Wednesday, December 30, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Has An Important Tip About Java

I stumbled upon this important OnGuardOnline.gov article recently and thought you should read it too...here's the link:

What's worse than stale coffee? Stale Java.

Note: In observance of the New Years Holiday, The Senior Surfer will resume on Monday, January 4, 2016.

Happy New Year!!

Tuesday, December 29, 2015

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Investing Online

This week's Tech Talk Subject is:

Investing Online

Are you a fan of  "Investing Online?" Why or why not? What are the pros and/or cons?

Monday, December 28, 2015

Yahoo! Tech Has A Useful Facebook Tip

I stumbled upon this useful Yahoo! Tech article and thought you'd be interested in it too, particularly if you're a Facebook user...have a look:

Tip: Use Facebook Lists to Keep Friends Close, Acquaintances less close

Wednesday, December 23, 2015

Get Into The Christmas Spirit With A Little Help From YouTube

Need some Christmas spirit while surfing the web? Head over to YouTube to find amazing videos like this:



NOTE: Due to the Christmas Holiday, The Senior Surfer will resume on Monday, Dec. 28, 2015. Merry Christmas!

Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Monday, December 21, 2015

Friday, December 18, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...one word:

C_ _E_SE_ _RI_ _

Scroll down to see the answer.

























ANSWER:

CYBERSECURITY

Thursday, December 17, 2015

What's The Matter--Cat Got Your Tree?

I stumbled upon this amusing YouTube video that I think you'll relate to--especially if you have a cat--and a Christmas Tree! Have a look:

Wednesday, December 16, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Has Tips On How To Secure Your Router

I stumbled upon this useful OnGuardOnline.gov article recently and thought you'd benefit from reading it too...here's the link:

Your route to security

Monday, December 14, 2015

Friday, December 11, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

_OM_I_     N_M_

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Answer: 

DOMAIN NAME

Thursday, December 10, 2015

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Monday, December 7, 2015

Friday, December 4, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

C_ _E_     M_N_A_

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Answer:

CYBER MONDAY

Thursday, December 3, 2015

Yahoo! Tech Has Tips On Getting Great Deals This Holiday Season

I came across this interesting and helpful Yahoo! Tech article recently and thought you'd benefit from reading it too, particularly if you're looking for great deals this holiday season but not sure how to get them...have a look:

How to Find Great Deals on Gifts

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

CNN's Tech Gift Guide

I stumbled upon this CNN tech gift guide recently and thought you'd want to see it too, particularly if you're on a budget and have people on your gift list that love gadgets...have a look:

Great Gadget gifts for $100 or less

Monday, November 30, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Has Cyber Monday Tips

I stumbled across this OnGuardOnline.gov article about Cyber Monday that I though you might benefit from--and just in time, too! Here's the link:

Tips for Cyber Monday success

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Watch The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Online

Since tomorrow is Thanksgiving, here's a link to a site where you can watch a live webcam of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, right on your computer screen:

Watch The Macy's Day Parade On Earthcam.com


Note: In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, the Senior Surfer will resume on Monday, Nov. 1, 2014. Happy Thanksgiving! 

Monday, November 23, 2015

CNN Money Reports On The New Apple TV

I stumbled upon this CNN Money article recently and thought you'd be interested in it too...here's the link:

Hands-on with the new Apple TV


Friday, November 20, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...3 words:

O_ _IN_     _ _OP_ _NG     S_A_S

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Answer:

ONLINE SHOPPING SCAMS

Thursday, November 19, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Warns About A Holiday Scam

I stumbled upon this informative and important OnGuardOnline.gov article recently and thought you should look at it too...here's the link:

Secret Sister Gift Exchange - Don't pay or yule be sorry

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Who Couldn't Use A Massage Now And Then?

I stumbled upon this amusing YouTube video recently and thought you'd be amused too...have a look:

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Virtual Reality

This week's Tech Talk Subject is:

Virtual Reality

What do you think of this technology? What are it's pros and cons in your opinion?

