The Senior Surfer Word Search #114
Instructions: Since we're wishing all of you great health for the New Year, the theme of this week's puzzle is great health related websites. So, for each health related website in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Friday, December 30, 2011
Thursday, December 29, 2011
CNET TV Profiles A Useful New Site Called "If This Then That"
I just stumbled on this CNET TV video the other day, and it's about something I think you'll find very useful...a relatively new site called If This, Then That (ifttt.com). Have a look:
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "Introducing Google Currents"
Got a mobile device like a Tablet computer or smartphone? Then you'll love what Google is up to...take a look at this:
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Foursquare
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Foursquare. Here's a link where you can research this topic further:
Foursquare (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you use Foursquare? What do you like/dislike about it?
Foursquare (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you use Foursquare? What do you like/dislike about it?
Monday, December 26, 2011
Someone Give This Elephant A Kleenex!
Here's a popular video I watched recently that'll make you ROTFL:
Friday, December 23, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #113
The Senior Surfer Word Search #113
Instructions: For each phrase or term related to shopping online at the holidays, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Watch Christmas Classics On YouTube
Did you know you could watch Christmas classics like "It's A Wonderful Life" right on YouTube? Happy Holidays!!
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Enjoy The Christmas Lights Shows On YouTube
'Tis the season for Christmas lights shows on YouTube! Here's a great one with a patriotic theme:
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Wi-Fi
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Wi-Fi. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Wi-Fi (via Wikipeidia.org)
Questions for discussion: Have you ever connected to the Internet over public Wi-Fi? Do you have any security concerns about public Wi-Fi?
Wi-Fi (via Wikipeidia.org)
Questions for discussion: Have you ever connected to the Internet over public Wi-Fi? Do you have any security concerns about public Wi-Fi?
Monday, December 19, 2011
CNN's Got Some Last Minute Tech Gift Ideas
If you need some last minute tech gift ideas and you're on budget, you might want to see this CNN video I watched recently--it's got some great ideas for you!
Friday, December 16, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #112
The Senior Surfer Word Search #112
Instructions: For each term or phrase related to online shopping in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list:
Instructions: For each term or phrase related to online shopping in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list:
Thursday, December 15, 2011
The Wall Street Journal Offers Some Skype Tips
Do you use Skype to make video calls? Then you'll want to watch this video I saw recently on WSJ.com that offers some great tips:
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "Take Google Maps Indoors"
Do you ever get lost indoors like at a mall or big department store? Well now, Google has a new innovation that might make that a thing of the past, but you'll need a mobile phone or tablet computer that runs on an Android operating system. Have a look at this Google produced video to learn more:
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Smart TVs
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Smart TVs. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Smart TVs (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you own a Smart TV? What do you like about them? What would you improve?
Smart TVs (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you own a Smart TV? What do you like about them? What would you improve?
Monday, December 12, 2011
CNN's Got Some Great Tech Gift Ideas
'Tis the season to be giving gifts and for some of you that means tech gifts...here's a great video from CNN that I watched recently that will give you the heads up on what kinds of gadgets you might want to give as gifts this year:
Friday, December 9, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #111
The Senior Surfer Word Search #111
Instructions: For each tech term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each tech term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, December 8, 2011
CNN Reports On The Salvation Army's Online Fundraising Efforts
This is an interesting video from CNN.com, I watched recently, that shows how the Salvation Army is using technology in their fundraising efforts:
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Watch Pearl Harbor Tributes On YouTube
Today marks the 70th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. YouTube has several notable tributes, like this one for example:
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Digital Photo Frames
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Digital Photo Frames. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Digital Photo Frames (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you own a digital photo frame? What do you like/dislike about these products?
Digital Photo Frames (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you own a digital photo frame? What do you like/dislike about these products?
