Computer Interest Group

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The Computer Interest Group is particularly strong, with members ranging from raw beginners to advanced computer users with extensive knowledge on hardware, software, modems, bulletin boards and the Internet.

The Computer Interest Group held a seminar, hosted by Paul Mann, at GSQ Library 12th November 2006.  The subject was Family Tree Maker 2005 vs Legacy 6.

View the summary of the presentaion.

Aims and Objectives

The Group aims to offer mutual support and assistance to any member, to hold workshops and information days, and to obtain material in computer format, which will be helpful to members in their research. Over recent years the group has purchased births, deaths and marriages indexes for NSW, WA, Vic, Tas on CD-ROM format as they have become available. We are also active in converting some of the older existing records of the Society to computer format and also assist the other interest groups with similar projects.

Membership

Membership is open to all financial members of the Society. No extra fees are applied, though a gold coin from members attending meetings is appreciated. Donations are used to purchase more computer-based resources for the Society.

Meetings

Our meeting are usually held on the second Sunday of odd months at the GSQ Resource Centre, unless specific circumstances such as holidays make this impractical. The door opens at 10:30 am and the meeting starts at 11.00 am, usually running for one hour.

An information session on the use of computers or specific programs is usually planned after the 'official' meeting. No computer experience is required to come along to the meeting and we can advise you on topics such as, buying a computer, selecting a family tree program to suit your needs, and using the Internet.

Meeting Dates in months of

January
March
May
July
September
November

Check dates closer to the time, as circumstances may require that meeting dates be changed.