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Computer Training

The Palm Beach County Library offers a wide variety of computer training at our Main Library and in all our branches. We offer free lecture-based learning class and hands-on training in our two computer labs - one at the Main Library and the other at Gardens Branch. All our computer classes are explained on this page.

Computer Lab

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Clases de Computadoras en Español

Computer Classes in Creole

Mousing Around

Try our Free Online Mouse Tutorial

Mousing Tutorial in Spanish

Mousing Tutorial in Creole

Hands- On Training

These programs are available at the Main Library Computer Center.  Seating for these classes is limited and reservations are required unless otherwise specified.  Call the Main Library at (561) 233-2600 and ask for the Reference department to reserve your place. The Okeechobee Blvd. Branch is also hosting hands-on classes. Please call 561-233-1880 to reserve a space.

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Main Library Hands-on Training Classes

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System-Wide Class Descriptions

All our classes are free of charge.  We welcome repeat students.  Call your library to sign up for these lecture classes.  No sign-up is required for classes at the Main Library.

  • Access Basics (Hands-On)
    Learn how to use Microsoft Access to create a database for compiling and sorting data. Some computer experience is necessary. (60 min.) Preregister.

  • Advanced E-Mail (Hands-On) 
    Using Yahoo mail, learn advanced e-mail functions like attaching images and links, and changing font sizes and colors, and using emoticons.

  • Basic Windows (Hands-On)
    Prerequisite: Mousing
    Learn the basics of the Windows program, including how to open and move a window. (60 min.) Preregister.

  • Basic Word Processing (Hands-On)
    Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word to create school reports or résumés. Some computer experience necessary. (60 min.) Preregister.

  • Beginning Computers (Lecture)
    Learn the basics about computers, including hardware, software, files, and networks. For beginners. (90 min.)

  • Beginning Internet (Lecture)
    Learn the basics of using the Internet in this helpful beginners-only lecture. (90 min.)

  • Browser Basics (Hands-on)
    This hands-on instructional class will teach you how to use the Microsoft Internet Explorer browser program. (60 min.) Preregister.

  • E-Mail Basics (Hands-on)
    Prerequisites: Beginning Internet & Mouse Experience
    Learn how to use Yahoo (a free- web-based- e-mail progra.m.)- how to send and receive mail- and create folders and an address book. (60 min.)

  • Excel Basics (Hands-On)
    Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet program that can be used to input and sort data. Learn how to create a basic spreadsheet and make simple charts and graphs. (60 min.)
    Some computer experience is necessary. Preregister.

  • Internet Basics (Hands-On)
    This hands-on instructional class will help you to learn the basics of using the Internet. For beginners. (60 min.)

  • Internet Tips & Tricks (Lecture)
    Learn how to use different Web search tools and helpful tips and tricks for using your browser. Some computer knowledge is necessary. (2 hr.) Preregister.

  • Look It Up! (Hands-On)
    Learn how to access your library account from home, renew your materials, locate items, place books on hold, and find book reviews. Using the library databases, learn how to access newspapers, magazines, books, readers advisories and more. (60 min.) Preregister.

  • Look It Up! (Lecture)
    Learn how to access valuable information for free through the library web site. We’ll explore our exciting electronic databases and then use our new Web catalog to locate items, find book reviews, and renew your materials. For beginners. (60 min.) Preregister.

  • Mousing (Hands-On)
    Practice using a mouse in a self-paced setting. For beginners. (60 min.) Preregister.

  • PowerPoint Basics (Hands-On)
    Create a simple presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. Some computer experience recommended. (60 min.) Preregister.

  • Search Tools (Hands-On)
    Prerequisite: Beginning Internet
    Learn how to use a Web Directory, search engines, and a Meta-search engine, plus other specialized search tools. (60 min.) Preregister.

  • What Should I Read Next? (Lecture)
    Looking for something different to read? Leading a book discussion? Come and learn how the NoveList Plus database and other online sources can help you find authors similar to your favorites and books that match your interests. (90 min.) Preregister.

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