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Create a personalized photo bag, book, calendar, mug, etc. Step 1. Digitize your photo if it isn't already in your computer or on your mobile device. ~Scan your print on a scanner or MultiFunction Printer - Scan it as a JPG with 200 to 400 dpi ~Scan using your mobile device (iOS or Android) - Google's photoscan or Scansnap Step 2. Upload the Photo to Shutterfly, Walgreens or other photo print website On a COMPUTER visit the website: shutterfly.com or walgreens.com , login and click the upload button, locate the photo that was scanned on your computer. On a MOBILE DEVICE: download the companies app, login and click the upload button, choose your photo My Email Program repeatedly asks for my Password, especially Yahoo, ATT, SBCGLOBAL, PACBELL, etc. Use an updated email client Macintosh Mail on an updated Operating System Spark Mail - https://sparkmailapp.com Opera Mail - http://www.opera.com/computer/mail When I load a web browser thing pop up I don't want. What do I do? Be ...

iOS Notes December 2017 Do I need to worry about how and when I charge my device to improve the life of my battery? NO, the but you must use the charger that came with the device to ensure it is charging at the recommended amperage. Example iPhone = 1 amp, iPad = 2.5 amp How can I conserve the power in my battery? -Turn on airplane mode -Turn off background applications 1.settings 2. General 3. Background app refresh 4. Turn them off -Lower the brightness of the screen Open the control panel, swipe up from the bottom of the screen Slide the brightness bar to adjust the brightness -Change how and if applications show notifications 1. settings 2. Notifications Also close all your safari tabs 1. In safari hold down on he two overlapping squares to reveal how many tabs you have open 2. Choose to close all tabs   Jason Dare Computer Trainer 415/240.4843 learn@sfct.net 3145 Geary Blvd, Suite 457 San Francisco, CA 94118 www.sfct.net

Download the new faster Firefox, Web browser www.firefox.com Click download and then install the program Private/Incognito Browsing When surfing the web or searching for information, stay private and safe from malware. Click the menu icon on the top right (three horizontal bars/Firefox, three dots/Chrome) Choose New Private or Incognito Window A new window will appear describing the functions of a Private/Incognito window Search/Surf as you normally would starting with the top search bar Private Browsing all the Time on Firefox Click the menu, top right 3 horizontal lines Choose "option" Choose "privacy and security" Under History click the drop down menu and choose use custom settings Check the box for "Always use Private Browsing..." Save Websites to your Bookmarks List for future reference Click the star on the top How to find a website in yo...

Gadgets for the Holidays $999 iPhone X $800 12.9 inch (large) iPad Pro / $650 10.5 inch iPad Pro $700 Ultrabook Convertible Laptops, to Tablet, to Streaming Display $150 Get a new 24 inch monitor Setup Dual screens to increase your desktop screen area https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1N3jlgqcQ4 Voice Activated Devices $130 Echo Spot w/display $50 Google Home Mini - multiple voices $200 Sonos One - Better Sound $350 Apple Homepod - Better Sound Track Activity / Steps, heart rate, etc. & MORE $130 FitBit Alta $330 Apple Watch 3 Keep track of Keys, items, phone $25 Tile Games & Toys $100 Beasts of Balance $50 Ozobot Robot Search YouTube  for many more holiday gift ideas! YouTube Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the wor... Jason Dare Computer Trainer 415/240.4843 learn...

Online Services Groceries www.safeway.com [same day or next day delivery] https://shop.smartandfinal.com [2 hour delivery] Groceries and more from different stores like, costco, target, walgreens https://express.google.com https://www.instacart.com Food Delivery www.ubereats.com https://www.amazon.com/restaurants Laundry and Dry Cleaning https://www.rinse.com/ Car Wash that Comes to you  https://www.mobilewash.com http://www.getwasche.com [iOS and Android] Jason Dare Computer Trainer 415/240.4843 learn@sfct.net 3145 Geary Blvd, Suite 457 San Francisco, CA 94118 www.sfct.net

Search for a twitter feed on Google Notice on the twitter feed page the twitter user name starting with @ example Charlie Rose is @charlierose www.twitter.com/charlierose Follow the individual or organization if you have a FREE account to customize your feed/inbox Or if you don't want to sign up with Twitter bookmark the page to pull it up later Hashtags are used to categorize twitter posts example #pets will be posts discussing pets, usually pictures #dogs = dog posts, etc There are other sources of social media news facebook, instagram Each organization has a favorite to update so check with the organization you want to follow. i.e. CalFire uses Facebook @CALFIRE https://www.facebook.com/CALFIRE/   If you don't want to use Twitter or Facebook to stay up to date with news Emergency Services also use Text Messaging via Nixle visit http://www.nixle.com to learn more OR send a text message with the zip code you want to stay upda...

iOS Notes 10/10/17 Do I need to update my device? NO But if you have an iPad it is recommended as most of the new features have been created for the iPad What do I need to do before upgrading to iOS 11? Backup your device    1.settings    2.tap your name    3.tap iCloud    4.go to iCloud backup    5.choose backup now after you turned on the backup (note you can turn it off after you've successfully upgraded your device) Know your AppleID password After the upgrade completes you might be asked to create a passcode if you don't have one. Choose not to create one! Apple resource. https://support.apple.com/ios/update Download the free user guide from Apple Open iBooks Tap featured on the bottom to access the store On the top right search type in "Apple iOS 11" Find the guide that matches your device Tap get Jason Dare Computer Trainer 415/240.4843 learn@sfct.net 3145 Geary Blvd, S...

PC Notes for 10-3-17 Where should I buy new ink? Staples, Office Depot, Office Max have next day free delivery. In the search bar on the top, type in the printer brand and model number, or type in the ink number. Do not stock up on ink as it is liquid and can dry up. **Be sure to buy original manufacturer branded ink, NOT the Aftermarket brand.** Do not turn off your printer, print at least once a week to keep your ink print heads clean and clear. If you are getting missing spots or bands in your printed material, run a nozzle check and then a nozzle cleaning. To run printer maintenance, nozzle check and printhead cleaning. Open the control panel, open the printer and devices, right click on the printer and choose printing preferences. To avoid the hassle of cleaning clogged printhead nozzles, buy a laser printer which uses powder. Downside is the toner/ink is costly but it lasts a lifetime. I am trying to print a PDF and the printer makes noise but n...

How to improve the speed of my computer/device! Software vs Hardware Software - programs that make the device work, apps installed to complete specific tasks. i.e. Windows, Macintosh Sierra, iOS, Firefox, Chrome, Safari, Word, Excel ALSO…Antivirus, Drivers for the Printer, Hardware - components, equipment that makes the device work, i.e. CPU, Memory, Storage Space Software is difficult to remove because many of the applications running in the background are essential and nondescript. Hardware can be added to improve the speed of the computer. Specifically MEMORY/RAM. ~How do I know how much memory and what memory to buy? 1.Visit a memory retailer, www.crucial.com or www.kingston.com , www.macsales.com (mac) 2.Complete the memory finder form or download the software to check your computer's current configuration. 3.When the memory arrives in the mail, visit google or youtube and search for "replace memory for *Name and type of Computer*"...