IN PERSON: Do you wonder what the cloud really is and how it works? Do you get frustrated by the pop-up windows in your browser that ask if you are willing to accept cookies? Are you curious why some sites prompt you to provide both an email address and a phone number when you create an account? You are not alone. Everyone experiences challenges using the internet at some point. This course is designed to help you improve your digital life by giving you a deeper understanding of basic digital technology concepts. We will explore how the internet and cloud technology work through a series of lectures and instructor-led exercises using a browser. You will become more familiar with common browser features and learn how to better use them to your advantage. You will gain a clearer understanding of what happens when you log in to a site, and how using a password manager can make it easy to create and use strong passwords. This course will increase your confidence when surfing the internet. | Lecture + Q&A, Active Skill Learning.
Max enrollment: 15.
Location: Judea Reform Congregation, 1933 W. Cornwallis Rd, Durham NC 27705
David Shamlin began exploring computers and coding as a teenager. After studying computer science at NC State University, he embarked on a 35-year career in software engineering at SAS Institute. In the last 20 years of his tenure at SAS, working as a research and development director, he led teams implementing distributed platform architectures, big data analytics and cloud computing. David enjoys spending time surfing the web and is passionate about helping others grow their digital literacy.