Library-Manasas Park partner to offer basic computer classes for beginners

The Prince William Public Library System and the Manassas Park Department of Parks and Recreation will offer computer classes for beginners Aug. 21-Sept. 18 at the Manassas Park Community Center, 99 Adams Street, off Old Centreville Road. Classes will be held for five Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. This short course will cover:

• Computer Basics for Beginners - An introduction to personal computers, how to use a mouse and basic computer definitions.

• More Computer Basics: Keyboard - Designed for those who are totally unfamiliar with the computer keyboard. This is NOT a class in touch typing. It is an introduction to the keys that will be used in the upcoming class.

• Internet 101: Getting Around the Web for Beginners - This program introduces the World Wide Web; shows how to maneuver on a Web page and other basic information about the internet.
• Word Processing: Part 1 and Part 2 - This two part class teaches you how to format text and paragraphs; add, delete and move text; open and save documents and other helpful tasks.

There is a $10 deposit per class, which is refunded the first day of the class. You must be 18 or older to attend. Pre-registration is required. Call 703-335-8872 for more information.