Computer & Internet Classes Begin in September

The Library will resume its very popular Computer and Internet classes after a brief summer hiatus. Classes range from basic mouse skills to advanced searching, blogging and email. We will offer two new classes this fall: Dive into the Web ~ Morningstar stocks & Mutual Funds, an in-depth look at how you can use this powerful database to find information about specific stocks or mutual funds, create your own portfolio or choose investments; and Dive into the Web ~ D&B Million Dollar Business Directory: Total U.S., where you will learn how to locate a company, create lists of companies by location, size or type or sort to find human resources or other personnel.

Click here to view the September/October schedule of classes. To reserve a seat please call the Information Department at 203-594-5003 or click here to register online. All classes take place in the Library's Tech Center, begin at 9:30 am, and are free and open to the public.

And Please Lets Hear From You
Have you taken a class with us? If yes, let us know what you thought or how we might have improved the experience. And we would really like to know what classes you would like to see at the Library (e.g. How to Choose a New Computer, Digital Photography, Designing a Website, etc).

The Library's Wireless Network

General Information

• The Library offers wireless access through out the building
• The wireless network is free and open to all visitors
• The network uses the WI-FI standard known as 802.11G at speeds up to 54/mbps (speeds may vary depending on location and number of users connected to the network
• Users must abide by the Library's Policy for Internet & Computer Use
• Printers are not available on the wireless network at this time

Security

• Since the Library's wireless network is not secured, users are advised to use caution when transmitting sensitive information as the potential exists for data to be captured, altered or monitored
• It is the sole responsibility of the user to provide up-to-date antivirus protection and other appropriate security settings to control access from other wireless devices within the Library and on the Internet itself
• Wireless access in the Children's room is filtered

Welcome to the Library's Technology Blog

Technology abounds at the New Canaan Library. Our Tech Center with 17 PC workstations offers high-speed fiberoptic access to the Internet as well as laser and color printing, scanning, and a full array of software applications including Microsoft Office and Publisher. But did you know that we also have a wireless network, that we loan a laptop computer, wireless adapters, MP3 players and jump drives? Well we do.

We hope you will use this blog as a way to stay current and informed about all the new technology the Library offers. So visit us often and by all means lets us know your thoughts and suggestions.