Helpful Links
NOTE: The linked sites are not under control of the SCV CC and, as such, the group is not responsible for the contents of any linked site or any links. Inclusion of these links does not imply an endorsement by the SCV CC of the site or its contents.
Abby Stokes - Author of "Is This Thing On?" A Computer Handbook for Late Bloomers, Technophobes and the Kicking and Screaming. Subscribe to her newsletter -- read her blog spots for how-tos.
APCUG - an International Technology & Computer Association - APCUG's mission is to:
Ask Leo - Leo Notenboom makes technology work for you. He answers thousands of questions.
AskBobRankin - An interesting tech article in your InBox every day.
City of Santa Clarita
Diane McKeever - Author of 101 Amazing Computer Tips. Visit Diane's blog to see a list of Amazing Computer Tips that will help both PC and Apple users become maestros of their computers as well as proficient Microsoft Office software users. Visit it often, tips are being added all the time. Sign up for her informative newsletter.
ElderImpact - Their mission is to empower seniors against ageism by making handy the information they need to keep controlling their own lives. Their team works to incorporate market research with senior needs. ElderImpact wants technology to be accessible, social calendars to be bustling, and everyone to have access to the medical attention and other resources they need. They want younger generations to see that they can help dismantle ageism. ElderImpact doesn't want there to be any victims. They want to impact the elderly so that they can keep impacting the world.
Hazardous Waste Collection - Los Angeles County
History of Computers - From the 35,000 B.C. ‘tally stick’ to the Netbooks of today...lot's of interesting links.
How-to-Geek - Help, tutorials, tips and how-to guides for Windows and Linux.
How to Create a Website - An easy, step-by-step guide from a web developer.
Lefty.tech Computer Support - SCV Computer Club members and Judy's students have been very happy with Mark Thomas' service.
MakeUseOf - Your guide in modern tech. Learn how to make use of tech and gadgets around you and discover cool stuff on the Internet.
Pearson / Que / Informit - Another great publisher with a discount program for user groups / computer clubs. Join the SCV Computer Club to become eligible for the 35 - 45% discount.
Social Media Scoop for Seniors - SeniorNet blog.
Tech Support Care Package - brought to you by Google.
TechBoomers - Learn how to use popular Internet apps.
TechMoxie - Technology Made Simple: Smartphones, apps, passwords. Sign up for their Blog and receive their newsletters.
TheGeeklyWeekly - An ongoing discussion about books, writing, and technology by Rod Scher, former editor, Smart Computing Magazine
This Day in Technology - The history of technology in a daily blog.
West Ranch High School
West Ranch Hockey Club
Wiley - Dummies book and more at a 40% discount for SCV Computer Club members.
User Group Relations – Gene & Linda Barlow give computer club members a 1/2 price discount for Acronis' True Image backup program and Acronis' Partitioning Utility Disk Director. Their Webinars are very interesting and informative.
SECURITY
AARP Fraud Watch - Sign up for Watchdog Alerts in your InBox.
Avast - Lightweight protection that won't slow you down
Avast Secure Browser - Another browser? Yes. Because you need one that’s been built with your best interests in mind. One that doesn’t follow you each time you search, click on a link, or buy something. One that brings all your privacy and security tools together in one familiar place. So after bringing you the world’s leading antivirus, our experts have now built you their dream browser — private, fast, and secure.
Brian Krebs - Brian Krebs is an American journalist and investigative reporter. He is best known for his coverage of profit-seeking cybercriminals. His interest grew after a computer worm locked him out of his own computer in 2001.
CCleaner - Optimize your PC, protect your privacy and make things faster.
Data Privacy Day - National Cyber Security Alliance. DPD is held every year on January 28.
ElderImpact Fraud Prevention - New technology & communication, while opening the door for many positive avenues of progress, also makes us more susceptible as targets for scammers. These individuals reach out to as many people as possible under some guise until they find someone who falls for their tricks. The range of tricks being used by such scammers is always growing and evolving.
Fiscal Tiger - How to Identify and Avoid Scams Targeting Senior Citizens and the Elderly - Discusses various types of scams, how to avoid them, and has links to officials and governing bodies to leave complaints and reports. They also do a deep dive on some of the topics.
