Technology has plagued humanity ever since the first Egyptian abacus hieroglyphed an error message. Right long-standing computational wrongs with today’s Groupon: for $29, you get a Microsoft Office 2010 Level 1 software class at Alabama Computer Solutions (a $245 value). Each class covers one Microsoft Office application. Classes are held between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday–Thursday, and have a midday one-hour recess for lunch (not included).

Alabama Computer Solutions endows both professional and amateur software users with the power to comprehend and control essential desktop programs. Wipe away painful memories of human-software misunderstandings with a choice of Microsoft Office 2010 classes, each helmed by fearless Microsoft Certified Specialists boasting an average of 10 years of experience harnessing the business world’s programs. Documents perfectly process words and fold obligingly under professional makeovers during Word classes, and Excel exposés help students tuck unruly cells into their intended spreadsheet slots. Hone database stewardship with an Access course, or dazzle an expectant boss or unsuspecting houseguest with PowerPoint presentations. Each class is built on a lively mixture of practical instruction, training, and course materials, bulwarked by brain-fueling snacks and beverages.