OPCUG PRESENTATIONS AT THE
OTTAWA PUBLIC LIBRARY
2009

by Chris Taylor

As was announced in the spring of 2008, rather than our traditional fall workshop, we are now giving presentations through the Ottawa Public Library. We hope this will continue to be a win-win situation, where we get to introduce people to the OPCUG and the library gets access to skilled presenters.

Following are upcoming presentations currently scheduled.

Fall/Winter 2010

Downloading audiobooks and e-books program
Wednesday, September 22, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, North Gloucester Branch
Yes, it’s now possible to download digital books that you can read or listen to for free! Learn how to get audiobooks and e-books using Overdrive from the Ottawa Public Library website!

How to Buy a PC
Thursday, October 14, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Sunnyside Branch
When buying a PC, you are faced with a lot of choices, laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or Intel, how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it better to buy a faster processor or more memory ... Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help sort out the choices so you can buy the computer that is right for your needs.

How to Secure a Home Wireless Network
Tuesday, October 19, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, Centrepointe Branch, room 1B
Most wireless routers do not default to the most secure configuration. Make sure you are not the "low hanging fruit" that someone will decide to attack. It is surprisingly easy to make sure your network is secure. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you just how easy it is.

Protecting Your Computer
Tuesday, November 9, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, Centrepointe Branch, room 1B
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you the simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from being hacked.

How to Buy a Digital Camera
Thursday, November 25, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Sunnyside Branch
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a bewildering array of choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC Users' Group President will help "focus" your search for the ideal digital camera.

Presentations are scheduled as they are arranged with the Ottawa Public Library. This page will be updated as things change.