Hello All,
This is a re-post of an announcement that I received today from SLO Bytes' parent organization, APCUG
Ralph Sutter
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September 18, 2024
WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP
9 am PT, 10 am MT, 11 am CT, 12 pm ET
 
We might not know which presentation will be at which time until Tuesday night when we send the encrypted link.
 
We Had One, Why Do We Have Many? John Kennedy
ECOTUC Linux SIG Co-Host
 
SPECIAL CYBERSECURITY MONTH PRESENTATION
A Whole Lotta BS (Behavioral Science) about Cybersecurity
Lisa Plaggemier, Executive Director, National Cybersecurity Alliance
 
Register here - https://forms.gle/sZ23f1Jx86bJDAFf6 
 
After you click Submit, you will receive a pop-up acknowledgment of your registration. On September 17, after registration closes at 6 pm Pacific Time, you will receive the encrypted Zoom link.
 
We Had One, Why Do We Have Many? John Kennedy. Join John as he takes us on a historical journey to explore the intriguing question: ?We had a Linux operating system in the beginning (just like Microsoft and Apple), so why do we have so many now while the others still have just one?? We?ll delve into the origins of Linux and discover why it began to diversify. John will also trace the evolution of a modern distro, examine some of its ?descendants,? and explain why these variations are necessary. This session will be engaging for everyone, not just Linux enthusiasts. No prior knowledge of Linux is required, but you might leave with a deeper understanding.
 
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an international initiative that educates everyone about online safety and empowers individuals and businesses to protect their data from cybercrime. Even amidst large-scale data breaches and cyberattacks, Cybersecurity Awareness Month reminds everyone that there are simple, effective ways to keep yourself safe online, protect your personal data, and ultimately help secure our world. APCUG is proud to be a Champion and support this online safety and education initiative this October. The theme of Cybersecurity Awareness Month is Secure Our World! This initiative reminds us that there are simple actions we can take every day to protect ourselves, our families, and our businesses from online threats.
 
A Whole Lotta BS (Behavioral Science) about Cybersecurity, Lisa Plaggemier. Let?s be honest: most of us find cybersecurity frustrating. Thinking up long complex passwords, trying to find our phones when we need a code to log in to an account? it?s a pain! And if we believe the scary cybersecurity headlines about cyber-attacks and data breaches, none seem to be working. How do we make sense of it all?

If you find it confusing, you?re not alone. New research from the National Cybersecurity Alliance reveals insights into the public?s security attitudes and beliefs. With your audience participation, we?ll compare what you think to our research participants and cut through the confusion to give you straightforward, practical advice and tips on keeping yourself, your family, and your organization safe and secure. The talk begins with a short description of the behavioral science model: Capability + Opportunity = Behavior.
 
We are looking forward to seeing you this Wednesday. Do you have a presentation you have given to your group? Please volunteer to give it at one of the WWs. Have you seen a really good presentation at one of your local meetings? Let us know. Thanks, Judy & John (jtaylour@apcug.org -- jkennedy@apcug.org)

Hello All,
Here are my Notes for the SLO Bytes Photo Group Meeting of 09/06/2024
TOPIC: Learn and Share

Ralph Sutter opened the meeting displaying images shot with his Samsung Galaxy S22. Sutter focused on food that he had prepared and photographed with the Food feature of the Samsung software. He struggled showing photos of his kayaking trip to the San Juan Islands, finally managing to share those images after other members of the group showed their photos.

Alan Raul shot exclusively with the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II Lens to become more familiar with its strong points and limitations. Most pictures were shot at the Avila Beach third pier with a few in Shell Beach area where it was very foggy. His subjects included squirrels, seals and boats.

Kaye Raul was excited to share recent updates in Adobe Lightroom that allowed her to erase and manipulate images without having to call up Adobe Photoshop.

John Waller lamented recent changes to the YouTube algorithm that misclassified Photoshop images as music content. He then demonstrated how to quickly remove a complex background with selective use of the Photoshop eyedropper.

Stanford Brown explored the advanced photo features of his Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra phone with examples that used the features Expert Raw, Food, Panorama, Slow Montion, Hyperlapse, Portrait Video and Director's View.

