In fact, they have made the waters turbulent at times. But one local organization is trying to make sure all Internet users are capable of navigating safely home. If you give a mouse a cookie, it may have a different meaning in the computer world. Okay the mouse may not get the cookie, but not all Internet users know that. The Computer Literacy Lab in Fairbanks is working to make sure Internet user know where every byte is going.
Classes provide information about security information, viruses, and effective search techniques.
The purpose of the program is empowerment and prevention for beginning users. While the classes may not turn a computer beginner into the next Bill Gates, students will come away from the course feeling a bit more comfortable in the online universe. However, organizers add that the Internet is only one component to the quick-changing technological landscape. Falling behind in just one aspect can make a big difference. There are two more Internet Survival skills classes available.