What you don’t know about PC security really can hurt you! According to security software maker F-Secure Corp., at any moment about 20 million of the estimated 1 billion Internet-connected PCs worldwide are infected with viruses that could give hackers full control of those systems. Learn why you’re at risk and what you can do to protect your precious personal and business data from the outside world. You’ll learn how to secure your PC from viruses, worms, spy ware, and ad ware. As well, you’ll learn about firewalls and their main function; what to do if you do get infected; and different options for updating your PC, besides the Microsoft update site. Discover how you can secure your email and how to get rid of all those junk emails by using throw away email addresses, and still get email at your real email address. Learn about email clients, encrypting your email, and how to repair Outlook. If you use a computer at home or at work, you won’t want to miss this valuable new class. Be safe online!

COMP C11B-36 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Monday • 2/1/10 • 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Instructor: R. Dirks
Fee: $15

Don’t spend your hard-earned cash on expensive PC repairs! Take a look under the hood of a personal computer and learn to identify, by appearance and function, each of your computer’s components. You’ll discover dozens of proven preventative measures to keep your computer in good working order and protect your valuable electronics and irreplaceable data from disaster. Learn what to do when disaster strikes, how to install and uninstall software applications, run basic Windows utilities (using XP, Vista and the new Windows 7 operating systems), maintain files and disk drives, understand the control panel and its functions, install and set-up new hardware (sound cards, modems, etc.), understand spy ware and ad ware, and use the Device Manager function to understand system resources.

COMP C12A-35 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Wednesdays • 2/10/10-2/17/10 • 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Instructor: R. Dirks
Fee: $39

In this next level of PC troubleshooting you’ll learn how to edit your registry, partition your hard drive for backups, and do a real backup of your machine. We’ll also cover what to do when your computer will not boot, and recovering data off of a machine that will not boot. We’ll discuss editing your PC's services and how to copy your current hard drive to a different drive, and how to install new memory. You’ll learn how to do this whether your system runs on XP, Vista, or the new Windows 7. You’ll walk away with a CD full of free tools and Internet resources to troubleshoot your machine and keep it in perfect health.

COMP C12B-35 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Wednesdays • 2/24/10-3/3/10 • 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Instructor: R. Dirks
Fee: $49

Sign up for both and get a discount.

COMP C10A-35 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Wednesdays • 2/10/10-3/3/10 • 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Instructor: R. Dirks
Fee: $69

Did you recently buy a computer, but don’t know how to actually use it? In this new class we’ll spend time getting you oriented to your computer and how it works. We’ll hit the highlights of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint plus you’ll get 3 handy reference guides that you can use when you get back home. If you want to know more about your computer than just how to email the kids and grandkids, then this is the class for you!

COMP C10A-36 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Thursdays • 2/11/10-3/18/10 • 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Instructor: K. Madsen
Fee: $79

Are you ready to really jazz up those digital images you’ve had sitting around in your camera? In this new class you’ll learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements, Adobe's mid-range photo editing software. Photoshop Elements is built around the Photoshop feature-set and interface, without the high end features, steep learning curve, or expensive price tag. Designed for those with no image-editing experience, this class will take you through all the steps to make you a confident user of Photoshop Elements. You’ll be able to: understand the organizer, how to create catalogs and tags, know about the basic tools and how to do basic touch-ups. Then you’ll focus on color correction, colorizing black and white photos, and adding special color effects. Finally, you’ll learn how to combine images and work with layers and text. Your class fee includes a textbook. NOTE: Please bring a flash drive to save your work.

COMP C14B-35 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Mondays • 2/15/10-3/22/10 • 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Instructor: J. Sajtar
Fee: $99 (includes textbook)

Have you seen those shops where they’ll take your stuff and sell it for you on eBay…for a price that is. After this workshop you’ll know what you need to do it yourself, and keep all the money you make in your own pocket! In this new workshop you’ll join a skilled eBay hobbyist and eBay University trained education specialist, as you learn how to successfully price and present your items online. You’ll also find out how to collect payment, both electronically and in paper form. We’ll discuss picture taking and uploading, as well as shipping methods. You’ll leave with a handy reference guide that explains everything you learn in class, plus much more. Get rid of the stuff you no longer need or want; heck, maybe you’ll even start a side business and make some extra cash for you and your family!

