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When: , 10:00am - 12:00pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 2 Presenter Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration. Cost: $10 - payable on the day |
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Backing Up Your System and Data Files (2 sessions)
When: Thursday 27 June and 4 July, 12:30-2:30 Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 11 Presenter: Allan Chee and George Barna Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration. If registration limit is exceeded your will be put on a wait list and advised when the next class will be scheduled. Cost for the two sessions is $20 - payable on the first day, correct change appreciated. |
Click for details (Backing Up Your system and data files)
In this hands-on course you perform a complete Backup of a computer system and Data. You will use the Windows 10 built-tool File History and the free version of Macrium Reflect. The course will be over 2 sessions, each of 2 hours. Session 1 will consist of the creation of an emergency boot-up recovery media (USB/DVD), then the complete backup up of the PC hard drive onto an external USB hard-drive. While the backup is being created, we will discuss Disk Imaging v Cloning, and other types of backups that one can perform. Session 2 is the Restoring of the backup ie Imagine that the dreaded disaster has happened to the PC’s hard drive, and you need to perform a Restore process to recover the Windows system, programs and all your personal data that was on the failed hard disk. While the backup is being restored we will continue our discussion of Backup plans and retention. What you will learn Session 1 1. Rescue media and Windows PE 2. Introduction to Macrium Reflect7 3. Installing Macrium Reflect 4. Types of Backups 5. Disk imaging 6. Differential and incremental images 7. File and folder backups Session 2 1. Restoring files and folders 2. Restoring images 3. Using Windows 10 File Explorer 4. Reviewing your backup history 5. Disk cloning 6. Backup Plans |
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Google Mail (GMail) Course (1 or 2 sessions)
When: Friday 15 and 22 February, 10:00am –12:00pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1 Rooms 11 and 12 Tutor: Ngaire Jackson Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration. Cost: $10 per 2 hour lesson, payable at the door |
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The purpose of the course is to explore personal settings for a Gmail account and learn how to use the heaps of free web-based are to programmes that come with it. The course can cover 2 days depending on demand. Learning objectives:
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Google Mail (GMail) Getting Started and Basics
When: Friday 9 August, 10:00am - 12:00pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 11 Coordinator: Ngaire Jackson Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration. To ensure we have enough tutors the class size will be kept small. If the registration limit is exceeded you will be put on a wait list and advised when the next class will be scheduled. Cost: $10 - payable on the day |
Click for Details (Google Mail (GMail) Getting Started and Basics)
This course will help you set up a Google Mail (Gmail) account and get started using GMail as your email program. Course Outline:
Additional SeniorNet Help and Advice:
Other Recommended Reading: https://support.google.com/mail/ https://www.gcflearnfree.org/ |
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Google Mail (GMail) Using the Google Apps
When: Friday 16 August, 10:00am - 12:00pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 11 Coordinator: Ngaire Jackson Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration. To ensure we have enough tutors the class size will be kept small. If the registration limit is exceeded you will be put on a wait list and advised when the next class will be scheduled. Cost: $10 - payable on the day |
Click for Details (Google Mail (GMail) Using the Google Apps)
This course follows on from our Google Mail Basics course and will introduce the free web-based programmes that come with Gmail. Course Outline:
Additional SeniorNet Help and Advice:
Other Recommended Reading: https://support.google.com/mail/ https://www.gcflearnfree.org |
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How to make photo Albums using Snapfish NZ on-
line When: Wednesday 1 May, 12:30pm - 2:30pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1 Rooms 2 Presenter: Dorothy Jones Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration. Cost: $10 payable at the first session |
Click for details (How to make photo Albums using Snapfish on-line)
What to do with all of those family photos, or holiday snaps, here is a solution. Using Snapfish NZ on-line, this 2-session course will show you the basics of what you need to know to create your own photo album on-line. It will show you the following:
Snapfish NZ do have helpful tutorials available on line and you will be given the details of these. To get more from the course, it would be useful if you could bring some of your own photos on a USB stick. |
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How to Sign a PDF Form Electronically
When: Tuesday 2 July, 10:00am - 12:00pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 11 Presenter: Allan Chee Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration. If registration limit is exceeded a wait list will be created and you will be advised when the next class will be scheduled. Cost: $10 - payable at the door, correct change appreciated. |
Click for Details (Sign A PDF Electronically)
Imagine you have been emailed a document, and you have to sign and send it back. You have probably printed it, signed it, then scanned it to send it back. But there's a better, faster way and this workshop will show you how. The demonstration and practice will be on Windows 10 computers, iPad/iPhone and Android tablets, but the technique can be used on any platform e.g. Linux. Feel free to bring your own laptop, tablet or smartphone. The workshop will explain the difference between electronic and digital signatures and will tell you what you need to do for the various platforms. |
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Hands-on iPad - Part 1 (2 Sessions)
When: Thursday 7 and 14 March, 12:30pm – 2:00pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 11 Facilitator: Allan Chee Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration. Cost: $20 for both sessions, payable at the first session. If the registration limit is exceeded, a wait list will be created and you will be emailed the date of the next course. |
Click for details (Hands-on iPad Part 1)
Description This practical hands-on to iPad Part 1 is conducted over 2 sessions and is aimed at the beginners and people new to the iPad. It will teach you how to set up and get to know the iPad and the iOS that drives it. Parts 2 and 3 continue the series and will be presented at a later time. Session 1
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Hands-on iPad Part 2 (2 Sessions)
When: Thursday 21 and 28 March, 12:30pm – 2:30pm Where: Anvil House Level 1, Room 11 Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration. Cost: $20 for both sessions, payable at the first session. If the registration limit is exceeded, a wait list will be created and you will be emailed the date of the next course. |
