Mentor Public Library will be offering seven free computer classes later in August at its Main Branch, including introductions on how to use genealogy databases and Microsoft Word. The classes ...

The Abilene Public Library will teach the basics of computer use in classes on Aug. 18, 24 and 30.

Learn computer basics such as using a mouse, identifying computer parts and how the Windows Vista operating system works. Practice time is included in the session.

Del Mar College is there to help, with a program for senior citizens to learn the basic computer skills.

This three-hour classes teaches basic operations of a computer, how to use the Internet and email. Classes are held in the Wirt Public Library computer lab. Cost is $5 due at registration.

Topics range from learning basic computer skills to desktop applications, Microsoft authorized programs to server and security processing and programming.

Nine older adults at Stoughton Adult Day Health recently completed a six-week basic computer skills course.