The Senior Surfer Word Search #33

The Senior Surfer Word Search #33
Instructions: For each word/phrase below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.

Make Your Own Word Search

Note: In observance of Memorial Day, The Senior Surfer will post again on Tuesday, June 1. Happy a happy and healthy holiday!

Have You Seen CNN's Belief Blog?

If you're a fan of CNN you'll love this: They've recently released a "Belief Blog." Here's a video they produced that explains this brand new feature from CNN:

Can We Get This Cat On Our Team?

The World Cup is right around the corner, and given our track record, it wouldn't be the worst move to give this cat a shot to play for our team. What do you think? (via Yahoo! Video)

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Instant Messaging

Today's tech talk subject is one of the Internet's most widely used applications: Instant Messaging. How much do you know about this popular 'Net innovation? You can research this topic further at the following:

Instant Messaging (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Are you a fan of instant messaging? If so, which is your favorite program and why? What improvements would you like to see in the field of instant messaging? Leave your opinions in the comments section.

Google How-To Video: "Introducing Google TV"

Seems like Google is always introducing us to useful technical innovations, doesn't it? This Google produced video showcases their latest offering. I think you're really going to like this one--I know I did.

The Senior Surfer Word Search #32

The Senior Surfer Word Search #32
Instructions: For each word/phrase below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list:

Make Your Own Word Search

CNN Has Some Important Facebook Tips For You

Here's a video I ran across recently on CNN's Web site that has some great Facebook tips you might want to know about. Have a look:

Google How-To Video: "Updates to Google Search"

Have you noticed changes to the Google search page recently? In case you were wondering how to take advantage of these new improvements, here's a Google produced video that explains the important details:

Tech Talk Tuesdays: The History of the Internet

The subject of today's tech talk is the history of the Internet. How much do you know about it? Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

The History of the Internet (via Wikipedia.org)

Question for discussion: Now that you know the history of the Internet, what do you see in it's future? Where do you think it's headed? Leave your opinions in the comments section.

Microsoft How-To Video: "Internet Explorer 8: Privacy"

Have you downloaded Internet Explorer 8? Then you have a browser with some powerful privacy features as evidenced by this how-to video Microsoft recently released:

Microsoft Showcase: Internet Explorer 8: Privacy

So what do you think about the new privacy features in IE8? Sound off in the comments section.

The Senior Surfer Word Search #31

The Senior Surfer Word Search #31
Instructions: For each word/phrase below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.

Make Your Own Word Search

You Gotta Catch Those Z's

Even a cat knows, that you can't surf the Web all the time--sometimes you need a nap. I just hope it wasn't The Senior Surfer that put this one to sleep! (via Yahoo! Video)

Have You Looked Yourself Up Online Lately?

There's a remarkable amount of information online about virtually any subject. But, then, you already knew that. Here's something you might not know: There's a good chance that there's plenty of information about YOU online as well. That's what this CNN video I stumbled upon recently, suggests:



So what do you think, after watching the video? Is this something you're concerned about? Sound off in the comments section.

Tech Talk Tuesdays: AntiVirus Software

Today's tech talk subject is about something everyone should have installed and up-to-date on their computers:

Antivirus Software (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: What's your favorite antivirus program and why? What would you like to see improved in the field of antivirus technology? Post your opinions in the comments section!

Remembering A Broadcasting Legend With A Little Help From The Web

Last week, Ernie Harwell, one of the most popular figures of the broadcasting world, passed away. Here are a few links from around the Web where you can learn more about this legendary icon:

• Wikipedia's article on Ernie Harwell

• Ernie Harwell quotes at Baseball-Almanac.com

• A Squidoo "Lens" about Ernie Harwell

Got a site you want to recommend about Ernie Harwell? Post it in the comments section.

The Senior Surfer Word Search #30

The Senior Surfer Word Search #30
Instructions: For each word/phrase below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.

Make Your Own Word Search

Those Zany Animals

Here's a video I stumbled upon recently at Yahoo! Video that you'll enjoy if you're an animal lover with a sense of humor:

How Much Of Your Info Does Facebook Share?

Are you one of the hundreds of millions of Facebook users? Are you concerned about privacy on the Internet? Then you'll want to watch this story that recently appeared on CNN.com:



What do you think about this CNN story? Post your opinions in the comments section.

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Search Engines

Today's tech talk subject is probably something you use every day--or nearly every day--as you surf the Web: Search Engines. Here's a link where you can conduct further research on today's topic:

Search Engines (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: What's your favorite search engine and why? What kinds of improvements do you want to see in the future regarding search engines? Post your opinions in the comments section.

Google How-To Video: "Earth View in Google Maps"

Here's some great news for those of you who use Google Maps. They just added a new 3D feature that you can access right in your browser. The Google produced video below explains how: