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Special Series of Talks @ New York Public Library March 21st and 23rd
I’ll be presenting a mini-series of four lectures on computer-related topics at the centrally-located Mid-Manhattan Library March 21st and 23rd. The first session, for the absolute beginner, will answer the questions: Why would I use a computer?
Geez G-mail
When I'm asked what free web-based e-mail I recommend it is NOT Gmail. I know, I know. Your kids and grand kids are all over you to use Gmail instead of AOL. I agree that AOL is inconsistent and not as compatible with many handheld devices, but Gmail's design is not particularly "user-friendly" (a misnomer when referring to anything computer). I would suggest Yahoo over Gmail, but I understand that your family has more influence over your decisions that I do.
‘Tis the Season for Tech Support
‘Tis the season to give thanks, presents, and ring in the New Year. We’re all grateful for the good health and happiness of our friends and family and the good health of our computer and printer.
BCC: vs TO: for e-mail
For those of you that send e-mails to more than one person may I make a gentle computer suggestion? When you send a mass e-mail, do not input all of your recipient’s e-mail addresses in the TO: address box.
Tiptoeing Around Bad Typing
I am not ashamed to admit that I don’t know how to type. I have all ten of my digits, but I’ve typed three books to date with only six of them in use.
Tips on Tech Support
For me, two of my least favorite things in the world are a visit the dentist and a call for computer technical support. In truth, I always leave the dentist office with clean teeth and no cavities.
Lower Your Computer Buying Risks
I don’t think of myself as a big risk taker, although I did once jump off a cliff in Spain attached to nothing more than a parachute and a Spaniard. Let me be the first to say it: stupid, stupid, stupid.
Tidying an E-mail to be Forwarded
Are you receiving a massive number of forwarded e-mail jokes, petitions and chain letters? I know I am.
Go For a Test Drive
Here is yet another confession . .
Safety Tips For The Computer
Time for a pop quiz. What is the most important thing to have beside you when using the computer?
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