Computer Security and Online Basics Workshop

Computer Security and
Online Basics Workshop

Friday, November 22 
In-person at Berkshire Community College
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. (with a break) 
Open to all OLLI at BCC members
Bring or buy your lunch to stay and chat after the workshop!

In this workshop, we will discuss several aspects of computer security. Our goal is to provide you with basic tools and knowledge to stay safer online.

We plan to cover such topics as: 

• Common online threats 
• Password best practices 
• Recognizing and avoiding phishing scams 
• Multi-factor authentication 
• Securing your data
• What to do when things go wrong 

Attendees may want to bring their computer or tablet with them to follow along, but it is not required.

This workshop is in-person only and will NOT be recorded.

For members with specific questions, who need help navigating their email, or other kinds of help in order to participate with OLLI programming, we will be offering one-on-one drop-in hours starting in 2025 with volunteers who can assist.  More to come on that soon!

Dr. Mark Van Horn was involved in the machine vision field for nearly 40 years. In addition to imaging software and systems development, he helped manage computer and data security in various roles. Mark is an OLLI member and also a BCC alum! 

Cost: $8, OLLI at BCC members
Free for OLLI at BCC members with EBT, ConnectorCare, etc.

Sign up today!

Register online or call 413.236.2190 (M-F 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.) to register by phone with a credit card.