OPCUG PRESENTATIONS AT THE
OTTAWA PUBLIC LIBRARY
(Historical Record)
by
Chris Taylor
As
was announced in the spring of 2008, rather than our
traditional fall workshop, we are now giving
presentations through the Ottawa Public Library. We hope
this will continue to be a win-win situation, where we
get to introduce people to the OPCUG and the library gets
access to skilled presenters.
Following are presentations from the past.
For a list of currently scheduled presentations,
click here
September - December 2011
How to Buy a PC
Saturday, September 17, 2011, 2:00 - 4:00 PM, Greenboro Branch
When buying a PC, you are faced with a lot of choices,
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or
Intel, how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it
better to buy a faster processor or more memory ... Chris
Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help
sort out the choices so you can buy the computer that is
right for your needs.
How to Buy a PC
Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Rosemount Branch
When buying a PC, you are faced with a lot of choices,
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or
Intel, how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it
better to buy a faster processor or more memory ... Chris
Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help
sort out the choices so you can buy the computer that is
right for your needs.
How to Buy a PC
Wednesday, September 21, 2011, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Elmvale Branch
When buying a PC, you are faced with a lot of choices,
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or
Intel, how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it
better to buy a faster processor or more memory ... Chris
Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help
sort out the choices so you can buy the computer that is
right for your needs.
Clicking, Flicking and Tweeting: Social Networking Controversy
Thursday, September 22, 2011, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Alta Vista Branch
The explosion of social networking websites such as Flickr,
Facebook, blogging sites and Twitter has raised more than
privacy concerns. Join the discussion with Chris Taylor and
Andrea Wells from the Ottawa PC Users' Group. Andrea will
describe the value of social media sites, while Chris will
give the cautions about using these tools so that you don't
compromise your computer, your job, your identity, or worse.
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Monday, October 3, 2011, 6:45 - 8:15 PM, North Gloucester Branch
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a bewildering array of
choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC Users' Group President will help "focus"
your search for the ideal digital camera.
Protecting Your Computer
Tuesday, October 4, 2011, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, Nepean Centrepointe Branch
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to
be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under
15 minutes. Don't let it be yours. Chris Taylor,
President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you the
simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from
being hacked.
How to Buy a PC
Thursday, October 6, 2011, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Sunnyside Branch
When buying a PC, you are faced with a lot of choices,
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or
Intel, how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it
better to buy a faster processor or more memory ... Chris
Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help
sort out the choices so you can buy the computer that is
right for your needs.
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Sunday, October 23, 2011, 1:00 - 3:00 PM, Nepean Centrepointe Branch
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a bewildering array of
choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC Users' Group President will help "focus"
your search for the ideal digital camera.
How to Secure a Home Wireless Network
Monday, October 24, 2011, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Elmvale Branch
Most wireless routers do not default to the most secure
configuration. Make sure you are not the "low
hanging fruit" that someone will decide to attack.
It is surprisingly easy to make sure your network is
secure. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users'
Group will show you just how easy it is.
How to Secure a Home Wireless Network
Tuesday, October 25, 2011, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Rosemount Branch
Most wireless routers do not default to the most secure
configuration. Make sure you are not the "low
hanging fruit" that someone will decide to attack.
It is surprisingly easy to make sure your network is
secure. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users'
Group will show you just how easy it is.
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Monday, November 14, 2011, 7:00 - 8:30 PM, Carlingwood Branch
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a bewildering array of
choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC Users' Group President will help "focus"
your search for the ideal digital camera.
Clicking, Flicking and Tweeting: Social Networking Controversy
Tuesday, November 15, 2011, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, North Gloucester Branch
The explosion of social networking websites such as Flickr,
Facebook, blogging sites and Twitter has raised more than
privacy concerns. Join the discussion with Chris Taylor and
Andrea Wells from the Ottawa PC Users' Group. Andrea will
describe the value of social media sites, while Chris will
give the cautions about using these tools so that you don't
compromise your computer, your job, your identity, or worse.
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Wednesday, November 16, 2011, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Elmvale Branch
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a bewildering array of
choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC Users' Group President will help "focus"
your search for the ideal digital camera.