Malwarebytes - Works with your anti-virus program. Detects and eliminates malware your antivirus will miss. Employs industry-leading technology to completely remove malicious code. Removes tool kits and repairs the files they damage. Finds and removes PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs).
Naked Security by Sophos - Get the latest security news in your InBox.
National Cyber Security Awareness Month - Each and every one of us needs to do our part to make sure that our online lives are kept safe and secure. That's what National Cyber Security Awareness Month—observed in October—is all about!
Online Safety for Seniors - A Comprehensive Guide to Keeping Seniors Safe Online
OptOut - Steve Gibson's Internet Spyware Detection and Removal
Safer Internet Day - An international education and awareness-raising effort spanning more than 100 countries.
Scambusters - Internet Scams, Identity Theft, and Urban Legends: Are You at Risk?
ShieldsUp - Check your ports to make sure the bad guys can't get it. Green is good.
Snopes.com - Urban Legends, Netlore/Faxlore, Fractured Facts and More
Stay Safe Online - Stop.Think.Connect. The global online safety education and awareness campaign to help all digital citizens stay safer and more secure online.
The Ultimate Privacy Guide - The growing realization that individual privacy is being invaded, ignored, and otherwise abused, as well as the risk posed by public WiFi networks, is leading many to find out how to improve online privacy.
What is a VPN (Beginner's Guide) - The Internet can be a scary place if you don't protect yourself from cyber threats. Using a VPN is a viable solution to protect your personal data. However, understanding the ins and outs can be complex.
World Password Day - Identity theft is one of the world’s fastest growing crimes, but adding strong authentication to your password can prevent it. Whether you’re protecting your bank account, your email, or your social media, put the brakes on ID theft by layering up!
Some of the security links on the below web page were used by a student to complete her online guide for her technology class. Her mom was so happy to hear she chose this topic as it is such a big problem today. "During her research, she came across this page - it was so helpful for her presentation - thanks so much!" from Ava's mom.... Ava suggested we add this page under the Security section.
Best Buy's Keep Your Kids Safe Online
Abby Stokes - Author of "Is This Thing On?" A Computer Handbook for Late Bloomers, Technophobes and the Kicking and Screaming. Subscribe to her newsletter -- read her blog spots for how-tos.
APCUG - an International Technology & Computer Association - APCUG's mission is to:
- Encourage, promote, and enable communications and the exchange of information among its member groups;
- Assist member groups in the fulfillment of their educational and charitable missions and other activities that support those missions;
- Promote the awareness of the value of user groups to the community and the technology industry; and
- Facilitate communication among member groups, the community and the technology industry.
Ask Leo - Leo Notenboom makes technology work for you. He answers thousands of questions.
AskBobRankin - An interesting tech article in your InBox every day.
City of Santa Clarita
Diane McKeever - Author of 101 Amazing Computer Tips. Visit Diane's blog to see a list of Amazing Computer Tips that will help both PC and Apple users become maestros of their computers as well as proficient Microsoft Office software users. Visit it often, tips are being added all the time. Sign up for her informative newsletter.
ElderImpact - Their mission is to empower seniors against ageism by making handy the information they need to keep controlling their own lives. Their team works to incorporate market research with senior needs. ElderImpact wants technology to be accessible, social calendars to be bustling, and everyone to have access to the medical attention and other resources they need. They want younger generations to see that they can help dismantle ageism. ElderImpact doesn't want there to be any victims. They want to impact the elderly so that they can keep impacting the world.
Hazardous Waste Collection - Los Angeles County
History of Computers - From the 35,000 B.C. ‘tally stick’ to the Netbooks of today...lot's of interesting links.
How-to-Geek - Help, tutorials, tips and how-to guides for Windows and Linux.
How to Create a Website - An easy, step-by-step guide from a web developer.
Lefty.tech Computer Support - SCV Computer Club members and Judy's students have been very happy with Mark Thomas' service.
MakeUseOf - Your guide in modern tech. Learn how to make use of tech and gadgets around you and discover cool stuff on the Internet.
Pearson / Que / Informit - Another great publisher with a discount program for user groups / computer clubs. Join the SCV Computer Club to become eligible for the 35 - 45% discount.
