Hello All,
This is a re-post of an announcement received today from SLO Bytes' parent group, APCUG.
Ralph Sutter

MARCH 20, 2024
WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP
9 am PT, 10 am MT, 11 am CT, 12 pm ET
 
BACKING UP IN THE LINUX WORLD
With
Alan German, Les Larkin, Stew Bottorf, Joel Ewing, and Frances Chao
 
Register for this workshop here -- https://forms.gle/NFNdiiRqrdyeuMvK9
After you click Submit, you will receive a pop-up acknowledgment of your registration. In addition, you will receive the workshop encrypted Zoom link on Tuesday, 3/19, after registration closes at 6 pm Pacific Time.
 
3/20/24 ? Backing up in the Linux world. Join us on March 20 as we prepare for World Backup Day on the 31st. We'll look at several backup plans, from the simple to a more complete method. We hope you come away with some suggested tools for Linux backups and select what you think will work for you. AND start backing up your Linux machines! As Judy pointed out last week, it's not "IF," it's "WHEN."
 
Today's panel of presenters will include none of the usual Learning Linux team members. Alan German, Les Larkin, Stew Bottorf, Joel Ewing, and Frances Chao will give presentations on what they use to back up. There will be a short time after each presentation for specific questions (not comments) for the presenter. And, in our usual Open Mic Q&A, you can share any other backup plans attendees might want to consider, along with any additional comments you have about backups.

Hello All,
What follows is a re-post of an announcement from SLO Bytes' parent Group, APCUG
Ralph Sutter
MARCH 13, 2024
WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP
9 am PT, 10 am MT, 11 am CT, 12 pm ET
 
THE INS & OUTS OF EDGE WITH BILL
 
WHY DO I NEED TO BACK UP WITH JUDY
 
 
Register here ? https://forms.gle/Luzi3ms8uHofDrcF7
After you click Submit, you will receive a pop-up acknowledgment of your registration. On March 12, after registration closes at 6 pm Pacific Time, you will receive the encrypted Zoom meeting link.
 
THE INS & OUTS OF EDGE. Microsoft Edge, the modern web browser developed by Microsoft, is a dynamic and ever-evolving platform. Each update introduces new features, enhancements, and optimizations to enhance your browsing experience. Whether casual or power users, exploring Edge's capabilities allows you to make the most out of your online interactions. From productivity tools to privacy features, Edge adapts to your needs, making it a versatile companion for navigating the web. So, we will dive in, discover its ins and outs, and unlock the full potential of your browsing journey!
 
WHY DO I NEED TO BACK UP? In today's digital age, backing up your data is essential for safeguarding against various risks and ensuring the security and accessibility of your information. By investing in backups, you mitigate the potential loss of valuable information and maintain peace of mind, knowing that your data is protected and accessible when needed. Judy is on a mission to have all attendees back up their data.

Hello All,
The Dewalt DCB090 is a device that is attached to a Dewalt 20 volt battery.  This add-on is essentially a battery pack.  It has two USB-A ports and allows the user to charge small electronic devices.  The unit itself is charged by attaching it to a Dewalt 20 volt battery that is in turn plugged in to the Dewalt battery charger.  Once charged, the add on is disconnected.  Fully charged, it holds a 6 Ah charge.  I carried it with me on a 5 day kayaking trip to the San Juan Islands and used it to recharge cell phones and hand-held GPS units.

Buy it at https://www.lowes.com/pd/DEWALT-20-Volt-Max-Power-Source-Adapter/50102394 for $47.98
Download the manual from https://www.dewalt.com/GLOBALBOM/QU/DCB090/1/Instruction_Manual/EN/N388185_DCB090.pdf
It appears that Dewalt is no longer manufacturing the unit

In researching, I found a much less expensive unit.  It is simply a USB adapter.  You attach it to a charged battery pack and then pack both of them for recharging electronic devices in the field.  See https://www.amazon.com/Fybemax-Charger-Adapter-Battery-Charging/dp/B0CMX4MBGM Two pack for $17.99.
I have no experience with this product and can offer no recommendation for it.