Protecting Your Computer
Thursday, November 17, 2011, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Sunnyside Branch
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to
be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under
15 minutes. Don't let it be yours. Chris Taylor,
President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you the
simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from
being hacked.
How to Buy a PC
Sunday, November 20, 2011, 1:00 - 3:00 PM, Nepean Centrepointe Branch
When buying a PC, you are faced with a lot of choices,
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or
Intel, how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it
better to buy a faster processor or more memory ... Chris
Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help
sort out the choices so you can buy the computer that is
right for your needs.
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Saturday, November 26, 2011, 2:00 - 4:00 PM, Greenboro Branch
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a bewildering array of
choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC Users' Group President will help "focus"
your search for the ideal digital camera.
January - June 2011
How to Secure a Home Wireless Network
Saturday, February 5, 2011, 2:00 - 4:00 PM, Greenboro Branch
Most wireless routers do not default to the most secure
configuration. Make sure you are not the "low
hanging fruit" that someone will decide to attack.
It is surprisingly easy to make sure your network is
secure. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users'
Group will show you just how easy it is.
How to Secure a Home Wireless Network
Tuesday, February 8, 2011, 7:00 - 8:30 PM, Carlingwood Branch
Most wireless routers do not default to the most secure
configuration. Make sure you are not the "low
hanging fruit" that someone will decide to attack.
It is surprisingly easy to make sure your network is
secure. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users'
Group will show you just how easy it is.
How to Secure a Home Wireless Network
Thursday, February 17, 2011, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Sunnyside Branch
Most wireless routers do not default to the most secure
configuration. Make sure you are not the "low
hanging fruit" that someone will decide to attack.
It is surprisingly easy to make sure your network is
secure. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users'
Group will show you just how easy it is.
How to use the Ottawa Public Library's Digital Media Collection
Thursday, March 10, 2011, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, North Gloucester Branch
The Ottawa Public Library has an extensive digital media
collection of e-books, audio books, and music. This seminar
shows how to effectively use the collection, demonstrating
how to find the material you want and get it to your
computer for reading or listening. Supported portable
devices are explored and explained. Limitations that come
as a result of digital rights management are explained.
Library policies are covered.Presented by Chris Taylor,
President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group
Clicking, Flicking and Tweeting: Social Networking Controversy
Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, Centrepointe Branch,
room 1B
The explosion of social networking websites such as Flickr,
Facebook, blogging sites and Twitter has raised more than
privacy concerns. Join the discussion with Chris Taylor and
Andrea Wells from the Ottawa PC Users' Group. Andrea will
describe the value of social media sites, while Chris will
give the cautions about using these tools so that you don't
compromise your computer, your job, your identity, or worse.
Protecting Your Computer
Thursday, March 24, 2011, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Sunnyside Branch
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to
be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under
15 minutes. Don't let it be yours. Chris Taylor,
President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you the
simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from
being hacked.
How to Buy a PC
Tuesday, April 12, 2011, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, North Gloucester Branch
When buying a PC, you are faced with a lot of choices,
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or
Intel, how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it
better to buy a faster processor or more memory ... Chris
Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help
sort out the choices so you can buy the computer that is
right for your needs.
How to Buy a PC
Monday, May 9, 2011, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, Elmvale Branch
When buying a PC, you are faced with a lot of choices,
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or
Intel, how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it
better to buy a faster processor or more memory ... Chris
Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help
sort out the choices so you can buy the computer that is
right for your needs.
Protecting Your Computer
Tuesday, May 31, 2011, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, North Gloucester Branch
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to
be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under
15 minutes. Don't let it be yours. Chris Taylor,
President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you the
simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from
being hacked.
Clicking, Flicking and Tweeting: Social Networking Controversy
Thursday, June 16, 2011, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Sunnyside Branch
The explosion of social networking websites such as Flickr,
Facebook, blogging sites and Twitter has raised more than
privacy concerns. Join the discussion with Chris Taylor and
Andrea Wells from the Ottawa PC Users' Group. Andrea will
describe the value of social media sites, while Chris will
give the cautions about using these tools so that you don't
compromise your computer, your job, your identity, or worse.