Monday, November 16, 2015

CNN Money Reports On Delivery Robots

I stumbled upon this fascinating CNN Money article recently and thought you'd be interested in reading it too...here's the link:

Forget drones, here come delivery robots

Friday, November 13, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...one word:

_RA_ _SL_S_

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Answer:

CRAIGSLIST

Thursday, November 12, 2015

Yahoo! Tech Reports On Google Maps At The Holidays

I stumbled upon this interesting Yahoo! Tech article that should be of interest to all you holiday shoppers who also happen to be fans of Google Maps...here's the link:

Google Maps Will Now Show You Holiday Hours for Businesses

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Craigslist Or Newspaper Classified Ads

This week's Tech Talk Subject is:

Craigslist or Newspaper Classified Ads?

Which do you prefer and why?

Note: In observance of Veterans Day tomorrow, The Senior Surfer will resume on Thursday, November 12, 2015.

Monday, November 9, 2015

Watch Veterans Day Tributes On YouTube

Wednesday is Veterans Day and if you're looking for some great video tributes look no further than YouTube. Just type the words "Veteran's Day" or "Veteran's Day tributes" in the search field and you'll find plenty of good ones like this, for example:

Friday, November 6, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...3 words:

I_T_ _L_ _EN_     P_ _SO_A_     _SS_S_AN_

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Answer:

INTELLIGENT PERSONAL ASSISTANT

Thursday, November 5, 2015

Funny Unless You're A Dog

I stumbled upon this funny YouTube video recently and thought you'd enjoy it too...have a look:

Wednesday, November 4, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Helps You Understand Mobile Apps

I stumbled upon this useful OnGuardOnline.gov article regarding mobile apps and thought you'd benefit from reading it too...here's the link:

Understanding Mobile Apps

Tuesday, November 3, 2015

Tech Talk Tuesdays: The Internet Of Things

This week's Tech Talk Subject is:

The Internet of Things

What do you think about "The Internet of Things?" Are you in favor of or against this type of technological advancement?

Monday, November 2, 2015

Friday, October 30, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...3 words:

_N_E_NE_     O_     T_I_ _S

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Answer:

INTERNET OF THINGS


Thursday, October 29, 2015

Are Cats Funnier Than Dogs? You Decide

Here's another Funny YouTube Video That proves just how funny cats are. Are They funnier than dogs? What do you think? 

Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Don't Fall For One Of These

Interesting and informative Yahoo! Tech article I came across recently that you'll want to read...here's the link:

The 11 Worst Internet Scams We're Still Falling For

Monday, October 26, 2015

Friday, October 23, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

G_O_L_     _ _RT_

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Answer:

GOOGLE EARTH

Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Cats That Go Bump In The Night

Recently I stumbled upon this amusing YouTube video that I think you'll enjoy too...have a look:

Monday, October 19, 2015

CNN Money's Advice On Cutting The Cord

Interesting CNN Money article I ran across recently that I thought you might want to read...here's the link:

Your guide to cutting the cord

Friday, October 16, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet related Tech puzzle...2 words:
_O_T_ _E     _HAN_E_ _

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Answer:

YOUTUBE CHANNELS

Thursday, October 15, 2015

Wednesday, October 14, 2015

Friday, October 9, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Senior Surfer Internet Tech Fill In The Blanks...One word:

C_O_ _S_ _RC_NG

Scroll down to see the answer.

Note: In observance of Columbus Day, the Senior Surfer will resume on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2015.
























