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Is there a certain job that has a computer as a job?
I would want to know how to work with the computer so I help my parents
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Teklemuz Ayenew Tesfay
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Teklemuz Ayenew’s Answer
Starting with basic computer skills like typing, using email, organizing files, and working with Word or Google Docs is a fantastic first step. These skills open doors to jobs in data entry, online assistance, office work, and computer support. These roles involve typing, managing emails, organizing information, and solving simple tech issues, which can also help with tasks like paperwork and budgeting at home. You can also explore roles in graphic design, video editing, online content creation, online tutoring, and customer service. These jobs combine computer know-how with communication and creativity, offering exciting opportunities.
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Jim’s Answer
Hello Bao,
This is a a great question to ask about. Many jobs in this day and age require people to work with computers to some degree. If you're truly wanting to learn how to operate or troubleshoot computers, there's plenty of books from different book stores you can pick up (or even a library) to start learning. Some college professors even include limited lessons on their Youtube channels (my college professor does every so often). But if you're wanting to go full throttle into this as a career path, I'd recommend obtaining the most recent version of the CompTIA A+ exam material to study from. It's a LONG read and takes time to understand everything but it's certainly a great stepping stone. If you qualify, I'd also recommend taking the A+ exam once you're confident you've learned from that material.
This is a a great question to ask about. Many jobs in this day and age require people to work with computers to some degree. If you're truly wanting to learn how to operate or troubleshoot computers, there's plenty of books from different book stores you can pick up (or even a library) to start learning. Some college professors even include limited lessons on their Youtube channels (my college professor does every so often). But if you're wanting to go full throttle into this as a career path, I'd recommend obtaining the most recent version of the CompTIA A+ exam material to study from. It's a LONG read and takes time to understand everything but it's certainly a great stepping stone. If you qualify, I'd also recommend taking the A+ exam once you're confident you've learned from that material.
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Rasheed’s Answer
It's exciting to see so much interest in computers! At a place like Apple, you can enjoy the best of both worlds: working with people and technology. They offer a great training program, and in just a few months, you'll be ready to tackle both simple and complex tech questions.
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Ali’s Answer
Learning computers is a great idea.
You can start by learning the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). You'll need these programs for any office work.
You can start by learning the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). You'll need these programs for any office work.
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Dedrick’s Answer
Hi Bao
It's great that you want to learn about computers to help your family. Whether you're interested in hardware or software, there are plenty of resources to get you started. For hardware, YouTube and Greater Learning offer basic tutorials and troubleshooting tips. If you're focusing on software, most programs have guides for beginners. Practice using these tools to get comfortable, and then you can help your parents with any issues. If explaining things gets tough, try to find fun ways to make learning easier. Just like cooking or creating something new, learning tech can be enjoyable. If you make it fun, it can become a family activity where everyone learns and grows together.
It's great that you want to learn about computers to help your family. Whether you're interested in hardware or software, there are plenty of resources to get you started. For hardware, YouTube and Greater Learning offer basic tutorials and troubleshooting tips. If you're focusing on software, most programs have guides for beginners. Practice using these tools to get comfortable, and then you can help your parents with any issues. If explaining things gets tough, try to find fun ways to make learning easier. Just like cooking or creating something new, learning tech can be enjoyable. If you make it fun, it can become a family activity where everyone learns and grows together.
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Michelle’s Answer
Hello, Bao !
You will be happy to know that almost every job/career position a person could have has some use of computers involved.
It will help you to start exploring basic computer skills and you could most likely do that at your school. Ask staff at your school if there is a computer class and a computer lab. I'm under the impression that most schools do have computers for the students.
I would advise that you visit the San Francisco Public Library because they provide free computer classes at the Main Library and various branch locations, covering topics such as computer basics, email, iPad use, and Spanish-language instruction. These classes are open to all and include drop in sessions. Mission Economic Development Agency Offers free digital literacy training and computer classes in both English and Spanish at its Digital Opportunity Center in the Mission District. Classes include basic computer skills, Microsoft Office, and Intuit QuickBooks, with open lab hours following sessions. SF Computer & Tech Training: Offers free computer training in Excel, Office, Adobe, and other software at its location on 2011 Sacramento Street in San Francisco. The center is open from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday. These are just some options in case your school does not offer computer classes or a computer lab.
Much later on, if you're thinking about college, you can go to college for a degree in Computer Science. There are many positions/jobs that you can go for that will have you working with computers all the time. It's good to explore what what is done for which job, so you can explore this online. You can do a search for "what does a help desk technician do ?" or "what does a technical support specialist do?" It will help greatly to explore the various computer types of work so that you can choose which area you'd like to work in and train for that particular job.
For this summer, consider applying to the Mayor’s Youth Employment and Education Program which operates during the summer and provides paid internships for youth aged 14–17. This program includes job readiness training in areas such as communication, time management, public speaking, and financial literacy, preparing participants for internships at certified worksites. Find out how to apply and when to apply at their website which I've left a link to below. This is an excellent opportunity to obtain a first job.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
THE MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AND EDUCATION PROGRAM https://www.jcycworkhub.org/programs/myeep
You will be happy to know that almost every job/career position a person could have has some use of computers involved.
It will help you to start exploring basic computer skills and you could most likely do that at your school. Ask staff at your school if there is a computer class and a computer lab. I'm under the impression that most schools do have computers for the students.
I would advise that you visit the San Francisco Public Library because they provide free computer classes at the Main Library and various branch locations, covering topics such as computer basics, email, iPad use, and Spanish-language instruction. These classes are open to all and include drop in sessions. Mission Economic Development Agency Offers free digital literacy training and computer classes in both English and Spanish at its Digital Opportunity Center in the Mission District. Classes include basic computer skills, Microsoft Office, and Intuit QuickBooks, with open lab hours following sessions. SF Computer & Tech Training: Offers free computer training in Excel, Office, Adobe, and other software at its location on 2011 Sacramento Street in San Francisco. The center is open from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday. These are just some options in case your school does not offer computer classes or a computer lab.
Much later on, if you're thinking about college, you can go to college for a degree in Computer Science. There are many positions/jobs that you can go for that will have you working with computers all the time. It's good to explore what what is done for which job, so you can explore this online. You can do a search for "what does a help desk technician do ?" or "what does a technical support specialist do?" It will help greatly to explore the various computer types of work so that you can choose which area you'd like to work in and train for that particular job.
For this summer, consider applying to the Mayor’s Youth Employment and Education Program which operates during the summer and provides paid internships for youth aged 14–17. This program includes job readiness training in areas such as communication, time management, public speaking, and financial literacy, preparing participants for internships at certified worksites. Find out how to apply and when to apply at their website which I've left a link to below. This is an excellent opportunity to obtain a first job.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
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