Gardenlover
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If you're buying a printer as well, make sure it has the option for wireless printing, that way you won't even need to attach a cable. Anything connected to your network will be able to print to it.
What is your main access to the Internet?
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Gardenlover
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I read the OP as "what was my main access to the Internet", which is a laptop.
But I use the following on a regular basis:
Assorted laptops with different operating systems (Various flavors of Windows, MAC OS, Ubuntu Studio)
Tablets
Smart TV
Iphone
All in One. (Processor is built into the display)
Desktop, which is about to be sunset
So I'm not a tech snob.
But I use the following on a regular basis:
Assorted laptops with different operating systems (Various flavors of Windows, MAC OS, Ubuntu Studio)
Tablets
Smart TV
Iphone
All in One. (Processor is built into the display)
Desktop, which is about to be sunset
So I'm not a tech snob.
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Catlady
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I already have a printer, HP Deskjet 02530. I think I rather have my dinosaur desktop for easy big screen view and big easy to type keyboard, and then get a smartphone for quick internet stuff to carry wherever I go. Would also like a laptop but I can't afford a lot of toys.
Catlady
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So, if you have a smartphone you don't need to pay for internet? I'm sorry if it's a stupid question, I'm not very tech literate.
I now pay almost $60 with Century Link for slow internet and it really bugs me, but I like having internet, would be very unhappy without it.
Gardenlover
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From data I review, phone/tablet access is the growing trend. I think they were 51% of the devices used. Different segments of the Internet may see different trends.
I use my (old) I phone 7 as a hot spot for my iPadSo, if you have a smartphone you don't need to pay for internet? I'm sorry if it's a stupid question, I'm not very tech literate.
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Gardenlover
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The Internet access is bundled in with the smart phone service. Many plans have data limits, once reached your optimal speed is decreased. Read the fine print as even unlimited plans can be throttled back.So, if you have a smartphone you don't need to pay for internet? I'm sorry if it's a stupid question, I'm not very tech literate.
Cell service can also be an issue depending on how close you are to cell towers.
TravelinMan
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My main access to the internet is my laptop. I can easily print to it through my wifi network. I love how quick it responds since I have lots of RAM and electronic hard drive. It cold boots in 9 seconds.
I use my smart phone for quick looks for information, weather or whatever since it is almost always in my pocket.
For reading, I use my 11" tablet because it is easy to read even in a darkened room.
The Chromebook has become the main access for my wife.
I use my smart phone for quick looks for information, weather or whatever since it is almost always in my pocket.
For reading, I use my 11" tablet because it is easy to read even in a darkened room.
The Chromebook has become the main access for my wife.
Kaila
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I have a lightweight laptop, only. Nothing else.
It works with a wired modem. No wireless access here. Wired is very reliable for me.
A different wire plugs to the outlet, for electricity sometimes, but I can unplug it , for long periods, as the battery in the laptop lasts many hours.
I had heard same as you Deb, that Windows 10 was disliked. When I finally had to switch to it, I didnt find it awful to get used to, and am fine with it, now.
I read some of these posts, and will read more of them, when I can.
It works with a wired modem. No wireless access here. Wired is very reliable for me.
A different wire plugs to the outlet, for electricity sometimes, but I can unplug it , for long periods, as the battery in the laptop lasts many hours.
I had heard same as you Deb, that Windows 10 was disliked. When I finally had to switch to it, I didnt find it awful to get used to, and am fine with it, now.
I read some of these posts, and will read more of them, when I can.
Pappy
Living the Dream
iPad Pro 12 inch screen. I do 99% of my things on this. The other 1% is on my iPhone.
Have windows 7, on desktop, have great ignorance about all 'pc stuff.' have no desire to learn
Must have Word to type me 'great literature,' (Oh yea!)
Memory problems makes me reluctant to deal with this infernal machine and/or try to become adept
Son gave me a laptop several years ago-never could get me fingers to fit keyboard.
AARP sells a Pc for old folk that are dumber than a brick, which is attractive but pricey.
Finally, I am apprehensive of the amount of info on this infernal machine.
Son worked for software company:
I was employed by probation dept, using a closed site; son told me he could hack site, did so in less than a week.
