Basic Computing Classes

Classes are offered both Online and Onsite. Students attending Online classes should be comfortable with manipulating their computer's mouse, and clicking with reasonable accuracy, as well as having a reasonable ability with the keyboard.

Our regular classes are offered using the curriculum listed for each course. However any class can be customized for students who register for our "One-On-One" classes, or "Customized" sessions.

Click each title below, for a description of each class:

Macintosh (Mac) Basics

This class is designed for students who have no computing skills beyond knowing how to turn their Macintosh on (we can help with that, as well).

Learn how the computer is set up, and how you can use it to accomplish the things you want to do. You'll find out how to set up your e-mail or internet and use some of the basic functions that make a Mac such a fun computer. We'll also teach you how to use some of the programs that are already pre-loaded in your Mac such as iPhoto, iTunes, iCal, Mail and others.

Onsite clients can begin at any level of knowledge, and we can design a curriculum that will fulfill their requirements. All Onsite Macintosh Basics classes are considered "customized" classes, and will address the specific needs of the client.

Click here to view our syllabus for our Online class.

Windows XP Basics

Learn what all that terminology means, and how to use it. Learn how the computer is set up, and how you can use it to accomplish the things you want to do.You'll understand how to find your way around the computer, and how to accomplish the things you meant to accomplish when you bought the computer. Receive basic skills for working with programs, and managing files.

This class is designed for students who have no computing skills beyond knowing how to turn their PCs on (we can help with that, as well). Windows Basics is offered both Online, and Onsite.

Onsite clients can begin at any level of knowledge, and we can design a curriculum that will fulfill their requirements. All Onsite Windows Basics classes are considered "customized" classes.

Click here to view our syllabus for our Online class.

Internet and Email

Learn how to use the Internet and Email for searches, shopping, communication, photo sharing, social networking and more. Learn about internet browsers and their differences, and how to send, receive, and save email. Various Internet browsers will be used in the class (eg: Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, etc.), and Email will be taught using Apple Mail (Mac), and Outlook (Windows).

Onsite clients can begin at any level of knowledge, and we can design a curriculum that will fulfill their requirements. All Onsite Internet and Email classes are considered "customized" classes.

Click here to view our syllabus for our Online class.

Ebay Advertising

Learn how to create effective Ebay ads. You will be taught how to navigate Ebay's organizational system, how to set prices, how to show your product with images, and how to create effective and attractive advertising, to help you sell your "stuff" for more money.

Click here to view our syllabus for our Online class.

For Online students who require assistance with their class setup, we can set up your online session in just a few minutes with a quick telephone call.
Requirements for assistance setting up the Online Class:

Windows®XP, Server 2003, Vista or later; or Mac OS® X 10.4 or later (no other operating systems are supported at this time)
Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator 4.0 or later, Mozilla Firefox 1.0 or later or Safari™ 1.3 or later
A Broadband Internet Connection (eg: DSL, Cable Modem, FiOS, U-Verse, etc.)

Note: With the exception of our Macintosh and Windows Basics class: due to the amount of material we cover in class, we do require students to be comfortable using a mouse, opening and saving files, and the general operations of computers. While we will make every reasonable effort to help, students with insufficient skills may be required to observe the class lessons or do their best to keep up without slowing down the rest of the class. If you feel you need specific assistance to get "up to speed" please contact us, so we may assist you in your preparation.