Monday, December 5, 2011
CNET Offers Some Helpful Online Shopping Tips
Here's a useful video from CNET.com I ran across recently, that offers some good advice for those of you who'll be doing your holiday shopping online:
Friday, December 2, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #110
The Senior Surfer Word Search #110
Instructions: For each online shopping or e-commerce related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each online shopping or e-commerce related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "Flight Search: Evaluating all your flight options"
Traveling by air this holiday season? You might want to take a look at this Google produced video I stumbled across recently:
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Shopping Online This Holiday Season? Read This
If you're going to be doing any online shopping this holiday season, you'll want to read this:
Online Shopping Tips from OnGuardOnline.gov
What's the old cliche? Better safe than sorry!
Online Shopping Tips from OnGuardOnline.gov
What's the old cliche? Better safe than sorry!
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Mobile Apps
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Mobile Apps. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Mobile Apps (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you use any mobile apps for your smartphone? What's your favorite app?
Mobile Apps (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you use any mobile apps for your smartphone? What's your favorite app?
Monday, November 28, 2011
CNN Reports On Apps Just Right For The Holidays
Here's a CNN video I watched recently that points out some apps that might come in handy at the holidays:
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #109
The Senior Surfer Word Search #109
Instructions: In honor of Thanksgiving, all the terms in this week's word search puzzle are recipe and/or cooking websites. For each one, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: In honor of Thanksgiving, all the terms in this week's word search puzzle are recipe and/or cooking websites. For each one, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Video Games
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Video Games. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Video Games (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you play video games? Why/why not? If you do play, which is your favorite?
Video Games (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you play video games? Why/why not? If you do play, which is your favorite?
Monday, November 21, 2011
Have You Played "Free Rice" Yet?
I've mentioned this before, but it's worth noting again now, especially with Thanksgiving approaching. If you haven't played the vocabulary game "Free Rice," do so now:
Free Rice
For every answer you get right, they'll donate 10 grains of rice throught the World Food Programme to help end hunger. Pretty good deal, don't you think? You might even learn a new word or two!
Free Rice
For every answer you get right, they'll donate 10 grains of rice throught the World Food Programme to help end hunger. Pretty good deal, don't you think? You might even learn a new word or two!
Friday, November 18, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #108
The Senior Surfer Word Search #108
Instructions: For each tech related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each tech related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
CNN Offers A Primer On Smart TVs
Have you heard of the term "Smart TV" but not really sure you fully grasp its meaning? You might benefit from watching this short primer from CNN:
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "How does Google Offers work?"
Stumbled across this Google produced video recently and thought I'd pass it along...it offers a quick and useful explanation on how Google Offers works:
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: 3D Television
This week's Tech Talk Subject is 3D Television. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
3D Television (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you own a 3D television? Why/why not? What improvements, if any, would you like to see in the future regarding 3D technology?
3D Television (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you own a 3D television? Why/why not? What improvements, if any, would you like to see in the future regarding 3D technology?
Monday, November 14, 2011
This Dog's Been Duped
The statue in this Yahoo! Video is so lifelike, it even fooled the dog! Funny and amazing!
Pooch Plays With A Statue
Gotta say, this one had me in stitches!
Pooch Plays With A Statue
Gotta say, this one had me in stitches!
Friday, November 11, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #107
The Senior Surfer Word Search #107
Instructions: For each tech word or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each tech word or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Veterans Day Tributes On YouTube
Tomorrow is Veterans Day and if you're looking to experience great tribute videos, you need only turn to YouTube. Here's one I posted last year...I still think it's the best one:
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
The Trouble With Online Personalization
Here's an eye opening video from CNN I stumbled upon recently that details the dangers of online personaliztion:
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Malware
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Malware. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Malware (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Has your computer ever been affected by malware? What steps are you taking to ensure your computer is protected from malware?
Malware (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Has your computer ever been affected by malware? What steps are you taking to ensure your computer is protected from malware?
Monday, November 7, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "How to protect your computer from malware"
I watched this Google produced video the other day and thought it might be helpful to you if you're concerned about the growing threat of malware, aka "malicious software."