Apparently, those with good knowledge of operational systems can pull-up anything they chose.
These infernal machines are dangerous and there is no methods to control access-the greater the firewalls, the more determined hackers become.
Must have Word to type me 'great literature,' (Oh yea!)
Memory problems makes me reluctant to deal with this infernal machine and/or try to become adept
Son gave me a laptop several years ago-never could get me fingers to fit keyboard.
AARP sells a Pc for old folk that are dumber than a brick, which is attractive but pricey.
Finally, I am apprehensive of the amount of info on this infernal machine.
Son worked for software company:
I was employed by probation dept, using a closed site; son told me he could hack site, did so in less than a week.
Apparently, those with good knowledge of operational systems can pull-up anything they chose.
These infernal machines are dangerous and there is no methods to control access-the greater the firewalls, the more determined hackers become.
Kaila
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@jerry r. garner
Just in case you ever cannot sit in the chair at the desktop (or if anyone else here ever finds themselves more limited in the future)
For all of your info, some laptops have same or larger keyboard as you are using on your PC desktop. I need that, too, and my keyboard has large square keys.
So if you ever need access from not at the desk, then ask son(or someone) to get you a laptop with a regular size, full-size, keyboard.
In addition, For vision help, some laptop have screens (mine included) that are also the same full size.
Weight is not too bad, as it's a very thin style.
I think Word is on every single computer of any kind, but I could be mistaken about that.
^^^^^^
I agree about the info on it. I think each of us needs to figure out which info we put on it.... and what we use it for, and what we do not choose to put on it.
But there is likely no way to keep info OFF internet, someplace. If we don't put it on there, ourselves, then our own banks, etc...all have our info on theirs.
And all of our info is out there, anyway now.
Think of how do all of those places get our names and addresses to send us junkmail. And they know when we will turn 65, etc....
I do agree with you, it's a serious concern, but not anything I would know how to change.
Just in case you ever cannot sit in the chair at the desktop (or if anyone else here ever finds themselves more limited in the future)
For all of your info, some laptops have same or larger keyboard as you are using on your PC desktop. I need that, too, and my keyboard has large square keys.
So if you ever need access from not at the desk, then ask son(or someone) to get you a laptop with a regular size, full-size, keyboard.
In addition, For vision help, some laptop have screens (mine included) that are also the same full size.
Weight is not too bad, as it's a very thin style.
I think Word is on every single computer of any kind, but I could be mistaken about that.
^^^^^^
I agree about the info on it. I think each of us needs to figure out which info we put on it.... and what we use it for, and what we do not choose to put on it.
But there is likely no way to keep info OFF internet, someplace. If we don't put it on there, ourselves, then our own banks, etc...all have our info on theirs.
And all of our info is out there, anyway now.
Think of how do all of those places get our names and addresses to send us junkmail. And they know when we will turn 65, etc....
I do agree with you, it's a serious concern, but not anything I would know how to change.
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IrisSenior
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Desktop computer as hubby used to work at home and is now recently retired. I also use my phone when I am not at home. I do have a laptop and a tablet but I don't use them much.
Marlene
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All of the above: when I'm at home and in my computer room, I use my PC. When I'm downstairs or lying in bed, I use my tablet. I use my phone constantly for texting, whatsapp (to chat and exchange pictures with my British pen pal) and phone calls (but not much for computer unless away from home as the screen is too small.
Gardenlover
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Now there is a topic for another thread (Favorite Apps - coming to a forum near you.)
Marlene
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Interestingly enough, I use very few apps because I don't want to deal with the risk of viruses and hackers (plus, I just don't need many). But I do love whatsapp as it allows me to stay in touch with people and was a great boon when I was in Ireland.
Gardenlover
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Whatsapp is a good way to stay in touch with friends around the world.
retiredtraveler
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Desktop at home (10 years old -- has latest software but old processor --- needs to be replaced) and tablet while traveling.
My main access is my desktop, that's the computer that I use regularly. I have bought, not too long ago, my first laptop and smartphone. I do use my laptop if I want to watch something on TV in the other room while I'm online, but so far not that much. The phone is rarely used for anything other than regular short calls to/from my husband.