Programme of Future Events for Wednesday mornings -
Breakfast Club - 8:45 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. (not currently running)
Alternating Weeks - 9:30 am until 11:30 am
UKCA Camera Club or Computer Technology Group
For information regarding participation via Zoom please contact Derek - denolgc@aol.com
Wednesday 25th November 2020
This week is a hybrid meeting covering both Groups.
Zoom login: Same for both sessions. (Contact Derek for Meeting ID & Password)
Each session lasts 40 mins.
First session : 09:30 - 10.10 AM Cyprus time (7.30 am UK Time)
Content: Computer session Speaker: Janine Scott
A look at the 'View' menu in File Explorer to change the way file information is displayed/hidden (and other topics this may lead to)
Refreshment break approx 10.10 - 10.30 am
Second Session : 10.30am - 11.10 am Cyprus time (8.30am UK time).
Content: Camera Club session Speaker - Derek Noronha
A look at a storage medium that many members use which is being
re-structured and what it means for those of you that use it.
For camera group members, details of an stimulating challenge ahead.
All will be revealed during the session.
Please confirm your attendance at this Zoom meeting preferably by Tuesday night.
Best Wishes,
Coordinators,
Derek Noronha/Rod Morement
Zoom login: Same for both sessions. (Contact Derek for Meeting ID & Password)
Each session lasts 40 mins.
First session : 09:30 - 10.10 AM Cyprus time (7.30 am UK Time)
Content: Computer session Speaker: Janine Scott
A look at the 'View' menu in File Explorer to change the way file information is displayed/hidden (and other topics this may lead to)
Refreshment break approx 10.10 - 10.30 am
Second Session : 10.30am - 11.10 am Cyprus time (8.30am UK time).
Content: Camera Club session Speaker - Derek Noronha
A look at a storage medium that many members use which is being
re-structured and what it means for those of you that use it.
For camera group members, details of an stimulating challenge ahead.
All will be revealed during the session.
Please confirm your attendance at this Zoom meeting preferably by Tuesday night.
Best Wishes,
Coordinators,
Derek Noronha/Rod Morement
Wednesday 18th November 2020
With the current lock-down in progress , ZOOM meetings will continue till 2nd Dec'.
Speaker: Derek Noronha
Content: Efficient Storage and finding old files quickly.
This week, a short update of news items for computer users for about the first twenty minutes.
For the remainder of this interactive meeting, I will be taking a look at a frequent question from many members
on ways of creating efficient storage mediums and quick access to finding older files, especially when one cannot remember the exact name of how the files were stored. I am sure this applies to many of us, unless one is the exception to the rule!
Zoom Meeting ID: and Pass-code: Same for both sessions. (available on application to Derek)
First session : 09:30 AM Cyprus time (7.30 am UK Time)
Refreshment break approx' 10.10 - 10.30 am Cyprus time
Second Session: 10.30 am - 11.10 am Cyprus time (8.30 am UK time).
FYI...
As Black Friday is on this week, be aware of online scams.
Amazon in particular is highlighted, but the same applies to other online sites for purchases.
https://www.which.co.uk/news/2020/11/how-to-avoid-fake-reviews-on-amazon-in-the-black-friday-sales/
Will those attending this Zoom meeting, let me know beforehand by Tuesday night, please .
This will allow a orderly admission of individuals from the waiting room prior to the meeting.
Best Wishes,
Coordinators,
Derek Noronha/Rod Moment
Speaker: Derek Noronha
Content: Efficient Storage and finding old files quickly.
This week, a short update of news items for computer users for about the first twenty minutes.
For the remainder of this interactive meeting, I will be taking a look at a frequent question from many members
on ways of creating efficient storage mediums and quick access to finding older files, especially when one cannot remember the exact name of how the files were stored. I am sure this applies to many of us, unless one is the exception to the rule!
Zoom Meeting ID: and Pass-code: Same for both sessions. (available on application to Derek)
First session : 09:30 AM Cyprus time (7.30 am UK Time)
Refreshment break approx' 10.10 - 10.30 am Cyprus time
Second Session: 10.30 am - 11.10 am Cyprus time (8.30 am UK time).
FYI...
As Black Friday is on this week, be aware of online scams.
