Internet & Cloud Computing   

This class will examine the numerous streaming options available to us, cover exactly what is needed for equipment (if any), and how much we should expect to pay. There will be ample time for student questions. This class is by demonstration and handouts; no computers or tablets are required.

The importance of computer chips (also known as semiconductors or integrated circuits) cannot be overstated. These tiny yet powerful components are at the heart of modern technology. Computer chips serve as the building blocks for electronic devices, from smartphones and laptops to servers and supercomputers. Power in the modern world – military, economic, geopolitical – is built on a foundation of computer chips.

Access to cutting-edge chip technology is crucial for military systems, including radar, communication, and encryption. Nations vie for control over chip manufacturing to ensure their security and defense capabilities. The United States has dominated advances in chips, but that edge is in danger of slipping. China is pouring billions into a project to catch up. The United States and China are engaged in a high-stakes race to dominate chip production. Making computer chips has become the new arms race.

In this class, you'll learn how to organize and manage your photos on your iPad by using iCloud, working with albums, sharing photos on social media, and editing them. This class is exclusively for iPads, so please bring your fully charged device. Note that the class will be taught using iPadOS 18, which may operate differently from previous iOS versions.

This class will examine the numerous streaming options available to us, cover exactly what is needed for equipment (if any), and how much we should expect to pay. There will be ample time for student questions. This class is by demonstration and handouts; no computers or tablets are required.

This course answers two basic questions: What is the Apple iCloud? How can I make it work for me? This is a hands-on class with step-by-step handouts and ample time for student questions. Students must know their Apple ID and password and bring their fully charged iPad/iPhone with them to class.

Digital ID Theft was almost non-existent in 1997. There were 1.4 million identity reports received by the FTC in 2020. What is Identity Theft and how can I reduce my digital footprint? How can I tell if my P.I.I., Personally Identifiable Information has been compromised? What's the difference between a "fraud" alert and a credit freeze? How can I check to see if a phone number is legitimate without calling the number? Are there proactive steps I can take, such as a software like "LifeLock?" Who do I call if I think or am sure I've had my ID stolen? All of these questions will be answered. Please bring your questions, suggestions, cell phone or laptop.