Friday, November 4, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #106
The Senior Surfer Word Search #106
Instructions: For each tech related word or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each tech related word or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Enjoy The View From The Statue Of Liberty Online
Did you know that you can now experience breathtaking views of The Statue of Liberty and her environs right from your computer screen? Here's the link:
Statue of Liberty Cams
These views come courtesy of the site Earthcam.com
Statue of Liberty Cams
These views come courtesy of the site Earthcam.com
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Stand Up For Yourself
Here's a video I stumbled upon recently on YouTube, that proves sometimes you have to stand up for yourself, even if you're a cat! Have a laugh:
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: The Barnes & Noble Nook
This week's Tech Talk Topic is the Barnes & Noble Nook. Here's a link where you can research the subject further:
The Barnes & Noble Nook (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you have a Nook? If not, do you own another type of e-reader? If you do own a Nook, what are your favorite features of this device?
The Barnes & Noble Nook (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you have a Nook? If not, do you own another type of e-reader? If you do own a Nook, what are your favorite features of this device?
Monday, October 31, 2011
Have A Happy And Spooky Halloween Online
Want to know a great way to spend Halloween online? Just watch the horror classic Vampyr right on YouTube:
Friday, October 28, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #105
The Senior Surfer Word Search #105
Instructions: For each Tech term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each Tech term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
The WSJ Reports On Instapaper
Here's a video I watched on the website of the Wall Street Journal the other day that I think you'll find interesting--I did...It's all about a new site called Instapaper. Have a look:
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
The New York Times Takes A Nostalgic Look At World Series Programs
If you're a baseball a fan who's also nostalgic about our national pastime, you'll like this article I stumbled upon recently on the Website of the New York Times:
Get Your World Series Programs Here!
The article includes a multimedia slide show that's a must see!
Get Your World Series Programs Here!
The article includes a multimedia slide show that's a must see!
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Bookmarks On The Web
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Bookmarks on the Web. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Bookmarks (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you bookmark sites you find interesting on the Web? What do you like/dislike about the methods for doing this online?
Bookmarks (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you bookmark sites you find interesting on the Web? What do you like/dislike about the methods for doing this online?
Monday, October 24, 2011
What Will You Ask Siri?
The new Apple iPhone features something called Siri. Don't know who or what that is? Not to worry...here's a video all about it from CNN that I watched the other day. I think you'll find it fascinating:
Friday, October 21, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #104
The Senior Surfer Word Search #104
Instructions: For each technology word or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each technology word or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "Google Trusted Stores"
Just watched this video from Google, and thought it might be of interest to those of you planning on doing some online shopping this upcoming holiday season...have a look:
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Yes, You Can Shoot Great Photos With Your iPhone
Here's a video I ran across the other day on CNN's website...it proves that you really can shoot great photos with something as simple as a phone camera. Have a look:
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: GPS
This week's Tech Talk Subject is GPS. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
GPS (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you rely on GPS to get you around? How accurate do you find GPS to be? Any drawbacks to this type of technology in your opinion?
GPS (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you rely on GPS to get you around? How accurate do you find GPS to be? Any drawbacks to this type of technology in your opinion?
Monday, October 17, 2011
Will You Be Getting The iPhone 4s?
Apple recently introduced the new iPhone 4s...will you be getting one? Here's a video on WSJ.com's website that offers a look at some of the phone's more salient features:
Friday, October 14, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #103
The Senior Surfer Word Search #103
Instructions: For each technology related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each technology related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "Blogger Dynamic Views"
Got a blog that you created using the popular Blogger platform? Then you'll want to see this Google produced video that shows off some new ways to let your readers view your blog. Have a look:
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Will You Be Using The New Facebook iPad App?
Just saw this on the website of the Wall Street Journal yesterday. It seems that Facebook has developed a Facebook iPad app. Have a look:
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: The iPhone
This week's Tech Talk Topic is the iPhone. Here's a link where you can research the subject further:
The iPhone (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you have an iPhone? If you do, in what ways has it changed your life?
