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It's perfectly normal to be intimidated or uneasy about computers at first. They are complex devices, but remember they are just another tool like your television or car. You don't need to be a mechanic to drive a car. With continued use, you will find computers are not very mysterious or scary. You can master them with practice.

Let us look over your shoulder while you get comfortable with it. You'll be amazed how quickly you can become confident in your skills.

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Discover how to personalize Windows and set up your Desktop to your liking! Make your favorite photo your background - add shortcuts to programs and internet sites you use often - even add today's news or weather! Understanding Minimizing, Maximizing, Restore, Close. Learn how to organize your documents, save attachments, make folders and sub-folders that keep you organized. Finding files you just KNOW are on your computer … where the heck did you put them? Understand your task bar – and the options associated with it. Learn to Tweak your Startup Folder and shave minutes off of boot up time! Learn about Internet Explorer, bookmarks, plus how to save, sort and backup favorites! Learn to set up an email account using and reduce spam (unsolicited bulk emails). Create Restore Points to make sure your computer can be fixed automatically if a new download messes it up. Using peripheral devices – Thumb Drives, Digital Cameras, WebCams. Installing Printers, Scanners, etc. Protecting your windows from Viruses and Spam. Using the Character Map – Accessories – System Tools. How to backup your data using windows backup. Burning data or music CD’s.

Pricing is billed by the type of help you need. If you require help with windows, computer organization, using email or the internet, we charge $40 per hour. Billing is rounded to half hour segments - so the minimum charge for remote assistance is $20.

If you need help on more complicated graphics software ... Photoshop, CorelDraw, InDesign, DreamWeaver, fees are $60/hour. Again, minimum charge is 1/2 hour.

If you have an account set up with us, we will email you an invoice for prompt payment. Email us if you would like to set up an account.

We also accept easy payment via . Click here to set up an account. If you do not already have a PayPal account and need help with that, we'll look over your shoulder and show you how to use this nifty payment tool right away. Payments from clients without accounts are due at the end of each session. If needed, we can help you manage that transaction after we finish your training.

We look forward to helping you enjoy the computer the way you should!