Microsoft issues emergency update to address critical security flaw

By |2020-07-23T10:12:43-05:00July 20th, 2015|

Microsoft has released an update to fix a newly discovered security flaw that could allow “remote code execution” of a computer. The flaw is exploited through documents or webpages with embedded OpenType fonts and was considered critical enough for Microsoft to issue an immediate out-of-cycle patch. All current versions of Windows are affected including Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8 and 8.1.

Facebook has updated News Feed controls to put you (more) in charge

By |2020-07-23T10:14:32-05:00July 10th, 2015|

Facebook has decided to take a step out of the way and let you choose—to an extent—the friends and pages that you want to see at the top of your feed when you first log on. According to Facebook “you’re the only one who truly knows what is most meaningful to you”, so they have expanded settings in News Feed Preferences to let you prioritize.

Independence Day redefined

By |2021-11-18T13:04:58-05:00July 2nd, 2015|

This Independence Day many individuals and families are grappling with independence in a different context: the desire to age in place and on one’s own terms. Technology is making that more possible than ever.

Removing the language barrier translates to success with technology

By |2026-03-02T17:54:35-05:00June 12th, 2015|

Learning to use the computer has impacted every aspect of life for Laura Moreno, who has brought herself up to speed by taking Oasis Connections classes at the Grauwyler Park Library in Dallas, TX. She is thrilled that so many others  in her Spanish-speaking community can turn to Oasis for technology training.

Can’t wait for Windows 10? Get in line now.

By |2020-07-23T10:14:33-05:00June 2nd, 2015|

Windows 10 will be released in 190 countries world-wide on July 29. You'll get a notification when your upgrade is available for download, but Microsoft is saying that some notifications may be weeks or months after the release. Fortunately, if you are in a hurry you can reserve your spot in line for early notification with just a few clicks. Here's how.

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