Microsoft wants to turn kids' love of Minecraft into a love of computer programming through a partnership with Code.org, announced on Monday morning.

Computer manufacturers were already looking for ways to make their systems more usable, and bundling BASIC proved a quick, easy and cheap way to do it.

Computers play a huge role in our everyday lives, and now more than ever, it's important that educators provide computer basics for kids, what computers can do and how technology can be helpful. From ...

To make this happen, Sparkplug will accept laptop donations from individuals (don't worry, they are promising to wipe it and install a new Linux - Ubuntu 16.04 OS).

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In March and April, Virginia Beach Public Libraries are offering free classes on important skills from computer basics to creating spreadsheets on Microsoft Excel...even building your own webpage.