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Computers and Technology
October 2021
Welcome
Welcome to the latest edition of our Computers and Technology email newsletter.

Please let us know if you have any questions, or suggestions for future editions.
 
Computer and Technology Classes
Don’t miss out - sign up for these upcoming computer and technology classes online, or contact the Reference Desk for assistance.
 
Upcoming Classes - registration is now open:
  • LinkedIn: Beyond the Basics – Monday, October 18 (in-person)
  • All About Smart Home Devices – Thursday, October 21
  • Cool Apps for the iPad & iPhone – Thursday, October 28
  • SeniorNet: How to Buy a New TV – Tuesday, November 2
  • Create Holiday Cards Using Canva – Thursday, November 4
  • Download Ebooks and Audiobooks from the Library – Tuesday, November 9
Need a quick overview on attending online meetings? Watch these brief videos on Zoom and GoToMeeting.
 
Computer Education Books and Ebooks

Cord Cutting for Dummies
By Paul McFedries
 
Do you have 500+ television channels to choose from, but you only watch 10 or 12 of them? Maybe it's time to consider cutting the cable cord. Cord cutting enables you to buy only the programming that fits your interests. This book outlines the key factors to consider in your decision.
 
Alexa for Dummies
By Paul McFedries

Alexa is the voice-controlled Amazon service that transforms your home into a smart home. This guide will help you figure out which Echo device is right for you, and learn how to personalize and customize Alexa to meet your needs.
 
Reserve these books online with your Library card and password, or contact the Reference Desk for assistance.
 
Entertainment
New Videogames in Our Collection
 
Now available: Aliens: Fireteam Elite, F1 2021, Madden NFL 22, Marvel Avengers, and more.
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Ultimate History of Video Games, Volume 2: Nintendo, Sony, Microsoft, and the Billion-Dollar Battle to Shape Modern Gaming
By Steve L. Kent

Making a blockbuster video game once cost millions of dollars; now it can cost hundreds of millions. But with a $160 billion global market, the biggest players are willing to bet the bank on a new game. This book explores the origins of modern consoles since the late 1990s, and the franchises like Grand Theft Auto, Halo, Call of Duty, and Guitar Hero that would define gaming in the new millennium.
  • Also – see Volume 1: The Ultimate History of Video Games: From Pong to Pokemon and Beyond.
Downloads
Want to try a downloadable ebook or audiobook? Explore our Computer Technology catalog on Livebrary.    
 
 
Books for Computer and Information Technology Professionals
PHP in Easy Steps
By Mike McGrath

Learn about every aspect of the programming language you’ll need to produce professional results on the web. Examples demonstrating PHP language basics include syntax-highlighted code.
 
Podcasting for Dummies
By Tee Morris and Chuck Tomasi

This updated edition offers a fast way to learn about producing and distributing your own podcast. Get insight on the technology behind recording, editing, and sharing podcasts, along with tips on how to market your podcast and find your audience.
 
Especially for Children and Teens
Code Breaker, Spy Hunter: How Elizebeth Friedman Changed the Course of Two World Wars
By Laurie Wallmark

In this picture book biography, young readers will learn all about Elizebeth Friedman (1892-1980), a brilliant American code breaker who smashed Nazi spy rings, took down gangsters, and created the CIA's first cryptology unit.
Getting Started With Raspberry Pi
By Shawn Wallace, Matt Richardson, and Wolfram Donat

This book takes you on a journey through the many possibilities of programming with the Raspberry Pi computer to create internet-connected and multimedia projects.

New Children’s Video Games in Our Collection
 
Now available: Family Feud, Just Dance 2021, New Super Mario U Deluxe, and more.
 
 
 
 
Did you know….
 
The Library has a collection of PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo DS, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X video games that you can borrow, take home, and play.
 
Explore our collection of video games, and borrow one today!
 
 
Corporate and the IT Business
Digital Business Transformation: How Established Companies Sustain Competitive Advantage from Now to Next
By Nigel Vaz

Vaz, the CEO of Publicis Sapient, a digital business transformation company, explains how to combine strategy, experience, engineering, data, and agile to produce stronger digital business outcomes.
 
Amazon Unbound: Jeff Bezos and the Invention of a Global Empire
By Brad Stone
 
An unvarnished picture of Amazon's unprecedented growth and its billionaire founder, Jeff Bezos.
Computing Tips and Tricks
Hidden Tricks Inside Windows 10
 
Even if you don't consider yourself an advanced “power user,” these Windows 10 tips will help you get more out of your computing experience. Some of these tricks originated from an older generation of Windows, while others are new to this iteration.
 
Read about these Windows 10 tricks from PC Magazine.
 

Share your favorite computing tips and tricks with us,
and we will publish the best submissions in a future edition!
 

Computer and Technology Magazines
 
Did you know that you can borrow magazines from the Library? The recent issues are on the shelf, and you can borrow them and take them home, just like a book or movie.
 
The library carries technology magazines including Wired, Popular Science, MaximumPC, Nuts and Volts, and others. Read them in the library, or borrow one to read at home!
 
Online Magazines from Flipster
The Library also offers access to numerous technology-related magazines in digital format via the Flipster magazine database.
 
You can access magazines including AppleMagazine, PC World, MacWorld, iPhone Life, 3D World, TechLife News, Wired, Popular Mechanics, Popular Science, Discover, Digital Photo, Digital Camera (Spanish Edition), Official XBOX, and PC Gamer. Sign on to Flipster with your with your library card and password.
 

Online Training
Gale Courses
Six-week long online courses taught by instructors who are experts in their field. Topics include computer applications, web design, and various technology subjects.
 
LinkedIn Learning (formerly lynda.com)
Online video tutorials and training courses for all levels. Learn technology, creative, and business skills.
 
GCF LearnFree.org
Computer and Internet Training – Basic to Advanced
Technology and computing training from GCF LearnFree.org cover email basics including Gmail, Internet basics, browser skills (including Chrome, Firefox and Edge), Windows 10, online safety, MAC OS basics, and even the Linux operating system.
 
Microsoft Office Tutorials
Get brief overviews and tips on Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. These lessons from GCF LearnFree.org offer a mix of text, video, interactive training, and quizzes to practice what you learn.
 
Smartphones & Tablets
Tutorial topics include iPad, iPhone, Android, Chromebook, and general mobile device tips from GCF LearnFree.org.
 
Using the Cloud
Watch tutorials from GCF LearnFree.org to learn about Google Docs, Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive and Office Online, Dropbox, and Prezi.
 
  
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