Current Newsletters:
Wellington SeniorNet Newsletter December 2021
COG Computer Owners’ Group Magazine Notes November 2021
GIZMOE Federation of SeniorNets July 2021
Current Notices:
Wellington SeniorNet Newsletter December 2021
COG Computer Owners’ Group Magazine Notes November 2021
GIZMOE Federation of SeniorNets July 2021
Current Notices:
SeniorNet Wellington
Privacy Statement
Information for Members of SeniorNet Wellington
This Privacy Statement applies to our website, emails and newsletters that we send you and data that we need about you to enable us to run the organisation and obtain funding.
Privacy Statement
We collect personal information from you, including:
We keep your information safe by storing it securely.
You have the right to ask for a copy of any personal information we hold about you, and to ask for it to be corrected or removed. You have the right to have your data deleted from our records.
If you’d like to ask for a copy of your information, or to have it corrected or deleted, please contact us at wellingtonseniornet@gmail.com, or (04) 473 1510, or P O Box 11 654, Wellington 6142.
Website Disclosure statement
Disclosure about this website
In common with other websites, we advise that the Content Management System (Weebly) may collect browsing data.
SeniorNet Wellington does not access or use this data in any way. By using this site you confirm that you agree with such collection.
This document is based on information from:
https://www.privacy.org.nz/responsibilities/your-obligations/
https://www.privacy.org.nz/the-privacy-act-and-codes/privacy-principles/purpose-for-collection-of-personal-information-principle-one/
https://www.privacy.org.nz/privomatic/index.html
This Privacy Statement was ratified by Executive Committee at a meeting on 17 November 2021.
Privacy Statement
Information for Members of SeniorNet Wellington
This Privacy Statement applies to our website, emails and newsletters that we send you and data that we need about you to enable us to run the organisation and obtain funding.
Privacy Statement
We collect personal information from you, including:
- name
- contact information
- ethnicity, age, current or previous occupation
- interactions with us
- attendance at courses, workshops and the Help Centre
- communicate with you electronically or by mail
- plan courses and events
- survey members
- support funding applications to our national body and sponsors as necessary
- Anonymous demographic data may be shared with funders, sponsors or government departments, but personal information will not be disclosed, unless you agree to this in order to participate in a sponsor’s offer.
- With The Federation of SeniorNet Societies of NZ in order to receive funding.
We keep your information safe by storing it securely.
You have the right to ask for a copy of any personal information we hold about you, and to ask for it to be corrected or removed. You have the right to have your data deleted from our records.
If you’d like to ask for a copy of your information, or to have it corrected or deleted, please contact us at wellingtonseniornet@gmail.com, or (04) 473 1510, or P O Box 11 654, Wellington 6142.
Website Disclosure statement
Disclosure about this website
In common with other websites, we advise that the Content Management System (Weebly) may collect browsing data.
SeniorNet Wellington does not access or use this data in any way. By using this site you confirm that you agree with such collection.
This document is based on information from:
https://www.privacy.org.nz/responsibilities/your-obligations/
https://www.privacy.org.nz/the-privacy-act-and-codes/privacy-principles/purpose-for-collection-of-personal-information-principle-one/
https://www.privacy.org.nz/privomatic/index.html
This Privacy Statement was ratified by Executive Committee at a meeting on 17 November 2021.
Cyber Smart Week 2021, 18 to 24 October.
CERT NZ’s annual awareness campaign, Cyber Smart Week, will take place 18–24 October 2021. The aim of Cyber Smart Week is to increase New Zealanders’ cyber resilience by empowering them with simple steps they can take to protect themselves from cyber security threats. Click Here to read the full article.
1st October updated with new article: 'Help all New Zealanders to Cyber Up with CERT NZ' Click Here to read.
Cyber Smart Week 2021, 18 to 24 October.
