Author Archives: George Bowden

Scribus SIG — next session will be on Friday, July 3, 2015 at 9:30 AM

Posted on 2015-06-03 by George Bowden

The Scribus SIG is open to anyone interested in learning how to install and use this free open source, multi-platform desktop publishing (DTP) application.     Scribus is designed for layout, typesetting and to prepare files for professional quality image … Continue reading →

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Your profile

Posted on 2015-06-01 by George Bowden

Victoria Computer Club members now can update their profile on this site.  In the right hand column , click on Login, and enter your username and password in the form that pops up.  (If you cannot remember your username and password, … Continue reading →

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Exec meeting minutes May 18

Posted on 2015-05-30 by George Bowden

A. Call to Order 7:15 pm Monday, May18th Present: George Bowden, president; Martin Brooks, treasurer-secretary; Iain Fletcher, membership; Dorothy Cushway, clubhouse;

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Minutes for Executive Meeting May 18th 2015

Posted on 2015-05-18 by George Bowden

A. Call to Order 7:15  pm Monday, May 18th Present: George Bowden, president; Martin Brooks, treasurer-secretary; Iain Fletcher, membership; Dorothy Cushway, clubhouse; Agenda: Additions – none B. Last month’s minutes: available online C. Old Business ———————————————— 1) Seniors show.  Contacts … Continue reading →

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FULL! Special General Meeting Wed. May 20th at the Clubhouse

Posted on 2015-05-05 by George Bowden

The clubhouse becomes congested with more than 25 attendees, so we must cut off registration now.  At 23 registered, the RSVP form said “FULL”   . Just in case the BC Registry Services rejects the motion passed at our AGM for … Continue reading →

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Agenda for Exec meeting, Monday May 18th

Posted on 2015-04-28 by George Bowden

We started talking about May 4th, but later thought May 18th is better. If you have items to add to the agenda, please reply to me. I am not putting these in the forums any more, but on the website as … Continue reading →

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Monthly Presentation: Password Managers, and Apple’s cloud

Posted on 2015-04-08 by George Bowden

Wednesday, April 15th, 2pm Managing your passwords becomes critical, as you collect more and more of them over time.  Whether using just one device, or smart phones, tablets and  cloud storage, understanding good security practices is essential to protecting your credit … Continue reading →

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Computer User Virtual Conference

Posted on 2015-04-08 by George Bowden

APCUG’s FREE 2015 Spring Virtual Technology Conference (VTC) will be held on Saturday, May 2, from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern Time. The sessions are 50 minutes in length and offer attendees the opportunity to ask questions via a chat … Continue reading →

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What “computer” should you buy?

Posted on 2015-03-24 by George Bowden

Talking to a senior today about her next computer purchase made me think about the options facing any senior.  And by computer, I mean phone, tablet and laptops of all sizes. Can the choice be made through answers to a series of questions? e.g.: Are you already … Continue reading →

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Open House today, Saturday March 21

Posted on 2015-03-21 by George Bowden

Get your three free workshop passes by joining as a new member before the end of March. Workshops in photo-editing, WordPress website construction, and Windows 10 starting soon.  And if you like to lead or facilitate groups, we have lots … Continue reading →

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