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Learning

FREE Classes - Fall Schedule is here!

 
Some classes are being held in the Marvin E. Smith Community Room or the Technology Training Room at the Grant R. Brimhall Library or at the Newbury Park Branch. Due to limitations in class size, registration is required.

Register at the Reference Desk at the Grant R. Brimhall Library, 1401 East Janss Road, or call 805-449-2660 x.204.

Check the calendar on the library's website for more information about classes and other special events. Click here for flyer

 

Computer Basics I

An introduction to computers. The very basics. How to turn your computer on and off, find your way around the keyboard, the desktop and how to control the mouse. If you are new to the Internet and computers, we strongly recommend this as a prerequisite to our other classes.
  1. Thursday,  September 16; 10:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. (Grant R. Brimhall Library)
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Computer Basics II

Learn how to perform common tasks such as working with files and using menus and toolbars. If you are new to the Internet and computers, we strongly recommend this as a prerequisite to our other classes.
  1. Thursday, September 23, 10:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. (Grant R. Brimhall Library)
  2. Tuesday, October 26, 10:30 a.m. - 12 Noon  (Newbury Park Branch)
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Computer Basics III

Brief review of Computer Basics II, plus common editing techniques that can be used when creating documents and email messages.
  1. Thursday, October 7,  10:00 - 11:45 a.m. (Grant R. Brimhall Library)
  2. Tuesday, November 9, 10:30 a.m. - 12 Noon  (Newbury Park Branch)

 

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Internet and the World Wide Web: The Basics

An introductory Internet class. Topics covered include basic functions of the Internet, using web browsers, navigating and evaluating web pages. Prerequisites: Some experience with using a mouse and ability to work in a Windows” environment.
  1. Thursday, October 14; 10:00  - 11:45 a.m.  (Grant R. Brimhall Library)
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How Do I find it on the Web: Internet Searching

Prerequisites: Some experience with using a mouse and ability to work in a “Windows” environment.
  1. Thursday, October 21; 10:00 -11:45 a.m.  (Grant R. Brimhall Library)
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Google It!

Google is a powerful search tool; offers several specialized features; can be used as a calculator, converter, translator, dictionary, and much more. Prerequisites: Some experience with using a mouse and ability to work in a “Windows” environment.

  1. Thursday, November 4; 10:30 a.m. - 12 Noon  (Newbury Park Branch)

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Social Networking: Keeping Up with Family and Friends

Online social networks like Twitter, My Space, and Facebook are rapidly changing the way we live, work and interact.
  1. Saturday, November 20; 10:00 - 11:345 a.m. (Grant R. Brimhall Library)
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Internet For Spanish Speakers

¡Aprenda a usar el Internet! - El Internet es un mundo de información. En esta clase básica, Ud. aprendrá a buscar información en el Internet a través de los navegadores del internet y los motores de búsqueda. Esta clase es gratis y será en español. 

 Learn to use the Internet!  The Internet is a world of information. In this basic class, you will learn to access information on the Internet with web browsers and search engines. This class is free and will be presented in Spanish.

1. Saturday, October 23, 1:30 -3:00 p.m.  (Newbury Park Branch)

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Grant R. Brimhall Library · 1401 E. Janss Road · Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 · (805) 449 2660
Newbury Park Branch Library · 2331 Borchard Road · Newbury Park, CA 91320 · (805)498 2139

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