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Technology Workshops at the Computer Product & Repair Center
Lunch & Learn Technology Workshops
Harvard’s Technology Services and its partner vendors have collaborated to bring you informative workshops covering topics from the latest hardware gadgets and productive software as well as security for your computer. The workshops are held between noon and 1 pm at the Computer Product & Repair Center located in the Science Center, room B11 with the exception of the Microsoft workshop, which is held at the Maxwell Dworkin building. We’ll provide the pizza!
Please register by emailing to Andree Mendes.
More workshops to come. Check back with us soon!
Wed., April 2, MacBook Air
Sign-up for a free, face-to-face Personal Shopping session to get a hands-on introduction to the MacBook Air and have all your questions about the thinnest and lightest answered.
Tue., April 8, Lenovo X300
The new ThinkPad X300 ultraportable notebook is the ultimate business tool for professionals who are constantly on the move and need to stay productive wherever they are. Helps you to stay connected both on the road and in the office. Come see it for yourself.
Wed., April 9, Podcasting
"Podcasting" is one of the hottest buzzwords on the Internet. But what is it all about? Learn more about podcasting and how to create your own podcast. With the podcast recording studio in GarageBand and the podcast templates in iWeb, podcasting has become easier than ever. Also learn how podcasting is being used at other Higher Education Institutions.
Fri., April 11, Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac
**11am-1pm HELD AT MAXWELL DWORKIN, RM G125**
Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac enables students and faculty to efficiently manage information, share ideas through high-impact documents, and collaborate easily, even across platforms. With new features like layout views and element galleries, users can easily create professional quality documents and presentations. While the powerful charting tools and the formula builder simplify the analysis and sharing of research data. Entourage allows Mac users to work effectively within an Exchange environment while ensuring they stay on task with the new My Day tool. And whether your controlling a presentation with the Mac Remote or using Automator to simplify routine tasks, Mac users will find that Office 2008 integrates well with the Mac environment. Finally, enhanced browser support for Microsoft Office SharePoint Server and Office Communications Server support in Messenger 7 means that Windows and Mac users can both leverage the full power of Microsoft's collaboration platform!
- Please join this session to learn about these and the many other benefits Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac brings to Higher Education.
Wed., April 16, Time Capsule
Learn how to use Apple's newest product Time Capsule to back up all your data in your home or office. Time Capsule is both a wireless router and a shared hard drive.
Wed., April 30, PC to Mac Workshop
Learn the basics of the Mac operating system in this hands-on workshop. You’ll see how your current Windows environment will look on a Mac. We’ll also answer all your questions, dispel common myths, and show you how your applications will look on a Mac.
Wed., May 7, Apple TV Workshop
Get ready to change the way you watch digital media as we show you how Apple TV puts the movies, TV shows, and podcasts from your iTunes library right on your widescreen TV, so you can enjoy them in the comfort of your living room. You’ll also learn how to turn your favorite digital photos into a stunning high definition slideshow that everyone will remember.
Tue., May 13, Absolute Software Lojack for Your Laptop
Learn how having Absolute software on your computer will increase your recovery rate in the event of a theft. Absolute software can also detect unauthorized software, such as chat or file-sharing utilities, or missing hardware, computer memory to drives. It's like LoJack for your laptop.
Wed., May 14, iMovie + iDVD Workshop
iMovie has been rebuilt from the ground up for iLife ’08 and it’s going to change the way you make movies. Discover new ways to store, organize, and browse your videos, as well as the fastest way ever to create amazing home movies to share with everyone in your life.
Wed., May 21, iWeb Workshop
Take your website, blog, or podcast to the next level. iWeb lets you create awe-inspiring websites and blogs — complete with podcasts, photos, and movies — and get them online fast. With iWeb and a Mac, you have everything you need to become a true web master.
If you plan on attending our workshops, please register by emailing to Andree Mendes with date and name of the workshop(s).
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