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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?
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What is a computer?
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The monitor, keyboard and mouse
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Starting the computer
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Starting applications
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An filing cabinet
without draws..
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The desktop
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Icons
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Clicking and double clicking
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Shutting the computer off... properly
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What fun things to do with my computer
The Internet & Email
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?
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Sending email
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What are attachments?
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The To, CC and BCC fields
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Receiving, forwarding, replying
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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.
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Internet connections
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Computer viruses
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Computer spy ware
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Computer malware
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Email spam
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Hardware firewalls
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Software firewalls
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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.
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Installing and using your digital camera's software
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Moving the pictures you’ve taken from your camera
to your computer
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Managing your photos and the weird names your
camera gives them
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View the photos as a slide show on your computer
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Backing up your images
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Printing your images
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Having your images professionally printed
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E-mailing photos
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Installing and using your video camera's software
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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
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How to get started using eBay
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Company overview/history
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Setting up an eBay account
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Setting up a account and selecting a currency
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Buying basics
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Searching and browsing
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Research required prior to placing bids
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Making a bid
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Watching an auction
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Winning an auction
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Selling basics
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Pricing selections: start buy it now, using a
reserve
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Special enhanced features to highlight your sale
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Photographing your merchandise
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Designing eye-catching listings
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Editing your listing
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Choosing your shipping options
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Choosing your payment options
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Setting up a Pay Pal account: it's easier than
your think
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After the auction: payment and feedback
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Make a profit selling on eBay
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Getting a reliable and trustworthy reputation on
eBay
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Getting repeat customers
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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
Copyright 2006 Robert McKenna