Technology is ubiquitous, pervading every aspect of our lives. From computers to smartphones to activity trackers, technology is an integral and vital part of how we live, work, and play. This technological explosion can leave some members of our communities befuddled, anxious, and even slightly technophobic. To help out in this regard, attorneys Jeffrey Allen and Ashley Hallene have authored Technology Tips for Seniors, a book offering tips and suggestions for adapting to the changes that technology brings to their professional and personal lives and recommendations for embracing, rather than fearing, those changes. Written in simple terms without the use of technical jargon and in an easier-to-read large print, the authors set out providing tips for:
Technology Tips for Seniors
By Jeffrey Allen and Ashley Hallene
Published by American Bar Association. Senior Lawyers Division
QA 76.9 .O43 A45 2016
Technology Tips for Seniors: Volume 2.0
By Jeffrey Allen and Ashley Hallene
Published by American Bar Association. Senior Lawyers Division
QA 76.9 .O43 A45 2018
using mobile devices, including phones and tablets;
using PCs and management tools;
using the Internet as a means of communication;
sharing media, such as photos, videos, and files;
using technology for travel;
protecting your privacy and identity; and
monitoring health.
The second volume, Technology Tips for Seniors: Volume 2.0, offers some more advanced tips, helping seniors navigate the use of technology in certain settings, such as the office, the home, and on the road. Seniors can learn how to set up a Wi-Fi network in their office and/or office, use Smart Home Technology, use the Internet to become more digitally connected, and support their hobbies using technology. As an added bonus, the authors reveal some of their favorite apps.
You don’t have to be a senior or a person of a “certain age” to benefit from the tips provided in these books. Remember: it’s never too late (or early) to learn something new.