August Meetings 2024
August 1, 2024 - Apple Releases First AI Preview - Tech on a Trip - How to Stream the Olympics for Free -
"Some of you are learning, but I still have the ability to make a few of you click on unknown links." - The Devil
Club Questions
"Some of you are learning, but I still have the ability to make a few of you click on unknown links." - The Devil
Club Questions
Apple Releases First AI Preview
Apple on Monday released the first version of Apple Intelligence, its suite of artificial intelligence features that will improve Siri, automatically generate emails and images and sort notifications. The new software called Apple Intelligence was released in the developer beta of iOS 18.1. It is also available in similar releases for iPad and Mac. It is currently available for developers to test. To learn more about Apple's AI, take a look at this article.
Apple on Monday released the first version of Apple Intelligence, its suite of artificial intelligence features that will improve Siri, automatically generate emails and images and sort notifications. The new software called Apple Intelligence was released in the developer beta of iOS 18.1. It is also available in similar releases for iPad and Mac. It is currently available for developers to test. To learn more about Apple's AI, take a look at this article.
Tech on a Trip
Traveling abroad can be an incredibly fun, adventurous, and exciting experience. In the last several years especially, technology has positively transformed the way people travel, making it easier, more accessible to tourists worldwide, and with expanded possibilities. To read more about some tips and tricks for using technology while you travel, take a look at this article.
Traveling abroad can be an incredibly fun, adventurous, and exciting experience. In the last several years especially, technology has positively transformed the way people travel, making it easier, more accessible to tourists worldwide, and with expanded possibilities. To read more about some tips and tricks for using technology while you travel, take a look at this article.
How to Stream the Olympics for Free
The Summer Olympics are here, but you don't have to be in Paris to catch the action. Don't want to shell out for Peacock or Hulu with Live TV? Here's how you can tap into free streaming services from abroad and a rundown of today's top events, from swimming to soccer. Media companies around the globe pay big bucks for the rights to air the Games. In the US, that's NBC, so streamers will need Peacock or a live TV streaming service with access to NBC. For those who don't need another streaming subscription, though, a VPN can help you tap into some free options from the around the globe. For more info on how to stream the Olympics for free, take a look at this article.
The Summer Olympics are here, but you don't have to be in Paris to catch the action. Don't want to shell out for Peacock or Hulu with Live TV? Here's how you can tap into free streaming services from abroad and a rundown of today's top events, from swimming to soccer. Media companies around the globe pay big bucks for the rights to air the Games. In the US, that's NBC, so streamers will need Peacock or a live TV streaming service with access to NBC. For those who don't need another streaming subscription, though, a VPN can help you tap into some free options from the around the globe. For more info on how to stream the Olympics for free, take a look at this article.
August 8, 2024 - Google Like a Pro - What is a Computer? (video) - Gamgee Helps Gramma - Apple Update iOS 17.6.1 -
“If you think you can, you can. And if you think you can’t, you’ might have accidentally clicked on an unknown link, that's not a good deal.“
- Henry Ford
Club Questions
“If you think you can, you can. And if you think you can’t, you’ might have accidentally clicked on an unknown link, that's not a good deal.“
- Henry Ford
Club Questions
Google Like a Pro
With approximately 99,000 searches processed every second—yes, second—Google has established itself as the universal gateway to information on just about anything under the sun. For every search made, Google, by default, utilizes impressive search algorithms to sort through hundreds of billions of web pages and provide the best possible results in relevance order. But Google goes a lot deeper than putting a word or phrase in the search box and hitting search. Learn a few basic Google tricks and make your searches rival the pros, to learn more about Google search tricks, take a look at this article.
With approximately 99,000 searches processed every second—yes, second—Google has established itself as the universal gateway to information on just about anything under the sun. For every search made, Google, by default, utilizes impressive search algorithms to sort through hundreds of billions of web pages and provide the best possible results in relevance order. But Google goes a lot deeper than putting a word or phrase in the search box and hitting search. Learn a few basic Google tricks and make your searches rival the pros, to learn more about Google search tricks, take a look at this article.
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What is a Computer?
It's back to basics with this video. This short video breaks down a computer into bite sized wisdom nuggets. A great refresher for what we're holding in our hands. Give it a watch, you might learn a bit. |
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Gamgee Helps Gramma
Falls are a significant concern for the elderly, as they can lead to severe injuries, loss of independence, and even fatal outcomes. According to the World Health Organization, falls are the second leading cause of accidental injury deaths worldwide, with older adults being particularly vulnerable. This sort of health monitoring will take place wirelessly with the help of AI. To learn more about the future of "I've fallen and I can't get up" technology, take a look at this article.