CERT NZ’s annual awareness campaign, Cyber Smart Week, will take place 18–24 October 2021. The aim of Cyber Smart Week is to increase New Zealanders’ cyber resilience by empowering them with simple steps they can take to protect themselves from cyber security threats. Click Here to read the full article.
1st October updated with new article: 'Help all New Zealanders to Cyber Up with CERT NZ' Click Here to read.
Welcome to Wellington SeniorNet
SeniorNet is the place where people aged 50+ meet to learn to use and enjoy technology in their everyday lives.
SeniorNet is the place where people aged 50+ meet to learn to use and enjoy technology in their everyday lives.
Free Visitors Session Friday 8 October, 12:30pm to 2.30pm
Help us promote Seniornet. Pass the information to anyone you think might be interested or bring a friend along.
Help us promote Seniornet. Pass the information to anyone you think might be interested or bring a friend along.
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Join us on 1st Floor Anvil House, 138 Wakefield Street for tea or coffee and learn how we can help you to understand and enjoy evolving new technology, and manage your computer, laptop, tablet, iPad, smart phone or other new device for best results and benefits. We share knowledge, learn together, meet friendly people, and have fun. Regardless of how much you know, there’ll be something here for you. Membership fee and course, tutorial, and workshop fees are modest.
We will be observing Alert Level 2 requirements, including wearing masks. To register, please contact: Graham Hill: phone 380 8097 or email graham.hill@orcon.net.nz |
CAUTION - SCAM
Te Tari Taiwhenua Department of Internal Affairs want to make the public aware of a large-scale malware scam which has generated thousands of complaints over the last 24 hours. (dated 30 September)
The scam involves people being sent a text message indicating you have a parcel that is out for delivery, or that has failed, with a link included. This link is to a website that asks the recipient to download a new application to their phone. If you receive this message, please do not click on that link - it is not safe.
For more information, please click here (it's ok to click here :)
Seniornet Hangouts have not updated this page in time for the weekly Seniornet Newsletter
7th September - SeniorNet Help Center will be open from Monday 13th September - Please register with Sandra Thorn
Level 2 means there is a limit of 4 bookings available morning and the same in afternoon session
7th September - SeniorNet Wellington will be gradually opening for business under Alert Level 2. This week someone will be in the office on Thursday to check phone messages. There will be an update on opening hours on our website and in the weekly news email next weekend. We thank you for your patience as we work through how to provide you with a safe as well as enjoyable learning experience.
Cheques are on their way out
Wellington SeniorNet has discontinued using/accepting cheques.
Most banks no longer issue or accept cheques.
Wellington SeniorNet has discontinued using/accepting cheques.
Most banks no longer issue or accept cheques.
Register: Registration is not required but you are asked to contact either of the coordinators before Monday to ensure a tutor is available to assist you.
Cost: $5 per hour or part thereof
Cost: $5 per hour or part thereof
All courses, workshops, tutorials and the Help Centre are for financial members only. To become a member, please see our joining page.
2021 AGM
The AGM will be held at 10am on Wednesday 21 April at Level 1 Anvil House, Wakefield St. As the number of members physically present is restricted to 30, members can also attend the meeting via Zoom.
Agenda papers have been emailed and posted to members but are also available here.
Agenda and Rule Change Chairman's report Annual Report Minutes of 2020 AGM
If you wish to attend the AGM please register:
To attend the meeting at Anvil House - click Seniornet Registration and put AGM in the subject line
To register an apology click the same link and put AGM Apology in the subject line
To attend via zoom - email me at at acheester@gmail.com and I will email you the URL link and password
Once spaces at Anvil House are filled members will be given the option of attending via Zoom. The free version of Zoom that we will be using is restricted to 100 participants so only those who register will be sent a password to enable them to join the AGM meeting. As the free Zoom meeting time is also limited to 40 minutes I will schedule two sessions, one at 10 -10.40 am and a second at 11-11.40am. I will open the zoom meeting at 9.50am to admit all registered members.
