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Computers and Technology
November 2025
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Classes and Programs in Computers and Technology
Upcoming Classes and Programs
  • A Guide to Buying Computers and Consumer Electronics (via Zoom)
  • SeniorNet: Chromebook Workshop (in person, at Northport)
  • WordPress Series - learn how to create your own website with WordPress (in person, at Northport): 
        - Introduction to WordPress 
        - Intermediate WordPress 
  • How to Manage Personal Finances Using Microsoft Excel (via Zoom)
 
Digital Literacy Services
The Library offers a range of digital services and staff who can assist you with technology questions. Visit our Digital Literacy Services page for details.  
 
 
 
Gale Courses 
Take six-week online classes taught by expert instructors. (Open only to NENPL cardholders.) 
 
 
  
   
 Need a quick overview on attending online meetings?
Watch these brief tutorial videos from Zoom.
 
What's New?
What's New in our "Computers and Internet" collection?
Visit our Wowbrary! web page to find out!
 
 Sign up for our weekly "What's New" email (use zip code 11768). 
 
Computers and Technology: Education and Entertainment
Reserve books online with your Library card and password, or contact the Reference Desk for assistance.

Microsoft Excel in easy steps by Mike McGrath
Microsoft Excel in Easy Steps
by Mike McGrath

Learn about the essential functions of Microsoft Excel. 
 
WordPress all-in-one by Lisa Sabin-Wilson
WordPress All-in-One
by Lisa Sabin-Wilson

Fully updated with the latest releases, this 8-books-in-1 guide covers every aspect of building a blog or website using WordPress.
 
Also see the book WordPress in Easy Steps, by Darryl Bartlett.
  
Understanding Google Docs: 2025 Edition
by Kevin Wilson
 
This book offers easy-to-follow instructions, photos, illustrations, and helpful tips for using the Google Docs application.
 
Especially for Children, Teens, and Parents
65 Short Mysteries You Solve with Math!
by Eric Yoder and Natalie Yoder
 
Help kids tap into their critical thinking skills.
 
This book challenges kids' math knowledge in everyday life situations to solve entertaining and educational one-minute-long mysteries. 
 
Playaway Launchpads for Children
 
Playaway Launchpads for children are pre-loaded learning tablets that help young readers master early literacy skills with interactive games, challenges, and storybooks. Borrow one from the Library today.
 
Browse Our Video Game Collection
 
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.   
Books for Computer and Information Technology Professionals

Microsoft 365 Word for professionals by Dan Gookin
Microsoft 365 Word for Professionals
by Dan Gookin
 
Learn about the basic and advanced features available in the Microsoft 365 online version of Word, including collaboration and the artificial intelligence tool Copilot. 
 
Downloads
Want to try a downloadable ebook or audiobook? Explore our Computer Technology category on Livebrary.     
 
 
Computer and Technology Magazines
Did you know that you can borrow magazines from the Library?
 
Print Magazines
Recent issues of many print magazines are on the shelf, and you can borrow them and take them home (except for the current issue), just like a book or movie. The Library carries technology magazines including Wired, MaximumPC, Nuts and Volts, and others.
 
Online Magazines from Flipster
The Library offers access to magazines in digital format via the Flipster magazine database.    
 
You can read technology magazines online including AppleMagazine, beanz, Brainspace, Consumer Reports Buying Guide, Discover, Digital Camera (Spanish Edition), Digital Photo, iPhone Life, Macworld, PC Gamer, PCWorld, Popular Mechanics, Popular Science, ScienceNews, TechLife News, and Wired. Sign on to Flipster with your library card and password.
 
Online Training and Technology Resources 
Visit these library resources and external websites for more computer and technology 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
Online video tutorials and training courses for all levels. Learn technology, creative, and business skills.  
 
Digital Literacy
Explore the resources available from the Library and outside providers to help improve your technology skills.
 
SeniorNet Long Island
SeniorNet provides training on computing and technology topics to educate adults 50+. 
 
Microsoft Office Tutorials
Get brief overviews and tips on Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. These lessons from the GCF LearnFree.org website offer a mix of text, video, interactive training, and quizzes to practice what you learn.
 
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