Amazon in particular is highlighted, but the same applies to other online sites for purchases.
https://www.which.co.uk/news/2020/11/how-to-avoid-fake-reviews-on-amazon-in-the-black-friday-sales/
Will those attending this Zoom meeting, let me know beforehand by Tuesday night, please .
This will allow a orderly admission of individuals from the waiting room prior to the meeting.
Best Wishes,
Coordinators,
Derek Noronha/Rod Moment
Wednesday 4th October 2020
This week is a CTG session. -- ZOOM only meeting
Speaker: Derek Noronha
Both sessions
Following time constraints last week, an expanded in depth look at:
"What can be done to speed up Slow PC's /laptops including Windows 10 OS"
With more time available this week, I welcome more specific questions that relate to this weeks topic.
Kindly send any relevant questions on this topic that might be of interest to other members
before Tuesday evening, please.
First session :
09:30 AM Cyprus time
7.30 am UK Time
Refreshment break approx' 10.10 - 10.30 am Cyprus time
Second Session
10.30am - 11.10 am Cyprus time
8.45am UK time.
Will those attending this Zoom meeting, let me know beforehand by Tuesday night, please .
This will allow a orderly admission of individuals from the waiting room prior to the meeting.
Best Wishes,
Coordinators,
Derek Noronha/Rod Moment
https://www.ukca.com.cy/computer-technology-group
Speaker: Derek Noronha
Both sessions
Following time constraints last week, an expanded in depth look at:
"What can be done to speed up Slow PC's /laptops including Windows 10 OS"
With more time available this week, I welcome more specific questions that relate to this weeks topic.
Kindly send any relevant questions on this topic that might be of interest to other members
before Tuesday evening, please.
First session :
09:30 AM Cyprus time
7.30 am UK Time
Refreshment break approx' 10.10 - 10.30 am Cyprus time
Second Session
10.30am - 11.10 am Cyprus time
8.45am UK time.
Will those attending this Zoom meeting, let me know beforehand by Tuesday night, please .
This will allow a orderly admission of individuals from the waiting room prior to the meeting.
Best Wishes,
Coordinators,
Derek Noronha/Rod Moment
https://www.ukca.com.cy/computer-technology-group
Wednesday 28th October 2020
Following the new COVID guidelines on a Group limit of ten persons, the next two Computer Tech/Camera Group meetings will be Zoom meetings, subject to review mid-November.
Wednesday 28th October will be a combined program - (Contact Derek for Zoom meeting invite, or to confirm attendance by Tuesday evening latest)
First session :
09:30 - 10.10 AM Cyprus time
7.30 am UK Time
Speaker: Derek
Content: Computer session covering one of the most frequent complaints from members .
"What can be done to speed up Slow PC's /laptops particularly Windows 10 OS"
Refreshment break approx 10.10 - 10.30 am
Second Session
10.30am - 11.10 am Cyprus time
8.30am UK time.
Camera Club session
Content: Janine will be taking a look at what "Sharpening" is all about.
Wednesday 28th October will be a combined program - (Contact Derek for Zoom meeting invite, or to confirm attendance by Tuesday evening latest)
First session :
09:30 - 10.10 AM Cyprus time
7.30 am UK Time
Speaker: Derek
Content: Computer session covering one of the most frequent complaints from members .
"What can be done to speed up Slow PC's /laptops particularly Windows 10 OS"
Refreshment break approx 10.10 - 10.30 am
Second Session
10.30am - 11.10 am Cyprus time
8.30am UK time.
Camera Club session
Content: Janine will be taking a look at what "Sharpening" is all about.
Wednesday 21st October 2020
There is NO camera club scheduled this week.
See further notices for next week's subjects
See further notices for next week's subjects
Wednesday 14th October 2020 Computer Technology Group
This week is a CTG session @the clubhouse
9.30am - 11.30am Cyprus time
Please ensure you have a valid membership card.
Note:
There will be no breakfast club.
No bar open at lunchtime.
No table and chairs to be moved.
You need to bring in your own tea, coffee, or other beverages (and biscuits).
Please Apply Hand Sanitiser as you enter the clubhouse.
