We know how important technology is, from computers and smartphones, the internet and telecoms, but we also know how difficult it can be to grasp the basics and start to make the most of these electronic devices that scare the living daylights out of us.

So, in conjunction with The Leader, I have put together a series of new courses to help everybody learn the basics and start making the most of computers and the internet.

In the new training suite at The Leader´s La Zenia headquarters, all sessions will be held in small groups, so that nobody need feel intimidated and everyone can learn at a pace that suits. With the courses set out in plain English, even the most technophobic will soon get to grips with these daunting devices.

Computers can help us do everything, from saving money, chatting to friends and family, making cheap phone calls and even watching the television from home, plus lots more besides. They can also help us in business, spreading our adverts and information to a new and much bigger market place. We can book flights, do our shopping, our banking and read books, listen to music, make music, they can do anything we want them to do, but we have to know how to switch them on first (and pluck up the courage to push the button).

The first batch of courses are listed below, and will start in a matter of weeks. Pre-booking is essential, as they are likely to get filled up quickly. So, for more details, or to book your place, call into our offices in La Zenia on Tuesday or Wednesday and we will gladly talk you through your own needs, or telephone 96 673 0057 today and reserve your place and you will very soon be making the most of your computer and the internet.

January 2012 Course List

• Working with Windows – The basics of the Windows operating system.
• Using Office – Word, Excel and Publisher.
• Getting Online – Using the internet
• Multimedia – Creating pictures and videos.
• Searching and Finding – How to find anything we want.
• Social Networks – Using Twitter and Facebook.
• Blogging – How to create an on-line profile.
• Communicating – Using on-line phone and video services.

• Tweeting for Business.
• A Facebook Business Model.
• Creating a web presence.
• Search Engine Optimisation.