a profile, setting your privacy controls, finding friends and more. Learn how Facebook can be a safe ande happy place for you to connect with family and old friends.
THE COMPUTER LAB IS OPEN
daily 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
daily 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
THE WHITESIDE COUNTY SENIOR CENTER COMPUTER LAB IN STERLING, IL IS OPEN
DAILY 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
WE CURRENTLY HAVE TEN WINDOWS XP COMPUTERS AND ONE WINDOWS 7 COMPUTER WITH HIGH SPEED INTERNET ACCESS AVAILABLE FOR FREE PUBLIC USE.
ASK MYRON or TERRY ABOUT THE VARIOUS BASIC COMPUTING CLASSES AVAILABLE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC REGARDLESS OF AGE.
INDIVIDUAL HELP IS AVAILABLE MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, AND FRIDAY AFTERNOONS, OR BY CHANCE OR APPOINTMENT.
JOIN US AND ENJOY VISITING WITH OTHER PATRONS, SURFING THE INTERNET, USING ONE OF OUR COMPUTER PROGRAMS, OR JUST PLAYING A GAME.
WE CURRENTLY HAVE TEN WINDOWS XP COMPUTERS AND ONE WINDOWS 7 COMPUTER WITH HIGH SPEED INTERNET ACCESS AVAILABLE FOR FREE PUBLIC USE.
ASK MYRON or TERRY ABOUT THE VARIOUS BASIC COMPUTING CLASSES AVAILABLE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC REGARDLESS OF AGE.
INDIVIDUAL HELP IS AVAILABLE MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, AND FRIDAY AFTERNOONS, OR BY CHANCE OR APPOINTMENT.
JOIN US AND ENJOY VISITING WITH OTHER PATRONS, SURFING THE INTERNET, USING ONE OF OUR COMPUTER PROGRAMS, OR JUST PLAYING A GAME.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU AT THE COMPUTER LAB.
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