SeniorNet

Seniornet

SeniorNet helps seniors who may have a strained relationship with technology. One of the main objectives is to help you stay safe when using the Internet. Tips, tutorials, and answers to questions will appear on this page with the newest items at the top.

The group leader is Ed Sawicki, who has decades of experience with computer and Internet-based technologies. Ask Ed questions via email at ed@alcpress.com

An Introduction to QR codes

A gentle introduction to the uses of QR codes.

iPhone Storage Warnings

Be careful of warnings that appear on your iPhone screens.

YouTube Fakes

Some of the people and their voices appearing in YouTube videos are not real.

The “Ensh*ttification” of the Internet and How to Fix It

This video from Amanpour and Company discusses how the Internet (and other things) has gotten worse for us, but it is by design. This is based on a book written by Cory Doctorow.

Stories

Read stories about privacy and security issues.

Are you being tracked?

Read how to avoid being tracked via your cellphone, tablet, watch, etc.

Deep Fakes

Here's an important tip for keeping your family safe from Deep Fake technology with a Thanksgiving activity.

Newsletter privacy

Listen to the reasons why and how the online newsletter tries to protect your privacy.