I created these notes for a Barnes & Noble Nook user who was borrowing e-books from the local library and wanted to learn how to transfer them to her Nook on her Apple iMac. I’m hoping others out there might find this helpful as well! Click here for the downloadable and printable version.
Cloud computing definition: Using a web site (app) to perform computing functions like word processing, spreadsheets, video and image editing, financial management and more. Ten years ago we used the web as a resource to find information. For productivity work, we installed programs that lived on our computers as did the data. If we had extra computers or needed to… Read More »Cloud computing – Ubiquitous, Powerful, and mostly free!
One of my daily visits brought me to a growing business today. As I waited to work on one of the employee's computers, I noticed that she spent a good 10-15 seconds scrolling through a medium size spreadsheet looking for a particular entry. I then asked if I could give her a quick tip on how to search through her spreadsheet faster using Ctrl+F on her keyboard. She said, "sure".
When you push Ctrl+F in a spreadsheet, a "Find" window appears. Type part or all of a word that you are looking for (or numeral) and press Enter and BAM the entry appears instantly. The tip is quick, accurate, and extremely helpful.
Microsoft announced today that all of their MSN and Hotmail users will be automatically transitioned to the new Outlook.com format over the next couple of months. It has been an option to upgrade to the new system for about six months, but will be permanent and automatic soon. You will not lose or have to change your email address. Your… Read More »Microsoft’s new Outlook.com for MSN and Hotmail users – Video Tip
With the last major software update to iPhone and iPad, Apple added some basic yet helpful tools to touch up your photos. This short video explains how to use those tools to crop, make changes to light and color, remove red eye (if you are still using the flash), and rotate your photos. Enjoy and share!
Throughout my week, I help many people learn about their new (and sometimes not so new) iPhones or iPads. These devices are truly every bit as remarkable as the hoopla that surrounds them. Learning how to use their built-in features well can greatly increase their utility for those who choose to buy them. Today’s, tip focuses on the camera. With… Read More »How to take a great picture with your new iPhone or iPad – Video Tip
Today’s tip centers around the biggest changes in Microsoft’s newest version of Windows; Windows 8. To say it is different than anything we have seen before from them is a huge understatement. You really have to see it to believe it. In my video tip below, I discuss: The new start screen interface (Metro) basics How to get to a… Read More »Windows 8 Basic Navigation and Customization – Video Tip
Recently Google started rolling out a new compose screen for Gmail users and new Reply/Forward screens as well. Their premise was simplification and less cluttered interface. The first will be debatable by many Gmailers, but the 2nd cannot denied…it is almost too uncluttered. In summary, the font toolbar, attachments (drag and drop still works), and inserting photos have all been… Read More »How to use Gmail’s New Compose and Reply Screens – Video Tip
This article applies primarily to Windows users (any version) since virii and spyware infections are pretty much limited to Windows users at this time. However, Apple and Linux users should heed the advice that I will lay out here and help their Windows using friends and family as well. First and foremost, EVERY Internet user should read, study, and understand… Read More »WARNING! Spyware/Virus Infections Getting Nastier!
Microsoft released Internet Explorer 7 in October and although it contains many improved features, it has also brought on a slew of new problems for computer users just moving to it.