Click for details (Hands-on IPAD Part 2)
This hands-on course intends to enable students to develop a good working knowledge of a specific operating system and common utilities and applications – the Apple iOS and iPad and continues from the topics introduced in iPad Part 1. What you will learn - More on iCloud, iTunes, and App Store, Productivity Apps, Redeeming Gift cards, More Settings, Control Center as short cut to common settings, Customising iPad, Storage management, Typing and Editing text, Restart or Reset iPad. Session 1
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Hands-on iPad Part 3 (2 Sessions)
When: Thursday 4 and 11 April, 12:30pm – 2:30pm Where: Anvil House Level 1, Room 11 Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration. Cost: $20 for both sessions, payable at the first session. If the registration limit is exceeded, a wait list will be created and you will be emailed the date of the next course. |
Click for details (Hands on IPAD Part 3)
This is the continuation of the practical hands-on course of getting to know the iPad and the iOS that drives it, and continues on from Parts 1 and 2. Please note that Parts 1 & 2 are not a prerequisite for attending either of the Part 3 classes as long as you can “see” that the topics are ones that can expand your knowledge on the use of your iPad/iPhone . Session 1
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iPad Hands on Part 2 Short Course (2 sessions)
When: Friday 10 and 17 May, 10:00am – 12:00pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 11 Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration. Cost: $20, payable at the first session. Registrations limited to 7 so be quick to be in! |
Click for details (iPad Hands on Short Course)
This practical hands-on, two session course is aimed at the beginners and people new to the iPad. It is a follow-up to our iPad Part 1 course and will extend your knowledge and make you more confident using your iPad. Part 2 will cover:
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iPad Hands on Part 3 - Using your Apps (2 sessions)
When: Friday 21 and 28 April, 10:00am – 12:00pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 11 Tutor: Allan Chee Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration. Registrations limited to 7 so be quick to be in! Cost: $20, payable at the first session. |
Click for details (iPad Part 3 - Using your Apps)
Allan Chee will conduct the continuation of the practical hands-on course of getting to know the iPad and the iOS that drives it, and continues on from Parts 1 and 2. Please note that Parts 1 and 2 are not a prerequisite for attending this Part 3 class as long as you can “see” that the topics are ones that can expand your knowledge on the use of your iPad/iPhone . What you will learn
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Saving and Storing your Digital Photos Course
When: Wednesday 5 April, 10:00am - 12:00pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 2 Presenter: Patrick Stutz Register: Registration required. Please click Seniornet Registration Cost: $10 - payable on the day |
Click for details (Saving and Storing your Digital Photos)
This is a practical lesson on saving and storing your digital photos or other digital files. This will involve a short explanation on cloud storage and how it works, and a quick explanation on other storage mediums such as hard-drives/USB sticks. We will then go through the steps on how to actually setup a cloud account, remove your photos or file from your device and actually store them on the cloud or on other mediums such as external hard-drives or USB sticks. |
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Wellington Central Library Tour
When: Tuesday 9 May, 10:30am – 12noon Where: Wellington Central Library Organiser: Colin Archer Register: Please register with Colin Archer ColinArcher@xtra.co.nz or phone 478 6559. Register early as the tour is limited to 10 places. Cost: The tour is free for Seniornet members Advice of detailed arrangements will be sent to registrants prior to the tour. |
Click for details (Wellington Central Library Tour)
An opportunity for Seniornet members to take a guided tour of the Central Library to learn of the diversity of resources and information. Surprise yourself! Understand what’s available on each floor. The tour will include:-
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Safe Driving Refresher Course
When: Friday 15 June, 9:45am - 12:15pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 2 Register: Register with Ann Dalzeil at Age Concern - email communitysup@acwellington.org.nz or phone 499 6646. Numbers are limited to 15. Cost: $10, but participants will receive a voucher for a half-price driving lesson |
Click for details (Safe Driving Refresher Course)
Due to demand, Age Concern Wellington is running additional refresher workshop for senior drivers. This workshop uses material prepared by NZ Transport Agency, including a DVD of local driving situations, which covers Give Way rules as well as some useful guidelines on driving safely. Numbers are restricted to 15 to give participants the opportunity to raise queries, and to take part in discussion. Participants are also given a very useful booklet which covers much of the workshop material and includes information on licence renewal. Tea, real!! coffee and a scone will be available. |
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Advance Care Planning
When: Friday 8 June, 11:00am-12:00pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 2 Presenter: Helen Rigby, Advance Care Planning Facilitator Register: Register with Ann Dalzeil at Age Concern - email communitysup@acwellington.org.nz or phone 499 6646. Cost: No charge, but participants must register for catering purposes |
Click for details (Advance Care Planning)
Come along to hear more about this important topic while enjoying real coffee and scones. Planning for our future health and/or ill-health and what we might want towards the end of our lives can be difficult, so many of us just never have those conversations. This can leave families to struggle with the grief and self-doubt of ‘did we do the right thing?’ No matter what your age or state of health it’s never too early to start talking about what you might want if you could no longer make decisions for yourself. See: https://www.hqsc.govt.nz/our-programmes/advancecareplanning |
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TradeMe Hands-on Course
When: Wednesday 27 September, 10:00am - 12:00pm Where: Anvil House, Level 1, Room 11 Tutor: Maureen Pratchett Register: Registration required. Click Seniornet Registration Cost: $10 - payable on the day |
Click for details (Trademe Hands-on Course)
This course is a follow up to our TradeMe workshop and will give you hands-on practice using TradeMe. We will show you how to create a tradeMe logon, search TradeMe listings, make a bid on an item or list your own item on TradeMe to sell it. If you have a small item you want to sell, bring it to the class along with your camera. If you don't already have a TradeMe Logon, we will help you set it up, but to activate your account you will need to access your email from a smartphone or desktop computer so please have your email password. |
