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22 September-December 2015 Cary Senior Center Computer Learning Pinterest The 3rd most popular social networking web site is Pinterest. If you like to save recipes, crafts ideas, home décor or travel location web sites, Pinterest is for you! Explore the fun of pinning by signing up for this demonstration seminar today. Location: Classroom 302 86403 Fri Sep 25 1:30-4 p.m. An Alternative to Windows Systems Support for Windows XP ended 2014 but your computer can live on. If you install Linux Mint, a free operating system used by millions, you can extend the life of your present computer. The Lunix Mint installation comes with free software that performs most, if not all, of the functions of programs you currently use with Windows. Included are web browsers, email programs, word processing, spread sheets, presentations and many more. Lunix Mint is virus and malware free. Instructions on how to obtain and install Linux Mint as well as an introduction to its use will be presented. Location: Classroom 303 86389 Mon Sep 28 1:30-4 p.m. Adding WiFi to your Home If you have more than one computer in your home you might want to network them together so you can share files, printers and internet access. This workshop will introduce you to the basics of creating a home network using wires or wireless. No flash drive needed. 86377 Tue Oct 13 1:30-4 p.m. FREE! NEW! FREE! Social Networking - Facebook! One of the easiest ways to keep track of everyone is on "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. You will learn methods to find long lost friends from your school and college days, as well as connect with people you haven't seen or heard from in years. Location: Classroom 302 86404 Fri Oct 9 1:30- 4 p.m. Working with Internet Resources IBM has provided us with an excellent presentation on how to use the resources of the Internet. Students who wish to make good use of the Internet to obtain information should find this class very useful. Flash drive is required for this class. 86410 Mon/Wed Nov 16-18 9:30 a.m.-noon Controlling Your Online Identity Learn how to protect your computer from viruses and other malicious programs. You will also learn about Fire Walls and other protective measures you can take to keep your computer system safe! No flash drive is needed for this class. Location: Classroom 303 86411 Mon Nov 23 1:30-4 p.m. FREE! FREE! FREE! FREE!