http://www.senior-computer-help.com/computer-blog.html Here's a quick way to see what's new at Senior Computer Help.com. en-us senior computer help Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:52:40 GMT Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:52:40 GMT senior-computer-help.com http://www.senior-computer-help.com/computer-blog.html This year has seen more and more offerings of services "in the cloud". Does that sound a little, (or a lot) strange to you.? It is one more evolutionary change in the way we do things with computers. Simplest explanation is: Instead of storing a file or document on your own computer, it is saved "in the cloud", in cyberspace.. (or in reality) on some other company's servers elsewhere. It is a web-based service. The advantages of this are If your computer crashes, all is not lost. Your most valuables file are safely protected elsewhere. That's important. You can reach your document from any computer (or phone) with a web browser. That can be important. If you need to collaborate with someone else, they can see the shared document as well, from their browser. General fact is: You usually have to pay for your storage monthly. Plans start at about $5/mo, and vary by space requirements. This is easy for you to try out.. Google Docs is free. Just go to www.docs.google.com. You have a limit of 1024 MB for simple storage, (so it won't hold all your photos) and an unlimited amount for formatted "Google Docs" which can be worked on by several people in different places. Picasa.com and Flickr.com are ones where you can store your photos, to share online (or not).. There are others, like Photobucket.com. Storing your treasured family photos onlline is a great idea. Never know when there's going to be a fire, and it's nice to be able to share them with family members you don't see often. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:52:40 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/digital-photos.html Learn to edit your diigital photos to have the right size for email, crop them to look better, and adjust the light when you really didn't take that great of a picture! Sun, 21 Feb 2010 18:59:53 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/tips.html A Bonus page of computer tips to remember. Sun, 21 Feb 2010 18:44:26 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/QandA.html Questions submitted by our readers and the answers that I have given with links to other helpful websites. Sun, 21 Feb 2010 18:44:25 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/computer.xml This will be a familiar page to some, but I've added some important information at the bottom about User Accounts.. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:25:40 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/desktop.html How to arrange your Desktop to look and work the way <b Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:22:36 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/Maintenance.html Computer Maintenance needs a routine to help protect against viruses, Trojans, and Registry corruption. Sun, 10 Jan 2010 23:41:21 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/computer-blog.html#New-in-2010 Finally something really "Smart" is coming to the market.. and I want to tell you all about it... as soon as I get the facts myself.<p></p> <p>I'm excited about this because its PERFECT for couch potato like me.. and it's exactly the answer for a LOT of Seniors, who want to use the Internet for knowing what's going on, keeping in touch with friends and family, and reading an occasional book as well.</p> <p>My impression is that the new "Smart Books" will fill a need for a convenient, lightweight, inexpensive Web Reader!<br /> Also classified as a "tablet", it has no hinged lid like a laptop, but just the 10-11" screen in an attractive colored frame, with touch screen technology.</p> <p>Most important, they'll be cheaper than the present E-readers and do more! Expected to be in a $200 price range, (considered affordable in the computer world) 3G mobile broadband gives instant Web connectivity anywhere, but you can expect to have to pay monthly "data" fees for that. Gee, the included GPS system would cost that! </p> <p>It's interesting to me that although designed for the young, hip, always-on-the-go but tethered to an iPhone kind of crowd.. this sounds like a great idea for a very un-mobile, or even house-bound crowd who need<i><b> easy accessible</b></i> technology. If you use a computer for just Internet browsing, and email, this could be the way to go. Yes, it will have internal storage memory.</p> <p>Downside?? I'm wondering how it will be upgraded for the inevitable 4G networking, and how that precious screen will be protected. I'm sure the engineers have worked on that already..</p> <p>So what's the difference between these and "net books"? Same size, no lid.. this uses mobile phone apps but it's not a phone... Guess we'll find out when it finally appears for sale. Won't be long now.....</p> Mon, 04 Jan 2010 19:04:47 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/New-Years.html A short page of plans for the new year. Wed, 30 Dec 2009 20:37:56 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/A.-Nova.html Some answers about eliminating obscene trash emails Sat, 05 Dec 2009 23:58:26 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/A.-Bruce.html Some answers about making a website Sat, 05 Dec 2009 23:57:40 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/A.-Alan.html Several recommendations for buying a computer for a SEnior living in a Residence Home Sat, 05 Dec 2009 23:56:50 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/advertising-disclosure.html This is an advertising disclosure as required by the FTC. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 01:16:34 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/accessibility-aids.html Information about accessibility aids, for those with physical disabilities including links ro organizations, resources and product pages Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:28:19 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/Windows-7.html Information you <b Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:07:29 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/internet.html There are so many ways to use the Internet for shopping, learning, social connections, buying and selling, and even working from home. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:48:58 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/financial-safety.html Vital information to ensure your financial safety while shopping, banking, or selling online. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:13:40 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/MoreFun.html There are so many ways to find fun on the computer(besides games), that these suggestions are just a start. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 01:32:33 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/Internet-background.html An brief overview of the background history and basic terms of the Internet Mon, 05 Oct 2009 01:32:31 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/extra-income.html SBI has several different ways for you to make money, while you make a great website. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:29:19 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/brain-health.html Recent research in brain health confirms that we can actually create NEW brain cells as we age. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:29:18 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/Combination-keys.html Using Windows combination keys is a fast way to accomplish routine windows tasks, such as Save Document, Undo a mistake, and Close the application. Sun, 20 Sep 2009 00:38:01 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/more-information.html Helpful websites where you can get more information. Sat, 19 Sep 2009 23:59:47 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/WebSearch.html Learn how to find information or websites quickly. Sat, 19 Sep 2009 21:02:32 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/email.html An explanation of email, email addresses, and Netiquette, with guidelines Sat, 19 Sep 2009 20:42:52 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/browsers.html Explanation of what a browser is, how to use it and the choices available. Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:08:46 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/windows-basics.html Learn Windows-basics: about the Start Menu, how to Shut Down correctly and a good maintenance routine Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:39:48 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/shutdown.html Learning how to shut down your Windows computer correctly is important! Here is the procedure, step by step. Wed, 16 Sep 2009 01:44:48 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/buying-a-computer.html When buying a computer, new or used, you want it to be the right choice for you.. Learn how to choose. Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:40:53 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/First.html First, you need to know the basics: how to use the mouse, and what those keys on the keyboard can do. Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:40:16 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/PC-Tutor.html A short Bio about Rosemary Gabel, and her business, PC Tutor of Santa Maria Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:17:22 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/computer-blog.html Reading your accounts in the (WaterCooler) blog brings your tragedy much more into reality for us. The deaths of whole families is so inconceivable. May you find some comfort in the days ahead. Californians... take note! Cut down those lemon eucalyptus trees close to your homes. They're an even worse fire hazard that the pines. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 17:39:45 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/Fun.html Where you can get friendly computer help, to understand more and learn ways to really enjoy your computer. Sat, 31 Jan 2009 18:46:52 GMT http://www.senior-computer-help.com/your-home-page.html How to choose your Home Page and customize it Mon, 24 Nov 2008 19:47:35 GMT