Resources What about Anti-virus and Malware? Malware is a term used to describe a broad category of damaging software that includes viruses, worms, trojan horses, rootkits, spyware, and adware. The effects of malware range from brief annoyance to computer crashes and identity theft. Malware is easier to avoid than it is to remove. Avoiding malware involves a two-part strategy. Read more...... Computer training locally • The Gilchrist Center for Cultural Diversity offers a variety of programs and services to Montgomery County's Community covering computer fundamentals, Microsoft Windows and basic Microsoft Word. • Senior Planet has free in-person classes for adults over 60 on topics such as Google Workspace, Youtube and online health resources. • DC Public Library has classes in general computer use and special classes on using Fusion and other assistive technology. Computer classes (and more) online: • https://www.learnfree.org/ is a web site that offers a range of self directed classes on topics ranging from technology, such as Computer Basics, Basic Computer Skills, Mouse Tutorial, Typing Tutorial, Email Basics, Internet Basics and Windows . • Here is a website with a basic tutorial on Windows 11 https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/techtips/windows-11-tutorial/ • Digital Unite has a wide range of tutorials starting with very basic guides on how to use a keyboard and covering topics such as How to take a screenshot and How to install updates on your computer. • Free Office 365 for Students is available for students through their schools or online with a student email. • Excel-Easy is a free and thorough tutorial on using Microsoft Excel. Internet service providers: • Internet Essentials by Xfinity o Internet Essentials from Xfinity offers low-cost Internet service, computer equipment and free digital literacy training to families that qualify by having SNAP, Medicaid, SSI and other low income programs. See the full list here. o Internet Essentials Includes: ▪ Fast home Internet for just $14.95 a month + tax ▪ No activation fees and no equipment rental fees ▪ Optional computer available at initial enrollment for just $149.99 + tax ▪ Access to free Internet training – online, in print and in person