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Computer Desk
Technology Services
As of June 25, 2009 a library card and PIN number is required to use the adult and teen Public Access Computers.

Guest passes for non-residents are available at no charge.

Public access computer users are allowed to sign up for a maximum of ONE HOUR per day.




Computer Classes - November 2009

The FREE classes listed start at 2pm and last until 3:45pm.

PLEASE NOTE: Classes are held in the Meeting Room and taught on laptop computers using the Microsoft Vista operating system and Microsoft Office 2007.


NOVEMBER 2009 SCHEDULE

Wednesday, November 4 - Computer Basics 1

Thursday, November 5 - Internet Basics *

Wednesday, November 18 - MS Word *

Thursday, November 19 - Job Searching **

Tuesday, November 24 - Introduccion a las Computadoras

Wednesday, November 25 - Downloadable Media***


* - Must have computer basics class or have basic keyboard and mouse skills.

** - 12 participant class limit

*** - Participants may bring an MP3 player and USB cable to attach to computer.

Please call 834-4273 to register or stop by the Computer Services Desk. Space is limited to 6 participants / class.


The Main Library is a Wireless Hotspot Location


The Lakeland Public Library offers free access to computer terminals, complete with internet access, word processing, spreadsheet, powerpoint and database programs.
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All public libraries in Lakeland offer free wireless access
Complete List of Software for Sign-Up Computers

Main Library

Station 1: Windows XP. Internet, Office 2007: Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, Power Point, OpenOffice.

Station 2: Windows XP. Office 2007: Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, PowerPoint, OpenOffice.

Stations 3-12: Windows XP. Internet, Office 2007: Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, Power Point, OpenOffice.

Computer Usage at Larry R. Jackson Branch
All computers are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Patrons may sign up for up to an hour at a time and for a total of one hour a day.


Branch Software

Stations 1-6: Windows XP. Internet, Office : Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, Power Point.
3 stations offer Microsoft Vista OS

elibrary South Lakeland

The elibrary offers 15 public access internet stations with Vista operating system and Microsoft Office products.

Computer Catalogs
Computers are available at each location to search the library's catalog.
Staff can also provide assistance.

Computer Tutoring
Computer tutoring is available for those that want to know more about word processing, finding information or browsing the internet, e-mail, spreadsheet, creating web pages or searching the catalog. Tutoring sessions are usually one hour in length, for a total of one hour per patron per week. Patrons can set up an appointment by calling 834-4273 to get the computer desk. Questions about the computers can also be sent by e-mail to David Gonzalez.


COMPUTER INSTRUCTION HANDOUTS
Desktop Publishing
Microsoft Excel Basics

Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 Basics

Microsoft Publisher Basics

Microsoft Publisher: How to Make a Newsletter

Microsoft Word Basics

Microsoft Word XP Basics

Internet
Basic Search Tips

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