CNN Offers Challenging Online Games

Did you know you could play tons of challenging and fun online games at CNN.com? I didn't either, till I stumbled upon them recently...Here's the link:

CNN Games

The Senior Surfer Word Search #131

The Senior Surfer Word Search #131
Instructions: For each tech term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.

Make Your Own Word Search

Google Drive Has Arrived

Have you heard about Google Drive? Here's a video I just watched recently on YouTube that describes Google's new product:

In The Market For A Laptop? Watch This WSJ Report First

Here's a video I stumbled upon at the WSJ.com that suggests it might be a good idea to wait before buying that laptop:

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Autonomous Car

This week's Tech Talk Subject is Autonomous Car. Here's a link where you can research this topic further:

Autonomous Car (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: When they're eventually offered to the general public, would you buy an autonomous car? What advanatges/disadvantages do you see with this technology?

CNN Reports On keeping Your Computer Running Smoothly

Here's a useful video I stumbled across recently from CNN that offers some great tips on keeping your computer running smoothly...have a look:

The Senior Surfer Word Search #130

The Senior Surfer Word Search #130

Instructions: For each tech term or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.

Make Your Own Word Search

Google How-To Video: "Google+: About Circles"

Want to learn more about Google+'s Circles feature? Take a look at this short Google produced video:

CNN Reports On Instagram

Have you heard a lot of buzz about Instagram but not sure what it is? Here's a CNN video that explains this photo sharing app which, incidentally, was just acquired by Facebook:

Tech Talk Tuesdays: WebMD

This week's Tech Talk Subject is the website WebMD. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

WebMD (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Have you ever used this site to look up medical information? How often do you visit the site? What do you like/dislike about the site?

Have You Seen The Dog Who Jumps Rope?

After watching this video you'll say: "WOW!" And it should put a smile on your face...Have a look:

The Senior Surfer Word Search #129

The Senior Surfer Word Search #129
Instructions: For each tech word or phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.

Make Your Own Word Search

Google How-To Video: "Google+: Set Up Your Profile"

Not sure how to set up your profile for Google+? This Google produced video should help:

Yahoo Tech Reports On New Cell phone Legislation

Do you have a cellphone or smartphone? You'll be interested in this Yahoo Tech Video about new legislation that's designed to protect you in case your phone is lost or stolen...have a look:

Cell carriers to disable stolen phones for good

What do you think about this proposed legislation?

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Android Operating System

This week's Tech Talk Subject is the Android Operating System. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Android Operating System (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Do you have any devices like a smartphone, for example, that run on the Android Operating System? Android or iOS? Which do you prefer and why?

CNN Reports On Viral Videos

Do you ever wonder why some Internet videos go viral and some don't? Me too...but this CNN video sheds some light on this phenomenon:

The Senior Surfer Word Search #128

The Senior Surfer Word Search #128
Instructions: For each tech phrase or term in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.

Make Your Own Word Search

How Much Personal Info Are You Sharing With Marketers?

Do you know how much personal info you're sharing with marketers on a daily basis? According to this informative video from OnGuardOnline.gov, it's more than you think...have a look:

Yahoo's TechBytes Reports On iPad Reviews

Saw this Yahoo TechBytes video yesterday and thought I'd pass it along...for those of you who are interested in getting the new iPad, you might be interested to know that Consumer Reports gave it a rave review...here's the link to the Yahoo video with all the details:

Consumer Reports Praises Apple's Latest iPad

So, does this video help make up your mind?

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Word Processing Software

This week's Tech Talk Subject is Word Processing Software. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Word Processing Software (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Do you ever word processing programs? Which is your favorite program? What improvements would you want to see in these types of programs?

There's An App For That

Saw this CNN video the other day about some interesting apps...take a look: