The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 5/31/13

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet related two-word tech puzzle:

_ _ _G_E    _ _PS

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Answer:

GOOGLE MAPS

How Good Are Your Online Skills?

An interesting video I ran across recently about one particular non-profit's initiative to help older people acquire the online skills they need to survive in the digital age...have a look:

CNN Reports On How You Can Go Sightseeing With Google Maps

I watched this CNN video recently and thought you'd be interested--especially if you'd like to do a little sightseeing from your favorite chair...have a look:

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Online Grocer

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

Online Grocer (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Do you purchase groceries online? Why or why not? 

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 5/24/13

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's 2 word Internet related puzzle:

W_ _ E L_ _S     _E_W_R_

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Note: In observance of the Memorial Day Holiday, The Senior Surfer will resume on Tuesday, May 28.

























Answer:

WIRELESS NETWORK

The Right Word Makes All The Difference

Here's an amusing video on YouTube I ran across recently that will surely make you laugh:

CNN Reports On Google's Voice Command Search

Want to see Google's new voice command search in action? Take a look at this CNN video I watched recently:

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Mainframe Computers

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

Mainframe Computers (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: How does a mainframe computer differ from the one sitting your desk? What country lays claim to the world's most powerful mainframe computer?

Google How-To Videos: "Send money with Gmail and Google Wallet"

Here's a Google produced video I ran across recently on YouTube that I thought you might be interested in...Something new you can do with Gmail and Google Wallet...have a look:

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 5/17/13

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's 2 word Internet related puzzle:

_O_G_ _     D_ _V_

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Answer:
GOOGLE DRIVE

Canine Calculator

Here's an amusing YouTube I stumbled upon recently that I'm sure will put a smile on your face...who needs a calculator when you've got Maggie:


   

Have You Given Google Drive A Spin Yet?

Here's a Google produced video I ran across on YouTube recently that details what a useful service Google Drive can be...have a look:

Tech Talk Tuesdays: 3D Printing

This week's Tech Talk Subject is 3-D Printing. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

3D Printing (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Do you own a 3D printer? If not, would you ever consider purchasing one? What do you like/dislike about this technology?

How Much Would You Fork Over For A Smartphone?

I read this interesting article from CNN Money recently and thought I'd pass it along, and it got me to thinking...how much is too much to pay for a smartphone? What do you think? Read the article here:

Top smartphones may soon cost more than $200

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 5/10/13

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's 2 word Tech puzzle:

I_K_ _T    C_R_R_D_E

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Answer:

INKJET CARTRIDGE

CNN Reports On 3-D Printing

Watched this CNN video recently and thought it was fascinating--think you will too:

Remind You Of Anyone?

Ran across this amusing YouTube video recently and thought I'd pass it along:

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Spam

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

Spam (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: What do you do to combat spam? Is spam a bigger problem or a lesser problem than it used to be for you?

CNN Gives You A Glimpse Of Google Glass

I stumbled across this CNN video recently that gives a glimpse of what it might be like to use Google Glass...have a look:

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 5/3/13

Fill in the blanks to solve this 2 word Internet tech related puzzle:

_O_G_E     C_R_M_

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Answer:
GOOGLE CHROME

Google Now Is Available For The iPhone/iPad

Watched this interesting video recently on YouTube that might be of interest to you if you have an iPad or iPhone...have a look:

A Friend Indeed

Saw this amusing YouTube video recently and it brought a smile to my face...you'll smile too: