The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #10

You use a computer every day, or at least every time you log onto the Internet, right? But how well do you know the parts of your computer or the terminology associated with the software it runs? That's the theme of this week's Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle--the hardware and software you use every day. Just click on the link below to start:




The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #10



Good luck!

The People Behind The Technology: Craig Newmark

If you're familiar with craigslist you already know what a remarkably useful site it can be. But you might not know much about its founder, Craig Newmark. That's why you'll want to watch this interview that originally aired on Charlie Rose. It provides some fascinating insights into the man who started the Internet sensation known as craigslist:

Google How-To Video: "Tasks"

Got a Gmail account? That's great! Now, are you getting the most out of it? If you're not familiar with the "tasks" feature of Gmail the answer is "no." But Google wants to make it easy for you to use this helpful feature, which is why they recently released the how-to video below:

A Jackpot For Nostalgia Lovers

Here's a site I stumbled upon recently while looking for something to include in the Notable for Nostalgia Lovers category in The Senior Surfer:

Tick Toc Toys - Archives & Galleries

Want to see vintage newspapers ads? They've got 'em. Remember what the cereal boxes looked like back in the 50's, 60's and 70's? This site will refresh your memory! You'll even see hard to find vintage supermarket photos of all things, and much, much more!

If you love nostalgia, you'll want to bookmark this site!

Feline Powered Home Security System Anyone?

In the mood for a good laugh? Here's some side splitting entertainment featured on Yahoo! Video. Hmmm...this might be a cheaper alternative to a home security system! Works pretty well, don't you think?

Cat Blocks Dog Intrusion @ Yahoo! Video

The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #9

Think of this week's Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle like a word association game. Each clue in the puzzle will be either a proper name--and you have to guess what technology, company or Web site they're best known for--or a technology, company or Web site--and you have to guess either who invented it or who's behind it, as the case may be. Click on the link below to start:


The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #9


Good luck!

Remembering "The Most Trusted Man In America" With A Little Help From The Web

With the passing recently of legendary iconic journalist Walter Cronkite, tributes abound all over the Internet. For example, here's a recent article I stumbled upon on the Web site of myfoxdc.com:

Walter Cronkite: Memorable Moments

The article highlights several YouTube videos of Cronkite's most famous moments.

Incidentally, YouTube has plenty more of these types of videos featuring "the most trusted man in America," in case you're interested!

Jimmy Valvano's 1993 ESPY Speech Is On YouTube

There are speeches, and then there are SPEECHES. Jimmy Valvano's 1993 ESPY Speech belongs in the latter category. Now, thanks to YouTube, Valvano's speech has been archived so that everyone with an Internet connection can get inspired!

Google How-To Video: "Moon in Google Earth"

With all the media attention surrounding the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission to the moon, you probably can't help but wonder what it might be like to be an astronaut yourself. Now, thanks to Google Earth, you can indulge your imagination and pretend you're on an Apollo mission when you take a virtual tour of the moon!

Just follow the steps in the Google-produced video below and you'll be lifting off in no time:

"The Eagle Has Landed..."

It might be hard to believe, but it was exactly forty years ago today that man first set foot on the moon. Now, thanks to YouTube, you can experience what it was like to witness the historic lunar landing all over again. Here are a couple of videos sure to bring back the memories. Enjoy!

The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #8

This week's crossword puzzle tests your knowledge about something you do pretty regularly if you're a frequent Web surfer: Web search. How much do you know about search engines, search strategies and the like? Click on the link below to get started!

The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #8

Good luck!

"We Have A Lift-Off..."

Forty years ago today, if you were you lucky, you witnessed the lift-off of Apollo 11. Now, thanks to the power of the Web and YouTube, you can watch it all over again! Relive the beginning of a remarkable odyssey--the start of the mission that put a man on the moon!

Good Luck Getting This Dog To Share

Here's a hilarious video I stumbled upon over on YouTube. I think it's safe to say this dog doesn't believe in sharing!

Google How-To Video: "Real estate search on Google Maps"

Looking to relocate? Or perhaps you're just interested in hunting for your dream vacation house. Well now you can use Google Maps in your real estate search! The Google-produced video below shows you how to make the most of this useful new feature:

The Inspirational Story Of Patrick Hughes

Who couldn't use a quick pick-me-up on a Monday morning? Here's an inspirational YouTube video I stumbled upon that's sure to lift your spirits. Talk about an amazing story!

The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #7

Today's Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle tests your knowledge of some of the most popular Web sites on the Internet. Just how familiar are you with these titans of technology? Click on the link below to get started!

The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #7

Good luck!

Tour The Taj Mahal From Your Desktop

Unquestionably India's Taj Mahal is one of the great wonders of the world. But do you actually have to visit India to experience it? Not exactly. As long as you have an Internet connection, you can take a virtual tour with just a few clicks of your mouse!

Just point your browser to the virtual tour available on Taj-Mahal.net and discover breathtaking views both in and around this spectacular wonder!

Microsoft How-To Video: "Learn about the safety features in Microsoft Security Products and Services"

Want to know an easy way to learn a ton of information about Microsoft's safety features? Just watch the Microsoft-produced video below! You'll be surprised at how much it covers.


Learn about the safety features in Microsoft Security Products and Services

The New Improvements To Google Street View

If you haven't used Google Street View lately (at Google Maps), then you don't know about the new improvements they've made! The Google produced video below shows you how to take advantage of the new stuff:

Watch National Geographic Specials On YouTube

YouTube is a terrific video sharing site--but you already knew that! Here's something you might not know, however--You can watch full-length specials from the National Geographic Channel on YouTube! Here's an example:

Enjoy A Fireworks Show Online

Hopefully you'll get to experience a great outdoor fireworks display this year for the 4th of July. But if you don't get the chance, here's a great video from YouTube of last year's spectacular fireworks display in New York City. You'll feel like you're there!



NOTE: In observance of the 4th of July holiday, The Senior Surfer will not post tomorrow, but will return on Monday, July 6.

Have a happy and healthy 4th of July holiday!

The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #6

Internet acronyms. Surf the Web even a little and you're bound to run into them. But if someone asks you what IP stands for, or SSL, would you know?

That's what today's Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle is all about. Think of it as a fun way to get to know Internet acronyms. To begin the puzzle, just click on the link below:


The Senior Surfer Crossword Puzzle #6


Good luck!