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Creating ACTIVE Retirement Years (919) 469-4081 21 Computer Learning Computer Maintenance for Hardware and Software Learn some consumer level techniques that can easily be applied by you the owner, to keep your computer running well, achieve its life expectancy, improve system performance and maintain its operating reliability. This hands-on class is all about prevention and the avoidance of frequent or major repairs. Fees: $10(R) $15(N) (2 classes) 95586 Mon/Wed Dec 12–14 9:30 a.m.–noon Free Alternatives to Windows Systems Support for Windows XP ended in 2014 but your computer can live on if you install the free and easy-to-use Linux Mint operating system. The Linux Mint interface looks much like Windows XP so learning it will be a breeze. The installation comes with free applications that preform most, if not all, the functions for which you used Windows such as web browsing, email, word processing and more. Location: Classroom 302 Fees: $5(R) $6(N) (1 class) 95607 Tue Sep 20 1:30–4 p.m. 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. Location: Classroom 302 Fees: $10(R) $15(N) (2 classes) 95610 Tue/Thu Sep 27–Oct 2 9:30 a.m.–noon Let's Google Did you know that Google has calendars, maps, place to do your own documents and more? These are just small parts of this amazing and free search engine! Come, learn more about Google! Fees: $10(R) $15(N) (2 classes) 95613 Tue/Thu Oct 18–20 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! Location: Classroom 302 Fees: $5(R) $6(N) (1 class) 95614 Thu Dec 8 9:30 a.m.–noon ESSENTIAL COMPUTER SKILLS Technology can help us in so many ways! Learn new skills today. These programs take place in Classroom 302 unless otherwise stated. Ancestry Using the Internet site Ancestry.com, this class instructs students on setting up a family tree as well as goes into detail on how to build the tree and edit information as new research becomes available. Location: Media Room Fees: $10(R) $15(N) (2 classes) 95615 Mon/Wed Sep 12–14 9:30 a.m.–noon Evaluations You may receive an evaluation after a class or program. Please fill it in promptly and return it to the Cary Senior Center front desk, as your input will make our programs better! For more, call (919) 469-4081.