COMPUTER AND CELL PHONE HELP
Computer Classes
Each class is 10 hours of instruction, broken into 2 days, with a mixture of lecture and hands-on exercises.
Office skills and computer classes. Not Free.
Mouse and Keyboard Tutorials
Can be done at home or in the library at your own pace.
Mouse Tutorial
Good Typing
Very basic shows you where and how to move your fingers on the keyboard plus provides lots of practice. Click "Register for free." A few boxes will appear for you to fill out. Where it says "email," you can just type in your name - you do not have to have an email address to use this website. If you register you can leave your lessons and come back to the same place next time you use the site.
Power Typing
Faster and easier if you know where to put your fingers on the keyboard. Click on Qwerty lessons. The lesson will then open and you can choose what keys you want to learn.
One Handed Typing
Learn to type with either hand.
Basic Computer skills and terminology
Tech Boomers
Techboomers has over 100 free courses with thousands of step-by-step tutorials and informational articles that can help you learn anything and everything about the Internet's most popular websites and apps. Check out our full range of courses, or jump down to any category that interests you: Social Media, Online Shopping, Online Entertainment, Userful Websites and Apps, and Technology Basics. Video Tutorial
Digital Learn
Whether you have a Mac or a PC, learn computer basics and terminology, mouse, keyboard, eMail, navigating the internet, accounts and passwords, job skills, how to buy a plane ticket, internet safety and more.
Computer Programs, Mobile Apps, Social Media and MoreWordPerfect, Access, Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, Windows, Apple, Facebook, Apps, plus everyday life skills.
Excel
This website offers a tutorial on how to use Excel broken down into chapters with example and graphics as well as step-by-step instructions.
Introduction to the Internet and Email
Includes internet terminology and basic Internet navigation or organize email, set up an address book, attach and open attachments.
Video Computer Tutorials
Here are quick 2-minute videos on many subjects on how to use the computer. This site is set up to either click on the topic you want to see and watch the video OR check mark the video and email it to the person who needs the info.
Security
Almost everyone puts sensitive data on their computers, cell phones, and other devices, creating vulnerabilities for hackers etc. This Guide to Securely Storing Sensitive Data on Computers and Portable Devices focuses on ways to securely store sensitive data on computers and other portable devices.
Chromebooks
The Library has Chromebooks for public checkout. Chromebooks are laptops that can connect to the internet through any accessible WiFi network—including the one you create by firing up a hotspot. The devices can be reserved through the Library’s catalog by typing in the word Chromebook, or you can call the Library at 746-4343 to place a hold. These devices can be borrowed for up to three weeks only and are not renewable. Borrow one, plug it in and while it is charging up, read the instructions carefully. Tutorials by Niche Academy
Cell Phones
How much data do I need?
250 MB data equals 250 webpages OR 1 hours of streaming music OR 1 hours online video
2 GB data equals 2000 webpages OR 100 hours of streaming music OR 20 hours of online video
5 GB data equals 5000 webpages OR 200 hours of streaming music OR 50 hours of online video
This is an estimate, Verify with your cell phone company before you select a plan.
How to Use a Cell Phone
Android Cell phone calls and voice mail Video Tutorial
iPhone calls and voicemail Video Tutorial
iPhone text messaging video tutorial
Receive Help from a Librarian
Tech Help is available every Thursday, 10 am - noon in the Edna Clyne Room. Bring your login(s) and password(s) and device, if needed.
Low Cost Internet and Devices Through Everyoneon
EveryoneOn is working with California Emerging Technology Fund and other organizations to help bring low-cost internet service and affordable computers to those who need it. More Info
