Technology

Learning a new tech device is more frightening than hearing a strange noise at night, a dental visit and a doctor appointment combined, according to a survey of adults 60+). Fifty-seven percent of older adults fear internet scams, hacks and computer viruses.  ...

All media is moving toward streaming. Convenient? Sure, and it frees up space around the house, but you pay for the media you stream. We’ve kept a good amount of our stuff and I suspect we’re not alone. ...

Welcome to our Technology issue! For better or worse, we live in a technological society, so we need to keep pace to do business, stay socially connected and remain informed. In this July/August 2024 issue of Northeast Ohio Boomer magazine, we cover the bases to demystify complexities and answer your burning questions about tech in daily living.

Our cover model, Marj Kolesar of Medina, embodies the mix of satisfaction and frustration we all feel with the tangle of technology. Enjoy our stories about how tech intersects every aspect of Thriving After 55, from smartphones to smartTVs, laptops, fitness trackers, fashion apps, home decor, caregiving and all the rest. We also point you to resources so you can take a class or join a group that will patiently teach you how to become tech savvy at home and on the go.

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Our cover model, Marj Kolesar of Medina, embodies the mix of satisfaction and frustration we all feel with the tangle of technology. Enjoy our stories about how tech intersects every aspect of Thriving After 55, from smartphones to smartTVs, laptops, fitness trackers, fashion apps, home decor, caregiving and all the rest. ...

Identity theft affects millions of people each year and can cause serious harm. Here are 10 ways you can protect yourself by securing your personal information, understanding the threat of identity theft and exercising caution. ...

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What's your biggest tech issue? Do you have a tech low point you want to share with us? What about a success story to inspire others who have lost their tech mojo? Send your story or question to us and we'll try to include it (with an answer) in our July/August issue. ...

I often get ideas for Tech Talk from older adults in my digital literacy classes. I’ve written about artificial intelligence (AI) and how smartphones use mobile data and Wi-Fi. A third popular topic is how smartphones use cloud storage. The question is often triggered by a cryptic message saying they’ve run out of storage space. ...