The iPhone (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you have an iPhone? If you do, in what ways has it changed your life?
Friday, October 7, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #102
The Senior Surfer Word Search #102
Instructions: For each technology phrase or term below, click on the first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each technology phrase or term below, click on the first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Note: In observance of Columbus Day, The Senior Surfer will resume Tuesday, Oct. 11. Enjoy the holiday!
Thursday, October 6, 2011
View The Dead Sea Scrolls Online
Now, thanks to Google, you don't have to travel a world away to view The Dead Sea Scrolls--you can see them online! This Google produced video has all the details:
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
CNN Reports On Some Great Apps For Your Smartphone
Got a smartphone? Then you'll want to see this video from CNN that I stumbled across the other day, that lists 5 free apps for it:
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Internet Forums
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Internet forums. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Internet forums (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you post to Internet forums? What do you like/dislike about the culture of these types of Internet discussions?
Internet forums (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you post to Internet forums? What do you like/dislike about the culture of these types of Internet discussions?
Monday, October 3, 2011
A Cautionary Tail
Want a good reason not to overfeed your pets? Watch this YouTube video I stumbled across recently:
Friday, September 30, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #101
The Senior Surfer Word Search #101
Instructions: For each technology term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each technology term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, September 29, 2011
CNN Reports On A News Site That Bans Anonymous Comments
I ran across this the other day on the website of CNN and thought I'd pass it along. It seems that some news sites are starting to ban anonymous comments.
What do you think of this trend? Are you for it or against it?
What do you think of this trend? Are you for it or against it?
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Ready for the MLB Playoffs?
Are You ready for the MLB Playoffs that begin Friday? Here's something from MLB.com that'll get you in the mood. It serves up a good dose of nostalgia too!
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: New Facebook Changes
This week's Tech Talk Subject is the New Facebook Changes. Here's an article that explains the changes:
Questions for discussion: What's your favorite new Facebook feature? Least favorite? Are you generally pleased with the changes, or do you wish they hadn't done it at all?
Monday, September 26, 2011
Does It Get Funnier Than This?
This YouTube video that's been circulating everywhere it seems, is one of the funniest I've ever seen. Here it is in case you're one of the few who hasn't seen it:
Friday, September 23, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #100
The Senior Surfer Word Search #100
Instructions: For each Internet Security related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each Internet Security related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Is It A Sign?
Here's an amusing video I stumbled upon over at Yahoo! Video. Wonder if it's a sign--I mean, cats palling around with rats???? Isn't 2012 just around the corner? Just saying...
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
OnGuard Online Offers Wirelss Security Tips
Got a wireless network? Then you need to watch this video from OnGuard Online that offers some tips on how to increase the security of your network:
Wireless Security
There are a lot more useful Internet tips at this site by the way...just go to www.OnGuardOnline.gov.
Wireless Security
There are a lot more useful Internet tips at this site by the way...just go to www.OnGuardOnline.gov.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: PayPal
This week's Tech Talk Subject is PayPal. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
PayPal (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Have you ever used PayPal? What do you like/dislike about the service? What, if any, improvements would you like to see them make?
PayPal (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Have you ever used PayPal? What do you like/dislike about the service? What, if any, improvements would you like to see them make?
Monday, September 19, 2011
The WSJ Reports on Facebook's New Features
Have you noticed that there have been some new changes on Facebook? Here's a Wall Street Journal video I stumbled upon recently that explains how these new features work:
Friday, September 16, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #99
The Senior Surfer Word Search #99
Instructions: For each Tech phrase or term in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each Tech phrase or term in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "Flight Search"
Google just recently introduced a new feature called "Flight Search." Perfect for those of you who are globetrotters. Here's the video they produced to explain how it works:
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
A Real Genius
The parrot featured in this YouTube video isn't just smart--he's a genius! And funny too!
