Computer Classes

The Portsmouth Public Library has begun offering a number of free, hands-on computer classes for beginners. Unlike some classes where you meet every Monday for six weeks, our classes are a one-time workshop which can be repeated if necessary.

Courses to be offered

• Computer Basics
• Internet Basics
• Google Email
• Microsoft Word (parts 1 & 2)
• Microsoft Excel
• Facebook for Adults

Class Size

Each class will accomodate up to 8 students. Computers are provided.

Registration

To register for a class, call the reference desk at 766-1720.

Class Descriptions

• Computer Basics: Basic elements of Windows, including: using the mouse and keyboard, highlighting, copying, and pasting text, common menus, toolbars, and shortcuts, exploring programs and documents, overview of computer hardware and storage media
  • Prerequisites: none



• Internet Basics : Introduction to the Internet, including getting online, understanding basic terminology, toolbar buttons in Internet Explorer, using search sites, evaluating Web sites and online information, using intermediate and advanced online tools and search features
  • Prerequisites: Computer Basics class -or- familiarity with the mouse, including highlighting, copying, and pasting



• Google Email : Creating and using a free Google email account, including choosing a unique email address and password, composing and sending email messages, attaching files to email messages, reading and replying to incoming email, and storing email addresses in a personal address book
  • Prerequisites: Computer Basics class and Internet class -or-
    familiarity with using the keyboard and mouse, getting online and entering Web addresses
    
    
• Microsoft Word (parts 1 & 2) : Learn how to create, save and print word processing documents, including using editing shortcuts, formatting lists, checking spelling and grammar and using Word toolbars. The class will also include discussion of how to save and organize files. The class is split into two parts because there is too much to cover in one 90-minute class. Both parts are intended for beginners.
  • Prerequisites: Computer Basics class -or- familiarity with using the keyboard and mouse; highlighting, copying, and pasting text; and using the basic elements of the Windows operating system
• Microsoft Excel : Learn how to navigate within an Excel worksheet, enter and edit data, select ranges, format cells, and create simple formulas and charts.
  • Prerequisites: Microsoft Word class - or - familiarity with using the keyboard and mouse; highlighting, copying, and pasting text; and using the basic elements of the Windows operating system. This is our most advanced class.
    

• Facebook for Adults : Want to keep in touch with friends and family? Interested in knowing about Facebook but don't know how it works? Join us for an introduction to this widely used social networking service where you'll learn how to: set up an account and edit your Facebook profile; select privacy settings; find and add friends; discover and use fun apps; and delete an account.

  • Prerequisites: Must be comfortable using the keyboard and mouse and have basic knowledge of using the Internet. In order to create a new Facebook account while at the class, you must have a working email address that can be accessed online from the library.

To learn more, call 766-1720.

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