Please note, the latest version of Zoom that we will be using, allow you to connect to the meeting on your browser without downloading zoom on your local device, you just need to click on the link that I send you and accept the question to run from your browser, when it pops up
Allan Chee
Chairman
The AGM will be held at 10am on Wednesday 21 April at Level 1 Anvil House, Wakefield St. As the number of members physically present is restricted to 30, members can also attend the meeting via Zoom.
Agenda papers have been emailed and posted to members but are also available here.
Agenda and Rule Change Chairman's report Annual Report Minutes of 2020 AGM
If you wish to attend the AGM please register:
To attend the meeting at Anvil House - click Seniornet Registration and put AGM in the subject line
To register an apology click the same link and put AGM Apology in the subject line
To attend via zoom - email me at at acheester@gmail.com and I will email you the URL link and password
Once spaces at Anvil House are filled members will be given the option of attending via Zoom. The free version of Zoom that we will be using is restricted to 100 participants so only those who register will be sent a password to enable them to join the AGM meeting. As the free Zoom meeting time is also limited to 40 minutes I will schedule two sessions, one at 10 -10.40 am and a second at 11-11.40am. I will open the zoom meeting at 9.50am to admit all registered members.
Please note, the latest version of Zoom that we will be using, allow you to connect to the meeting on your browser without downloading zoom on your local device, you just need to click on the link that I send you and accept the question to run from your browser, when it pops up
Allan Chee
Chairman
Seniorhangouts is a programme of half hour zoom sessions 10am Monday to Friday, that the Federation of SeniorNets is currently trialling with a view to a full roll out in June 2021. Now that we are a member of the Federation we can participate. You can check out previous presentations by clicking here: https://classroom.google.com/c/MTY0NjUwOTQ1MTg2?cjc=s6ps2dy
Sessions this week are:
Monday 19 April, Spreadsheets for Beginners Session One by Raymond Ward-Smith SeniorNet Timaru
Tuesday 20 April, May 5th and 6th Events at Dunedin. -AGM & Symposium by Heather Newell SeniorNet Federation NZ
Wednesday 21 April, PDF"s. What are they and how do I make one? by Ian Grant SeniorNet Nelson
Thursday 22 April, iPhone Basics - including reference to the changes added in iOS14 by Robin Harrington SeniorNet Mac Christchurch
Friday 23 April, Canva - Making pretty pictures, posters cards and much more by John Gibsone from SeniorNet Manawatu.
If you would like to register to receive notification of upcoming sessions during the trial and be able to sit in on a live session, click here: https://forms.gle/bHa1t7GfVcZY2Wy17 .
Cyber Smart Week 2021, 18 to 24 October.
We’re excited to announce that CERT NZ’s annual awareness campaign, Cyber Smart Week, will take place 18–24 October 2021.The aim of Cyber Smart Week is to increase New Zealanders’ cyber resilience by empowering them with simple steps they can take to protect themselves from cyber security threats.
We’re excited to announce that CERT NZ’s annual awareness campaign, Cyber Smart Week, will take place 18–24 October 2021.The aim of Cyber Smart Week is to increase New Zealanders’ cyber resilience by empowering them with simple steps they can take to protect themselves from cyber security threats.
Volunteers' Forum Thursday 30 September 12.30 pm
Anvil House, Level 1, Room 2
This meeting is for all our volunteers and any members with an interest in being a volunteer. You can have a cuppa with your fellow volunteers, catch up with important information, share thoughts or suggestions and let us know of any problems so they can be dealt with.
The Volunteers' Forum scheduled for 30 September will only go ahead if we are in Level 1
Anvil House, Level 1, Room 2
This meeting is for all our volunteers and any members with an interest in being a volunteer. You can have a cuppa with your fellow volunteers, catch up with important information, share thoughts or suggestions and let us know of any problems so they can be dealt with.
