Windows 11 - What's Next?

Microsoft introduced a new Operating System (OS) on
October 5, 2021.  Find out what is needed to run it, whether the upgrade is free to Windows 10 users, and what enhancements are in store for the user. Presented by Maureen Kilcoyne.

To view the presentation notes, click here: Windows 11 - What's Next?

 Introduction to Twitter

Twitter is a widely used social media platform that can be initially perplexing to use.

This presentation covers the fundamentals of Twitter and some of its uses and benefits with explanations and demonstrations on how to create an account and understand the icons, symbols and terms needed to participate.

Then presentation is located here: Introduction to Twitter

Search Capabilities of Gmail

October 1, 2021

Michael Sacks

Google is the world’s most popular search engine and provides the same robust search capabilities in Gmail. This talk explores how to use those search capabilities to manage one’s Gmail. 

The talking points are available at Talking Points

Cybersecurity - An Update for 2021

This is the 2021 update lecture from the cybersecurity presentation to the Computer Club in 2020. Jim Dodmead, an IT professional for the Navy, has provided an update on cybersecurity trends since then.  Then we will review some questionable and not so questionable emails to discuss the decision-making process concerning what to do with those emails when you get them.

The slides are available here: Cybersecurity Update

The recording of this presentation is available at:  Cybersecurity Video

Some additional material:

6 Things You Need to Know to Avoid Getting Hacked

4 Things Hackers Can do With Just Your Cell Phone Number

Who Is Calling Me

Is Identity Just a Problem for People That Submit Something Online

What’s New in the Computer Club’s Open Room

The open Room is the front part of the Computer Club facility where members can walk in and use or try club systems.  Prior to reopening in the spring of 2021, multiple systems were replaced, some new software was purchased and other systems were moved.  Brian Osgood will present the update plan and where we currently stand.

The slides are located at: What's New in the Computer Club

The recording of the presentation is viewable at: What’s New in the Computer Club’s Open Room

Introduction to Microsoft Teams

 

The final Computer Club Hour (CCH) for this Spring was on May 14 at 9:00 AM.  An Introduction to Microsoft Teams was presented by two Microsoft reps.  While most people here in Sun City use Zoom as their primary video communications vehicle, there are other systems available including Microsoft teams. (The Microsoft SIG uses Microsoft Teams as their application for meetings.)  Though we initially wanted to simulcast the presentation in both Zoom and Teams, due to technical issues we started  CCH in Zoom and then switched to Teams after about 15 minutes; the posted recording is an amalgam of both sessions. 

You can find the session's video HERE.

The Chat from the meeting is available HERE.

Recognizing Popular Scams; How They Get You, and What to Do!

 

Recognizing Popular Scams; How They Get You,

and What to Do!

Debbie Dennis reviewed some of the most common email, phone, text, and Facebook scams targeting seniors. We looked at ways scammers try to engage you, how to recognize scams, and what you should do to avoid getting scammed.

The video of the session can be found HERE.

The notes are HERE.

You Can Run, but You Can’t Hide

Jeff Glazer gave a presentation on what big tech knows about you; how they get it; what they do with it; and what you can do about it.

The video for the presentation is HERE.

The slides from his presentation are HERE.

The Wacky Wonderful World of Alexa - Part II

 

The Wacky Wonderful World of Alexa - Part II

Hugh Dinwiddie shared more of the useful and entertaining uses for Amazon Alexa.

A link to the video of the session is HERE.
A link to his notes is HERE.

A link to the notes for Part 1 is HERE. Sorry, but there is no video for this as it was given in person on September 27, 2019.

Prepare Your Accounts for the Worst Case Scenario

 

Prepare Your Accounts for the Worst Case Scenario

Presented by Debbie Dennis

One thing we have learned this past year, life can change in an instant, whether through illness or an accident. Debbie Dennis will discuss preparing your online accounts for the worst-case scenario.

The link to the video is HERE

The link to the presentation in PDF is HERE.

The link to the "Personal Record Book" from the Monmouth County NJ Surrogate is HERE.

Google’s New Storage Policy - How Does it Apply to You

 

Google Photos is a great cloud storage medium to store, organize, and share your photos with one of the main features being it had unlimited storage in high quality.  However, at the end of 2020, Google changed the policy.  Beginning June 1, 2021, any new photo or video uploaded in high quality in Google Photos will count toward your free 15 GB storage quota.  Bill Altman will discuss this policy change and how you should plan for it.

Here is the link to watch the video.

Here is the presentation in PDF.

The Pros and Cons of EV (Electric Vehicles)

 

The Pros and Cons of EV (Electric Vehicles)

Presented by George Friedman

When technology changes, our first reaction is to minimize its significance in our minds. Think back to when the PC, cellphone, or internet was new. Now it is the electric vehicle that will transform personal transportation. This presentation was an attempt to start you thinking about this big change that will affect you in this life.

The VIDEO of George's interesting presentation can be found HERE.

His presentation NOTES can be found HERE.

This, That, and Whatever

 

This, That, Whatever

Presented by Bill Altman

This hour focused on a variety of subjects.

•Backing up your computer •Cutting the telephone cord •MS Office alternatives •GPS navigation applications

Click HERE to see Bill's Notes.

Click HERE to see the Video of the Meeting.

The Making of a Virtual Choir

 

DATE AND TIME: January 22nd at 9:00 AM

TOPIC: “The Making of a Virtual Choir”

PRESENTER: Brian Osgood 

Many of us have seen virtual choir/band performances.  Many of them look like recorded Zoom sessions, but that doesn’t work.  This presentation will go through the steps involved in making a virtual performance.

The VIDEO of the Presentation is HERE https://youtu.be/Gm1AlR0aIww 

A PDF of his NOTES is HERE. 

“Scams, Hacks, and Such”

 

“Scams, Hacks, and Such”

PRESENTER: Colleen Smitherman
Staying safe online doesn’t need to be complicated. The beginning of the new year is a good time to reevaluate how we interact with the internet.  Despite the increasing challenges we face, taking a few simple steps can help to keep us safe.

A video of Colleen Smitherman’s “Scams, Hacks, and Such” presentation on January 8th can be found here. https://youtu.be/2VAOU3f_Rao. A pdf of her notes are HERE.