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Creating ACTIVE Retirement Years (919) 469-4081 21 Computer Learning FACEBOOK Facebook allows you to keep up with all the people you care about, as well as see photos and videos of your children, grandchildren, friends and acquaintances. We'll discuss some of the recent changes as well as how to keep your info private and secure. Fri Jan 31 1:30–4 p.m. 001534 Fees: $5(R) $6(N) (1 class) DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 1 Bring your camera, and learn how to use the controls and understand the terminology. Learn techniques for taking better pictures, and then upload and view them on your computer. M,W,F Feb 3–7 1:30–4 p.m. 001531 Fees: $15(R) $20(N) (3 classes) DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 2 Photo Enhancement and Printing: Make the best of the pictures you have taken; learn how to enhance your photos using free software (Photo Scape), and then print them. Understand some of the online photo services and how to use them. Digital Photography 1 is a prerequisite for this class. M,W,F Feb 24–28 1:30–4 p.m. 001532 Fees: $15(R) $20(N) (3 classes) SAFE COMPUTING We will discuss protecting your computer and your data from: 1) hardware threats, like electrical problems, 2)software threats, such as viruses and malicious programs, as well as 3) user threats, that is, bad choices to avoid. We will discuss data backup methods, firewalls and antiviruses. Mon,Wed Feb 10–12 1:30–4 p.m. 001546 Fees: $10(R) $15(N) (2 classes) INTRODUCTION TO GENEALOGY This class will demonstrate genealogy programs and software that will enable people to set up a family tree and search for other relatives using a combination of free and paid programs. Thu Feb 13 1:30–4 p.m. 001539 Fees: $5(R) $6(N) (1 class) LISTENING TO PODCASTS Listen to your favorite radio shows anytime and anywhere you want--FREE! This 1-day seminar will get you started on streaming or downloading podcasts. A podcast is a recording of a radio show that is available for FREE subscription and download. They have limited sponsorship announcements instead of commercials like broadcast radio. Learn what you need to know about listening to podcasts in this informative free seminar. Get step-by-step instructions in class and take home a manual so you can listen to what you want when you want--you're in control! Mon Jan 13 9:30–noon 001541 Fees: $5(R) $6(N) (1 class) OVERVIEW OF SOCIAL MEDIA This seminar will give an overview of the three most popular Social Media websites that are used by seniors. Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter are free online sites that allow you to share info—photos, text, videos—with other people. You can tell the whole world what you want to say, or just communicate with one person. All three have easy help and support files. Thu Jan 16 1:30–4 p.m. 001542 Fees: $5(R) $6(N) (1 class) CUTTING THE CABLE Are you frustrated with ever increasing cable TV bills? Have you wondered if there are ways to reduce your cable TV expense while getting the programs you want to watch? This seminar will give you some ideas on alternatives to cable TV. We will talk about over the air broadcast with antennas, smart TVs, and streaming. Fees: $5(R) $6(N) (1 class) Session 1 Mon Jan 27 9:30 a.m.–noon 001528 Session 2 Wed Mar 18 1:30-4 p.m. 001530 Session 3 Tue May 5 1:30–4 p.m. 001529