Computer Training at home: You learn best on your own computer.

Your computer is uniquely configured and generic help Books can't always address your particular needs.

Mckennascomputers can offer one to one training at home

Introduction to Computers

You have a mouse loose in your house, it is part of your computer, and it frightens you!

Mckennscomputers can give you a basic understanding of the computer and its parts

Most questions asked?

§ § What is a computer?

§ § The monitor, keyboard and mouse

§ § Starting the computer

§ § Starting applications

§ § An filing cabinet without draws..

§ § The desktop

§ § Icons

§ § Clicking and double clicking

§ § Shutting the computer off... properly

§ § What fun things to do with my computer

The Internet & Email

Internet Connection The Internet Explore the Internet Internet Explorer and Outlook Express

McKennascomputers will give you a basic understanding of the Internet and experience working with email.

During the training you will be shown browsing and searching for information on the Internet, and email applications

and those who are new to using a computer yet some basic knowledge of working with the Windows

§What is the Internet?

§Why is it important?

§Connecting to the Internet

§Choosing an Internet service provider (a key decisions for the households)

§Speed of access

§Accessing web pages

§Overview of Internet explorer

§Search Engines

§Favourites and history tools

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§ § What is email?

§ § Sending email

§ § What are attachments?

§ § The To, CC and BCC fields

§ § Receiving, forwarding, replying

§ § Managing email -Safe email: virus protection

Computer and Internet Security

Viruses, spy ware, malware, spam, firewalls and computer backups are all issues that you have to concern yourself when on the internet.

It can be very expensive to ignore these issues.

§ § Internet connections

§ § Computer viruses

§ § Computer spy ware

§ § Computer malware

§ § Email spam

§ § Hardware firewalls

§ § Software firewalls

§ § Computer backups

§ § Network security -Protecting a wireless Internet connection

Digital Cameras and Video Editing

There are many types of digital cameras and accessories. It is not our intention to teach you

all intricacies of your specific camera and the software that comes with it. Having said that,

McKennascomputers do have enough experience to teach you the fundamentals of digital photography as it relates to your computer.

§ § Installing and using your digital camera's software

§ § Moving the pictures you’ve taken from your camera to your computer

§ § Managing your photos and the weird names your camera gives them

§ § View the photos as a slide show on your computer

§ § Backing up your images

§ § Printing your images

§ § Having your images professionally printed

§ § E-mailing photos

§ § Installing and using your video camera's software

§ § Importing your video to your computer

§ § Editing DVD’s -Burning DVD’s on your pc

And finally - eBay Auctions – Selling and Buying

Would you like to know more about getting started in this remarkable business? Would you rather do your own Auctions

but need help to get started and need "real" hands on training? McKennascomputers will work with you on your computet

or ours at your leisure to help you setup a fun and profitable EBay Auction. The fee for this service is negotiable depending

on the level of training you wish to receive

§ § How to get started using eBay

§ § Company overview/history

§ § Setting up an eBay account

§ § Setting up a account and selecting a currency

§ § Buying basics

§ § Searching and browsing

§ § Research required prior to placing bids

§ § Making a bid

§ § Watching an auction

§ § Winning an auction

§ § Selling basics

§ § Pricing selections: start buy it now, using a reserve

§ § Special enhanced features to highlight your sale

§ § Photographing your merchandise

§ § Designing eye-catching listings

§ § Editing your listing

§ § Choosing your shipping options

§ § Choosing your payment options

§ § Setting up a Pay Pal account: it's easier than your think

§ § After the auction: payment and feedback

§ § Make a profit selling on eBay

§ § Getting a reliable and trustworthy reputation on eBay

§ § Getting repeat customers

§ § Keeping track of all your auctions

§ § Selecting which auction type is right for your business

§ § Don't get scammed by eBay and Pay Pal frauds

Whatever your needs: Contact us

By telephone: 0845 408 5301
By email: Robert@Mckennascomputers.com