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Chromebook’s planned obsolescence

Though I am still a promoter of Chromebooks, we must now be aware of Chromebook’s planned obsolescence, and take extra extra care when buying a chromebook.

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Additonal Security Tips

Dorothy taught the Monday class on March 26, continuing on from George’s previous Security slides referring to passwords, Last Pass and how to become secure with your accounts. Here is a link to Dorothy’s class notes on her ideas of … Continue reading

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Android Class – March 15, 2018

Started with everyone checking in Play Store to ensure their apps are up to date.  Explained how to do this by pressing the 3 bars in the top left of the program.  My apps and games, and it will show … Continue reading

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Begin Computing

Over the past few weeks, Charles has been organizing and teaching the photo gallery project. First, there was the presentation of the survey results, from which we chose the photo album project Then the January 29th overview of Organizing Photos … Continue reading

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Draw winners

John O’hara (November), Joan Greig (December), Julie Anderson (January) and Dieter Hettstedt (February) were the winners of the monthly draw for a $20 gift certificate from London Drugs (purchased by the club). Sessions with a drop-in fee (Mondays and Thursdays) … Continue reading

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Annual General Meeting Highlights, January 23rd 2018

The Victoria Computer Club Annual General Meeting, was held January 23rd 1:30pm at 286 Hampton Road Saanich (Silver Threads). Formal minutes will be available soon.  In the meantime, here are some highlights: George gave a short presentation, on the training … Continue reading

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Computer Basics, Windows 10, Session 1

How we can make it work better for us. Tips & Tricks by Charles Kim December 18, 2017  at Computer Basics Click here to download the PDF 

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Professional Scammer Charges Credit Card $950

“He didn’t say he was a scammer, so…” By the definition of paid vs unpaid services, a scammer is a professional.  Since some professionals are certified and ethical, is everyone who charges lots, ethical?   Victims actually believe when they are … Continue reading

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Getting Started With Genealogy, and Conventions

Slides from Getting Started With Genealogy, Mon. Dec 4 2017. The list of links is on page 28 Genealogy Conventions, Thurs Dec 7 Historical Timeline, Thurs. Dec 7

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Tues. Nov. 28: Are Chromebook Laptops Better for Seniors? Now No Drop-in Fee

Staples Technology Expert Sean Cleaver, alongside of Tara Smith Manager at Staples Victoria present the benefits of Chromebook laptops for seniors. They will be providing a hands-on demonstration and open discussion (where questions are welcomed) to help explain their suitablility … Continue reading

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