ANSWER:

CROWDSOURCING

Thursday, October 8, 2015

Silly Human, You Can't Fool A Cat With A Shell Game

I stumbled across this amusing YouTube video recently and thought you might want to be amused too:

Wednesday, October 7, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Has A Good Blog Post On Cyber Security Awareness

I stumbled across this useful OnGuardOnline.gov blog post recently and thought you'd be interested in it too...here's the link:

#CyberAware

Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Monday, October 5, 2015

CNN Reports On A Recent Social Media Hoax

Interesting CNN article I stumbled upon recently regarding a hoax circulating on social media...did you fall for it? Hopefully not...here's the link to the story:

Another Facebook hoax makes the rounds

Friday, October 2, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Tech related word puzzle...3 words:

_ _R_ _AL     C_E_ _T     _AR_S

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Answer:

VIRTUAL CREDIT CARDS

Thursday, October 1, 2015

Yet Another Amusing Cat Video

I stumbled upon yet another amusing cat video and thought you'd appreciate it too...have a look:

Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Monday, September 28, 2015

CNN Money Reviews The iPhone 6s

I stumbled upon this CNN Money review of the new iPhone 6s and thought you'd find it useful...here's the link:

Friday, September 25, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

_ES_T_P     _E_SO_A_     C_M_ _TE_

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Answer:

DESKTOP PERSONAL COMPUTER

Thursday, September 24, 2015

What's The Matter? Cat Got Your Ice Cream?

I stumbled upon this amusing YouTube video recently and thought you'd find it amusing too:

Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Yahoo! Tech Has Some iPhone 6s Buying Advice For You

I ran across this Yahoo! Tech article and thought you'd be interested in it, especially if you're in the market for a new iPhone 6s...here's the link:

Buying Guide: How to Get the Best Deal on a New iPhone 6s

Monday, September 21, 2015

CNN Money Reports On What Facebook's Working On Now

Are you a Facebook user? You might be interested in this CNN Money article I stumbled upon recently...here's the link:

Facebook Dislike button may become reality

Friday, September 18, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

_P_D     _RO

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Answer:

iPAD PRO

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

No One Likes To Wait For Dinner

Here's an amusing YouTube video I stumbled across recently that proves no one--least of all kittens--want to wait for dinner...

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Monday, September 14, 2015

CNN Reports On The Latest Apple Products

Here's a fascinating CNN Money article I stumbled upon recently that I thought you might be interested in reading too...here's the link:

iPhone6s, iPad Pro, ApplePencil, AppleTV: Hands on with Apple's newest devices

Friday, September 11, 2015

Never Forget


Here are some notable 9/11 related online resources:





Another suggestion: Go to YouTube and search for 9/11 tributes. Many of these are quite moving.

We will never forget.

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Ping Pong Kitteh

I ran across this amusing YouTube video recently and thought you'd get a kick out of it too...have a look:

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

CNN Money Reports On Improvements To Google Chrome

Do you use Google Chrome to surf the web? You'll want to read this CNN Money article I stumbled upon recently...here's the link:

Google: New Chrome is faster and will save your battery

Friday, September 4, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

F_RC_     _O_ _H

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Answer:

FORCE TOUCH

Thursday, September 3, 2015

Cats And Dogs Making Small Talk

Here's an amusing YouTube video I stumbled upon recently that I thought you'd like too...have a look:

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Yahoo! Tech Has Some Interesting Twitter Tips

I ran into this interesting Yahoo! Tech article recently and thought you'd might want to read it too, especially if you use Twitter...here's the link:

How to Mute People on Twitter Without Unfollowing Them

Monday, August 31, 2015

CNN Reports On The New iPhone

I stumbled upon this CNN article recently and thought you'd be interested, in particular if you're eagerly awaiting the launch of the new iPhone...here's the link:

The new iPhone: What you should know

Friday, August 28, 2015

The Senior Surfer Internet Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...4 words:

_R_C_     CO_ _A_IS_N     S_A_CH     _NGI_E

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Answer:

PRICE COMPARISON SEARCH ENGINE

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

If It Sits Like A Human

I stumbled across this amusing YouTube video recently and thought it would bring a smile to your face too...have a look:

Monday, August 24, 2015

In The Market For A New Cell Phone? Read This CNN Money Article

I stumbled upon this recent CNN Money article and I think it will be of interest to you, especially if you're in the market for a new cell phone. Here's the link:

How to get the best cell phone deals

Friday, August 21, 2015

The Senior Surfer Internet Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

G_O_L_     S_I_ _S

Scroll down to see the answer.






