Refreshment break approx' 1030 - 10.45 am Cyprus time
Speaker: Derek Noronha
This week I will be looking at a number of Popular App's over the last three years or so that have been discontinued at short notice.
The alternatives available in some cases are not necessarily better or rather complex to use for the end user.
One of the biggest culprits is a very well known software group.
Want to know more !
Then do come along to discover what options are available.
This will be an interactive session where members present can also put forward alternatives they use and may be good alternative choices depending on user requirements.
Look forward to seeing as many of you as possible on Wednesday.
Note : No Zoom link due to a clubhouse flaky internet connection.
Take care and stay well
9.30am - 11.30am Cyprus time
Please ensure you have a valid membership card.
Note:
There will be no breakfast club.
No bar open at lunchtime.
No table and chairs to be moved.
You need to bring in your own tea, coffee, or other beverages (and biscuits).
Please Apply Hand Sanitiser as you enter the clubhouse.
Refreshment break approx' 1030 - 10.45 am Cyprus time
Speaker: Derek Noronha
This week I will be looking at a number of Popular App's over the last three years or so that have been discontinued at short notice.
The alternatives available in some cases are not necessarily better or rather complex to use for the end user.
One of the biggest culprits is a very well known software group.
Want to know more !
Then do come along to discover what options are available.
This will be an interactive session where members present can also put forward alternatives they use and may be good alternative choices depending on user requirements.
Look forward to seeing as many of you as possible on Wednesday.
Note : No Zoom link due to a clubhouse flaky internet connection.
Take care and stay well
Wednesday 7th October 2020 - Camera Club
This week is a Camera Club session@ the Clubhouse .
9.30 to 11.30 am
Please ensure you have a valid membership card.
Note:
There will be no breakfast club.
No bar open at lunchtime.
No table and chairs to be moved.
You need to bring in your own tea, coffee, or other beverages (and biscuits etc).
Please Apply Hand Sanitiser as you enter the clubhouse.
Speaker: Derek Noronha
Main session content
A modern camera-phone has become an item one never leaves home without, it has become the most popular device for capturing everyday moments.
I will be taking a look at some of the best Apps and features to improve the photos/videos that you take.
Most of these are free or very low cost, but offer more personal control and settings that were previously the sole preserve of SLRs; mirrorless, bridge and top end compact cameras.
Various aspects of this subject have been requested by many members in the past year.
Refreshment break approx' 1030 - 10.45 am Cyprus time
Look forward to seeing as many of you as possible .
9.30 to 11.30 am
Please ensure you have a valid membership card.
Note:
There will be no breakfast club.
No bar open at lunchtime.
No table and chairs to be moved.
You need to bring in your own tea, coffee, or other beverages (and biscuits etc).
Please Apply Hand Sanitiser as you enter the clubhouse.
Speaker: Derek Noronha
Main session content
A modern camera-phone has become an item one never leaves home without, it has become the most popular device for capturing everyday moments.
I will be taking a look at some of the best Apps and features to improve the photos/videos that you take.
Most of these are free or very low cost, but offer more personal control and settings that were previously the sole preserve of SLRs; mirrorless, bridge and top end compact cameras.
Various aspects of this subject have been requested by many members in the past year.
Refreshment break approx' 1030 - 10.45 am Cyprus time
Look forward to seeing as many of you as possible .
Wednesday 30th September 2020 - Computer Technology Group
This week the CTG session returns to the Clubhouse
Wednesday, 29th Sept' 2020 - 9.30am - 11.30am Cyprus time ( 7.30 am - 9.30 am UK time)
Coffee break approx' 1030 - 10.45 am Cyprus time
Please ensure if you have a valid membership card you bring it with you.
Note:
There will be no breakfast club.
No bar open at lunchtime.
No table and chairs to be moved.
You need to bring in your own tea, coffee, or other beverages (and biscuits).
Please Apply Hand Sanitizer as you enter the clubhouse.
Speaker : Derek Noronha
This will be a Q & A session. More of your questions answered covering Windows, Android, Media issues and other general advisory items.
Any further questions about any aspect of computing issues needing advisory solutions are welcome by Tuesday AM, please.
Zoom will be provided as an additional resource for UK based members.
I need to know in advance how many UK based members want to join the meeting via Zoom.
Minimum of three members are required, please.