The Volunteers' Forum scheduled for 30 September will only go ahead if we are in Level 1
Volunteers Meeting Thursday 15 July 2021, 10:00am
This meeting is for all our volunteers and any members with an interest in being a volunteer. This is where you can have a cuppa with your fellow volunteers, catch up with important information, share thoughts or suggestions and let us know of any problems so they can be dealt with. Guest Speaker for the meeting is Heather Newell, Executive Officer of the Federation of SeniorNets.
This meeting is for all our volunteers and any members with an interest in being a volunteer. This is where you can have a cuppa with your fellow volunteers, catch up with important information, share thoughts or suggestions and let us know of any problems so they can be dealt with. Guest Speaker for the meeting is Heather Newell, Executive Officer of the Federation of SeniorNets.
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Click for This weeks' sessions
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Seniorhangouts is a programme of half hour zoom sessions 10am Monday to Friday, that the Federation of SeniorNets is currently trialling with a view to a full roll out in June 2021. Now that we are a member of the Federation we can participate. You can check out previous presentations by clicking here: https://classroom.google.com/c/MTY0NjUwOTQ1MTg2?cjc=s6ps2dy
If you would like to register to receive notification of upcoming sessions during the trial and be able to sit in on a live session, click here: https://forms.gle/bHa1t7GfVcZY2Wy17 .
This week the sessions are on:
Monday 29 March: Michael Lawrence - An overview of the SeniorNet Administration programme SNAP
Tuesday 30 March: Ian Grant - Back-ups. How valuable is your data?
Wednesday 31 March: Doug Turner - New apps for image editing and desktop publishing by Serif - the UK answer to Adobe
Thursday 1 April: Chris Ellis (Audio,Cardio) - Hearing: How we hear, the concept of brain plasticity and threshold sound conditioning to maintain and strengthen your hearing from home with the AudioCardio app.
Friday 2 April: Stuart Mountjoy - How to solve "user locked out of laptop/desktop" issues.
Privacy Statement
- We collect information for lawful purposes so we can communicate with our members. We collect information so we can ensure we are providing you with relevant courses, news about technology and invitations to events.
- We also provide demographic information to our funders, sponsors and to government agencies but this information does not include personal identification. While we appreciate this demographic information, it is not compulsory to provide it. We may share your contact information with our national body, The Federation of New Zealand SeniorNet Societies Inc, so that in the event of the closure of our Learning Centre, for any reason, we can keep in touch.
- We will be happy to show you whatever information we have about you on our membership files and we will endeavour to keep that information up to date at your request.
Privacy statements for Membership Application
Note: Wellington SeniorNet will keep records of the below details of its members. The Privacy Act states that members must be informed that these records are computerised and will only be used to conduct Wellington SeniorNet business and not passed to any outside organisation. Members may, on request, receive a copy of their record and correct any errors.
Please note that under the Privacy Act we advise that the information provided in this application form will be entered into our computerised membership database and will be used only for Kapiti SeniorNet business. You may at any time ask for a copy of your information.
Note: Wellington SeniorNet will keep records of the below details of its members. The Privacy Act states that members must be informed that these records are computerised and will only be used to conduct Wellington SeniorNet business and not passed to any outside organisation. Members may, on request, receive a copy of their record and correct any errors.
Please note that under the Privacy Act we advise that the information provided in this application form will be entered into our computerised membership database and will be used only for Kapiti SeniorNet business. You may at any time ask for a copy of your information.
Free Visitors Session Friday 8 October, Starts 12:30pm - REVISE PHOTOS Before using
Help us promote Seniornet. Pass the information to anyone you think might be interested or bring a friend along.
Help us promote Seniornet. Pass the information to anyone you think might be interested or bring a friend along.
Free Visitors Session Friday 8 October, Starts 12:30pm - REVISE PHOTOS Before using
Help us promote Seniornet. Pass the information to anyone you think might be interested or bring a friend along.
Help us promote Seniornet. Pass the information to anyone you think might be interested or bring a friend along.
