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Tech Help

These resources are guides and tutorials for general computer use. 

If you need assistance logging on to the online resources, please email the library at exeterplref@gmail.com or contact the library at 603-772-3101.

Drop in to set-up Libby and/or hoopla on your device.

The Library has been distributing NEW Library Cards since September 2023. If you cannot get into your Libby or hoopla account, it is because you have an old library card or your card has expired. You will need to come in and get a new library card or update your card. 

You will need to make a change on your hoopla account. Here are the instructions: New Card Number for hoopla Account.

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Guides and Tutorials
NEW  Excel Easy - Want to learn Excel quickly? This tutorial site is a perfect place to start.  The site offers a fully illustrated Excel tutorial + 300 examples. It's 100% free!

Microsoft Excel is one of the most used software applications of all time. Hundreds of millions of people around the world use Microsoft Excel. You can use Excel to enter all sorts of data and perform financial, mathematical or statistical calculations.

 

Learning Express  Computers are a necessity--at home, at work and at school. Whether you're looking to brush up on the fundamentals of computers, more easily navigate the web or learn a new software program, the library is here to help. Enjoy FREE access to more than 90-self paced video tutorials at EBSCO's Library Express Library.

 

Digital Learn - Choose a course to start learning or search courses. If you are new to computers or just need a refresher, this site has the tools to help you learn technology at your own pace.

 

ck-12 - Access free and interactive educational textbooks and study guides.

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Khan Academy - Educational videos for the whole family.  Help your child sign up for free math, science and engineering, and art online courses, among many others! Students practice at their own pace, first filling in gaps in their understanding and then accelerating their learning.

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GCF Learn Free - Learn the essential skills you need to live and work in the 21st century. There are self-guided learning resources on a wide range of practical computer topics, from typing to Microsoft to using Etsy.

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TechBoomers -  An educational website that teaches older and inexperienced adults internet basic computer skills about websites that can help improve their quality of life, like social media, Netflix and even online dating.

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National Cyber Security Alliance - Stay Safe Online

NCSA's mission is to educate and therefore empower a digital society to use the Internet safely and securely at home, work, and school, protecting the technology individuals use, the networks they connect to, and our shared digital assets.

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Teacher's Tech - Teacher's Tech wants to help you get more out of your tech. Weekly videos will showcase tips, tricks, tutorials, apps, extensions, and tech gadgets.

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W3Schools - W3Schools is a school for web developers, covering all the aspects of web development: HTML Tutorial. CSS Tutorial. JavaScript Tutorial. PHP Tutorial.

AI- Artificial Intelligence

AI is on an exciting journey of evolution! Check out these fun and creative ways to harness the power of AI!

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Gemini
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Image Generation with Gemini from Google

 

The free version of Gemini will not generate photos that include people. It seems to have tight guardrails against inappropriate content and creating images of known people.

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See the results of the following query:   

 

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show me an image of a white horse galloping in a field TIP: Ask Gemini to refine images With image generation in Gemini, your imagination is the limit. If what you see doesn't quite match what you had in mind, try adding more details to the prompt. The more specific you are, the better Gemini can create images that reflect your vision. Sure, here is an image of a white horse galloping in a field:

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Tips to Help your Student Learn Remotely

This section contains resources to support students during a period of remote learning. These are intended to help students adapt their habits and learning styles to an online format and adjust things such as study skills and communication with your groups to continue to complete assignments and achieve your goals as learners. Refer to the PDF documents below for the tips:

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