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Electronic Dictionaries
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Electronic Dictionaries. Here's a link where you can research this topic further:
Electronic Dictionaries (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you use an electronic dictionary, including those found online? If you do, what do you like/dislike about them? Do you still have a good old fashioned dictionary on the shelf? Do you still use it?
Electronic Dictionaries (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you use an electronic dictionary, including those found online? If you do, what do you like/dislike about them? Do you still have a good old fashioned dictionary on the shelf? Do you still use it?
Monday, September 12, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "Find more while you browse with Google Related"
Here's a video I stumbled upon the other day that describes a useful feature that Google recently introduced called "Google Related." Have a look:
Friday, September 9, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #98
The Senior Surfer Word Search #98
Instructions: For each Tech word or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each Tech word or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Remebering 9/11 Online
This Sunday will mark the 10th year anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Towers and the Pentagon--one of the darkest chapters in the history of our great country.
As we did every year at this time, we want to call your attention to some noteworthy 9/11 resources on the Internet:
Another suggestion: Go to YouTube and search for 9/11 tributes. Some of these are quite moving, like this one:
We will never forget.
As we did every year at this time, we want to call your attention to some noteworthy 9/11 resources on the Internet:
- The 9-11 Commission Final Report - The official government report on the terrorist attacks of 9/11--all 585 pages--is available online for your perusal
- Commemorating September 11 at Beliefnet.com - You'll find readings and prayers appropriate for September 11th, here at this spiritual hub on the Web
- National September 11 Memorial & Museum at the World Trade Center - This is the online presence of the planned 9/11 museum.
Another suggestion: Go to YouTube and search for 9/11 tributes. Some of these are quite moving, like this one:
We will never forget.
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "Welcome to the Google+ project"
Here's a primer for Google+ I ran across recently on YouTube. It explains the feature called Circles in plain English so it's easy to understand. Have a look:
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Internet Slang
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Internet Slang. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Internet Slang (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you use Internet Slang in your online communications? What's your favorite or most used Internet Slang term?
Internet Slang (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you use Internet Slang in your online communications? What's your favorite or most used Internet Slang term?
Friday, September 2, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #97
The Senior Surfer Word Search #97
Instructions: For each of the Internet and Tech terms in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each of the Internet and Tech terms in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Please Note: The next installment of The Senior Surfer will appear on Tuesday, September 6, 2011. Enjoy The Labor Day Weekend!
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
The WSJ Reviews Set-Top Media Boxes
Ran across this video on the Wall Street Journal's Website recently and thought I'd point it out to those of you who wish you could watch Internet Video on your TV but didn't realize you could do that. In this video, the Wall Street Journal's Walt Mossberg gives you the lowdown on some popular devices made just for that purpose:
So, will you be buying a Set-Top Media box?
So, will you be buying a Set-Top Media box?
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: RSS
This week's Tech Talk Subject is RSS, otherwise referred to as "Really Simple Syndication." Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
RSS (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Prior to reading about it here, had you ever heard of the term RSS? Do you subscribe to any RSS feeds?
RSS (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Prior to reading about it here, had you ever heard of the term RSS? Do you subscribe to any RSS feeds?
Monday, August 29, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "Introducing Google Catalogs"
Have you heard of Google Catalogs? Here's a video Google produced to explain the new service...have a look:
Friday, August 26, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #96
The Senior Surfer Word Search #96
Instructions: For each digital photography related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each digital photography related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "Get the weather in Google Maps"
Here's a short Google produced video I stumbled upon recently that explains how you can now check weather forecasts right in Google Maps:
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Online Magazines
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Online Magazines, otherwise known as Ezines. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Online Magazine (Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you read online magazines? What's your favorite? What advantages do Ezines or Online Magazines have over traditional print versions?
Online Magazine (Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you read online magazines? What's your favorite? What advantages do Ezines or Online Magazines have over traditional print versions?
