THE SOUNDBOARD
Web Edition - February 2002
Website: www.hvcomputerclub.org
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Mark Your Calendar -- COMING EVENTS!
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Heritage Hall WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2002 10:00 - 11:30 am Demonstrating the techniques used by the Graphic/Web SIG Group. I.e.: Scanning pictures & Slides and original & assembled art.
Presented by: Ken Pelletier, Barbara Adamchak & Magdalene Shuster
**************** PRESIDENT'S CORNER In the past, the membership has been seriously confused as to when their membership was up for renewal. This has resulted in an unusual number of delayed renewals, an unnecessary number of reminder cards to be mailed, and chaos for the members, the membership committee, and the Treasurer. Effective immediately the HVCC will send renewal cards to each member during their month of renewal, apprising them, this is the time to renew, how to renew, and the dues amount to render. February is the first full month in which these cards are being sent. In addition, cards are being sent to members whose renewal dates have passed in order to make them aware that we are not in receipt of their renewals at the time of this notice. Everyone I have spoken with about this change has enthusiastically endorsed it as the only way to streamline this process. The Board and I are confident this will improve the overall operation of the club. -Ken Pelletier
**************** POWERPOINT VIEWER. PowerPoint is an impressive software package and it has a hefty price tag. If you are interested only in opening and viewing PowerPoint presentations, download the free PowerPoint Viewer for Windows95/98/2000/NT/ME at: http://office.microsoft.com/downloads/9798/ppview97.aspx It supports PowerPoint 2000 files as well as those files created with previous versions of PowerPoint.
CLOSE MULTIPLE WINDOWS By holding down CTRL and clicking on each button in the taskbar. Then, RIGHT CLICK on any one of those and select "CLOSE" from the pop up menu. If you failed to save any open files, a prompt will remind you. COMPLAINT CENTER "The Internet Fraud Complaint Center is a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the National White Collar Crime Center. For victims of Internet fraud, IFCC provides a convenient and easy-to-use reporting mechanism that alerts authorities of a suspected criminal and civil violation." Now, of course WE aren't going to become victimized by Internet fraud; but just in case, it might be a good idea to keep this URL handy. Column is Courtesy of: neatnettricks silver.lyris.net KEYBOARD LAYOUTS FOR PEOPLE WHO TYPE WITH ONE HAND OR FINGER MAKING IT EASIER FOR PEOPLE TO TYPE WITH TWO HANDS, ONE HAND OR ONE FINGER Overview Microsoft distributes keyboard layouts (called "Dvorak" layouts) to help make the most frequently typed characters on a keyboard more accessible to people who have difficulty using the standard keyboard layout (called the "QWERTY" layout). Dvorak layouts reduce the amount of motion required to type common English text. This may help avoid some types of repetitive strain injuries associated with typing. Studies have also shown an increase in typing speed and accuracy when using the Dvorak layout for two hands. Use this link: http://www.safetyalerts.com for free comprehensive recall information on foods, drugs, consumer products, and automobiles. Recent studies related to health and safety are also posted online. Check the dates on these. Some are years old; others are as current as today. ******************** The easy way to teach children the value of money is to borrow from them. ******************** INTERNET EXPLORER SHORTCUT KEYS In Microsoft Internet Explorer, you can add "www." to the beginning and ".com" to the end of the text typed in the Address bar. This does not always work in Netscape. To do this type a word, like "google", in the address bar and hit ENTER. You can also type in "www.google" and hit ENTER to add the "http://" and the "..com".. If the page you are looking for does not show up, you will at least get a search engine that lists web entries that they think matches your typed word. ******************** FIND SOMETHING ON A WEB PAGE Use your CTRL key and the keyboard F key. A window pops up. In the space provided, type the word you're looking for and click on the FIND BUTTON or the FIND NEXT button. This also works in MSWord documents.
TIP: If you forget to add Web pages to your FAVORITES or LINKS bar, click the HISTORY button on the toolbar. The HISTORY list shows where you've been today, yesterday, or a few weeks ago. Click a name from the list to display the page(s). ******************** A Warm WelcomeTO OUR NEW MEMBERS:S. W. Bailey Virginia Borkowski Edwin & Harriet Dauber Charles & Peggy Fee Nancy Fields Helene Friedman Howard & Anita Hagen George Hogan Lisa Hoffman David & Janet Lubell Joan Nalband Mary Louise Reilly Robert & Sandra Schaefer Barbara Swanson Aline Young ****************** Money is the root of all evil, and man & woman needs roots. ****************** S.O.S. - HVCC Help Line:Ken Pelletier 264-2310 Bob Greene 264-9747 Several members have volunteered to assist in the help duties and are available between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. They have specified the particular areas in which they are experienced. Give them an opportunity to assist you with your problems.
All help personnel are volunteers who will try to walk you through a computer problem that you may be experiencing. If that does not resolve the problem, it is suggested that you bring the specifics of your problem to our Open House (Tues. & Thur., 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.). Members are encouraged to offer volunteer assistance when they are able. If none of these suggestions fixes the problem, your only recourse is to seek professional help. It is not the Club's policy to recommend professional computer technicians. Usually the best technical help will come from the manufacturer of your computer and you may even be under a warrantee program. ******************** BE CAUTIOUS when using 809 area codes: The INTERNET SCAM again rears its ugly head, and this particular scam is still prevalent. Please read the whole story on the following links: AT&T's fraud information page: http://www.att.com/fraud/three
Original Site For This Scam Announcement: http://www.scambusters.org/809Scam.html DON’T FORGET to check on this site every so often: http://www.urbanlegends.com/ulz/ ***************** CLASSES Computing Basics ILIMIT 8 STUDENTS MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAYS March 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 15 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Six Sessions: $20.00 Goal: To learn what a computer is and to learn the basics needed to successfully operate it. Description: Identify computer components including HARDWARE parts; efficient use of the MOUSE; the KEYBOARD; SOFTWARE programs that are installed to perform desired functions, e.g., word processing, spreadsheets; become familiar with the installed operating system and learn the basics needed for effective use; create and save text. Prerequisite - Personal computer with Windows 95, 98, Me or XP Backing Up Your DataLIMIT 20 STUDENTS MONDAY, WEDNESDAY March 4, 6 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m Two Sessions: $10.00 Description: Learn how to safeguard critical data and programs from computer hard drive crashes. Learn how to use zip drives and other backup devices. Prerequisite - Access to personal computer with Windows 95, 98, ME, XP or Mac. Completion of Computing Basics I or have equivalent working knowledge. MARCH 2002 Review of Comp. ILIMIT 10 STUDENTS MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAYS March 11, 15, 18, 20, 22 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 13 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Six Sessions: $20.00 Description: REVIEW of computer hardware, the MOUSE, KEYBOARD, SOFTWARE programs that are installed. Review of word processing, spreadsheets, operating system. Prerequisites: Students must have completed Computing Basics I or have equivalent working knowledge. They should have a computer with Windows 95, 98, Me or XP ****LATE ADDITION:**** Computer Artistry with Paint Shop ProThis class is open to both BP members and computer club members. LIMIT 9 STUDENTS WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY
February 27, 28 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Two Sessions: $10.00 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Please check the Bulletin or Flyers at The Web or the HVCC Web Site for course descriptions, class costs, changes, or updates to this course schedule ************** |
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