Technology

It started with a quiet afternoon at home. Then an email came in from a friend and client, with whom we were working on scheduling a website update call. I did not expect the message I received…

Your smartphone, whether brand-new or a few years old, contains features designed to make your daily life easier. You just need to know what these features are called…

Do you bank, shop, read the news, or video-chat with family online? If so, you may want to look into getting a VPN. A VPN (virtual private network) creates an encrypted tunnel between your device and the internet so nearby snoops on café or hotel Wi-Fi can’t see what you’re doing…

A recent case illustrates why staying alert matters: a chain of five nursing homes in Delaware agreed to pay $182,000 in penalties after publicizing patient “success stories” on its website and social media – without proper authorization or safeguards. That violation offers a useful lesson…

YouTube launched in 2005 and has since become the fastest growing social media platform. According to YouTube, they have over 2.5 billion users every month and over 1 billion hours of YouTube videos are watched a day…

Grandparenting in a digital world is exciting, heartwarming, and, let’s be honest, a little confusing at times. While technology can feel overwhelming, it’s also one of the best ways to stay connected with your tech-savvy grandchildren. From video calls to online games, digital tools…

Did you know that you can now manage your schedule, get the news, play your favorite music, or control smart home devices hands-free with your voice only? Times are definitely changing, and technology is moving rapidly. Did you know that voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant…

Do you ever daydream about hopping on a plane, renting a little cottage by the sea, or finally taking that trip across Europe you’ve been talking about for years? The best part? You don’t have to wait until you win the lottery. Many women over 50 are finding a fun way to fund their travel…

We’ve all seen the jokes about social media and mobile phones. For so many people these days, it seems an impossible task to put their phones in their pocket or purse. Have you ever wondered how on earth we managed to get through…

You may not have a chalkboard in your living room, but you’ve been teaching all your life. Think about it. You’ve shown little ones how to tie their shoes without tears, coached friends through “how on earth do I set up my new phone?” moments, and guided coworkers…