Monday, August 22, 2011
CNN Reports On Threats To Your Smartphone
Got a cell phone or smartphone? Then you need to watch this CNN video I saw recently:
Friday, August 19, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #95
The Senior Surfer Word Search #95
Instructions: For each online banking related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each online banking related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "How to add an image to Google Images"
If you use Google Image Search and have always wanted to know how to get a photo you've taken to appear in the search results, watch this Google produced video:
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Electronic Bill Payment
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Electronic Bill Payment. Here's a link where you can research this topic further:
Electronic Bill Payment (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you pay your bills online? Why or why not? If you don't, what, if anything would make you consider doing it in the future?
Electronic Bill Payment (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you pay your bills online? Why or why not? If you don't, what, if anything would make you consider doing it in the future?
Monday, August 15, 2011
Will Your Smartphone Replace Your Wallet?
I watched this video the other day over at CBSNews.com and was wondering what you think...do you want your smartphone to replace your wallet or do you prefer to
keep paying by cash and/or credit?
keep paying by cash and/or credit?
Friday, August 12, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #94
The Senior Surfer Word Search #94
Instructions: For each Internet Acronym and its meaning in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each Internet Acronym and its meaning in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Get Your Own!
You just can't trust your food around dogs, can you...the cat in this Yahoo! Video found that out the hard way!
Sorry Kitty, I'm Hungry!
LOL!
Sorry Kitty, I'm Hungry!
LOL!
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
WSJ Reports On New Developments At Facebook
Here's a video I watched recently on the website of the Wall Street Journal that I thought I'd pass along especially for those of you on Facebook...Looks like Facebook is planning some changes with their News Feed feature. Have a look:
What do you think of the proposed changes?
What do you think of the proposed changes?
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Computer Printer
This week's Tech Talk Subject is The Computer Printer. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
The Computer Printer (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you own a printer for your computer? What's your pet peeve about printers? Ink Jet or Laser? Which do you prefer?
The Computer Printer (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you own a printer for your computer? What's your pet peeve about printers? Ink Jet or Laser? Which do you prefer?
Monday, August 8, 2011
CNN Reports On Spotify
Here's a video I watched recently on CNN's Website that compares the new digital music site called Spotify to the more established iTunes...as the video makes clear, there are some very good reasons to use Spotify...which will you use?
Friday, August 5, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #93
The Senior Surfer Word Search #93
Instructions: For each digital photography related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each digital photography related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Are You Concerned About Facial Recognition Software?
I saw this video recently on The Wall Street Journal's Website and thought you might be interested in it as well. It deals with new technology called Facial recognition software and it's raising privacy concerns for some. Have a look:
So, what's your take? Are you concerned about this sort of software?
So, what's your take? Are you concerned about this sort of software?
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "SafeSearch for Google Images"
Did you know that Google lets you filter out offensive images when using their image search engine? Here's a Google produced video that shows you how:
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Spotify
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Spotify. Here's a link where you can research this topic further:
Spotify (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you use Spotify to listen to music online? If you do, what do you like best about it? Anything you don't like or want to see improved?
Spotify (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you use Spotify to listen to music online? If you do, what do you like best about it? Anything you don't like or want to see improved?
Monday, August 1, 2011
CNN Reports On "Digital Fingerprinting"
Here's a fascinating and somewhat unsettling video I watched the other day on CNN's Website. It looks like your Web surfing habits are being tracked:
Friday, July 29, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #92
The Senior Surfer Word Search #92
Instructions: For each Internet or computer related term in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each Internet or computer related term in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Must Be The Chips
Here's a funny video that I saw recently on Yahoo! Video that makes me wonder...do they have Weight Watchers for cats?
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Do You Use Google Plus?
Recently I watched the WSJ.com video below that claims Google+ now has 20 million users. Interesting to say the least...how about you, do you use Google+ yet?
