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Nonfiction - 3rd Floor  

Peter Norton's Introduction to Computers - 004 Nor

 

Computers Simplified - 004.16 McF

                                               

The Complete Guide to Understanding and Using the Internet - 004.6 Bir

                                   
The Internet for Dummies Quick Reference
- 004.6 Lev
                                   

Internet and Email for Seniors: With Windows XP - 004.6 Stu                                            

Windows XP for Seniors
- 005.446 Stu                                                                                  
 

Degunking Windows - 005.4469 Bal                                                                                      

Faster Smarter Microsoft Windows XP - 005.4469 Bot                                                       

 

How to Use Microsoft Windows XP - 005.4469 Gle                                                             

Easy Microsoft Windows XP - Home Edition - 005.4469 OHa                                                        

 

Windows Vista for Dummies - 005.4469 Rat 

Windows XP for Dummies - 005.4469 Rat     

 

Introducing Microsoft Windows Vista - 005.4469 Sta


Videos - 3rd Floor

Intermediate Computers for Seniors and Kids of All Ages - Video 004.16 Int        


Beginner’s video guide to home computers - Video 004.16 Beg      

Computer & Internet: Step by Step: for Beginners  - DVD 004.16 Com                 


  

 

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Dewey Decimal browsing numbers: 616.722
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AARP’s Learning and Technology Guides: Informative articles offer help with computer-related issues such as recovering lost work, learning the Windows Desktop, and using music software programs like iTunes.             
    

About.com’s Internet for Beginners I: About.com’s thorough, multilinked site includes Internet 101, Search Engines, Netiquette, Meeting People Online, and info about Viruses, Email, and much more.                
    
How to Buy a PC in 2008:
Tips and suggestions for the successful purchase of a home computer.              

     
Computer Software & Internet Tutorials: Detailed tutorials on using various Windows programs and the Internet.  
          
Help With PCs:
Includes free online Course, Dictionary, Tips & Tricks, a question and answer forum; and many more.   

    
A Plain English Internet Glossary: Simple definitions for technological terms.  See also Help With PCs Dictionary.

Wired Guide:
What’s a Blog, How Do I Cut and Paste, How Do I Open My Email Attachment, and more.                        

 

 


  **The Library also offers a collection of computer-related sites on its website.  Go to (
www.wppl.org), then to Reference Resources, then Good Websites, then click on Computers & Technology.** 

  

 
 

 

 


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