December 8, 2005
Preventing Identity Theft
Are you concerned about the threat of Identity Theft? Have you been a victim or do you want to prevent it from happening to you?
This month, "Preventing Identity Theft" was presented by Angelo Manoloules, Senior Regional VP of Pre-Paid Legal Services Inc. for Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont and Rhode Island.
Since 9/11, he has focused on educating consumers and business owners about the crime of Identity Theft and the importance we all play in taking responsibility for combating this crime. Dan Hatfield, Director of Marketing and Walter Mears, Director of the Identity Theft Division of PPLSI was also on hand to answer questions.
As requested by some members, we have been trying a new format for the past few months: In order to make sure we have enough time for our main presentation each month, we will be limiting our announcements and Tech Talk Time. When there is time, we will continue to take questions after the main presentation is complete.
As usual, the meeting is always free of charge and open to the general public, but remember any door prizes offered are available to members only.
November 10, 2005
Galaxy Internet Services
Kevin Callinan from Galaxy Internet discussed the company's Internet offerings including Voice over Internet (VoIP), Broadband Cable and DSL service, and dialup access.
He also covered the latest buzz on how to get residential broadband phone service with unlimited local and long distance calling for as low as $19.95/month. Galaxy Internet Services, based in Newton, MA, has been a leader in low cost, quality internet service since 1995. Additional information is always available at www.gis.net/.
As requested by some members, we tried a new format this month: In order to make sure we have enough time for our main presentation each month, we will be limiting our announcements and Tech Talk Time. When there is time, we will continue to take questions after the main presentation is complete.
As usual, the meeting is always free of charge and open to the general public, but remember any door prizes offered are available to members only.
October 13, 2005
No October Meeting: School Holiday
Our October meeting date falls on the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur which the
Peabody schools observe with a day off. Our next meeting will be held on Thursday,
November 10th.
September 8, 2005
Protect Yourself From Identity Theft
Have you been a victim of Identity Theft? Have you checked the accuracy of your credit history report lately? Have you heard of Phishing? Attend a free presentation by the North Shore Computer Society and learn how to protect yourself from Identity Theft.
Presenters from the United States Postal Service will be discussing the ways that our identity is at risk and what we can do to protect ourselves. Don't be an unwitting victim. Protect yourself from financial ruin. Inform yourself by attending this presentation.
As usual, the meeting is always free of charge and open to the general public, but remember any door prizes offered are available to members only.
June 9, 2005
Computer Technology and the Boston Shriners Hospital
Shriners Hospitals for Children is a network of pediatric specialty hospitals, founded by the Shrine, where children under the age of 18 receive excellent medical care absolutely free of charge. There are 18 orthopedic Shriners Hospitals, three Shriners Hospitals dedicated to treating children with severe burns, and one Shriners Hospital that provides orthopedic, burn and spinal cord injury care.
Shriners Hospitals are located throughout North America 20 in the United States and one each in Mexico and Canada. These "Centers of Excellence" serve as major referral centers for children with complex orthopedic and burn problems.
Mr. Solomon Penea, IT Director of Shriners Burns Hospital, discussed the computer systems of the Boston Shriners Hospital and the upgrades that have been designed to assist patients and to tie in all 22 Shriners facilities. Mr. Robert Pann, Vice Chairman, Board of Governors of Shriners Burns Hospital, also presented the story of Shriners Hospitals and the good deeds it has performed for their patients since 1922 - in essence, no one should walk alone.
As usual, the meeting is always free of charge and open to the general public, but remember any door prizes offered are available to members only.
May 12, 2005
What's Hot and What's Not in the Computer Industry!
Rescheduled from our cancelled February meeting, Erin Sparrow, from the Business Services department at CompUSA in Woburn, offered a presentation covering "What's Hot and What's Not" in the computer industry this year.
In addition, she answered questions about our member-only CompUSA benefits. And of course, she brought a few goodies from the store to give away to some lucky members.
As usual, the meeting is always free of charge and open to the general public, but remember any door prizes offered are available to members only.
April 14, 2005
The Growing Threat of Spyware!
This month we offered a program on the Growing Threat of Spyware. The presentation defined the spyware threat, revealed why spyware is damaging to your computer, offered details on how to identify spyware on your computer and concluded with information on how to eliminate spyware from your computer and how to defend against it in the future.
The program featured researchers from InterMute, a leading developer of computer protection and productivity solutions. Intermute will distribute complimentary SpySubtract PRO software to all attendees.
As usual, the meeting is always free of charge and open to the general public, but remember any door prizes offered are available to members only.
March 10, 2005
Digital Photography!
This month's meeting featured Mike Mitchell of Hunt's Photo & Video in Melrose speaking about the entire spectrum of Digital Photography from the camera, to the computer (including direct transfer as well as scanning), to editing and printing. Quite a spread, but he did cover it all
As usual, the meeting is always free of charge and open to the general public, but remember any door prizes offered are available to members only.
February 10, 2005
What's Hot and What's Not in the Computer Industry!
Meeting Cancelled:
Due to the uncertainty of the weather forecast for that evening, this meeting
was cancelled for safety concerns. This will be rescheduled for a later date.
At our February meeting, Erin Sparrow, from the Business Services department at CompUSA in Woburn, was scheduled to offer a fascinating presentation covering "What's Hot and What's Not" in the computer industry this year.
In addition, she will be answering any questions you might have about our member-only CompUSA benefits. And of course, she will be bringing a few goodies from the store to give away to some lucky members.
As usual, the meeting is always free of charge and open to the general public, but remember any door prizes offered are available to members only.
January 13, 2005
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005
At our first meeting of the new year, you could have discovered how to experience more of the photos, music, television, movies, and games you want in your home with Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005, and also how to keep your PC safe and secure with Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2.
Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 is making it easier to experience the broad range of digital entertainment including TV, music, photos, music and games. When connected to a home network, Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 can become a hub for entertainment, providing you with access through connected devices in any room in the home, or through portable players on the go. Best of all, the experience is enabled by Windows, making it easier and more familiar.
We also talked about how you can keep your PC safe and secure with Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2. And, of course, there was cool prizes for the lucky few (member-only door prizes).
As usual, the meeting is always free of charge and open to the general public, but remember any door prizes offered are available to members only.
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