Tag: Senior tech skills
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Teaching “Why” not “How”for seniors who want to learn tech
I have been teaching Seniors how to use computers in one way or another of over 20 years. I am always trying to find new ways to get the most difficult concepts across. I also spend a lot of time listening to them about why they hate computers and why they think that computers are…
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New training room for Adult and senior computer classes
New training room for Adult and senior computer classes! While some people would think this is mostly just setting up a new computers and tables and call it done. This computer training room has been deigned from the ground up to help get some of the most difficult concepts for seniors who are trying to…
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Senior Classes!
Learning technology might seem intimidating, especially if you’re new to it or haven’t had much exposure. But here in Lithgow, NSW, our approach to tech education is all about making it accessible, friendly, and tailored to your pace. Our tech courses are designed specifically for individuals who might feel a bit hesitant or unsure about…
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Scams, Fake Post text messages
I try to warn people of scams all the time. Most of my social media posts are about scams and how to avoid them. Almost always there is one person who arrogantly mentions how they spotted a scam because “I don’t have a package coming”, or “I don’t use Netflix”. as if they outsmarted the…
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Lithgow Computer training classes Dec 23
Welcome one and all to the List of classes for Lithgow Computer training classes Dec 23. These classes are for Adults and Seniors by Kevin “Mac” Mason. December 6th Get to know your Mac 11:30-12:30 This class covers the basics of using your Mac. We talk about how to use Finder, Back up your computer…
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The interesting case of the iPad that would not boot
We can’t win them all. This was one of them. While some people would say that Maybe I should not write blog posts about when I was not able to repair a iPad I feel that it is better to be honest about such things. After all the problem with this one was not that…
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The interesting case of the rebooting Mac
Cracked Macbook Screen , The interesting case of the rebooting Mac
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How to Become a Twitch Streamer
A Step-by-Step Guide Are you an avid gamer with a passion for sharing your gaming experiences with others? If so, becoming a Twitch streamer might be the perfect avenue for you to turn your gaming hobby into a potential career. Twitch, the popular streaming platform, has opened up a world of opportunities for gamers to…
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Do you really need to update your Mac?
There is a lot of fear people have with updating their software. When I try to solve a problem with a customer’s Macbook or iPhone I always ask “When was the last time you updated your Mac? They often tell me “I don’t know” or “I don’t update”. I understand why people would not know…
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Personal Technology courses for seniors
I have been teaching Technology courses for seniors for a very long time. I have heard their stories and I understand that the world of computers and smartphones can be daunting for anyone over the age of 40. I also know that our seniors are some of the most brilliant people out there. The problem…