OPL Computer Classes

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COMPUTER CLASSES

Computers can be intimidating! Please don't feel overwhelmed; let the library help you. OPL offers computer classes every Wednesday at noon to help you feel more comfortable when you use the computer. Topics for each class are posted above.

COMPUTER CLASS SCHEDULE

July 29 • Intro to Microsoft Excel.
August 5 • Basic Computer Use
August 12 • Files and Folders
August 19 • The Cloud
August 26 • Basic Internet
September 2 • Internet Searching
September 9 • Google Tools
September 16 • Email
September 23 • Alabama Virtual Library
September 30 • Using Databases
October 7 • Health Resources
October 21 • Cyber Security Basics
October 28 • Microsoft Office
August 5 • Basic Computer Use
August 12 • Files and Folders
August 19 • The Cloud
August 26 • Basic Internet
September 2 • Internet Searching
September 9 • Google Tools
September 16 • Email
September 23 • Alabama Virtual Library
September 30 • Using Databases
October 7 • Health Resources
October 21 • Cyber Security Basics
October 28 • Microsoft Office

MOBILE DEVICE CLASSES AT OPL

Register for Group or Individual Classes! The Library is here to help! Feel free to schedule an appointment with library staff. We will help you to learn about your device; we will also walk you through setting up your device to use library services, such as e-books.

KNOWLEDGE CITY

OPL offers a collection of over 18,000 courses, most of which deal with computer skills, through Knowledge City. To sign in to use this free service, use the last six digits of your library card number as your username; your PIN is your last name.

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OPL ACADEMY

If you can't make it to the classes in the library, take advantage of OPL Academy, which offers computer help in lots of different subjects. This service doesn't go into the same amount of detail that the Knowledge City service does, but it offers tutorials on lots of computer services.

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DIGITAL LEARN

If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, we have the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed.

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BYOD
OPL also offers a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) service. Register using the button below to be connected one-on-one with a staff member to help you learn about your device. We will even help you install software to download free e-books! We’ll set aside each Tuesday at noon just for BYODs, but you can register below for any day of the week.

Blue button that will take you to the BYOD page.

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