50Plus50Plus - Computers & Technology

Information about online classes, tutorials, tips and assistive technology.

  • AARP: Computers and Technology
    Online classes and training, tips and equipment recommendations from AARP. All levels included from basic web lessons to hardware / software reviews, tech tips and more.
  • cRANKy
    Age-relevant search engine for people 50+. Top four results for search term are displayed; anyone may use cRANKy, but only Eons members are allowed to rank sites. Site provides helpful selection of alternative search terms.
  • Learn Free: Computer Training
    Helpful online tutorials cover: Internet, Open Source, Office 2000-03, Life Skills and Windows.
  • Learn the Net
    Lessons for basic internet use. Wide range of more advanced topics including: tips for online shopping; sharing digital photos; downloading music or audiobooks to an MP-3 player; webcam and instant messaging; how to use blogs, wikis and more.

Brain Teaser Tease Your Brain!

1940's-50's Trivia: Can you choose the correct answer:

- In 1943, the world's largest office building, ________________ is completed.
(The White House, the Capitol Building, Buckingham Palace, or the Pentagon)

- In 1944, scientists at ___________________ invent the first automatic general-purpose computer.
(Harvard University, University of Virginia, UCLA, or Yale University)

- In 1950, the comic strip ____________ was started.
(Garfield, Dilbert, Simpsons, or Peanuts)

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