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: The Amazon Kindle
This week's Tech Talk Subject is The Amazon Kindle. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
The Amazon Kindle (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you currently own a Kindle or do you plan on purchasing one in the future? Why/why not? What are some advantages of such a device over traditional print media? Anything you don't like about the Kindle or e-book readers in general?
The Amazon Kindle (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you currently own a Kindle or do you plan on purchasing one in the future? Why/why not? What are some advantages of such a device over traditional print media? Anything you don't like about the Kindle or e-book readers in general?
Monday, July 25, 2011
Google How-To Video: "How Search by Image works"
If you're at all curious about how Google's search by image technology works, you'll be interested the short Google produced video below. It gives you a quick explanation of how this feature works:
Friday, July 22, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #91
The Senior Surfer Word Search #91
Instructions: For each "Google Plus" related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each "Google Plus" related term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Google How-To Videos: "Google News Badges"
Google News has added a feature called "Google News Badges." Here's a video I watched recently that explains this new improvement:
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Google+
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Google+. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Google+ (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Will you be using Google+? If you do, will you leave your current social networking site? What do you like/dislike about Google+?
Google+ (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Will you be using Google+? If you do, will you leave your current social networking site? What do you like/dislike about Google+?
Monday, July 18, 2011
CNN Reports On Another Online Music Site
Have you heard about Spotify yet? If you're interested in listening to Music over the Internet you might want to see this video I watched recently from CNN. It explains the differences between Spotify and iTunes:
Friday, July 15, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #90
The Senior Surfer Word Search #90
Instructions: For each Internet Acronym and its meaning in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each Internet Acronym and its meaning in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Mashable.com Reports On A New Facebook Scam
Have you heard about the new video calling feature that Facebook recently announced? Apparently scammers have heard about it too and are using it for their own ends...Read this article on Mashable.com for more info:
Facebook Scam Pretends to Connect You With Video Calling [WARNING]
Remember, always be careful what you click on and keep your anti-virus software up to date!
Facebook Scam Pretends to Connect You With Video Calling [WARNING]
Remember, always be careful what you click on and keep your anti-virus software up to date!
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Just Too Doggone Funny
Here's a video I stumbled across recently at Yahoo! Video that's just too doggone funny:
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Webcams
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Webcams. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Webcams (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you have a webcam? Why/why not? If you do have one, is it the built in variety or one you had to add on to your computer screen?
Webcams (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you have a webcam? Why/why not? If you do have one, is it the built in variety or one you had to add on to your computer screen?
Monday, July 11, 2011
CNN Offers Advice On Creating Strong Passwords
Here's a great video I saw recently on CNN that offers some great advice on how to create passwords that are harder for hackers to crack:
Friday, July 8, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #89
The Senior Surfer Word Search #89
Instructions: For each Internet acronym and its meaning in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list:
Instructions: For each Internet acronym and its meaning in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list:
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Google How-To Video: "The Google+ Project: Explore Settings"
Here's a Google produced video I watched recently that gives you a quick rundown of some of the features of the new social media innovation called Google+
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Silly? Perhaps. Funny? Definitely!
Here's something I stumbled upon recently that I thought was hilarious...it's silly, but funny as hell:
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Tech Talk Tuesdays: Image Editing
This week's Tech Talk Subject is Image Editing. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:
Image Editing (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you use image editing software to touch up your digital photographs? If so, what's your favorite image editing software program? If you don't use this type of software, tell us why?
Image Editing (via Wikipedia.org)
Questions for discussion: Do you use image editing software to touch up your digital photographs? If so, what's your favorite image editing software program? If you don't use this type of software, tell us why?
Friday, July 1, 2011
The Senior Surfer Word Search #88
The Senior Surfer Word Search #88
Instructions: For each Internet Acronym and its meaning in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Instructions: For each Internet Acronym and its meaning in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.
Note: In observance of the July 4th Holiday, The Senior Surfer will resume on Tuesday, July 5th, 2011. Happy 4th of July!
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