September - December 2010
Downloading audiobooks and e-books program
Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, North Gloucester
Branch
Yes, it’s now possible to download digital books
that you can read or listen to for free! Learn how to get
audiobooks and e-books using Overdrive from the Ottawa
Public Library website!
How to Buy a PC
Thursday, October 14, 2010, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Sunnyside Branch
When buying a PC, you are faced with a lot of choices,
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or
Intel, how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it
better to buy a faster processor or more memory ... Chris
Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help
sort out the choices so you can buy the computer that is
right for your needs.
How to Secure a Home Wireless Network
Tuesday, October 19, 2010, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, Centrepointe Branch,
room 1B
Most wireless routers do not default to the most secure
configuration. Make sure you are not the "low
hanging fruit" that someone will decide to attack.
It is surprisingly easy to make sure your network is
secure. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users'
Group will show you just how easy it is.
Protecting Your Computer
Tuesday, November 9, 2010, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, Centrepointe Branch,
room 1B
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to
be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under
15 minutes. Don't let it be yours. Chris Taylor,
President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you the
simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from
being hacked.
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Thursday, November 25, 2010, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Sunnyside Branch
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a
bewildering array of choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC
Users' Group President will help "focus" your
search for the ideal digital camera.
January - June 2010
How to Protect Your Computer
Saturday, January 30, 2010, 2:00 PM, Greenboro Branch
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised
after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be
yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show
you the simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from being
hacked.
How to Secure Your Computer
Tuesday, February 23, 2010, 6:30 PM, North Gloucester Branch
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised
after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be
yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show
you the simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from being
hacked.
How to Buy a PC
Monday, March 8, 2010, 6:30 PM, Hazeldean Branch
When buying a computer, you are faced with a lot of choices;
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or Intel,
how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it better to buy
a faster processor or more memory. Chris Taylor, President of
the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help sort out the choices so
you can buy the computer that is right for your needs.
Protecting Your Computer
Monday, March 29, 2010, 6:30 PM, Hazeldean Branch
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised
after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be
yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show
you the simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from being
hacked.
Clicking, Flicking and Tweeting: Social Networking Controversy
Tuesday, May 4, 2011, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, Centrepointe Branch,
room 1B
The explosion of social networking websites such as Flickr,
Facebook, blogging sites and Twitter has raised more than
privacy concerns. Join the discussion with Chris Taylor and
Andrea Wells from the Ottawa PC Users' Group. Andrea will
describe the value of social media sites, while Chris will
give the cautions about using these tools so that you don't
compromise your computer, your job, your identity, or worse.
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Saturday, May 8, 2010, 2:00 PM, Greenboro Branch
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a bewildering
array of choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC Users' Group President
will help "focus" your search for the ideal digital camera.
September - December 2009
How to Secure Your Computer
Monday, September 14, 2009, Carlingwood Branch
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised
after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be
yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show
you the simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from being
hacked.
How to Secure Your Computer
Thursday, September 17, 2009, Sunnyside Branch
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised
after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be
yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show
you the simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from being
hacked.
How to Buy a PC
Saturday, September 19, 2009, 2:00 - 4:00 PM, Greenboro Branch
When buying a computer, you are faced with a lot of choices;
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or Intel,
how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it better to buy
a faster processor or more memory. Chris Taylor, President of
the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help sort out the choices so
you can buy the computer that is right for your needs.
How to Buy a PC
Thursday, October 1, 2009, 6:30 PM, Alta Vista Branch
When buying a computer, you are faced with a lot of choices;
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or Intel,
how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it better to buy
a faster processor or more memory. Chris Taylor, President of
the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help sort out the choices so
you can buy the computer that is right for your needs.
Is Free Software Really Free
Thursday, October 15, 7:00 PM, Sunnyside Branch
And, if it is free, can it be any good? In this session, we will
find that the answer to both questions is a resounding yes. There is
lots of free software available, and many free programs are very
good indeed. So, join Alan German from the Ottawa PC Users'Group
to find out about some must-have – and absolutely free – software!