Please drop me a line ASAP if you wish this service to be operating.
We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible on Wednesday.
Wednesday 11th March 2020 - Computer Technology Group
Not as Smart as Your Phone?
Whether you love or hate your ‘smart’ phone please come along this week to the UKCA Computer Technology Group for an easy-going session answering common questions on this life changing device.
Breakfast served from 8:50 a.m. to 9:25 a.m.
Computer Technology Group from 9:30 am to 11:30 a.m.
Break for coffee 10:30 a.m.
Session leader – Janine Scott
Bring your phone. The session will be about some of the benefits and pitfalls that smart phones are bringing to our lives. There’ll be opportunity to ask questions & although the session will be mainly based around Android phones expertise is usually available regarding I-phones and other Apple products too.
All welcome whatever level of understanding/expertise – Session fee - €2
Non-members of UKCA welcome – Guest fees apply
Whether you love or hate your ‘smart’ phone please come along this week to the UKCA Computer Technology Group for an easy-going session answering common questions on this life changing device.
Breakfast served from 8:50 a.m. to 9:25 a.m.
Computer Technology Group from 9:30 am to 11:30 a.m.
Break for coffee 10:30 a.m.
Session leader – Janine Scott
Bring your phone. The session will be about some of the benefits and pitfalls that smart phones are bringing to our lives. There’ll be opportunity to ask questions & although the session will be mainly based around Android phones expertise is usually available regarding I-phones and other Apple products too.
All welcome whatever level of understanding/expertise – Session fee - €2
Non-members of UKCA welcome – Guest fees apply
Wednesday 4th March 2020 - Camera Club meeting
Enjoy breakfast - 8:50 to 9:25 a.m.
9:30 a.m. onwards
Join us for a conversation about the future... we hope to see you !
(Biscuit break 10:30 to 10:45 a.m.)
9:30 a.m. onwards
Join us for a conversation about the future... we hope to see you !
(Biscuit break 10:30 to 10:45 a.m.)
Wednesday 26th Feb 2020 - CTG meeting
Breakfast Club - from 9:00 a.m.
Enjoy a bacon butty or scrambled egg on toast to feed the brain!
Cost €2 (Guest fees apply). Time - 9:30 am to 11:30 amSpeaker : Derek Noronha
Topic: What exactly is A1 (Artificial Intelligence) about ?
A look at the Reality world of what A1 is all about and its
increasing impact in almost all aspects of our daily lives.
Enjoy a bacon butty or scrambled egg on toast to feed the brain!
Cost €2 (Guest fees apply). Time - 9:30 am to 11:30 amSpeaker : Derek Noronha
Topic: What exactly is A1 (Artificial Intelligence) about ?
A look at the Reality world of what A1 is all about and its
increasing impact in almost all aspects of our daily lives.
Camera Club session - 19th February 2020.
Breakfast Club - from 9:00 a.m.
Enjoy a bacon butty or scrambled egg on toast to feed the brain!
Cost per session - €2
Presenter : Derek Noronha
Two topics for this session:
" CAMERA settings that EVERY photographer MUST understand"
Knowing YOUR camera in order to improve the quality of the photos you take.
"MASTER LIGHT in your PHOTOGRAPHY"
How to take good Photos even if the weather isn't perfect ( e.g Cloudy, foggy etc)
Aimed at newbies, semi-experienced and experienced photographers with simple cameras up to DSLR users.
Enjoy a bacon butty or scrambled egg on toast to feed the brain!
Cost per session - €2
Presenter : Derek Noronha
Two topics for this session:
" CAMERA settings that EVERY photographer MUST understand"
Knowing YOUR camera in order to improve the quality of the photos you take.
"MASTER LIGHT in your PHOTOGRAPHY"
How to take good Photos even if the weather isn't perfect ( e.g Cloudy, foggy etc)
Aimed at newbies, semi-experienced and experienced photographers with simple cameras up to DSLR users.
Computer Technology Group - Wednesday February 12th 2020
Breakfast Club - from 9:00 a.m.
Enjoy a bacon butty or scrambled egg on toast to feed the brain!
Cost per session - €2
Session leader - Janine Scott
Subject - Email - we use it all the time but how does it work, and what is happening when it doesn't?
