AI is Getting to be Annoying
You know when technology advances, we sometimes get very excited. Over the past couple of years, we have watched AI kind of dominate technology in America and the world. Here at the Tampa Bay Technology Center, we have put on more than 14 or 15 seminars by our local...
Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace
In today's post, I’d like to talk about the differences between Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace. The core differences are interesting, and we’ll get into that—but first, I want to tell you about my relationship with Microsoft. It started a long time ago when,...
The Fall of Physical Media
In 1958, I was seven years old, and my sister took me to a Jerry Lee Lewis concert at Kellogg Auditorium in Battle Creek, MI. It wasn’t her idea—my father told her she had to. That concert is a story of its own, but instead, I’ll tell you about what we did the very...
How to have AI help you write a book.
Last night at our main event we talked about making low and medium content books. If you missed it here is the link to watch the entire presentation on our YouTube channel. https://youtu.be/dmfskDU1s5Y?si=RI41nOvT31fNl0mT Many of the questions we received last night...
The Silent Threat: How Phone Scams Target and Steal from the Elderly
In today's digital world, phone scams have become a widespread epidemic, preying particularly on older individuals. These scams are carefully crafted to manipulate emotions, create urgency, and exploit trust, ultimately leading to financial losses that can be...
AI: Quick and Easy for Older People
One of the joys I get from putting out this newsletter every Wednesday is knowing that I’m helping people my age—and perhaps a bit older—enhance their technology skills or revisit technology from the past. Lately, we’ve been getting a lot of positive feedback. Just...
Legitimate At-Home Tech Jobs for Older Adults: No Investment Required
The rise of remote work has opened up incredible opportunities for older adults looking to stay active in the workforce while working from home. Whether you’re retired and looking for a part-time income, or you’re transitioning from a traditional office job, there are...
How to Write and Publish a Low-Content Book on KDP for Free
Self-publishing on Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) has never been easier, and low-content books offer a great way to earn passive income without writing an entire novel. These books, such as journals, planners, sketchbooks, and coloring books, require minimal...
The Hilarious Evolution of Word Processors: From Clunky Typing to AI Overlords
Once upon a time, in a world before spellcheck and copy-paste, people wrote by hand. That’s right—long, cramp-inducing hours hunched over paper, making mistakes that could only be fixed with ink-stained fingers and a deep sigh of resignation. Then came the typewriter,...
Should You Sync Your Home Windows Computer? The Pros and Cons
In today’s connected world, syncing your Windows computer across multiple devices can seem like a no-brainer. Microsoft offers various synchronization features through OneDrive, Microsoft 365, and account settings that help users maintain consistency across devices....
5 Essential Websites to Help Seniors Save Money on Living Expenses
As we age, managing living expenses becomes increasingly important, especially for those on a fixed income. Fortunately, the digital age has brought with it numerous resources tailored to help older adults save money. Below are five highly useful websites that can...
7 Websites Older Adults Should Be Grateful For
The internet offers endless resources to improve and enrich our lives, no matter our age. For older adults, specific websites can be incredibly helpful, providing opportunities to stay informed, entertained, and connected. Whether you’re looking for health advice,...

