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Social Distancing Via Video Conferencing: You Are What They See

For many of us, social distancing with coworkers, family and friends means more time on video calls. Seeing someone's face helps bridge the connection gap, but are you putting your best face forward? Read on for tips on making a good impression on video calls. ...
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Feeling at Home While Working From Home

Millions of us suddenly working from home are trying to carve out productive workspaces while managing upside-down schedules and unfamiliar technology. Here are a few home office to make the transition easier. By now, you may have discovered many of these on your own, but check out the list and see if there's something you may have missed. ...
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What’s an App? Good Question! Pull Up a Device

Smartphones don’t shape-shift like aliens in a Star Trek episode. Apps (short for applications)  are what make a smartphone or tablet acquire multiple uses. Apps like Dialer, Camera and others come pre-installed from the factory. Dialer, for example, is your telephone app. Tapping the telephone handset icon will enable you to enter the phone number or name of the person you want to call. Hit the green handset icon to call, red handset icon to hang up. ...
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There’s a (Local) App For That

What could be easier than ordering groceries, getting a medical checkup or paying bills, all while sitting in your recliner at home? What if we told you all this was free - or mostly free? We'll walk you through the world of apps and how you can find fingertip convenience for everyday living. ...
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Spring is Coming – How About an eBike?

What makes an eBike awesome is that it gets those people back on a bicycle who might have hung up their wheels because of issues like hip or knee replacements, back problems or breathing difficulties. That extra boost up hills smooths out the road and brings back the joy of cycling. ...
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Northeast Ohio Boomer and Beyond Seeks Impact Award Nominees 

Do you know someone who makes a great impact, improving the lives of others in an exceptional way? From housing to healthcare, employment, recreation and more, here's your chance to nominate those who are creatively addressing Better Living After 50!  ...
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Online Options at SocialSecurity.gov

If you're looking for new ways to save time, sign up for a secure 'my Social Security account' on social security.gov. Once you create an online account, you can review your work history and see an estimate of your future Social Security benefits. ...
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A Beginner’s Guide to TV Streaming

Think your smart TV is smarter than you? Trust us, it's not. Our tech columnist will guide you through the ins and outs of streaming. Master that remote, untangle the cords and become a TV boss. ...
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