Learn basic tricks and shortcuts to use as you navigate the internet, apps, email, and more. In monthly blog posts and emails, library staff will share digital learning tips in a short, approachable, and easy-to-digest manner. See the latest below. Subscribe to have new Tech Tips emailed to you »
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Tech Tips (Smartphone Series): How to copy & paste on your smartphone
By John Gargiulo, Supervising Librarian of Creative Technology You have likely used the copy and paste functions to move text on your computer, within a document or email, or from ...
Tech Tips: 5 resources for spotting misinformation
By John Gargiulo, Supervising Librarian of Creative Technology In today’s media landscape, it can be challenging to sort through the constant flow of information and evaluate the accuracy of news ...
Tech Tips: How to sign up for a Learning Lab
By Amy Hofmockel, Creative Technology Librarian Looking for one-on-one help with a specific digital learning or technical topic? Sign up for an in-person Learning Lab appointment—available at all three library ...
Tech Tips: Computer Basics 101: The mouse
By Amy Hofmockel, Creative Technology Librarian Using a mouse seems simple, but did you know there are shortcuts built into many computer mice? In this post, you'll discover the different ...
Tech Tips: How to connect to a wireless network
By Amy Hofmockel, Creative Technology Librarian You may be in a cafe, out in Scoville Park, or at the library trying to access a public WiFi network, or connecting with ...
Tech Tips (Mobile Hotspot Series #3): Troubleshooting common issues
By Amy Hofmockel, Creative Technology Librarian Having issues with a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot you borrowed from the Oak Park Public Library? Sometimes you can have trouble despite having followed all ...
Tech Tips (Mobile Hotspot Series #2): How to use a mobile hotspot
By Amy Hofmockel, Creative Technology Librarian If you don’t have an internet connection at home you can borrow a mobile hotspot from the library! It will get you connected to ...
Tech Tips (Mobile Hotspot Series #1): What is a mobile hotspot?
By Amy Hofmockel, Creative Technology Librarian Don’t have an internet connection at home? Want to use your mobile devices—smartphones, laptops, and more—on the go without incurring data charges? A mobile ...