Ralph Sutter

County of San Luis Obispo Water
https://wr.slocountywater.org/

CNRFC - Hydrology - Observed Precipitation - Past 24 Hours - Central California Coast
https://www.cnrfc.noaa.gov/precipMaps.php?group=cc&img=3
 
PG&E Outage Map
https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/outage-tools/outage-map/

UNROEVS Mini Rechargeable Flashlight - 2 Pack, LED Small Flashlight, USB C Rechargeable, 5 Mode, Powerful Pocket Flashlight with Tail Magnet, Clip for Camping, Hiking, etc.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPW4LW9D/?th=1
 
Morfec Power Bank Fast Charging 50000mAh - 22.5W Portable Charger
https://www.amazon.com/Morfec-Power-Bank-Charging-50000mAh/dp/B0CHJVFJ4G

IAPOS Portable Charger 40000mAh Power Bank
https://www.amazon.com/IAPOS-Portable-Charger-40000mah-Charging/dp/B0CDH4Z3JR/

The Best Portable Chargers of 2024
https://www.howtogeek.com/770220/best-portable-charger/

Dropbox fundamentals course
https://learn.dropbox.com/self-guided-learning/dropbox-fundamentals-course

Save your WordPad before it?s too late
https://office-watch.com/2024/save-wordpad-before-its-too-late/

Microsoft Publisher is ending ? what you need to know
https://office-watch.com/2024/microsoft-publisher-is-ending-what-you-need-to-know/
 
A vital setting that Microsoft 365 admins should check now
https://office-watch.com/2024/a-vital-setting-that-microsoft-365-admins-should-check-now/

How to check if your emails are sent with DKIM
https://office-watch.com/2024/how-to-check-if-your-emails-are-sent-with-dkim/
 
How to use Microsoft?s free PC Manager for a digital spring cleaning
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2229944/how-to-use-microsofts-pc-manager-for-your-pcs-spring-cleaning.html

Microsoft PC Manager - is an officially launched desktop security tool aimed at global users. It integrates Windows antivirus engine, comprehensively building a computer protection system. Microsoft PC Manager adheres to the four product concepts of simplicity, fluency, close to native, efficient and secure, and pure without disturbance. Based on user pain points, it provides a one-stop computer problem-solving solution, addressing issues such as malicious system tampering, insufficient computer space, system lag, and excessive pop-up ads, creating a native Windows system experience for users.
https://pcmanager.microsoft.com/en-us
https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9PM860492SZD?hl=en-us&gl=US

MSI Prestige 16 review: Light on your back and wallet
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2226045/msi-prestige-16-review.html

Alan's Hardware Information
https://slobytes.org/smf/index.php?topic=907.0

Hello All,
This is a re-post of a notice received today from SLO Bytes' parent organization, APCUG
Ralph Sutter

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LINUX  WORKSHOP February 21, 2024
9 am PT, 10 am MT, 11 am CT, 12 pm ET
 
Learning Linux
With the Linux Team
Orv Beach, Cal Esneault, and John Kennedy
 
Register here ? https://forms.gle/pyxdcQxyq8jfEMnd9
 
After you click Submit, you will receive a pop-up acknowledgment of your registration and the workshop encrypted Zoom link email on Tuesday, February 20, after registration closes at 6 pm Pacific Time.
 
Join us for another Learning Linux workshop where John will review the results of last Fall's polls and hear what the team feels they mean. We also developed two important follow-up questions to help us plan future workshops.
 
February is Open Source Software (OSS) month, and Orv will present what OSS means to him. One of the major open source, cross-platform software programs is LibreOffice.  Cal will be doing a presentation on LibreOffice's presentation program, Impress, that you should find informative. We will finish up the presentations with John, sharing information about where you go to get software or where what you are offered in Linux comes from.
 
The team will have their customary Open Mic where you can ask additional questions, share your thoughts on the topics presented, tell us about your favorite open source software, and maybe even submit an idea for future presentations or volunteer to give a presentation.

We look forward to seeing you this Wednesday.