Is Free Software Really Free
Monday, October 19, 7:00 PM, North Gloucester Branch
And, if it is free, can it be any good? In this session, we will
find that the answer to both questions is a resounding yes. There is
lots of free software available, and many free programs are very
good indeed. So, join Alan German from the Ottawa PC Users'Group
to find out about some must-have – and absolutely free – software!
Windows 7 Launch Party
Saturday, October 24, 2009, Greenboro Branch
With the release of Windows 7, this was a chance to look at the
new features and the things that make this perhaps Microsoft's
greatest desktop operating system to date.
Is Free Software Really Free
Thursday, November 5, 6:30 PM, Altas Vista Branch
And, if it is free, can it be any good? In this session, we will
find that the answer to both questions is a resounding yes. There is
lots of free software available, and many free programs are very
good indeed. So, join Alan German from the Ottawa PC Users'Group
to find out about some must-have – and absolutely free – software!
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2:00 - 4:00, Greenboro Branch
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a
bewildering array of choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC
Users' Group President will help "focus" your
search for the ideal digital camera.
How to Buy a PC
Monday, November 23, 2009, Carlingwood Branch
When buying a computer, you are faced with a lot of choices;
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or Intel,
how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it better to buy
a faster processor or more memory. Chris Taylor, President of
the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help sort out the choices so
you can buy the computer that is right for your needs.
How to Buy a PC
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, North Gloucester Branch
When buying a computer, you are faced with a lot of choices;
laptop or desktop, dual or quad core processor, AMD or Intel,
how big a hard drive, how big a monitor, is it better to buy
a faster processor or more memory. Chris Taylor, President of
the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help sort out the choices so
you can buy the computer that is right for your needs.
January - June 2009
How to Secure Your Computer
Thusday, January 22, 2009, Alta Vista Branch
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised
after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be
yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show
you the simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from being
hacked.
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Saturday, January 24, 2009, 2:00 - 4:00 PM, Greenboro Branch
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a
bewildering array of choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC
Users' Group President will help "focus" your
search for the ideal digital camera.
How to Secure a Home Wireless Network
Thursday, January 29, 2009, 6:30 PM, Alta Vista Branch
Most wireless routers do not default to the most secure
configuration. Make sure you are not the "low
hanging fruit" that someone will decide to attack.
It is surprisingly easy to make sure your network is
secure. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users'
Group will show you just how easy it is.
How to Secure Your Computer
Saturday, February 21, 2009, 2:00 - 4:00 PM, Greenboro Branch
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised
after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be
yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show
you the simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from being
hacked.
September - December 2008
How to Secure a Home Wireless Network
Thursday, September 25, 2008, 6:30 PM, North Glouceser Branch
Most wireless routers do not default to the most secure
configuration. Make sure you are not the "low
hanging fruit" that someone will decide to attack.
It is surprisingly easy to make sure your network is
secure. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users'
Group will show you just how easy it is.
HTML 101
Thursday, October 23, 2008, 7:00 PM, North Gloucester Branch
Would you like to be able to create your own web pages? Alan German from the
Ottawa PC Users' Group will take you through the basics and get you up to speed.
Vista - Is it a Good Thing?
Thursday, November 20, 2008, 7:00 PM, North Gloucester Branch
Alan German from the Ottawa PC Users' Group will answer the question
“Vista – Is It a Good Thing?” If you have not yet made the leap to
Vista, you might be wondering what it offers that another option such
as Windows XP or Linux doesn’t.
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Monday, November 24, 2008, 6:45 PM, Carlingwood Branch
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a
bewildering array of choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC
Users' Group President will help "focus" your
search for the ideal digital camera.
January - June 2008
How to Secure Your Computer
Wednesday, May 7, 2008, 7:00 PM, North Gloucester Branch
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised
after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be
yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show
you the simple steps you need to take to keep your computer from being
hacked.
Linux 101 – An Introduction to the “Other” Operating System
Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 7 PM, North Gloucester Branch
Just what is Linux? Is it really better than Windows? Alan German,
Treasurer, Ottawa PC Users' Group, will help sort out the facts from
the fiction.
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 7:00 - 8:30 PM, North Gloucester Branch
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a
bewildering array of choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC
Users' Group President will help "focus" your
search for the ideal digital camera.
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