The world is slowly but surely digitizing with each passing day. In an effort to bring everyone up to speed on all things technological, we are beginning a weekly column called ‘Tech Training 101’ where the Chautauqua Star’s own Scott Wise will guide readers through the basics of computing. Lesson 6: Using the Internet, Part ... Read More

The world is slowly but surely digitizing with each passing day. In an effort to bring everyone up to speed on all things technological, we are beginning a weekly column called ‘Tech Training 101’ where the Chautauqua Star’s own Scott Wise will guide readers through the basics of computing. Lesson 5: Using the Internet Last week ... Read More

The world is slowly but surely digitizing with each passing day. In an effort to bring everyone up to speed on all things technological, we are beginning a weekly column called ‘Tech Training 101’ where the Chautauqua Star’s own Scott Wise will guide readers through the basics of computing. Lesson 1: Computer Basics I had a hard ... Read More

The world is slowly but surely digitizing with each passing day. In an effort to bring everyone up to speed on all things technological, we are beginning a weekly column called ‘Tech Training 101’ where the Chautauqua Star’s own Scott Wise will guide readers through the basics of computing. Lesson 2: Computer Basics II Last week ... Read More

The world is slowly but surely digitizing with each passing day. In an effort to bring everyone up to speed on all things technological, we are beginning a weekly column called ‘Tech Training 101’ where the Chautauqua Star’s own Scott Wise will guide readers through the basics of computing. Lesson 3: Operating Systems I do hope ... Read More

WASHINGTON (AP) — Medical student Gregory Shumer studied the electronic health record and scooted his laptop closer to the diabetic grandfather sitting on his exam table. "You can see," he pointed at the screen — weight, blood sugar and cholesterol are too high and rising. The man didn't reveal he was too nearsighted to see those numbers, but ... Read More

On today's radar, Yesterday I spoke about March 29 Woodsongs Coffeehouse Radio Hour Show. Today, I'll be talking about Google Play. Google Play In this fast paced society it's important to set time aside for a little rest and relaxation. But, sometimes it can be hard to find a way to escape from the stress of ... Read More

JAMESTOWN -- Prendergast Library will offer several new classes beginning March 19 with support from the New York State Library’s Adult Literacy Library Services grant program. Courses designed to help area residents enhance their job and computer skills are offered in cooperation with Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES. Instruction is free and ... Read More

Since my last article, Microsoft released the Consumer Preview of Windows 8. This marks the latest effort to refine, enhance and improve upon the already successful (and often disappointing) Windows operating system. And, like I’m sure most of you did, I grabbed my copy on day one and installed it into a “virtual ... Read More

I always get such great questions from the readers but sometimes I get really great topics by simply listening to conversations around me. For some reason, as soon as I hear the words “my computer” I know right then that it’s going to be followed by something along the lines of “is acting up” or “hasn’t been working right.” ... Read More