FaceApp, Facebook,and Fake News 2019 – Flushing Library

Queens Public Library - Flushing 41-17 Main Street, Flushing, New York

Join us for a conversation around current issues in online privacy--from Facebook's data policies to FaceApp's terms of service. Learn practical tips to protect your online information, spot fake news, and access reliable election information.

Introduction to VPN (Virtual Private Network) – Brooklyn Heights Library

Brooklyn Public Library - Brooklyn Heights Library 109 Remsen Street, Brooklyn, New York

Want to know how to protect your privacy using a VPN? then this is the class for you. Stop in, ask questions, get answers!!!. We will be covering all you need to know so that you can make an intelligent decision as to whether or not a VPN is right for you.

Internet Safety – Midwood Library

Brooklyn Public Library - Midwod Library 975 East 16th Street, Brooklyn, New York

Today we use the internet for most things; communicating, banking, shopping, etc. Unfortunately, the Internet is also home to certain risks, such as malware, spam, and phishing. If you want to stay safe online, you'll need to understand these risks and learn how to avoid them.

Digital Media Basics – Kingsbridge Library

The New York Public Library - Kingsbridge Open tomorrow 10 AM–5 PM Upcoming hours Date Day Hours October 13 Sunday Closed October 14 Monday Closed * October 15 Tuesday 10 AM–7 PM October 16 Wednesday 10 AM–7 PM October 17 Thursday 10 AM–7 PM October 11 Friday 10 AM–5 PM October 12 Saturday 10 AM–5 PM * Indicates change to regular hours Regular hours Holiday closing information 291 West 231st Street, The Bronx, NY

Learn all about downloading, streaming, and converting music, videos, images, and more! This class covers various services, software, and techniques for getting the most out of your favorite media. Registration begins October 15. Pre-requisite(s): Internet for Beginners

Internet Safety I – New Utrecht Library

Brooklyn Public Library - New Utrech Library 1743 86th Street, Brooklyn, New York

Come and join this class to learn tips you can use to keep your information private while using the internet.

Anti-Social – Queens Central Library

Queens Public Library - Central Library 89-11 Merrick Blvd, Jamaica, New York

In this hands-on privacy workshop, explore what information large technology companies collect about you – and learn how to use data export tools to request your personal data files as well as how to opt out of data collection.

Internet Safety For Kids and Teens – Kings Bay Library

Brooklyn Public Library - Kings Bay Library 3650 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, New York

Introduction to the Internet is designed specifically for those who are interested in understanding what the internet is and how it is used. This lesson of 60-90 minutes covers browsers, search engines, and navigating websites. Participants must have knowledge on computer basics. Registration Required

Teen Tech Time: Intro to Internet Safety & Privacy For Teens – Central Library

Brooklyn Public Library - Central Library Info Commons Lab, Brooklyn, New York

Brooklyn Public Library is collaborating with the two other New York City public library systems (Queens Public and New York Public) to celebrate Data Privacy Week. Teens will learn how to protect their identity and interact safely on the internet.

Phishers of Men: Avoiding Internet Scams – Walt Whitman Library

Brooklyn Public Library - Walt Whitman Library 93 Saint Edwards Street, Brooklyn, New York

Want to learn more about internet privacy and safety? Join us to learn about internet and email scams and how to differentiate a safe source and a scam. We will go over computer and internet basics and teach about reliable websites and emails. This will take place from 4-5pm in the Walt Whitman Meeting Room.