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    Thursday Oct 05, 2023 at 2:00pm
    120 minutes

    We are told: don't write down passwords; don't reuse passwords; make passwords long and complex.  Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show how to use free software that stores all your usernames and passwords along with related information and protects them with a single, very strong password.  Don't let your online accounts get compromised. It's easy and free.

  • Tuesday Oct 10, 2023 at 2:00pm
    120 minutes

    Join us for a workshop on how to protect your home computer.

    The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you the simple steps you need to take to keep your PC from being hacked. And best of all, it can be done for free.

  • Wednesday Oct 11, 2023 at 11:00am
    60 minutes

    Discover what you can do with your library card!

    Join this 1-hour hands-on session to learn to search the library catalogue, manage your library account online, and access the many services and resources available.

    Register to ensure your spot.

    The program will be held in the computer lab on the lower level of the Nepean Centrepointe library.

  • Wednesday Oct 18, 2023 at 11:00am
    60 minutes

    Discover what you can do with your library card!

    Join this 1-hour hands-on session to learn more about online resources. Find out how  you can use your library card to access free films, read magazines online, access e-books, learn a new language, listen to music, and much more.

    Register to ensure your spot.

    The program will be held in the computer lab on the lower level of the Nepean Centrepointe library.

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    Thursday Oct 19, 2023 at 5:30pm
    120 minutes

    Protecting your PC

    The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be yours! Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you the simple steps you need to take to keep your PC from being hacked. And best of all, it can be done for free.

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    Friday Oct 20, 2023 at 2:30pm
    60 minutes

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    Join us for a tour of the Digitization Lab. This lab is equipped with bookable work stations that allow you to digitize your old photographs, slides and negatives, as well as your VHS tapes and 8mm film reels. This tour will be an orientation of the equipment, the stations and the online booking system.

  • Tuesday Oct 24, 2023 at 2:00pm
    120 minutes

    Can't keep track of all your many passwords? Join us to learn some tips and tricks to help keep your usernames and your passwords organized.

    We are told: don't write down passwords; don't reuse passwords; make passwords long and complex. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show how to use free software that stores all your usernames and passwords along with related information and protects them with a single, very strong password. Don't let your online accounts get compromised. It's easy and free.

  • Saturday Oct 28, 2023 at 2:00pm
    120 minutes

    Lynda Buske from the Ottawa PC Users’ Group will show you how to make a hard copy book using the on-line service, Photobook Canada. You can completely customize the arrangement of your photos, backgrounds, frames, embellishments, etc. A great way to preserve memories of family events or travel!

    We encourage you to bring your laptop.

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    Thursday Nov 09, 2023 at 6:00pm
    120 minutes

    Think about everything that is on your computer; videos of the grandkids playing in a park, vacation and family photos, tax records, emails...Now think aout whether those files exist anywhere else.  If the answer is no, you need to think about backup.

  • Monday Nov 13, 2023 at 6:00pm
    120 minutes

    Learn, in simple terms, how your camera works to enable you to take better photos. The lecture will cover tips on composition, depth of field, lighting, people pictures and how to avoid common pitfalls. Applicable to cell phones too.

    Presented by Lynda Buske from the Ottawa PC Users' Group.