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Category Archives: technology
Digital downloads have a new look at DPL!
Our OverDrive site has a new look! It also has some helpful new features that should make finding an ebook or audiobook a little easier. The new Search Bar at the top of the page allows you to search only for available … Continue reading
Event: DIY Downloads – an Ebook Drop-In Clinic
Having trouble using the library’s downloadable books on your Kindle, Nook, iPad or other device? Bring your questions to the free clinic! Saturday, April 28, 2 – 3:30 p.m. J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Downtown Branch, 1st Floor 1515 Young … Continue reading
Library Web Wednesday: Online Events – Morningstar provides FREE training to help you be “Money Smart”
How to Create a Portfolio You Don’t have to Babysit Wednesday, April 25 5:30pm Central Time Morningstar investing experts Christine Benz and Paul Justice will lead this session. They will discuss how to find an appropriate stock, bond, and cash … Continue reading
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Library Web Wednesday: NewsBank Online Service
Missed an article in the Dallas Morning News? No worries; the NewsBank Online Service database has you covered. With this database, you can search and browse through many past and current issues of the Dallas Morning News. You can also … Continue reading
Library Web Wednesday: Microsoft Office Center
Having trouble learning Word, Excel, or PowerPoint? The Microsoft Office Center, part of the Adult Learning Center database, can help with that. The Microsoft Office Center can help you learn how to get better use of Microsoft Word, Excel and … Continue reading