Answer:

GOOGLE SLIDES

Thursday, August 20, 2015

Yahoo! Tech Debates Which Is Safer From Hackers: PC or Mac?

I stumbled upon this fascinating Yahoo! Tech article recently and thought you'd be interested in it too, particularly if you've ever wondered which is safer from hackers--PC's or Macs?

What's Safer From Hackers: A PC or a Mac?

Wednesday, August 19, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Has Some Password Tips

I stumbled upon this OnGuardOnline.gov article recently and thought you might find it helpful...here's the link:

Advanced password tips and tricks

Monday, August 17, 2015

Got An Old Video Game? Read This

Fascinating CNN Money article I ran across  recently that you might be interested in especially if you or your kids/grandkids have an old video game...have a look:

Your old video game could be worth $12,000

Friday, August 14, 2015

The Senior Surfer Internet Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

_N_IN_        _A_C_L_ _ _R

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Answer:

ONLINE CALCULATOR

Thursday, August 13, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Has Tips To Help Keep You Safe Online

I stumbled across this OnGuardOnline.gov article recently and thought you should see it too...it's got some useful advice on how to avoid some troubling Internet scams...have a look:

Too close to call

Wednesday, August 12, 2015

New York Magazine's Amusing Cat Communication Video

I ran across this amusing New York Magazine video (via YouTube) recently and thought it would make you smile:

Monday, August 10, 2015

CNN Has Some Awesome Instagram Tips

I stumbled across this interesting CNN article recently and thought you might be interested in it too...have a look:

How to Instagram better than everyone else

Friday, August 7, 2015

The Senior Surfer Internet Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

C_M_ _T_R     S_C_ _ _T_

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Answer:

COMPUTER SECURITY

Thursday, August 6, 2015

Wednesday, August 5, 2015

CNN Money Profiles The Amazon Echo

I stumbled upon this interesting CNN Money article regarding the Amazon Echo...I think you'll find it interesting too...have a look:

Amazon built the Star Trek computer for your house

Monday, August 3, 2015

Cats Really Are People Too

I stumbled upon this amusing YouTube video recently and thought you'd enjoy it too...have a look:

Friday, July 31, 2015

The Senior Surfer Internet Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the Blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech Related word puzzle...3 words:

_N_IN_     _A_IN_     S_ _MS

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Answer:

ONLINE DATING SCAMS

Thursday, July 30, 2015

Yahoo! Tech Highlights Some Retro Commercials

I recently stumbled upon this Yahoo! Tech article featuring retro commercials that I'm sure you'll find interesting...here's the link:

10 awesome old board game commercials

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Monday, July 27, 2015

Friday, July 24, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

_N_ _NE     D_ _T_O_ _R_

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Answer:

ONLINE DICTIONARY

Thursday, July 23, 2015

Yahoo! Tech Has Advice On Transferring Files

Need to transfer files between your smartphone and computer? You'll want to read this Yahoo! Tech article I stumbled upon recently...here's the link:

Transferring Files Between Your Smartphone and PC - the Easy Way

Wednesday, July 22, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Has Advice For Travelers

I stumbled across this important OnGuardOnline.gov that you'll want to read, particularly if you're a traveler who has a habit of booking hotel rooms via the internet...here's the link:

Did you book that night at the hotel's site?