Apple Update iOS 17.6.1
Apple today released iOS 17.6.1 and iPadOS 17.6.1, minor updates to the iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 operating system updates that came out last year. Apple is making iOS 17.6.1 and iPadOS 17.6.1 available a week after the launch of iOS 17.6 and iPadOS 17.6. This is a relatively small update, but includes security fixes that make it important for every user. To learn more about what's in Apple's latest update, take a look at this article, or take a look at our Apple video page.
Apple today released iOS 17.6.1 and iPadOS 17.6.1, minor updates to the iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 operating system updates that came out last year. Apple is making iOS 17.6.1 and iPadOS 17.6.1 available a week after the launch of iOS 17.6 and iPadOS 17.6. This is a relatively small update, but includes security fixes that make it important for every user. To learn more about what's in Apple's latest update, take a look at this article, or take a look at our Apple video page.
August 15, 2024 - Video Review - All About Email -
“I love you all, especially when you recycle, but please remember, Never click on any unknown links.“ - Mother Earth
Club Questions
“I love you all, especially when you recycle, but please remember, Never click on any unknown links.“ - Mother Earth
Club Questions
NOTE - For the next couple of weeks, this website is going to review some of the more important lessons that all Computer Club members should take away as they head into the internet. These lessons will all be in video format, because no one likes to read that much. :)
How to Email (on various formats)
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What if your email gets hacked?
Email Etiquette
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Attaching files to emails
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August 22, 2024 - Recycling Your Computer - Recycling Your Phone - Recycling the Rest -
“If you're reading this, you lived another day. Be smart with your time, don't click on any unknown links." - Father Time
Club Questions
“If you're reading this, you lived another day. Be smart with your time, don't click on any unknown links." - Father Time
Club Questions
Recycling Your Computer
Before you recycle or resell your old PC or other computer, there are several steps to take to preserve your data and privacy, from transferring software to wiping your machine. Do you have an old unused computer lying around your house? If you are planning to sell, give away, recycle, or donate the device, there are a few steps you need to take before you say goodbye. First, you want to back up any personal files to another location. If you have any licensed software, deactivate and remove it from your machine. You can then wipe the hard drive to remove any traces of personal data. To learn how to do all this and more on Windows and Mac computers, take a look at this illustrated article. Or you can watch the videos below.
Before you recycle or resell your old PC or other computer, there are several steps to take to preserve your data and privacy, from transferring software to wiping your machine. Do you have an old unused computer lying around your house? If you are planning to sell, give away, recycle, or donate the device, there are a few steps you need to take before you say goodbye. First, you want to back up any personal files to another location. If you have any licensed software, deactivate and remove it from your machine. You can then wipe the hard drive to remove any traces of personal data. To learn how to do all this and more on Windows and Mac computers, take a look at this illustrated article. Or you can watch the videos below.
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Recycling Windows Computers
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Recycling Mac Computers
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Recycling Your Phone
If your current phone is on its way out, or you have a phone sitting in a drawer somewhere collecting dust, think twice about tossing it away blindly. In addition to all the precious digital content and media your phone accumulated, it holds a wealth of sensitive personal data that you don't want disappearing or falling into the wrong hands. From meaningful photos to vital emails and text messages, failing to prep your cast-off device properly before donating or selling it can mean losing precious memories or exposing yourself to serious security and privacy risks. To learn how to properly prepare your phone for donation or sale, take a look at this article. Or check out the videos below.
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Recycling All the Rest
So now you've recycled your old computer and phone, but what about your old stereo, or the eight-track player? Tossing out your old TV isn't as easy as putting it in the trash can. Most electronic devices require special handling when it comes time to recycle. In the Vancouver area there are several different recycling centers where you can take your old electronic gear. To learn more about where to take your old electronics, take a look at this article.
So now you've recycled your old computer and phone, but what about your old stereo, or the eight-track player? Tossing out your old TV isn't as easy as putting it in the trash can. Most electronic devices require special handling when it comes time to recycle. In the Vancouver area there are several different recycling centers where you can take your old electronic gear. To learn more about where to take your old electronics, take a look at this article.
August 29, 2024 - End of an Era -
“If you only learned two things during our time together, I hope it was how to Google the internet to find what you're looking for and to Never click on any unknown links." - Bernard
Club Questions
“If you only learned two things during our time together, I hope it was how to Google the internet to find what you're looking for and to Never click on any unknown links." - Bernard
Club Questions
End of an Era
This will be the last update to the Computer Club website. As of September 1, 2024 this website will no longer be searchable and no more updates will be posted to it. It's been a great run, I only hope you've had as much fun being a part of this as I have. It's been my honour.
I will send one more group email with a new link to the free version of the Computer Club website. The videos page is still a good reference for some tech issues. I suggest you bookmark the free version of Computer Club for future reference. Be Great.
I will send one more group email with a new link to the free version of the Computer Club website. The videos page is still a good reference for some tech issues. I suggest you bookmark the free version of Computer Club for future reference. Be Great.