Session 1:
COMP C15A-35 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Monday • 3/8/10 • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm

Session 2:
COMP C15A-36 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Thursday • 4/22/10 • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm

Instructor: M. Lambert
Fee: $39

Have you been curious about whether or not your precious heirlooms or collectibles are worth anything? Would you like to learn how to research Grandma's doll or Great Grandpa's fishing reel? Did you find a unique treasure at a garage sale? What about that brand new designer shirt you can't wear? In this class you will find out how strong the demand is and how much similar items are selling for on eBay, plus we’ll discuss what the best strategy is for you to use. Please bring an item to class that you’d like to research and we’ll talk about selling strategies and what’s hot in the world of online auctions!

COMP C15A-37 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Wednesday • 3/24/10 • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm
Instructor: M. Lambert
Fee: $29

We’re all feeling the pinch of the economy; how cool would it be to get two CDs loaded with over 100 free software programs? And, if Vista drives you crazy with all of its security features, you’ll really appreciate the free Linux operating system that will be on the second CD. You’ll get desktop applications, games, educational tools, graphics, and much more, and we’ll show you how to access it, load it, and enjoy it!

COMP C11B-35 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Monday • 3/29/10 • 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Instructor: R. Dirks
Fee: $15

How would you like to create a slide presentation for a graduation, wedding or some other special occasion? Learn how to use Microsoft Photo Story for Windows and you will be able to create such a presentation. Find out how to import your favorite photos, add a title to your pictures or add your favorite music. Once they are created, you will be able to share your stories by sending them in an email to your family and friends or display them at your next special event! Please bring a few photos on a CD, your favorite song on a CD and a flash drive to save your work.

COMP C14A-35 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Wednesday • 4/14/10 • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm
Instructor: T. Rose
Fee: $25

Don’t spend your hard-earned cash on expensive PC repairs! Take a look under the hood of a personal computer and learn to identify, by appearance and function, each of your computer’s components. You’ll discover dozens of proven preventative measures to keep your computer in good working order and protect your valuable electronics and irreplaceable data from disaster. Learn what to do when disaster strikes, how to install and uninstall software applications, run basic Windows utilities (using XP, Vista and the new Windows 7 operating systems), maintain files and disk drives, understand the control panel and its functions, install and set-up new hardware (sound cards, modems, etc.), understand spy ware and ad ware, and use the Device Manager function to understand system resources.

COMP C12A-36 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Thursdays • 4/15/10-4/22/10 • 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Instructor: R. Dirks
Fee: $39

Create and post your very own Web site on the Internet in this extensive, hands-on, six week workshop. First, you'll learn about the capabilities of the World Wide Web and the fundamentals of web design. Then, with your instructor's patient guidance, you'll plan the content, structure and layout of your Web site, create pages full of neatly formatted text, build links between the pages and to the outside world, and add color, backgrounds, graphics, tables, hot buttons, and animation. You'll also learn critical and timely information on securing the best possible location in search engine listings, and powerful no-cost or low-cost web marketing strategies.

Visit www.ed2go.com/kellogg to register.

Are you using HTML to its fullest potential? In this practical, project-oriented course, you'll discover how you can use tables to create fresh, innovative, and unconventional arrangements of text, colors and graphics. You'll become skilled at incorporating audio into your site, and you'll find out how frames can improve site navigation and turn otherwise drab pages into stunning works of art. Find out how to make your site more interactive through the use of forms, and learn how formatting your pages with Cascading Style Sheets can literally save you hours of time and effort.

Visit www.ed2go.com/kellogg to register.

Learn how to achieve top search engine positioning in this highly-interactive, six-week course. Discover how search engines work and how important events have shaped the entire Search Engine Optimization (SEO) industry. Learn which search engines are used the most frequently, and which ones you must absolutely get your site listed in. Master important HTML tags and understand how to use them effectively and ethically. Explore exciting and free online tools that can help you choose the most popular keywords related to the topic of your Web site. Domain, folder, and file naming conventions are discussed along with content layout and its effect on search engine positions. The entire SEO cycle is covered in detail, from primary keyword selection through the post-submission analysis. By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and the know-how to achieve top search engine positions!

Visit www.ed2go.com/kellogg to register.