Do you plan on taking photos Monday during the lunar eclipse?
Many of us will probably have our cameras or phones out during the lunar eclipse on Monday, but very few of us will end up with photos of the moon and sun that are very satisfactory. Much information can be found on the web for "photography tips and tricks" for this big event, but most successful pictures will be created by cameras and phones with special attachments and filters purchased specifically for this event.
So, what does that mean for us amateurs?
1) Enjoy the event.
2) Get your protective glasses now if you don't already have them. Use them throughout the whole event unless you travel to a location that will have 100% coverage area for a couple of minutes.
3) Take photos and video of what is happening around you during the eclipse. Record people's reactions and comments during the event. (Go to the zoo to observe how this affects the animals).
Caution: DO NOT USE A FLASH OF ANY KIND! You will ruin the dark adaptation of everyone's eyes, and will spoil the show for them all!!
4) Or, just savor the experience. Use your eyes and senses to experience this once in a lifetime event.
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Tuesday, August 8, 2017
A little computer humor!
One of you recently forwarded this email to me. I laughed out loud while reading and then when I read it to John I could hardly read for all my laughing. Don't take it too seriously; enjoy this conversation between a customer and a pizza parlor. :-)
Hello! Is this Gordon's Pizza?
No sir, it's Google's Pizza
Did I dial the wrong number?
No sir, Google bought the pizza store.
Oh, alright - then I’d like to place an order please.
Do you want the usual?
The usual? You know what my usual is?
According to the caller ID, the last 15 times you’ve ordered a 12-slice with double-cheese, sausage, and thick crust.
Okay - that’s what I want this time too.
May I suggest that this time you order an 8-slice with ricotta, arugula, and tomato instead?
No, I hate vegetables.
But your cholesterol is not good.
How do you know?
Through the subscribers guide. We have the results of your blood tests for the last 7 years.
Maybe so, but I don’t want the pizza you suggest – I already take medicine for high cholesterol.
But you haven’t taken the medicine regularly. 4 months ago you purchased a box of only 30 tablets from Drugsale Network.
I bought more from another drugstore.
It's not showing on your credit card sir
I paid in cash.
But according to your bank statement you did not withdraw that much cash.
I have another source of cash.
This is not showing on your last tax form, unless you got it from an undeclared income source.
What the heck? Enough!
I'm sick of Google, Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp.
I'm going to an island without internet, where there’s no cellphone line, and no one to spy on me ...
I understand sir, but you’ll need to renew your passport ... it expired 5 weeks ago.
What do you think? Is this the future? I'm not concerned, but I guess it is something to think about.
Hello! Is this Gordon's Pizza?
No sir, it's Google's Pizza
Did I dial the wrong number?
No sir, Google bought the pizza store.
Oh, alright - then I’d like to place an order please.
Do you want the usual?
The usual? You know what my usual is?
According to the caller ID, the last 15 times you’ve ordered a 12-slice with double-cheese, sausage, and thick crust.
Okay - that’s what I want this time too.
May I suggest that this time you order an 8-slice with ricotta, arugula, and tomato instead?
No, I hate vegetables.
But your cholesterol is not good.
How do you know?
Through the subscribers guide. We have the results of your blood tests for the last 7 years.
Maybe so, but I don’t want the pizza you suggest – I already take medicine for high cholesterol.
But you haven’t taken the medicine regularly. 4 months ago you purchased a box of only 30 tablets from Drugsale Network.
I bought more from another drugstore.
It's not showing on your credit card sir
I paid in cash.
But according to your bank statement you did not withdraw that much cash.
I have another source of cash.
This is not showing on your last tax form, unless you got it from an undeclared income source.
What the heck? Enough!
I'm sick of Google, Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp.
I'm going to an island without internet, where there’s no cellphone line, and no one to spy on me ...
I understand sir, but you’ll need to renew your passport ... it expired 5 weeks ago.
What do you think? Is this the future? I'm not concerned, but I guess it is something to think about.
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Problems? Restart!
Having problems with your digital devices - TV, desktop, laptop, tablet, phone? Restart.
We've been having a variety of connectivity issues here at our house recently with our TV, internet, and smartphones. In every instance except one, a restart of the device solved the issue. So, before you call a technician, remember.....Restart. Restart. Restart. (yes, try it more than once).
Don't you wish we could "restart" our bodies? Hmmm....maybe that is what sleep is for?? :-)
We've been having a variety of connectivity issues here at our house recently with our TV, internet, and smartphones. In every instance except one, a restart of the device solved the issue. So, before you call a technician, remember.....Restart. Restart. Restart. (yes, try it more than once).