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Join us on 1st Floor Anvil House, 138 Wakefield Street for tea or coffee and learn how we can help you to understand and enjoy evolving new technology, and manage your computer, laptop, tablet, iPad, smart phone or other new device for best results and benefits. We share knowledge, learn together, meet friendly people, and have fun. Regardless of how much you know, there’ll be something here for you.
Membership fee and course, tutorial, and workshop fees are modest. For more information or to register, please contact: Graham Hill, phone 380 8097 or email graham.hill@orcon.net.nz |
Office Volunteers Meeting Thursday 2 July, 12:30pm Room 2
If you are already one of our office volunteers, or if you think you could help out in the office (answering the phone, registering members for courses, answering emails, etc.) this is the meeting that keeps you up-to-date with our procedures and answers any questions. If you are a new office volunteer, we will give you all the training you need and buddy you up with an existing volunteer until you are fully confident.
If you are already one of our office volunteers, or if you think you could help out in the office (answering the phone, registering members for courses, answering emails, etc.) this is the meeting that keeps you up-to-date with our procedures and answers any questions. If you are a new office volunteer, we will give you all the training you need and buddy you up with an existing volunteer until you are fully confident.
Volunteers' Forum Thursday 4 February, 10:00am
Anvil House, Level 1, Rm 2
This meeting is for all our volunteers and any members with an interest in being a volunteer. You can have a cuppa with your fellow volunteers, catch up with important information, share thoughts or suggestions and let us know of any problems so they can be dealt with.
Anvil House, Level 1, Rm 2
This meeting is for all our volunteers and any members with an interest in being a volunteer. You can have a cuppa with your fellow volunteers, catch up with important information, share thoughts or suggestions and let us know of any problems so they can be dealt with.
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2021 AGM
The AGM will be held at 10am on Wednesday 21 April at Level 1 Anvil House, Wakefield St. As the number of members physically present is restricted to 30, members can also attend the meeting via Zoom.
Agenda papers have been emailed and posted to members but are also available here.
Agenda and Rule Change Chairman's report Annual Report Minutes of 2020 AGM
If you wish to attend the AGM please register:
To attend the meeting at Anvil House - click Seniornet Registration and put AGM in the subject line
To register an apology click the same link and put AGM Apology in the subject line
To attend via zoom - email me at at acheester@gmail.com and I will email you the URL link and password
Once spaces at Anvil House are filled members will be given the option of attending via Zoom. The free version of Zoom that we will be using is restricted to 100 participants so only those who register will be sent a password to enable them to join the AGM meeting. As the free Zoom meeting time is also limited to 40 minutes I will schedule two sessions, one at 10 -10.40 am and a second at 11-11.40am. I will open the zoom meeting at 9.50am to admit all registered members.
Please note, the latest version of Zoom that we will be using, allow you to connect to the meeting on your browser without downloading zoom on your local device, you just need to click on the link that I send you and accept the question to run from your browser, when it pops up
Allan Chee
Chairman
The AGM will be held at 10am on Wednesday 21 April at Level 1 Anvil House, Wakefield St. As the number of members physically present is restricted to 30, members can also attend the meeting via Zoom.
Agenda papers have been emailed and posted to members but are also available here.
Agenda and Rule Change Chairman's report Annual Report Minutes of 2020 AGM
If you wish to attend the AGM please register:
To attend the meeting at Anvil House - click Seniornet Registration and put AGM in the subject line
To register an apology click the same link and put AGM Apology in the subject line
To attend via zoom - email me at at acheester@gmail.com and I will email you the URL link and password
Once spaces at Anvil House are filled members will be given the option of attending via Zoom. The free version of Zoom that we will be using is restricted to 100 participants so only those who register will be sent a password to enable them to join the AGM meeting. As the free Zoom meeting time is also limited to 40 minutes I will schedule two sessions, one at 10 -10.40 am and a second at 11-11.40am. I will open the zoom meeting at 9.50am to admit all registered members.
