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Computers and Technology
January 2024

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Computer and Technology Classes

Sign Up Now for a One-on-One Tech Help Session in January

Do you have a question about your new mobile phone, tablet, or laptop?

Or are you struggling with an ongoing problem in your email or apps?

Expert coaches from SeniorNet will be in the Library on January 10 and 24 to help you with your technology challenges.

Upcoming Classes:

Introduction to the iPad and iPhone (via Zoom)
Introduction to Android Devices (via Zoom)
Introduction to the Apple Watch (via Zoom)
Introduction to Windows 11 (via Zoom)
Cool Apps for the iPad and iPhone (via Zoom)

Gale Courses - Computers, Technology, and Other Classes - Browse hundreds of six-week online classes taught by instructors who are experts in their field. (Gale Courses are open only to Northport-East Northport Public Library cardholders.)

Need a quick overview on attending online meetings?

Watch these brief tutorial videos from Zoom.

Computers and Technology: Education and Entertainment

Reserve books online with your Library card and password, or contact the Reference Desk for assistance.

What's New in our "Computers and Internet" collection?

Visit our Wowbrary! web page to find out!

iPhone
by Guy Hart-Davis

Get the most out of of your iPhone. This book covers the newest features of iOS and includes tips on security, customization, the camera, utilities, and apps.

iPad for Seniors
by Dwight Spivey

Updated for the newest Apple releases, this guide features information on basic through advanced functions to help you get started—and do more—with your iPad.

How Do I Do That in Photoshop?
by Scott Kelby

This book is designed to get you quickly to the technique, shortcut, or setting you need in Photoshop.

It explains which button to click, which setting to use, and when to use it, so you’re never "stuck" in Photoshop.

David Busch's Canon EOS R8 Guide to Digital Photography
by David D. Busch

Using detailed how-to steps and full-color illustrations, this book covers this camera's features, from your first photos through advanced setup, exposure, lens selection, and lighting. It includes a "roadmap" chapter: a visual guide to features and controls.

Especially for Children, Teens, and Parents

Mazie's Amazing Machines
by Sheryl Haft

Engaging her imagination whenever she encounters a problem, mechanically-inclined Mazie McGear invents an array of household machines to make life easier, in this celebration of creative, out-of-the-box thinking.

The LEGO Engineer
by Jeff Friesen

From the creative mind of an expert LEGO builder, this tour of the world of engineering helps you understand the principles behind some of humanity's greatest structures.

The Game Console 2.0: A Photographic History from Atari to Xbox
by Evan Amos

This archival collection includes detailed photos of more than 100 new, retro and classic video-game consoles spanning five decades.

Browse Our Computer Game Collection

The Library has a collection of PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo DS, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X video games that you can borrow, take home, and play.

Playaway Launchpads for Children

Playaway Launchpads for children are pre-loaded learning tablets that help young readers master early literacy skills with interactive games, challenges, and storybooks. Borrow one from the Library today.

Books for Computer and Information Technology Professionals

Python Playground: Geeky Projects for the Curious Programmer
by Mahesh Venkitachalam

Updated with five new projects, this second edition guide to Python programming shows readers how to use common Python tools and libraries for making art and music, simulating real-world sounds, generating 3D visualizations, and hacking hardware.

The Age of Invisible Machines
by Robb Wilson

Conversational AI is changing the nature of every job at every company. Robb Wilson delivers a blueprint for leveraging conversational AI to enable your organization with a growing ecosystem of interconnected automation to accelerate your business.

Downloads

Want to try a downloadable ebook or audiobook? Explore our Computer Technology category on Livebrary.

Computer and Technology Magazines

Did you know that you can borrow magazines from the Library?

Print Magazines

Recent issues of many print magazines are on the shelf, and you can borrow them and take them home (except for the current issue), just like a book or movie.

The Library carries technology magazines including Wired, MaximumPC, Nuts and Volts, and others.

Online Magazines from Flipster

The Library offers access to magazines in digital format via the Flipster magazine database.

You can read technology magazines online including AppleMagazine, beanz, Consumer Reports Buying Guide, Discover, Digital Camera (Spanish Edition), Digital Photo, iPhone Life, Macworld, PC Gamer, PCWorld, Popular Mechanics, Popular Science, TechLife News, and Wired. Sign on to Flipster with your library card and password.

Online Training

Visit these library resources and external websites for more computer and technology training.

Gale Courses

Six-week long online courses taught by instructors who are experts in their field. Topics include computer applications, web design, and various technology subjects.

LinkedIn Learning

Online video tutorials and training courses for all levels. Learn technology, creative, and business skills.

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