In this edition of NOOZ:
- POSSIBLE Advertising in Your Newsletter
- Information for Editors
- 2017 Q3 Reports
- Is Your Group’s Website Protected with an SSL Certificate?
- APCUG’s Facebook Page
- Summer VTC Reminder – August 19
- POSSIBLE Advertising for Your Newsletter– From the April NOOZ: MANY GROUPS LOOK FOR ADVERTISING LIKE WE HAD BACK-IN-THE-DAY. DID ANY GROUP TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS OFFER?
APCUG does not endorse this product but is just passing the information on to member groups. We don’t have any more information than what is below.
Paul Bordenkircher, OPe Technologies, is interested in finding out whether there are opportunities to advertise in your newsletters or emails.
According to him, it’s a cloud storage solution, more secure version of Dropbox, with on-device encryption and higher security standards than the big guys. It’s planned for release in late-August. He thinks APCUG groups would “get” the need for this product before most other users.
Company Name: OPe Technologies
Contact Name: Paul Bordenkircher
Office: 251 299 2199
paul.bordenkircher@opelabs.com
Contact form also on website: OPeTechnologies.com
- Info for Editors
From Judy: Terry Harvey, Wisconsin All-Computer Users Group (WAUC) really enjoyed Cynthia’s WorldStart Tech Tips and added the below comment under one of her tips. I say enjoyed, since WorldStart has closed its doors; Cynthia bought the rights to all the ‘old’ tech tips/articles/digital guides and is continuing to upload new tech tips every day at her website: https://cynmackley.com/ I have received permission from Cynthia for APCUG-member group editors to include her tips in their newsletters.
“Won’t you please give a shout out to computer clubs/groups/user groups? Some people don’t even know they exist. I’ve been a member of the Wisconsin All-computer Users Group (WAUC) for 20+ years. It’s so awesome. And….the best part of it is, the more you involve yourself, the more you learn. Our motto is, “Let us help you get the most out of your computer. We are located in Milwaukee, WI and I know you have very loyal readers in this area.”
From Cynthia: “That’s a great idea Terry, there are a lot of local computer groups out there that help their members out a lot. So how about this. If you’re a member of a local computer group or an organization that offers tech help to people, why don’t you let us know in the comments? Groups and non-profits only, no businesses.”
Please use this type of attribution information:
Tech Definition: What’s a thread?
By Cyn Mackley, Tech Whisperer & Mystery Writer
July 21, 2017
https://cynmackley.com/2017/07/21/tech-definition-whats-a-thread/ (or a Tiny, Bitly or Google shortened URL)
- 2017 Q3 Reports
In this issue, you will find meeting ideas, what is happening in other groups, and a list of the latest updates uploaded to Jere’s Tech Tips column on APCUG’s website as well as the new Apple Tech Tips column. They are updated a minimum of once a week or more often as he and others find tips they think you would be interested in knowing about. Gabe also has his usual Tips for User Groups. I think you will find interesting information on each page.
- Is Your Group’s Website Protected with an SSL Certificate?
SSL establishes an encrypted link between your web server and your visitor’s web browser. This ensures that all data passed between the two remains private and secure. Google highly recommends all websites be secure with an SSL certificate. Your first step should be to check with the ISP that hosts your website and ask about what they offer in the way of SSL certificates.
This link takes you to an article on how to get a free SSL certificate: http://bit.ly/2vg2TF2
This article also has information on obtaining an SSL certificate: http://bit.ly/2v8mPIU
Let’s Encrypt https://letsencrypt.org/ is a site that offers free SSL certificates that work with many hosting companies.
- APCUG’s Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/APCUG/)
If your group is on Facebook, have you and your group liked APCUG’s page? Have you let your members know APCUG has a presence on Facebook and that we encourage them to like the page? Lots of great information and tips are posted regularly. For information on how your group can connect with APCUG’s Facebook page, click on these links: http://bit.ly/2tKHaAR / https://www.screencast.com/t/fewRFb9P
- Reminder – FREE August 19 Summer VTC
A few members can get together and watch the sessions together. Or, members can ‘attend’ different presentations at home in their bathrobes and fuzzy slippers and give reports at their next general meeting. Or, if your group meets on August 19, attendees can watch live one or more of the presentations for their meeting. The Quad-Cites Computer Society has had Tailgate parties in their meeting room with attendees bringing the refreshments. Of course, groups also use the VTC videos for meeting presentations.
Descriptions and Bios at: www.apcug2.org
Register at: https://apcug-summer-2017-vtc.eventbrite.com
TRACK 1
Pi-hole ad blocker
Home Automation Security
Finding Tech Information on Medium.com
TRACK 2
GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) – Why You Shouldn’t Get Lost!
Chromebooks are for Seniors
Ideas for Revitalizing Your Computer Club