Don't you wish we could "restart" our bodies? Hmmm....maybe that is what sleep is for?? :-)
Tuesday, July 25, 2017
Setting a default search engine
Do you have a favorite search engine? Is your browser using it as the default?
If you aren't sure which search engine you are using or don't know how to set it as your default, check out this video (made especially for YOU). :-)
Google is my search engine of choice, but I know some of you like Bing or Yahoo. It really is just a personal preference. We tend to like what we are familiar with. :-)
If you aren't sure which search engine you are using or don't know how to set it as your default, check out this video (made especially for YOU). :-)
Google is my search engine of choice, but I know some of you like Bing or Yahoo. It really is just a personal preference. We tend to like what we are familiar with. :-)
Tuesday, July 18, 2017
Share your vacation pictures online.....later
Want to share photos of special activities or vacation on Facebook or Instagram? WAIT until you are back home.
Social media allows us to easily follow our friends' activities and share our own special experiences, but when we do that we are giving out information that could compromise our safety.
If you are taking and posting a photo from 50, 100 or thousands of miles from home, you have just potentially told millions of strangers that you are not at home, your home is not occupied and that it will be awhile before you return home. It creates an opportunity for someone to "help themselves" from your home while you are gone.
In addition, to reduce undue risk:
1) Don't post any status updates about your vacation or activity while you are still away.
2) Don't tag fellow vacationers; they likely don't want that information shared about themselves either. Wait until you are back home to share pictures.
3) Don't post upcoming travel plans on Facebook. Your family are the only ones that need these plans.
Just remember, feel free to share your special activities online, but AFTER you are back home.
Social media allows us to easily follow our friends' activities and share our own special experiences, but when we do that we are giving out information that could compromise our safety.
If you are taking and posting a photo from 50, 100 or thousands of miles from home, you have just potentially told millions of strangers that you are not at home, your home is not occupied and that it will be awhile before you return home. It creates an opportunity for someone to "help themselves" from your home while you are gone.
In addition, to reduce undue risk:
1) Don't post any status updates about your vacation or activity while you are still away.
2) Don't tag fellow vacationers; they likely don't want that information shared about themselves either. Wait until you are back home to share pictures.
3) Don't post upcoming travel plans on Facebook. Your family are the only ones that need these plans.
Just remember, feel free to share your special activities online, but AFTER you are back home.
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
Don't kill your phone's battery!
If you plan on trading in your cellphone or other mobile device every 1-2 years, you don't need to read any further.
However, if you don't like the price tag attached to new smartphones and tablets, you may appreciate the tips below:
1) Don't charge your phone every night. Let your device almost run out of charge before plugging it in.
2) Update to the latest software.
3) Avoid extreme heat (temperates above 95 degrees F.)
4) Remove certain cases when charging. If you feel your phone getting hot during the charging process, remove the protective case during the process of charging.
If you want to read more of the "whys" behind these tips, check out this article.
However, if you don't like the price tag attached to new smartphones and tablets, you may appreciate the tips below:
1) Don't charge your phone every night. Let your device almost run out of charge before plugging it in.
2) Update to the latest software.
3) Avoid extreme heat (temperates above 95 degrees F.)
4) Remove certain cases when charging. If you feel your phone getting hot during the charging process, remove the protective case during the process of charging.
If you want to read more of the "whys" behind these tips, check out this article.
Tuesday, July 4, 2017
3 Ways to Stay Safe
Happy 4th of July! Hope you all have a fun, SAFE holiday!
And, for electronic device safety remember:
1) Install updates....particularly the Security Updates.
Last week another cyberattack occurred throughout the world. Computer experts once again reminded people to always install updates to help keep electronic devices safe....at least as safe as they can be at any given moment in time.
2) Don’t click
While surfing the web don’t click on pop-up ads or unfamiliar links.
3) Don’t Reply
Never respond to an email or click on a link in it if it is from an unfamiliar source. Just Delete!
And, for electronic device safety remember:
1) Install updates....particularly the Security Updates.
Last week another cyberattack occurred throughout the world. Computer experts once again reminded people to always install updates to help keep electronic devices safe....at least as safe as they can be at any given moment in time.
2) Don’t click
While surfing the web don’t click on pop-up ads or unfamiliar links.
3) Don’t Reply
Never respond to an email or click on a link in it if it is from an unfamiliar source. Just Delete!
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