Category: Device Basics

Understanding Software Updates: Why They Matter

In this session, our teen tech mentors will explain what software updates are, why they are important for your devices, and how updates help improve security, fix problems, and add new features.


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Tech Settings That Help With Accessibility

In this session, our teen tech mentors will demonstrate helpful device settings such as larger text, voice typing, screen readers, and other accessibility features that can make technology easier to use.


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Understanding Linux: A Simple Overview

In this session, our teen tech mentors will introduce Linux, explain how it differs from Windows and macOS, and help you understand whether it might be a good option for you.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.

Let Your Phone Do the Typing: Using Dictation

In this session, our teen tech mentors will show you how to use voice dictation on your phone to write texts, emails, and notes more easily and hands-free.


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Organizing Your Phone Made Simple

In this session, our teen tech mentors will show you simple ways to organize your phone, including creating folders, cleaning up apps, and making it easier to find what you need.


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Easy Ways to Reduce your Phone’s Storage

In this session, our teen tech mentors will show you how to free up space on your smartphone by finding large files, clearing unused apps, managing photos and videos, and understanding what’s using your storage.


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Focus Mode Explained

In this session, our teen tech mentors will explain what Focus Mode is, how it works, and how to use it to reduce distractions and stay focused on your phone.


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Understanding App Permissions on Your Phone

In this session, our teen tech mentors will explain what app permissions are, how to review and adjust them, and how managing permissions can help protect your privacy and security.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.

Why Backups Matter & How to Do Them

In this session, our teen tech mentors will explain why backups matter and show you how to back up your computer using reliable external drives, including enterprise-grade options from Western Digital and Seagate IronWolf.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.

What Is a Retina Display?

In this session, our teen tech mentors will explain what a Retina display is, how it improves screen clarity, and why it can make text and images easier to see.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.