Take A Virtual Tour Of The Acropolis

You don't have to travel to Athens, Greece, just to take a tour of the Acropolis. Thanks to the Web and Columbia University's Department of History and Archaeology you can take a 360 degree virtual tour of the Acropolis anywhere you can connect to the Internet!

Some of the virtual highlights include:

• The Parthenon


• Sanctuary of Zeus Polieus


• Theater of Dionysos

And much more! Enjoy the view!

Inspirational Stories For Sports Lovers

Here's a terrific video I found on YouTube which you'll enjoy if you're a sports fan in the mood for a little inspiration:

The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #5

This week's crossword puzzle is a general roundup of popular terms you should be familiar with as you travel the Information Superhighway. Just click on the link below to get started:

The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #5

Good luck!

People Say The Funniest Things

If you need a good laugh, this YouTube video sure hits the spot! It's hard not to laugh out loud even!

Google How-To Video: "10 Features of Google Chrome"

If you haven't heard by now, Google has introduced their very own Web browser called Google Chrome. If you're not sure you want to download it but are still curious about it, check out the following Google produced video that highlights 10 features of Google Chrome:

Discover Some Brainy Diversions

In the mood for some mental gymnastics? Here's a terrific article I stumbled upon from the Web site of Discover Magazine that I think you'll like:

Which Brain Games Will Help Your Brain The Most?

The article is an online review of six Web sites--with links--where you can find brainy fun and games that'll help your noggin work up a sweat!

Will Guard Dogs Lose Their Jobs?

We've all heard of guard dogs, but a guard cat? Hard to believe, right? Well, maybe you haven't seen the YouTube video below. This is the inspirational tale of one very loyal and courageous cat!

The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #4

Internet security is something on everyone's mind these days--especially if you actively surf the Web. We've featured several quizzes about it and now it's the subject of our fourth crossword puzzle. For a fun and educational way to see if you're familiar with some common Internet security terms, simply click on the link below:



The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #4



Good luck!

An Inspirational Lesson From Man's Best Friend

I stumbled across this amazing video on YouTube and felt compelled to share it with you. It's obvious from this footage, that our canine companions have a lot to teach us about love and courage:

Microsoft How-To Video: "Demo: Working With Programs"

If you have Microsoft Windows installed on your computer, you've got a ton of useful programs at your fingertips. But what good are they if you don't know how to access them? This helpful Microsoft produced video shows you exactly how to find and get the most out of those great programs!


Demo: Working with programs

The People Behind The Technology: Jimmy Wales

An online encyclopedia that anyone can edit, Wikipedia is one of the most frequently visited sites on the World Wide Web. Chances are you've probably used it or will be using it soon. But have you ever wondered who's behind such an innovative site? And what inspired them to create it in the first place?

You might be interested in this fascinating video from YouTube, where the founder of Wikipedia, Jimmy Wales, is interviewed by Jonathan Fanton, President of the MacArthur Foundation:

Hello, meow are you?

I wonder what else this cat can be taught to do? Can she take messages, too? And how long before she starts Twittering?

The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #3

Online social networking seems to be all the rage these days, but if you're new to the game, you might find the terminology associated with it a little intimidating. That's why this week's Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle focuses on terms you'll likely encounter in the world of Facebook, Twitter, and the blogosphere.

Click the link below to launch the puzzle:


The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #3


Good luck!

Take A Virtual Stroll Through The Museo del Prado

It's one of the crown jewels of Madrid and now easily accessible with just a click of your mouse. What treasure do we speak of? It's the Museo del Prado, and when you point your Web browser to this terrific virtual tour hosted on Arounder.com, you'll enjoy 360 degree panoramic views of this Spanish mecca of fine art.

Admire masterpieces by renowned artists like Francisco de Goya and Diego Velazquez, among others--right on your desktop! Short of hopping a plane to Madrid, it's the next best thing!

Microsoft How-To Video: "Install Windows Updates"

By now you've undoubtedly heard, countless times, about the importance of installing the latest Microsoft Windows Updates. But how exactly do you do that? And how do you check to see if there are any new updates available in the first place?

Luckily, Microsoft has produced a short video that shows you, step by step, exactly how to do this. Have a look:


Install Windows Updates

Learn A Google Search Tip In 15 Seconds

Got 15 seconds? That's enough time to learn a useful Google search tip thanks to a series of videos Google recently produced and posted on YouTube. Here's an example of one such video that shows you how easy it is to use Google to check on sports scores:



If you want to see more like this one, we've placed a video bar over on the left sidebar that features several from the series. Simply scroll down the page till you see Google 15 Second Search Tips.

Man's Best Workout Friend?

Dogs seemingly have no limit when it comes to being loyal to their owners. As this YouTube video clearly demonstrates, they'll even fill in as a workout buddy when necessary. Then again, the dog in the video just might be working on her beach body!

The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #2

It's time for another Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle, and this week's theme is something you probably use a lot: E-mail. Think you know your way around the subject of e-mail? Click on the link below to launch the crossword puzzle and let's see how well you do:


The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #2


Good luck!

Yes, Uncle Sam Has A YouTube Channel Too

It's no secret the U.S. Government has tons of useful content online. But did you know they also have their own YouTube channel? Here's a link to an article on the official YouTube blog that'll give you more details about this recent development:

The U.S. Government Comes To YouTube

To access Uncle Sam's Channel on YouTube directly, just point your browser to YouTube.com/usgovernment!

Watch The CBS Evening News Live Online

Did you know that you can watch the CBS Evening News live online? CBSnews.com has recently announced that they've partnered up with Ustream, a leading online live video streaming site, which means the CBS live news stream will become widely available on the Internet! See: CBS Evening News to Be Live Streamed (via mediabistro.com).

In fact, starting today we're embedding the Ustream video player right here on The Senior Surfer so you can catch the CBS Evening News and other CBS news content without leaving this page! (It's over on the left sidebar)

Pretty cool, huh?

Use The Web To Stay On Top Of The Latest Retirement News

Interested in the latest information and news headlines on the subject of retirement? You don't have to look far! U.S. News & World Report aggregates the latest retirement news headlines and displays them in a handy widget you can place on your own blog or Web site.

What's more, if you read The Senior Surfer, we've made it even easier for you by placing the widget right here on our site--it's in the left sidebar right underneath The Senior Newsreel.

Check it every day!

She's Still #1 As An Inspiration

Who cares if Susan Boyle didn't win first place in the Britain's Got Talent competition. She's still #1 in the hearts of millions and continues to be a great inspiration. In case you didn't see her final performance on Britain's Got Talent, here it is courtesy of YouTube: