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25.01.2022 Just like organising your office, you can file all of your emails into different folders Here's how: If you use Gmail 1.Scroll to the bottom of the menu on the left hand side 2. At the bottom, click 'Create New Label'... 3. 'Name' the label 4. Click 'Save' If you use Outlook 1. In the left panel of 'Mail, Contacts, Tasks, or Calendar', right-click where you want to add the folder, and then click 'New Folder' 2. In the 'Name' box, enter a name for the folder, and press 'Enter'

25.01.2022 Youve probably heard of YouTube and maybe even clicked on a few cat videos over the years, but did you know that YouTube is a treasure trove of entertainment and education available for you to access for free?! Discover this and so much more by reading the article below

25.01.2022 Do you have an older friend or family member who would benefit from learning or improving their tech skills? Help them navigate the tricky online world by using the free Be Connected learning resources developed by eSafety. Check out the content library here https://bit.ly/33wnx2y

24.01.2022 If you are based in Hobart and interested in learning the basics of the internet, join the Hobart Library on August the 27th for a crash course. The free session will cover: How to find and browse websites Understand hyperlinks... Bookmark pages Stay safe online As there are limited spots available please reserve your seat

24.01.2022 Nothing beats homegrown veggies in the garden That's why we have found a free app for novice to experienced gardeners to learn what veggies should be planted when- introducing ABC's Vegie Guide! The app is designed to give you tips on how to get the best out of your crop all year round and allows you to keep a record of what's going on in your garden- keep track of what you planted and when, take photos of the progress and be prompted when your plants should be ready to har...vest. How great is that! Test it out by downloading the app on your smartphone

24.01.2022 Seniors Week is fast approaching! Join COTA (Council On The Ageing) Tasmania this Thursday 1st of October for the official launch via Zoom. The webinar will feature interviews from several older Tasmanians who are active in their communities and will finish with some songs from the popular Croon vocal trio. Register for this free event below

23.01.2022 Libraries Tasmania is celebrating Seniors Week across the library network with a range of workshops and events being held throughout the week. To find out what events are happening in your local library, see below or visit your local library

23.01.2022 Are you looking to do some Christmas shopping online? We want to ensure you have the safest experience, so we have put together our top tips for safe online shopping. 1. Use familiar websites 2. Look for websites that have the 'lock' symbol 3. Check your bank statements regularly for any unusual activity... 4. Avoid offers that seem too good to be true 5. If possible use a credit card or PayPal Happy shopping!

23.01.2022 Happy Seniors Week This week we are celebrating across the state with a range of virtual and face to face events. See the event guide here to find out what's happening in your local area https://bit.ly/36RD8gl

22.01.2022 Do you or someone you know need assistance with getting online? Were here to help Simply click our website link below, choose the region and municipality that you live in and wallah- you will be provided with all of the upcoming events in your area that are hosted by Libraries Tasmania. Give it a go below!

21.01.2022 Next Thursday 24th September the Hobart Library are hosting a session on Email Basics. The session will cover: What is email and how to create an account How to send and reply to emails... Sending and opening attachments Email safety and security As this program is currently modified to meet public gathering restrictions, there are only limited spaces available. To register your interest, click on the link https://bit.ly/2FtVqcb

21.01.2022 Password change This is your monthly reminder to change your passwords for social media, emails, internet banking etc. We would hate for you to get hacked

21.01.2022 Libraries Tasmania are celebrating the start of spring with a new release of eBooks and eAudiobooks. With hundreds of titles to choose from you will have hours of entertainment at the click of a button. If you havent used an e-book before, all you will need to do is download the app, browse the different book options available and borrow the title for 7, 14 or 21 days. If you get stuck Libraries Tas have put together a guide to assist. Access it here https://bit.ly/35cfXfV Happy listening

20.01.2022 If you are wanting to create a group chat on Messenger with your friends and family, follow these simple steps to set up and start your chat 1. Open the Messenger App 2. In the top right corner, select the Square and Pencil Icon 3. Choose the people you would to add to the message (need to do one at a time). Once all selected click Done... 4. Start typing the message and press Send. Can continue to send messages in the same chat Happy chatting

20.01.2022 Facebook feature Facebook stories are a feature on the app where you can share photos, videos and posts for 24 hours. To post a photo or video on your story:... Click + Add to Story at the top of your News Feed Click Photo/Video to add a photo or video from your camera gallery Next to Your Story, you can click the audience selector. Choose from public or friends. These will be the people you choose to see your story Click post. Your story will now be live for 24 hours! See more

20.01.2022 Hot tip For a better user experience online, download the Google Chrome app on your mobile device. It will be a game changer!

19.01.2022 There are three ways you can access help with Digital Ready For Daily Life: 1. Visit our website where you will find how-to videos and factsheets https://digitalready.tas.gov.au/dailylife/ 2. Follow our Facebook page where we post tips and tricks on how to use digital technology... 3. Sign up to our mailing list on the website to stay in touch about events that are happening in your local area that will help you get online If you know someone that could benefit from our advice with getting online, please share

18.01.2022 Ari is learning how to share posts on Facebook so he can show his support for businesses during COVID. To share a post that you see on your News Feed on Facebook, follow these easy steps: Below a post, click Share in the bottom right Select where you want to share the post (Share to Your Story Now, Share Now and Share... (allows you to add a comment before sharing) are the most popular!)

18.01.2022 Moving house? Update your new address online through the website below The great thing about the online form is it updates quickly and across a number of services including: Driver Licence Vehicle Registration... Libraries Tasmania Library Card Land Tax Inland Fisheries Service Licence Recreational Sea Fishing Licence Marine and Safety Tasmania Registration and Licences Firearms Services Monetary Penalties Enforcement Service Seniors Card Australian Electoral Commission Tasmanian Cervical Screening Register WorkSafe Tasmania Consumer Building and Occupational Services See more

18.01.2022 Do you find your phone battery doesnt last the entire day? Or you are constantly charging it at inconvenient times? Instead of charging your phone when its nearly flat, consider charging your phone every night whilst you sleep so that it can be recharged and ready to go!

18.01.2022 Getting a new phone or mobile connection can be confusing, overwhelming and stressful. There can be too many questions asked, too much tech talk and too much information. So we have made it simple, by putting together a handout that features the different mobile phones and phone plans that are out there in the marketplace. Access it here https://bit.ly/30vT4QF

16.01.2022 If you have kids connecting with family and friends online you need to consider the risks. Find out what these are and what you can do to stay safe in the digital world, with this easy to read guide by Kids Helpline Australia

15.01.2022 COTA (Council On The Ageing) Tasmania have developed a series of instructions for a range of devices to assist you with using and setting up the popular app Zoom This is a great tool that will allow you to connect and communicate with friends and family across the world See the instructions here https://bit.ly/3itBIe8

15.01.2022 Mary has just downloaded the app Spotify on her mobile device to listen to music she likes anywhere, at any time. She was amazed by the endless choice of songs available and that she could create an account for free! As she doesnt like ads in between songs, Mary has decided to sign up to Spotify Premium for $11.99 a month. To download Spotify, visit the app store on your device and select download. Once ready, open the app and follow the sign-up form questions. ... Happy listening!

15.01.2022 Do you have a story about how you became digitally savvy? We want to hear from you! In the comments below, tell us your journey and your best tips for getting help online

15.01.2022 Do you often find yourself looking at the computer screen wondering what your password is to log in? We have a safe and secure solution for you... 1Password! From as little as $2.99 per month you can safely store and manage your passwords for all your applications, without having to remember a thing. Discover more about 1Password below

14.01.2022 Its important to be really vigilant of online scams With an increase of over 27% during the last three months, we need to take extra care before proceeding with any odd emails, letters or Facebook ads. One to keep an eye out for at the moment is a scam involving Bitcoin. The scam is using celebrities such as Dick Smith to endorse the product and encourages you to transfer money from your bank account. To learn more about this scam, please see the article below

13.01.2022 Libraries across Tasmania, in conjunction with Be Connected, are hosting a series of events on how to spot a scam, staying safe on Facebook and learning how to use your Android or Apple device To find out what your local library has available, visit our Facebook Page and select the Events tab.

