Monday, December 5 – Saturday, December 10, 2022
With new and emerging technologies being utilized to collect information about all of us at an ever-increasing pace, do we know the extent to which our movements, decisions and feelings are being captured and studied? Explore the history and present-day functions of surveillance, and how NYC has been at the forefront of its push into …
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.
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 and Email instruction for beginners.
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.
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
Come and join this class to learn tips you can use to keep your information private while using the internet.
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.
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
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.