Useful hits, tips and stuff that might make life easier.
All welcome, this is a very basic session that should have something to interest anybody who has sent an email.
Enjoy a bacon butty or scrambled egg on toast to feed the brain!
Cost per session - €2
Session leader - Janine Scott
Subject - Email - we use it all the time but how does it work, and what is happening when it doesn't?
Useful hits, tips and stuff that might make life easier.
All welcome, this is a very basic session that should have something to interest anybody who has sent an email.
Computer Technology Group - Wednesday January 29th 2020
Breakfast is served from 9:00 a.m
9:30 am to 11:30 am
Cost per session: €2.
Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided halfway through the session.
Speaker : Derek Noronha
Content:
A review of new Technologies on offer this year that are likely to be of interest and might even become very desirable in 2020 !
Also a look at an interesting "Tech" item that is still continuously evolving from it's first appearance a hundred years back, its growth and versatility
impacts on almost everyone worldwide and shows no sign of fading yet.
What is it ? Come along to find out; should raise a few eyebrows!
Look forward to seeing as many of you as possible.
9:30 am to 11:30 am
Cost per session: €2.
Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided halfway through the session.
Speaker : Derek Noronha
Content:
A review of new Technologies on offer this year that are likely to be of interest and might even become very desirable in 2020 !
Also a look at an interesting "Tech" item that is still continuously evolving from it's first appearance a hundred years back, its growth and versatility
impacts on almost everyone worldwide and shows no sign of fading yet.
What is it ? Come along to find out; should raise a few eyebrows!
Look forward to seeing as many of you as possible.
Camera Club - Wednesday January 22nd 2020
The 'Camera Club' returns, continuing as a purely social meeting of like minded souls wanting to spend a few hours learning a little more about their cameras, or other image taking devices, in a relaxed social atmosphere.
This morning (22nd Jan) we will be revisiting some of the videos that have been found useful to our members in the past. We all know we can watch an instruction video at any time, in the comfort of our own home... but we rarely do! Enjoy the chance to concentrate on an excellent and entertaining presenter, in the company of others who can provide useful comment and help if required. Don't forget to come a little early to enjoy a breakfast from Jackie and don't forget the coffee and biscuits too - what an excellent way to spend the morning!
All welcome whatever your photographic experience or aspirations.
Breakfast Club from 9:00 a.m. ; Camera Club meeting 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. ; Coffee break - 10:30 a.m.
This morning (22nd Jan) we will be revisiting some of the videos that have been found useful to our members in the past. We all know we can watch an instruction video at any time, in the comfort of our own home... but we rarely do! Enjoy the chance to concentrate on an excellent and entertaining presenter, in the company of others who can provide useful comment and help if required. Don't forget to come a little early to enjoy a breakfast from Jackie and don't forget the coffee and biscuits too - what an excellent way to spend the morning!
All welcome whatever your photographic experience or aspirations.
Breakfast Club from 9:00 a.m. ; Camera Club meeting 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. ; Coffee break - 10:30 a.m.
Computer Technology Group - First meeting of 2020 - Wednesday January 15th
We look forward to seeing you for a brand new year of fascinating information and friendship.
Speaker : Derek Noronha
Content: Derek will cover aspects of the following questions previously asked by members:-
Selection criteria for Android Apps; how to avoid making bad choices that might leave you vulnerable to malware.
Google Cloud Apps - various concerns and issues .
Windows 7: important considerations as EOL (End of Life) is imminent (or in layman's terms, Windows 7 is now considered completely obsolete by Microsoft so there wont be any more updates, support for it etc.).
Windows 10 - Latest update news .
It is intended to be an interactive session taking into account member's relevant experiences with the above items.
Speaker : Derek Noronha
Content: Derek will cover aspects of the following questions previously asked by members:-
Selection criteria for Android Apps; how to avoid making bad choices that might leave you vulnerable to malware.
Google Cloud Apps - various concerns and issues .
Windows 7: important considerations as EOL (End of Life) is imminent (or in layman's terms, Windows 7 is now considered completely obsolete by Microsoft so there wont be any more updates, support for it etc.).
Windows 10 - Latest update news .
It is intended to be an interactive session taking into account member's relevant experiences with the above items.