Central Florida Computer Society / Main Meetings 2022

CFCS Main Meeting November 13 2022 Ray Baxter

Technology Changes for Music Listening and Music in the Car

The October 9, 2022 Main Meeting of the Central Florida Computer Society was a presentation of "Tech Skills For An Easier And Safer Computing Experience" by Judy Taylour, of the APCUG Speaker's Bureau.

The September 11 Main Meeting of the Central Florida Computer Society was a presentation of "Complete Robocall Defense" byJohn Krout of the Potomac Area Technology And Computer Society

John's presentation shows us:
How to prevent our smartphone from ringing when someone outside of our Contacts list calls.
How to create and install a custom voicemail greeting that includes the Special Information Tones (SIT) to convince robocaller systems that our number is not in service.
How to use the free Audacity app to create a custom voicemail greeting, including the SIT recording posted online by the presenter.
How a free app for Android enables the installation of a custom voicemail greeting via Wi-Fi.
Learn how simple cables allow iPhone users to install a custom voicemail greeting.
In 2019, John’s smartphone received about 25 robocalls per week and recorded nearly ten robocall voicemails per week. He applied deterrence techniques to his phone in mid-2020. Using the custom voicemail greeting technique, as of April 2021, the presenter's smartphone now receives an average of 2 robocalls per week and no robocall voicemails.

The Central Florida Computer Society (CFCS) Main Meeting on Sunday August 14, 2022 was a presentation Andre Klass, an old friend of CFCS. He's recently left Refresh Computers after 10+ years and resurfaced as the Director of a newly formed Non-Profit, the Christian Tech Center, which he's founded under the auspices of his Church!

It's at 1006 W. SR 434, Longwood, Florida at Rangeline Road. The website is https://www.christiantechcenter.com. They offer free computers and service to the needy in the Orlando area. They also repair computers to the rest of us on a donation basis. He explains all that they can do, what they need, and how we can help. This is a 501( c )3 charity, and Andre explains his religious reasons for creating this organization.

CFCS, also a 501( c )3 group presents this as a service to the community. If you have old computers and accessories, please consider donating them to the Christian Tech Center.

The Central Florida Computer Society (CFCS) Main Meeting for July 10, 2022. The Presentation was "YouTube Tips" with Ron Brown.

Ron Brown spends most of his day on YouTube. Arising in the morning he watches the news and then he has some quiet time to review his 330 YouTube subscriptions. His morning in the office usually involves interactions on YouTube and lunch with his wife bringing laughs as they watch the old classics. YouTube is on his phone, tablet and all of their Tv's as the primary source of entertainment. In this presentation, Ron discusses how he uses YouTube and gives you some tips.

The Central Florida Computer Society (CFCS) Main Meeting for May 8, 2022. The Presentation was "Computer Buying Guide" with Rob Truman. Getting ready to invest in a new computer? Totally confused about all of the terminology and specifications. Rob will provide some basics when it comes to picking your next machine. If you are looking for a pre-purchase buying guide, then this presentation is for you.

The Central Florida Computer Society held its main meeting on April 10th via Zoom. This is a recording of that meeting. This month we had an open forum of Q&A with Mike Ungerman giving a presentation on his ordeal with the Best Buy Geek Squad's warranty on his new Sony 75" TV. We also discussed printers, cell phones and plans. Stan Wallner talked about the T-Mobile hotspot that he is using while he waits for Century Link to restore Internet service in his neighborhood. Please click the thumbs-up icon to let us know you watched the video.

The Central Florida Computer Society Main Meeting presentation for March 13 by Swami. His presentation of "3D Printing - Past, Present, and Future by Swami, 3D Nerd. This is a clear explanation of 3D printing with example by an expert in the field of 3D printing.