Please note, the latest version of Zoom that we will be using, allow you to connect to the meeting on your browser without downloading zoom on your local device, you just need to click on the link that I send you and accept the question to run from your browser, when it pops up
Allan Chee
Chairman
2020 AGM
The AGM scheduled for 18 March was postponed because of the increasing risk from COVID-19. Given that we are now in Lock-down mode for at least 4 weeks it is not possible to physically meet to hold the AGM during April so the Executive Committee has decided to hold one remotely.
The AGM will be held online at 11am on Wednesday 15 April using Zoom, a video conferencing tool that many people are now using.
Like our normal AGM meetings, we ask those wishing to attend the AGM, to register. The free version of Zoom that we will be using is restricted to 100 participants so only those who register will be sent a password to enable them to join the AGM meeting.
To register for the AGM on the 15th April please email me at acheester@gmail.com and I will email you the URL link and password
For those of you who are new to Zoom and want to attend the AGM I have provided information to help you set up Zoom on your device - your computer (Windows/Mac), tablets and Smartphones (Android/iOS)
To prepare a Desktop/laptop (Windows/Mac) and download and install the Zoom Application:
I suggest you use your normal email address when signing up for the free account, but come up with a new password for your new free Zoom account
To prepare your mobile devices do the following
For Android devices go to Play Store and download the app “Zoom Cloud Meeting”
For iPad/iPhone devices go to App Store and download the app “Zoom Cloud Meeting”
To learn how to use Zoom to join a meeting and see how it operates, click the link below to launch a 9 min Youtube video on “How to join a meeting for the 1st time”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9isp3qPeQ0E
Note: another limitation is that the meeting time can only run for 40 min, so I will open the Zoom meeting room at 10.45am, but will not start the meeting until 11am.
I will also schedule a 2nd session to start at 11.45am so if we need more time we can use the 2nd session
Allan Chee
Chairman
The AGM scheduled for 18 March was postponed because of the increasing risk from COVID-19. Given that we are now in Lock-down mode for at least 4 weeks it is not possible to physically meet to hold the AGM during April so the Executive Committee has decided to hold one remotely.
The AGM will be held online at 11am on Wednesday 15 April using Zoom, a video conferencing tool that many people are now using.
Like our normal AGM meetings, we ask those wishing to attend the AGM, to register. The free version of Zoom that we will be using is restricted to 100 participants so only those who register will be sent a password to enable them to join the AGM meeting.
To register for the AGM on the 15th April please email me at acheester@gmail.com and I will email you the URL link and password
For those of you who are new to Zoom and want to attend the AGM I have provided information to help you set up Zoom on your device - your computer (Windows/Mac), tablets and Smartphones (Android/iOS)
To prepare a Desktop/laptop (Windows/Mac) and download and install the Zoom Application:
- Go to https://zoom.us/download and from the Download Center, click on the Download button under “Zoom Client For Meetings”.
- Once the download is complete, proceed with installing the Zoom application onto your computer.
I suggest you use your normal email address when signing up for the free account, but come up with a new password for your new free Zoom account
To prepare your mobile devices do the following
For Android devices go to Play Store and download the app “Zoom Cloud Meeting”
For iPad/iPhone devices go to App Store and download the app “Zoom Cloud Meeting”
To learn how to use Zoom to join a meeting and see how it operates, click the link below to launch a 9 min Youtube video on “How to join a meeting for the 1st time”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9isp3qPeQ0E
Note: another limitation is that the meeting time can only run for 40 min, so I will open the Zoom meeting room at 10.45am, but will not start the meeting until 11am.
I will also schedule a 2nd session to start at 11.45am so if we need more time we can use the 2nd session
Allan Chee
Chairman
New to Zoom?
Click here for a 9 minute video on how to install Zoom on a PC and join a meeting for the first time.
