Computer Help -- Classes, Tutorials, Support and More
Computer Classes
- Niles Township Computer Classes
5255 Main Str
Skokie, IL 60077
847-673-9300
Basic computer skills classes. Only available to township residents.
- Oakton Community College Continuing Education
847-982-9888
A wide range of classes from basic
computer and Internet skills to Web
design. Classes also available in Polish and Spanish.
- SeniorNet
Levy Center
2019 W Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
312-744-0784
Select "Find a Learning Center" under "Education" for other locations.
Basic computer skills classes.
- Wright College—City College of Chicago
Center for Lifelong Learning
4300 N Narraganset Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
773-481-8800
Visit www.ccc.edu for other City Colleges of Chicago locations.
Classes from computer literacy to professional certification.
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Computer Support
- Computer Hope
Do you need help troubleshooting
your PC? This site offers free online help and has extensive information on computers.
- Tech Pro Live -- CompUSA
Members have several options to get computer help: live chat, email, web links, tutorials, or call the toll-free number.
- Geek Squad
"Geek Squad 24 Hour Computer Support Task Force® is comprised of an elite tactical unit of highly trained Agents that focus solely on computer and network support."
- L&A Computer Service
In business since 1996, L&A offers on-site repair service for business and home users in the Chicago area, Lincolnwood, Skokie and vicinity.
- Nets to You
Chicagoland on-site computer support for business, home, and anyone who has a problem using their computer.
- Plum Choice
Support offered online, on-site or PC Lab.
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Computer Terms, Downloads, etc.
- CNET
Read product reviews, compare prices, learn tips and tricks, and more. A wide variety of electronics are covered, from cell phones, to laptops, to MP3 players.
- Techterms.com
Computer and technology terms defined and explained..
- History of the Internet
Informative site for background information on the Internet. Includes Internet glossary.
- Online Shopping -- Buying Smart
Tips from the U.S. Consumer Gateway site on online shopping do´s and dont´s.
- Softpedia
The encyclopedia of free software downloads. Includes Windows and Macintosh software.
- Tucows Downloads
Download software from this site, just make sure to check what is freeware and what isn´t.
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Tutorials
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Bare Bones 101: A Very Basic
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Computer & Internet Tutorials
A gateway to tutorials which includes everything from basic computer skills and Internet searching to using Microsoft softwares, such as Access, Excel and Word.
- Generations Online
Learn how to surf the net, send and receive email, look up information and more.
- Internet Tutorials
Basic tutorials on a variety of Internet topics compiled by a librarian at the University of Albany.
- The Living Internet
The Internet, the Web, e-mail, newsgroups, mailing lists, chat relay are each examined in regards to background, how it works and how to use it.
- Mousercise
Practice your mouse skills at this user- friendly site from Central Kansas Library
System.
- Mousing Around
This mouse excercise is provided by Palm Beach County Library System.
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