General Meeting Topic – June 2020

June 17, 2020, at 7:00 PM Linux Lite: An Easy to Use Alternative to Windows 7 Presenter: Joe Vonderwell, CCS Membership Director Project Description of Linux Lite paraphrased from LinuxLiteOS.com By producing an easy-to-use Linux-based Operating System, we hope that people will discover just how simple it can be to use Linux Lite. Linux Lite is free for everyone to use and share and suitable for people who are new to Linux or for people who want a lightweight environment that is also fully functional. Continue reading →

General Meeting Topic – May 2020

May 20, 2020, at 7:00 PM Building a Smart Mirror Presenter: Craig Wright, CCS Communications Director Synopsis: “Wouldn’t it be great if your mirror served more than one purpose? What if it showed you today’s weather alongside that stray hair no amount of hairspray can tame? How about some inspirational quotes to jumpstart your day? Maybe you need to see today’s date and time? All of this and more can be accomplished with a Raspberry Pi single-board computer, some spare wood, an old (or new) Continue reading →

General Meeting Topic – April 2020

April 15, 2020, at 7:00 PM Protecting Your Digital Life Presenter: Bob Gostischa, Member of Speakers Bureau for APCUG and Member of the Licking County Computer Society (ECOTUC) Synopsis: “This presentation will cover how we can protect our computers (Mac and Windows), tablets (Android and iPad OS), smartphones, and other smart devices. Bob will explain the importance of guarding your online presence. He’ll also share what he uses to keep his computers, smart devices as well as connected Internet of Things devices secure.” About the Continue reading →

General Meeting Canceled – March 2020

CCS Friends & Supporters,   The Columbus Metropolitan Library has canceled all meetings until at least March 31st. Here is information from the Columbus Metropolitan Library: A message from Patrick Losinski, CEO Columbus Metropolitan Library   Columbus Metropolitan Library is committed to serving the needs of the public while taking precautionary steps on behalf of our customers, staff and the community. With the outbreak of the coronavirus, or COVID-19, we are monitoring information and following guidelines provided by our city, county and state health officials Continue reading →