Learn basic Internet security concepts and take basic precautions to protect yourself from hacking and identity theft.  We will cover Internet browsers, insecure browsers, add-ons, password use, and protective software.  Bring your own PC or Mac for “hands-on” experience.

Learn how to create a basic spreadsheet, perform calculations by creating formulas, and utilize templates such as creating a budget and timesheet.

This class is designed for the novice who has very little to no experience with a computer. Hardware components and software terminology are addressed as the very basics of starting to use a computer. This class will cover common computer terms, starting up and shutting down, using the mouse, keyboard, how to save files, and more. Students will be using laptops to practice on and are welcome to bring their own to class.

Most people use their computers for email and the Web but do not venture further to organize their files. This course will concentrate on your Mac’s “Finder” to locate and organize your files.

*Class canceled - please refer to Litchfield Gmail or Google Docs Made Easy class.*  This class will teach you the basics of Google’s GSuite. We will cover GMail, Google Calendar, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides. You will also learn how to share any of your files with others for collaboration as well as publishing them to the web.

Students will learn basic functions, tools available, how to create, save and recover documents and more.  Prerequisite:  Must have basic computer knowledge, keyboarding and mouse skills.

Intro to Excel will review the basics and terminology. Students will learn to navigate, format, and by the end create a spreadsheet with formatting and formulas for basic calculations. Prerequisites: ability to use a computer and MS Office products.

In this class we will cover the basics and the more advanced functions of Excel. We will explore the workbook, worksheets, ribbon, charts, filters, formulas, What “IF” statements, and linking data.  Please bring a USB drive to save your work and be prepared to move quickly through some of the finer points of Excel.  Handouts and videos will help you to practice at home.  These skills will help you at work, in your own business, or even in your home budget. Prerequisite: Basic Keyboarding skills and some experience with Excel.