Two-hour in-person technical workshops with author and technical instructor Lance Whitney are available through Ridgefield Continuing Education.
Artificial Intelligence – AI for everyone
Technology journalist Lance Whitney will show you the top AI sites – ChatGPT, Bing AI and Google Bard – and describe how to use them. He will also give an overview of AI, explain what it means, and show you how AI can benefit you at work and at home. Instructor Lance Whitney is a technology journalist and author of the book “Teach Yourself Visually LinkedIn.” He also wrote a book on Windows 8. He currently writes for TechRepublic, ZDNet, PCMag and other technology sites. Previously, he was a system administrator at Ciba Specialty Chemicals. He taught various continuing education courses at Ridgefield Continuing Education for several years.
2 hours $40 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $36)
Thursday 01/25 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Annex (call if you prefer Zoom).
2 hours $40 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $36)
Wednesday 02/28 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Annex (call if you prefer Zoom).
2 hours $40 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $36)
Friday 4/5 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Annex (call if you prefer Zoom).
Cybersecurity: how to protect yourself on the Internet
Yes, the Internet can be a perilous place. When we shop, bank, search and share online, our personal and financial information is at greater risk of being exposed. But you can take special precautions to protect yourself. Learn how to better protect your identity, personal information, computer and mobile devices when you access the Internet.
2 hours $40 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $36)
Thursday 03/14 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Annex (call if you prefer Zoom).
Windows Basics and Your Laptop or PC
Prerequisites: Basic computer knowledge. Have your laptop or desktop computer at hand and ease your transition to Windows 10 or 11. Learn how to customize your Start menu and desktop, how to use the Windows Edge browser, how to customize Windows with its range of settings, how to speak to Windows. using the Cortana voice assistant and how to purchase apps from the Windows Store.
2 hours $40 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $35)
Thu. 3/7 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.; Annex (call if you prefer Zoom).
2 hours $40 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $36)
Friday 05/17 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Annex (call if you prefer Zoom).
Instructor Lance Whitney is a technology journalist and author of the book Teach yourself visually LinkedIn. He also wrote a book on Windows 8. He currently writes for TechRepublic, ZDNet, PCMag and other technology sites. Previously, he was a system administrator at Ciba Specialty Chemicals. He taught various continuing education courses at Ridgefield Continuing Education for several years.
The cost is $40 per class. Ridgefield seniors ages 62 and older pay $34. Advanced registration required. iPhone, Social Networks, Windows 10, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and eBay are also available.
Register – call (203) 431-2812 or email ridgefieldce@gmail.com
Website https://ridgefieldschools.org