Social Media Scoop for Seniors - SeniorNet blog.
Tech Support Care Package - brought to you by Google.
TechBoomers - Learn how to use popular Internet apps.
TechMoxie - Technology Made Simple: Smartphones, apps, passwords. Sign up for their Blog and receive their newsletters.
TheGeeklyWeekly - An ongoing discussion about books, writing, and technology by Rod Scher, former editor, Smart Computing Magazine
This Day in Technology - The history of technology in a daily blog.
West Ranch High School
West Ranch Hockey Club
Wiley - Dummies book and more at a 40% discount for SCV Computer Club members.
User Group Relations – Gene & Linda Barlow give computer club members a 1/2 price discount for Acronis' True Image backup program and Acronis' Partitioning Utility Disk Director. Their Webinars are very interesting and informative.
SECURITY
AARP Fraud Watch - Sign up for Watchdog Alerts in your InBox.
Avast - Lightweight protection that won't slow you down
Avast Secure Browser - Another browser? Yes. Because you need one that’s been built with your best interests in mind. One that doesn’t follow you each time you search, click on a link, or buy something. One that brings all your privacy and security tools together in one familiar place. So after bringing you the world’s leading antivirus, our experts have now built you their dream browser — private, fast, and secure.
Brian Krebs - Brian Krebs is an American journalist and investigative reporter. He is best known for his coverage of profit-seeking cybercriminals. His interest grew after a computer worm locked him out of his own computer in 2001.
CCleaner - Optimize your PC, protect your privacy and make things faster.
Data Privacy Day - National Cyber Security Alliance. DPD is held every year on January 28.
ElderImpact Fraud Prevention - New technology & communication, while opening the door for many positive avenues of progress, also makes us more susceptible as targets for scammers. These individuals reach out to as many people as possible under some guise until they find someone who falls for their tricks. The range of tricks being used by such scammers is always growing and evolving.
Fiscal Tiger - How to Identify and Avoid Scams Targeting Senior Citizens and the Elderly - Discusses various types of scams, how to avoid them, and has links to officials and governing bodies to leave complaints and reports. They also do a deep dive on some of the topics.
Malwarebytes - Works with your anti-virus program. Detects and eliminates malware your antivirus will miss. Employs industry-leading technology to completely remove malicious code. Removes tool kits and repairs the files they damage. Finds and removes PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs).
Naked Security by Sophos - Get the latest security news in your InBox.
National Cyber Security Awareness Month - Each and every one of us needs to do our part to make sure that our online lives are kept safe and secure. That's what National Cyber Security Awareness Month—observed in October—is all about!
Online Safety for Seniors - A Comprehensive Guide to Keeping Seniors Safe Online
OptOut - Steve Gibson's Internet Spyware Detection and Removal
Safer Internet Day - An international education and awareness-raising effort spanning more than 100 countries.
Scambusters - Internet Scams, Identity Theft, and Urban Legends: Are You at Risk?
ShieldsUp - Check your ports to make sure the bad guys can't get it. Green is good.
Snopes.com - Urban Legends, Netlore/Faxlore, Fractured Facts and More
Stay Safe Online - Stop.Think.Connect. The global online safety education and awareness campaign to help all digital citizens stay safer and more secure online.
The Ultimate Privacy Guide - The growing realization that individual privacy is being invaded, ignored, and otherwise abused, as well as the risk posed by public WiFi networks, is leading many to find out how to improve online privacy.
What is a VPN (Beginner's Guide) - The Internet can be a scary place if you don't protect yourself from cyber threats. Using a VPN is a viable solution to protect your personal data. However, understanding the ins and outs can be complex.
World Password Day - Identity theft is one of the world’s fastest growing crimes, but adding strong authentication to your password can prevent it. Whether you’re protecting your bank account, your email, or your social media, put the brakes on ID theft by layering up!
Some of the security links on the below web page were used by a student to complete her online guide for her technology class. Her mom was so happy to hear she chose this topic as it is such a big problem today. "During her research, she came across this page - it was so helpful for her presentation - thanks so much!" from Ava's mom.... Ava suggested we add this page under the Security section.
Best Buy's Keep Your Kids Safe Online
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