The value of Spanish language computer training for library patrons
Many library patrons come in need of computer training that is offered in Spanish. Having curriculum and materials that have been translated shortens the learning curve.
Meeting technology demand public library style
With patrons in need of high-quality technology training, Broward County Library has found a cost-effective and sustainable model through Oasis Connections.
Windows 10 revealed and I think you’ll like it
I admit it, I'm excited. Windows 10 promises to do something I've wished for a long time: Erase app differences between devices.
Windows 7 mainstream support has ended – what you need to know
Windows 7 has reached a milestone in its lifecycle and moves from mainstream support to extended support. Should you panic? Nope. Install security updates and hunker down for Windows 10.
How to enlarge text and graphics in your Internet browser
If you're having trouble reading text while browsing, or just want to blow up a picture from a website to check out a detail, then you'll want to check out these tips on how to make things bigger in all modern browsers.
Skype translator is a game changer for communications
Skype Translator offers the stuff of sci-fi: real-time (or as close as possible to real-time) translations of a voice conversation in two different languages. When one user speaks, a computerized voice speaks the translation to the other user, and vice versa. A running transcription of the original and translated words appears in a sidebar, ensuring that any misunderstanding from the machine is obvious to the speaker.
Stevie Wonder says that accessibility means an “even playing field” for the disabled
At a CES conference session on accessibility in technology, our surprise panelist was none other than Grammy Award winning Stevie Wonder. You might imagine that there are many ways to frame the issue of opening the doors of technology to those with disabilities, but Stevie put it simply when he said that what it meant to him was an “even playing field.”
Skype is coming to a browser near you
Microsoft has just announced Skype for Web, a browser-based web app that will allow anyone (maybe?) to use Skype using only a browser.
New course iOS 8 published
The new manual for iOS 8 is on the downloads page in both English and Spanish. The manual is bigger and better than ever.
Celebrating a 50th college reunion with a memorable keepsake
When Julie Blow volunteered to create a memory book for her 50th reunion memory book she beefed up her skills in research, visual design and applications to tell the story of her classmates.