Monday, July 20, 2015

Friday, July 17, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

_ _R_U_L     _ _R_EN_Y

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Answer:

VIRTUAL CURRENCY

Wednesday, July 15, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Has Advice For Older Adults

I ran across this useful OnGuardOnline.gov article recently and thought you'd benefit from reading it too...have a look:

Older adults get into the act online

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

Monday, July 13, 2015

CNN Money Reports On Windows 10 Upgrade

I ran across this CNN Money article recently and thought you'd be interested in it too, particularly if you're planning on upgrading to Windows 10...here's the link:

Windows 10 won't be available to everyone July 29

Friday, July 10, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

S_ _ _AL     _E_I_

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Answer:

SOCIAL MEDIA

Thursday, July 9, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Has An Article On Public Wi-Fi Networks

I stumbled upon this fascinating OnGuardOnline.gov article recently, and I think you'll want to read it too...here's the link:

Public Wi-Fi Networks

Wednesday, July 8, 2015

Monday, July 6, 2015

Thursday, July 2, 2015

Watch Fireworks On YouTube

Can't get to a fireworks show for the 4th? Watch one on YouTube...here's an example:
NOTE: In observance of the 4th of July holiday, The Senior Surfer will resume on Monday July 6, 2015.

Wednesday, July 1, 2015

Who's In The Market For One Of These?

I stumbled upon this CNN Money article recently and thought you'd be interested in it too...so, who'll be purchasing one of these?

You can get this Oculus Rift VR headset next year

Tuesday, June 30, 2015

Monday, June 29, 2015

Yahoo! Tech Reports On What's New With Twitter

Here's an interesting Yahoo! Tech article I ran across recently that you might want to read, especially if you use Twitter...here's the link:

Twitter Building News Platform That Lets You Follow Events Instead of People

Friday, June 26, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...3 words:

T_ _     _O_C_M     B_ _B_E

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Answer:

THE DOTCOM BUBBLE

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Wednesday, June 24, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Warns About Crowdsourcing Scams

I ran across this OnGuardOnline.gov article recently and thought you should read it too...here's the link:

"Doom"ed false promises

Monday, June 22, 2015

Friday, June 19, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

_E_     N_ _T_AL_T_

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Answer:

NET NEUTRALITY

Thursday, June 18, 2015

Yahoo! Tech Reports On Apple TV

Interesting Yahoo! Tech article I stumbled upon recently...it discusses Apple TV...here's the link:

Where the Heck Is Apple TV?

Wednesday, June 17, 2015

CNN Money Reports On Why You'll Like Windows 10

I ran across this interesting CNN Money article on Windows 10 recently and thought you'd want to read it too...here's the link:

The secret behind why Windows 10 is so good.

Monday, June 15, 2015

CNN Reports On Net Neutrality

Here's a fascinating CNN Money article on "net neutrality" I stumbled upon recently that I think you'll find interesting...I know I did...here's the link:

Net neutrality starts today. What it means for you - Jun 12, 2015

Friday, June 12, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

M_B_ _E     _ A _M_ _ _S

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Answer:

MOBILE PAYMENTS










Thursday, June 11, 2015

Wednesday, June 10, 2015

CNN Reports On Windows 10

I stumbled upon this interesting CNN Money article regarding Windows 10 and thought you might be interested in reading it too...here's the link:

Windows 10's make or break feature: The Start menu

Monday, June 8, 2015

Commercials Are Better With Cats In Them

I saw this amusing YouTube video recently and thought you'd want to see it too...it's sure to bring a smile to your face:

Friday, June 5, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...two words:

_OW_L_ _D     S_E_ _S

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Answer:

DOWNLOAD SPEEDS

Thursday, June 4, 2015

Yahoo! Tech Reports On Google's New Photo App

I stumbled upon this Yahoo! Tech recently and thought you'd be interested in it too, especially if you're a shutterbug...have a look:

Google Wants to Store All Your Photos for Free, Forever

Wednesday, June 3, 2015

OnGuardOnline.gov Has An Important Tip About Debt Collections

I stumbled across this interesting and recent OnGuardOnline.gov article and thought you might want to read it too...here's the link:

Can debt collectors message you for money?

Monday, June 1, 2015

Got An iPhone? Read This CNN Money Article

I stumbled across this important CNN Money article recently and thought you'd want to read it too, particularly if you have an iPhone...here's the link:

The text you never want to get on your iPhone

Friday, May 29, 2015

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

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

M_S_A_IN_     _P_S

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Answer:

MESSAGING APPS