The topic for October 13th will be a reprise of our previous session; Learn a Skill and Share It with the Group.
The meeting will take place via Zoom beginning at 2:00 pm,
The meeting schedule for the remainder of 2024 is as follows:
  November 10
  December 8


See the Links page; https://www.slobytes.org/digital/links.html for tutorials and other resources

Ralph Sutter

Check now: Was your SSN exposed in a huge data leak?
https://ktla.com/news/local-news/check-now-was-your-ssn-exposed-in-huge-data-leak/
 
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/national-public-data-confirms-breach-exposing-social-security-numbers/
 
https://www.pcmag.com/news/is-your-ssn-in-the-national-public-data-breach-heres-how-to-find-out
 
Massive Hack Puts You at Risk ? Act Now!
https://youtu.be/F5_8XJP_hSE
 
USA - Gov - Credit reports and scores
https://www.usa.gov/credit

Cloud Backup for External Drives
https://asktimgrey.com/2024/08/19/cloud-backup-for-external-drives/

SABRENT USB 3.0 and USB Type-C OTG Card Reader
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KGR39PL/
 
Top 5 Windows Command Line Network Troubleshooting Tools
https://youtu.be/e_AaBCf_aQ4
https://williehowe.com/2024/08/28/top-5-windows-command-line-network-troubleshooting-tools/
 
The B1M - Hosted by Fred Mills, The B1M is the world?s largest, most subscribed-to (and best) YouTube channel for construction.
https://www.youtube.com/@TheB1M

Fluctus - is a YouTube channel dedicated to sea geeks. Whenever you are curious or an incorrigible lover of this mysterious world, our videos are made for you.
https://www.youtube.com/@FluctusOfficial

Pirateship - Save up to 88% off USPS & UPS rates with our free shipping software.
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Hello All,
Re-post
Ralph Sutter
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The SCALE team is pleased to announce that the 22nd Annual Southern California Linux Expo ? SCALE 22x ? will be held on March 6-9, 2025 at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, California, near Los Angeles.

The Call for Papers is now open! We look forward to reviewing your proposals and including you in this year's SCALE program. Proposals maybe submitted via the SCALE website at:
www.socallinuxexpo.org/scale/22x/cfp/

Registration is now open! Visit our website to snag tickets at the best price - early bird pricing will not last long:
register.socallinuxexpo.org/reg6/

This non-profit event would would not be possible without the help of our volunteer organizers, and the generous funding support provided by our sponsors. If you wish to sponsor or exhibit at SCALE please email sponsorship@socallinuxexpo.org for more details.

We look forward to seeing you in Pasadena!
The SCALE Team

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

August 24, 2024
SATURDAY SAFARI
9 am PT, 10 am MT, 11 am CT, 12 pm ET
 
Communicate with Discord
Mike Ungerman
Central Florida Computer Society
 
Creating an Engaging eBulletin: A Step-by-Step Guide
Bill James, VP, Computer Club of Oklahoma City
 
Roundtable Discussion: Strengthening Member Groups
and the Role of APCUG

 
Register here ? https://forms.gle/hyTwToSRfHdkHGGz6
 
After you click Submit, you will receive a pop-up acknowledgment of your registration and the workshop encrypted Zoom link email on Friday,  August 24, after registration closes at 6 pm Pacific Time.
 
Communicate with Discord. Mike will delve into the social media platform Discord. Drawing parallels to the bulletin board systems of the dial-up era, Discord offers a modern twist on collaborative communication. Mike has successfully implemented a Discord server for the Central Florida Computer Society, and it's gaining popularity among their members and others who've discovered it through APCUG and Tech for Seniors.
 
Creating an Engaging eBulletin: A Step-by-Step Guide. This presentation will guide you through creating an effective eBulletin for your organization, ensuring your members are informed, engaged, and connected. Bill will start by discussing the essential tools you need, including using a word processor as a scratchpad and managing your email list with a .cvs membership spreadsheet. He will also cover using dedicated email platforms like Mailchimp, though this is optional.
 
Next, Bill will dive into the content creation process, focusing on what your members need to know. Learn to incorporate key elements such as your club logo, upcoming event dates, member news, and relevant content from other sources. Additionally, he will discuss the importance of including boilerplate content to maintain consistency and brand identity in your communications.
 
Whether new to eBulletins or looking to refine your existing process, this presentation will provide practical tips and strategies for success.
 
Roundtable Discussion: Strengthening Member Groups and the Role of APCUG. Problems and solutions.
 
We are looking forward to seeing you this Saturday. Do you have a presentation you have given to your group? Please volunteer to give it at one of the WWs. Have you seen a really good presentation at one of your local meetings? Let us know. Thanks, Judy & John (jtaylour@apcug.org -- jkennedy@apcug.org)