Training Materials
Training materials (in pdf format) from online resources classes can be viewed and/or printed. Please ask at the Research desk for further assistance
- Exploring Internet Sites for Genealogists
Tips for searching several free genealogy-related websites including: Cyndi’s List, Family Search and Illinois State Archives. - Online Health Information
A variety of free and subscription databases, including: Salem Health, Medline Plus and Mayoclinic.com - Opening and Expanding a Business in Mt Prospect
Village staff present guidelines for procedures, zoning, and permits for opening or expanding a business.
Computer Training @ MPPL
Training materials from select Computer Training classes can be viewed and/or printed. For more information and addition training see the Computer Training Schedule.
- Using Google Docs
Google Docs is a free, web-based service that lets you create, edit, and store documents on the web without downloading or purchasing special software. See how to create a document, upload documents, and share them with others - Google: Don’t Just Search — Create Documents, E-mail, and More
Most people know Google as a search engine, but it offers so much more, for free! Discover these useful features: Gmail, Google calendar, Google docs, and more. - PC Maintenance: Best Practices
Learn which basic, built-in computer utility programs will keep your PC running efficiently. This demonstration will show how to perform disk cleanup, defragment your hard drive, delete old files, and more. - How Secure Is Your PC?
Learn how tools such as antivirus software and firewalls can help keep computers safe from hackers, scam artists, and viruses. - Learn to Use Your Computer: Free Online Courses
Learn which online tutorials can help you master your computer. The ever-evolving Internet has opened the door to an array of free, readily available, quality online courses. - Advanced Internet Skills: Using Internet Explorer 8
Internet users looking to get the most out of Internet Explorer will discover how to set the home page, “bookmark” favorite Web pages, and learn more about Internet Explorer® (IE8). - Creating an Email Account in Yahoo
- Creating an Email Account in Hotmail
- Creating an Email Account in Google