Tech-Savvy Daughter Archive 2010

1. An E-tool to Help You Keep Your New Year's Resolutions December 30, 2010

   With the holidays behind us and January 1st right around the corner, it’s almost New Year’s Resolution time. After weeks of holiday parties and tempting sweets around every turn...  Read more

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2. Tech-Savvy Gift Ideas December 16, 2010

   Are you looking for a tech-savvy gift for a loved one? Or maybe you’re looking for something to add to your own wish list. Here are six great technology products that are fun and easy to use at any age. ...  Read more

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1. Tis the Season for Online Shopping December 02, 2010

   When my grandparents were alive, I remember it being difficult to find gifts that they'd enjoy and use. Today, there are many great websites to help you find unique, meaningful, and/or practical gifts for the older adults in your life....  Read more

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2. U can txt 2! November 18, 2010

   In the past couple of weeks, I've had three different friends tell me how excited they were that their mom or dad had “finally” started texting. Text messages have become an extremely popular form of communication, particularly among young adults and tee......  Read more

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3. Shopping for Household Essentials Made Easy November 11, 2010

   Kathy Thomas, better known as the "Tech-Savvy Daughter", provides an overview of Alice.com, where seniors can shop for household items from the comfort of home....  Read more

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4. An Easier Way to Eat Out November 04, 2010

   A primer for seniors: Learn how to book restaurant reservations online using services like OpenTable.com. Step by step guide to your very own free concierge....  Read more

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1. How to Watch Your Favorite Shows and Movies Online October 28, 2010

   How to get free, streaming access to over 2,600 TV shows (many from decades ago) and more than 1,000 movies and documentaries....  Read more

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2. Free Exercise Programs on Your TV October 19, 2010

   Exercise TV provides a wide range of exercise programs, including yoga, pilates, stretching, walking, strength training -- along with abs and cardio workouts....  Read more

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3. Digital Photo Basics October 12, 2010

   When I tell my friends about my blog, they often tell me about tech topics that they'd like me cover for their parents and other loved ones. One of their most common requests is a post about digital photos and digital cameras....  Read more

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4. A Friendly Introduction to Facebook October 07, 2010

   Although Facebook was originally created for college students, today the site is intergenerational. In fact, seniors are the fastest growing group of users on Facebook....  Read more

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1. Electronic User Manuals Save Time and Space September 27, 2010

   Have you ever found yourself trying to repair or understand how to operate something unfamiliar in your own home or the home of a loved one? Many of us hold on to the user manuals for the various appliances and devices around our ...  Read more

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2. Old Time Radio - An Audible Walk Down Memory Lane September 23, 2010

   During the Golden Age of Radio, sitting around the living room and listening to broadcasts of shows like Amos & Andy, Sherlock Holmes, and The Avenger was a family tradition. ...  Read more

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3. The Wonderful World of Video Chatting September 16, 2010

   Due to frailty, the bride’s 90-year-old grandmother was unable to attend the wedding. Thanks to video chatting software, however, Grandma was able to witness the ceremony live over the Internet from the comfort of her...  Read more

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4. Are you LinkedIn? September 09, 2010

   Have you ever wondered what happened to a colleague or classmate that you lost track of over the years? Online social networking tools are an excellent way to maintain and build your network...  Read more

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1. Conference Calls – Not Just for Business (and Free!) September 02, 2010

   Conference call services are often used in business, but did you know there are free conference call services available for personal use? With family and friends...  Read more

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2. Crowdsourcing to Find Local Resources August 26, 2010

   Have you heard of crowdsourcing? It’s the term for the web phenomenon of collecting and harnessing the wisdom of crowds for advice and decision making. Crowdsourcing is a particularly great way to find services and destinations in your local area. It’s also a savvy way for long-distance caregivers to find reputable resources from afar. ...  Read more

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3. Closed Captions = Open Doors August 19, 2010

   Significant hearing loss has resulted in many people watching television shows with Closed Caption subtitles. Did you know that DVD movies can also be viewed with subtitles? Here's how!...  Read more

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1. Quick Tip: How to Increase Font Size on Web Pages August 12, 2010

   Did you know that you can adjust the font size on any web page with the touch of just two keys? Here's how! Keep in mind that PCs and MACs are slightly different in how it is done. ...  Read more

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2. Worried About Dangerous Drug Interactions? There’s an Online Tool for That August 05, 2010

   So when I recently learned that there are drug interaction checker tools available online, I called Dad right away, and we got to work. He simply read his medications to me one at a time as I entered them into the checker. Pretty soon we had a straightforward, detailed report of his potential drug interactions and possible therapeutic duplications. ...  Read more

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3. Shop for Wedding Gifts With Just a Few Clicks July 29, 2010

   With summer comes longer days, warmer temps, and...wedding season! To find out where my friends are registered I always go directly to WeddingChannel.com. The site lets you search across all the major stores, including Macy's, Pottery Barn, Crate & Barrel, Williams-Sonoma, Bed Bath and Beyond, Target, Bloomingdales, and many more....  Read more

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4. Savvy Money-Saving Tip: Check for Online Coupon Codes July 22, 2010

   A coupon code box on an online retailer's checkout page means there must be a deal out there to be had. Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, you can often find a deal with just a few clicks. You can too. Here's how! ...  Read more

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5. A Phone Book? July 15, 2010

   Say goodbye to bulky phonebooks! With the click of a button, Internet and cell phones provide all of the information you would find in a phone book. Read our tips for easy internet/cell phone information searching....  Read more

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6. App of My Eye July 08, 2010

   How to make a phone better suited to aging parents and seniors. The BigNames app from apple is a great way to make the text on phones larger, making it easier to use for seniors....  Read more

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1. Make Your PC Easier on the Eyes July 01, 2010

   Looking for some simple ways to make your computer screen senior friendly? Here are five tips to help you. Try using the magnifier. This can help make the screen easier to see. ...  Read more

   Katy Thomas PhD
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