To install Zoom:
If you are using a desktop or laptop (Windows/Mac) you can download Zoom by going to https://zoom.us/download . From the Download Centre click on the Download button under 'Zoom Client For Meetings'. Once the download is complete proceed with installing Zoom onto your computer.
If you are using a mobile device:
If you open a Zoom account use your email address and a new password rather than your email password or your Facebook or Google account.
Click here for a 9 minute video on how to install Zoom on a PC and join a meeting for the first time.
To install Zoom:
If you are using a desktop or laptop (Windows/Mac) you can download Zoom by going to https://zoom.us/download . From the Download Centre click on the Download button under 'Zoom Client For Meetings'. Once the download is complete proceed with installing Zoom onto your computer.
If you are using a mobile device:
- for Android devices go the Play Store and download the app 'Zoom Cloud Meeting'
- for iPad/iPhone devices go to the App Store and download the app 'Zoom Cloud Meeting'
If you open a Zoom account use your email address and a new password rather than your email password or your Facebook or Google account.
New 'Links' Page
We have a new button at the top of the page. Clicking on LINKS takes you to links to other web sites which we hope will be of interest to members. Currently these are the Super Gold Card, Age Concern, Office for Seniors and Power Switch but others will be added over time.
We have a new button at the top of the page. Clicking on LINKS takes you to links to other web sites which we hope will be of interest to members. Currently these are the Super Gold Card, Age Concern, Office for Seniors and Power Switch but others will be added over time.
Solid State Drive Installation
If your PC has a slooow hard disk drive have we an offer for you!
George Barna is willing to replace a laptop hard disk drive with a Solid State Drive (SSD) and transfer all your data for $45 plus the cost of the SSD. It will cost slightly more for the same 'surgery' on a Desktop PC as George will need to visit your home. All proceeds will go to Wellington SeniorNet.
SSDs are considerably faster than a hard drive, very reliable and have come down significantly in price. However, simply replacing your hard disk drive with a SSD will not fix any operational problems you are currently having. The content of the new drive will be identical to your current drive, including any problems with software, viruses etc.
If you are interested contact George at georgebarna0@gmail.com to find out what is involved. Please put SSDInstallation in the subject line when emailing George.
If your PC has a slooow hard disk drive have we an offer for you!
George Barna is willing to replace a laptop hard disk drive with a Solid State Drive (SSD) and transfer all your data for $45 plus the cost of the SSD. It will cost slightly more for the same 'surgery' on a Desktop PC as George will need to visit your home. All proceeds will go to Wellington SeniorNet.
SSDs are considerably faster than a hard drive, very reliable and have come down significantly in price. However, simply replacing your hard disk drive with a SSD will not fix any operational problems you are currently having. The content of the new drive will be identical to your current drive, including any problems with software, viruses etc.
If you are interested contact George at georgebarna0@gmail.com to find out what is involved. Please put SSDInstallation in the subject line when emailing George.
Click for details (The Help Centre)
The Help Centre is set up to help those new to computers and those wishing to upgrade their skills. We offer one-to-one assistance in a cheerful, friendly environment and while we don’t have all the answers we can usually point you in the right direction.
We can help with a number of computing devices such as laptops; tablets; smart phones; Apple Macs; iPads.
You can either use the computers at SeniorNet or bring your own. If you bring your own device please make sure the battery is fully charged or bring the power cord. If your queries are about E-mail please make sure you bring your passwords.
However, if your problem is Hardware or Operating System related, we will refer you to the Clinic which operates on Mondays from 12:30 to 2:30 in Room 2.
We can help with a number of computing devices such as laptops; tablets; smart phones; Apple Macs; iPads.
You can either use the computers at SeniorNet or bring your own. If you bring your own device please make sure the battery is fully charged or bring the power cord. If your queries are about E-mail please make sure you bring your passwords.
However, if your problem is Hardware or Operating System related, we will refer you to the Clinic which operates on Mondays from 12:30 to 2:30 in Room 2.
