The Senior Surfer Word Search #149

The Senior Surfer Word Search #149
Instructions: For each computer or Internet technology word/phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.

Make Your Own Word Search

NOTE: In observance of the Labor Day Holiday, The Senior Surfer will post again on Tuesday, September 4, 2012.

WSJ.com Reports New Methods Websites Use To Track Your Online Activity

I ran across the article at WSJ.com yesterday and thought you'd be interested--especially if you value your privacy and security online...have a look:

Latest in Web Tracking: 'Stealthy Supercookies'

So, what do you think about this new technology?

Doggone Tired

I saw this hilarious video from CNN the other day about a bulldog that just can't keep from falling asleep and  thought you might like it too...have you seen it? Take a look:

Tech Talk Tuesday: Apple TV

This week's Tech Talk Topic is Apple TV. Here's a link where you can research the subject further:

Apple TV (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: From what you've read or heard about Apple TV, what do you think of the product? Is this something you're looking forward to?

Google How-To Video: "Google Wallet: Shopping Safe and Sound

I watched this Google produced video recently that explains the security features of Google Wallet and thought you might be interested...have a look:

The Senior Surfer Word Search #148

The Senior Surfer Word Search #148

Instructions: For each Internet/computer related technology 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

CBS News Reports On The Safety Of Cloud Computing

I saw this interesting video on CBSnews.com the other day about the safety of cloud computing and thought you might be interested...have a look:

WSJ.com Reports On Apple's Plans For The Future Of Television

Here's an interesting video I stumbled upon recently from WSJ.com that explains what Apple's plans are for the future of TV...have a look:

Tech Talk Tuesday: Push Technology

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

Push Technology ( via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: What do you think about Push Technology? Is it useful to you? How?

The Funny Things Cats Do

You know that innocent look your cat gives you? Don't buy it! Via CNN:

The Senior Surfer Word Search #147

The Senior Surfer Word Search #147
Instructions: For each Internet or computer tech related word/phrase in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.

Make Your Own Word Search

Have You Tried The Google Search App?

Here's an interesting video I stumbled across yesterday that shows how the enhanced voice search feature works on the Google search app for your smartphone:

A Skateboarding Goat??

Here's at least one thing a goat can do that I can't--skateboard! Via YouTube:

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Google Knowledge Graph

This week's Tech Talk Topic is the Google Knowledge Graph. Here's a link where you can research this subject further:

Google Knowledge Graph (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: What's your impression of the Google Knowledge Graph? Have you found it helpful when you've conducted searches on Google?

Google How To Videos: "Explore lists and collections with Google search"

I recently ran across this video from Google, that explains a new feature of their search engine...have a look:

The Senior Surfer Word Search #146

The Senior Surfer Word Search #146
Instructions: For each computer technology 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

That's One Smart Dog

Here's a YouTube video that'll put a smile on your face while have you marveling at how smart dogs can be:

WSJ.com Reports On Prepaid Mobile

I watched this video recently from WSJ.com and thought it might interest you if you've ever considered prepaid mobile...have a look:

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Google Wallet

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


Google Wallet (via Wikipedia.org)


Questions for discussion: What do you think of this new technology from Google? Do you think cash and credit cards will become obsolete? Do you welcome this innovation? 

Are You Ready For Google Wallet?

I saw this Google produced video for one of their latest innovations, Google Wallet and thought you might find it interesting--I know I did...take a look:

 

The Senior Surfer Word Search #145

The Senior Surfer Word Search #145
Instructions: For each tablet computer in the puzzle below, click on its first and last letter to cross it off the list.

Make Your Own Word Search

Yahoo Tech Reports On A New Malware Threat

I read this on Yahoo! Tech News  recently and thought I'd pass it along...it's a reminder that you should never let your guard down online:


Warning: Fake Facebook Photo Notifications Contain Malware

CNN Reports On Summer Travel Apps

I saw this CNN video about summer travel apps and thought I'd pass it along...if you're going on vacation, these apps might come in handy...have a look: