The Access SIG provides an environment in which people can help each other to improve their skills with Microsoft Access. At each meeting there are presentations by members that are designed to cover the scope of Access during a year. Q&A segments are held at each meeting. Members may also address questions to the SIG mailing list and receive opinions for possible solutions.

Meetings at Moorabbin and Online.

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The Communications SIG focuses on all aspects of computer connectivity. Topics include modem communications, Client/Server software, HTML and other Internet related topics. We also cover topics on Computer Networking (home networks, LANs and WANs) and other relevant general telecommunications issues of interest to the well connected PC user. Location: Moorabbin HQ Website: https://www.melbpc.org.au/sigs/communications-sig/ Event Calendar: https://www.melbpc.org.au/event-calendar

Our meetings cover improving your digital images & photography. Tutorials on Photoshop, Lightroom and Luminar.

Meetings at Wadham House, Mount Waverley and Online.

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At East SIG we provide an entertaining and informative session covering a range of computer topics for all levels; some from invited speakers and some from our own members. George Skarbek hosts the popular Q&A segment.

Meetings at Eley Park Community Centre, Blackburn South and Online.

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Provides assistance with computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, digital photography, music applications. multimedia, computer maintenance and product reviews.

Meetings at Nancye Kirchner Neighbourhood Centre, Avondale Heights and Online.

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SIG is currently in RECESS and being run in conjunction with MHE. Discuss issues relating to computer hardware and to make attendees aware of developments in computer hardware. Location: Wadham House, Mount Waverley Website: http://www.melbpc.org.au/sigs/hardware-sig/ Calendar: https://www.melbpc.org.au/event-calendar

The function of iHelp is a group of “Users helping Users” whose main role is to sort out Internet or General PC problems so that members can get a full featured online experience. Services include Telephone First Aid, Email Help and Internet Help that can involve Screen Sharing using Teamviewer or Citrix GoToAssist. Volunteers with patience and Computer experience are always welcome. Location: Moorabbin HQ Website: http://www.melbpc.org.au/ihelp/ Calendar: https://www.melbpc.org.au/event-calendar

The Melbourne Atari Computer Enthusiasts SIG has its origins in the early eighties where the group formed and met at Monash Uni before merging with the larger group. The group deals with retro Atari computing

Meetings at Moorabbin HQ and Online.

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The aim of the interest group is to assist members in the installation and operation of PC based hardware and software to run and maintain Multimedia Home Entertainment systems. This would include such things as Personal Video Recorders (PVRs), Media Servers (including Windows Home Server), Internet streaming of video and audio, Sony PS3 and Windows X-Box home entertainment systems, and home networking and storage systems for playback of video and audio. Attendees are welcome from beginners to expert level. Members are encouraged to bring their own equipment to gain hands-on experience in setup and/or maintenance.

Meetings at Wadham House, Mount Waverley and Online.

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Our group is for people to develop microcontroller projects (including the software-programming) – gadgets for fun and more serious purposes. We make machines, using microcontrollers, and other electronics, to do things.

We cater for all levels of knowledge, novice to experienced – Members helping Members. The Wednesday meeting involves discussion and presentations. The associated Saturday Workshop (below) is informal and hands-on.

Meetings at Moorabbin and Online.

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The Saturday Workshop is a “Creative Space”. It is a space to express your creativity. Its development depends on those who are involved and their interests. The workshops are centred around microcontrollers but are not limited to microcontrollers. If you are looking for a space that facilitates sharing of ideas and support, a place where you can express your creativity, then this SIG could be what you are looking for. The Workshop is an informal SIG, a place to work on your project, start a new project, or join a group project. Location: Moorabbin HQ Website: http://www.melbpc.org.au/sigs/microcontroller-workshop-sig/ Calendar: https://www.melbpc.org.au/event-calendar/

Computer Discussion Group.

Meetings at Mornington Community House, Mornington and Online.

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The North East Android Special Interest Group provides the opportunity for members to learn how the new rapidly emerging Android Operating System (OS) can be used to operate, control, and maintain applications (APPS) , on compatible mobile devices such as computer tablets and smartphones. All aspects of both hardware and software are considered with a learning experience based on friendly discussions, presentations, and demonstrations to suit both novice and experienced computer users.

Meetings at Ivanhoe Library and Online.

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Now recognized as an important support for members helping members with genealogy and computer skills. A good social atmosphere supported by excellent facilities.

Meetings at Hawdon Street Community Hall, Heidelberg and Online.

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The Northern Suburbs Linux SIG provides a focus for members living in the northern suburbs who are interested in learning more about using Linux in day-to-day computing tasks. Meeting topics are influenced by the regular attendees; beginners and visitors are most welcome. For SIG news and last minute updates please see our Web pages.

Meetings at Community Meeting Room, Watsonia Library and Online.

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The Online Sig, now provided via Yammer, provides a comprehensive set of online groups covering computing and other interest areas. Don’t hesitate to ask questions or post information in any of these groups. A particular feature of Yammer is the ability to easily post visual content and to make use of built in features such as polls. You’ll find many of these features in use in the Chit Chat group. If discussing the affairs of the day in a pleasant friendly environment appeals to you, then do join in. All shades of opinion are welcomed and respected. Meeting Details: Available whenever it suits YOU………..

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Conveners: Kevin Martin & Dennis Parsons

The Raspberry Pi is a cheap, popular, credit-card-size computer which suits projects. The SIG will assist members to learn applications for the Raspberry Pi, including the hardware and peripherals, its operating system Linux (inc. Raspbian), the main supported languages inc. Python, and software. Beginners, intermediate and advanced. There will be informal do-it-yourself projects, individual or in small informal groups. Some members will take part in computer games on the Pi, e.g. the free ‘lite’ Minecraft.

Meetings at Moorabbin HQ and Online.

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We're interested in working on science/tech/electronics projects. The idea is to have fun, learn, and hopefully make some good friends in the process. It's also a valuable tool to assist you in learning while you're at uni, networking, or something to give your resume an edge.

Meetings at Moorabbin HQ.

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New & advanced users, but everyone welcome.

Meetings at Sunbury Senior Citizens Centre. and Online.

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SIG is currently in RECESS. See webpage for contact details.
Pinnacle Studio (from Corel) – this Special Interest Group meets in a social atmosphere and covers several generations of the Pinnacle video editing software.

Meetings at Moorabbin HQ and Online.

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Specialises in video editing and production using all SONY products, including VEGAS with both the Platinum and Pro versions. We cater for all members from beginners to advanced and work with all video formats from standard definition (SD) up to full high definition (HD) using both tape, DVD, and solid-state video cameras. The following topics may be covered at meetings: Sound track production using Sony Cinescore Voice over recording using both Vegas and Sound Forge Basic picture composition Lighting for video Working with Sony DVD Architect to produce both DVDs and blu-ray discs. Upon request, we can look at the conversion of 8mm movie film to a digital format using the groups special conversion equipment.

Meetings at Moorabbin HQ and Online.

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Budget supper get-together. Patrons are welcome even if only for coffee. How-to-get-there sketch maps are available at the Monthly Meeting. BYO.

Meet at Fong’s Chinese Restaurant, Bentleigh East.

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Become more confident in the use of Web and software tools as part of your financial life. Join others, both at the monthly meeting and through the online Web board to share favourite sites and information sources in the exploding field of online financial information.

Meetings at Moorabbin HQ and Online.

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The aim of the Web Site Design SIG is to help members build and manage their own web sites. So if you are creating, managing or designing a web site and need some help, Drop in. Visitors welcome. The tutorials portion of the Web Site Design SIG is a hands on website creating session. Attendees are asked to vote on the next sessions topic. 2pm-4pm Tutorials. 4pm-6pm Troubleshooting

Meetings at Moorabbin HQ and Online.

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At Windows Plus we provide an entertaining and informative session covering a range of computer topics for all levels; some from invited speakers and some from our own members.

Meetings at Moorabbin HQ and Online.

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