http://www.techtutorvideo.com/blog Computer basics for beginners, baby boomers, and seniors. Thu, 27 Sep 2007 03:09:00 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en We're happy to announce the Vista version of our Introduction to Computers and the Internet Volume 1. The vista version is packed with the same great content from our XP version, but also includes more exercises. (You asked, so we're delivering). We're also thrilled with the excellent ... http://www.techtutorvideo.com/blog/tech-tutor-video-news/intro-to-computers-featuring-vista-volume-1-is-here.htm The New York Times article Video Games Conquer Retirees is not a surprise to us here. Ever since MS Solitare, Games have been a great way to get people interested in using computers. While not only sparking interest, games help keep our minds agile and young. "Anxious about the ... http://www.techtutorvideo.com/blog/fun/video-games-and-retirees-yes.htm I took a quick look in my junk mail folder (which I do every couple weeks) just to see what's in there. Not to my surprise, I see more and more phishing attempts. As you know from our Introduction to Compters Volume 1 video, phishing is a ... http://www.techtutorvideo.com/blog/security/phishing-follow-up.htm Yes I'm happy to say that our Introduction to Computers and the Internet Volume 2 is finally released and is available for purchase. In volume 2, we take a next step in developing a users skills with their computer, email and the Internet. Similar to Volume 1, we ... http://www.techtutorvideo.com/blog/tech-tutor-video-news/introduction-to-computers-volume-2-released.htm I've read up on phishing, had friends caught by phishing scams, and have warned our watchers about phishing and other security threats in our Introduction to Computers and Internet Vol 1. However, I haven't been directly sent a phishing attempt until just recently. Here's the story and some pictures to ... http://www.techtutorvideo.com/blog/security/what-phishing-looks-like-and-ie7-phishing-reporting.htm Google has made an important step forward for the visually impaired by providing a specific search tool to assist the blind and visually impaired to search and find internet content built with accessibility in mind. They call it Google Accessible Search. The following is from their FAQ. "What is Google ... http://www.techtutorvideo.com/blog/the-internet/google-accessible-web-search.htm As part of writing the content for our Introduction to Computers and the Internet Volume 2, I've been searching for some of the best web sites to share. I won't give them all away now, but I will introduce you to Pandora. This site allows you to discover ... http://www.techtutorvideo.com/blog/the-internet/love-music-check-out-pandoracom.htm Tech Tutor Video celebrates its first year in business this month! Its been great fun so far. Thanks must go to those who have been sending us their positive stories and feedback. We're here because of you! A quick news bite for those waiting for our follow ... http://www.techtutorvideo.com/blog/tech-tutor-video-news/happy-birthday-tech-tutor-video.htm Our house laptop has been mysteriously slow for a couple months, and I've tried a bunch of things to speed it up, including: removing extraneous files, defragmenting, check disk, virus check, and checking the wireless network speed. All of these efforts to no avail. At this point, I suspected ... http://www.techtutorvideo.com/blog/software-and-downloads/restore-computer-performance-with-winpatrol.htm NPR news reported a great story today about Elder Widsom Circle. Elder Wisdom Circle is a group of senior volunteers who answer requests for advice sent to them via their web site. Elder participants, who must be at least 60 years old and pass a screening, can participate from their ... http://www.techtutorvideo.com/blog/the-internet/elder-wisdom-circle.htm