13.01.2022 Photography is such an important part of our everyday life, and now we have cameras at our fingertips with mobile phones. So we thought it would be ideal to share with you our top 10 tips to help you achieve picture perfect images every time 1. Have a clean lense on the camera 2. Manually set the focus in settings 3. Dont use flash... 4. Manually set exposure 5. Consider the rule of thirds 6. Try to have your subjects in odd numbers 7. Straighten any horizon lines in the frame 8. Use leading lines 9. Photograph in natural light, where possible 10. Try not to Zoom in Happy snapping

12.01.2022 Messenger is a popular app that allows you to chat with friends and family for free on your mobile device when connected to the internet. To help assist you with setting up Messenger on various devices, COTA (Council On The Ageing) Tasmania have developed a range on instructions. Access them here https://bit.ly/2GnWgaI

12.01.2022 Next week the Kingston Library is hosting an evening and day session on eSafetys parent guide to popular apps. Looking at the safety of Tik Tok, Instagram and YouTube for your kids or grandkids. To register for the event visit our events tab on the Facebook page or see below

12.01.2022 Do you have school aged kids that want to learn more about the digital world? Libraries across Tasmania offer a range of sessions after school (and the occasional Saturday) that are designed to increase their knowledge on how to use digital technology. If you are interested in learning more or finding events in your area, visit our website https://bit.ly/3i4qyga

12.01.2022 Mary wanted to keep updated with events happening at her local library, so she subscribed to the Digital Ready for Daily Life newsletter. If you would like to be like Mary, subscribe here https://bit.ly/31o6G1L

11.01.2022 Find you local help Discover what support is available to help you get online Simply choose your location and it will provide you with the closest library that can assist. Get ready to work with passionate people who want to see digital inclusion across our community

10.01.2022 Eating well is very important as you get older to help you stay healthy and strong but often we don't know what to cook! To assist you with different dinner options, the online website Taste features a range of healthy recipes to try. Check it out here https://bit.ly/30g2not or download the Taste app on your smartphone device.

10.01.2022 Ever get to the supermarket and realise you left your shopping list at home? You need to check out the app Todoist This platform allows you to create lists, such as shopping lists and stores them in the cloud on your smart device- no need to worry about missing anything off the list again! To find out more visit https://todoist.com/

10.01.2022 Do you or someone you know have a business in Tasmania? Be sure to look up our other program, Digital Ready, as there are loads of resources available for you to access including our 2 hour free coaching program. To learn more about the program, head to our website https://bit.ly/3krSBqs

10.01.2022 Would you like to learn how to browse the internet? The 'Using the Internet' course is an easy program that covers using a web browser to view websites, learning how to create bookmarks and what copyright means online. Access the course here https://bit.ly/33OAAw2

09.01.2022 Are you feeling tired? Take a power nap using the sleep cycle power nap app on your mobile phone. The app uses in built accelerometer to analyse your movements and wakes you up before you fall into a deep sleep. To learn more about the app features and how it works, see below

09.01.2022 How often are you updating your smartphone? According to research we should update our devices every 2-3 years to ensure we have the latest technology at our fingertips and to stop issues occurring on our devices.

09.01.2022 If you need phone or internet help in another language or in Auslan, the ACCAN have developed a suite of free tips. Tips include common telco issues and advice on how to get help if things go wrong. Access below

09.01.2022 How regularly are you updating your passwords? We know many of you dont update your passwords unless prompted, but its a good habit to get into monthly as it will lower your chances of getting your information hacked

09.01.2022 Which social media platform would you like to learn tips and tricks on next week?

09.01.2022 This August is national family history month! With the theme being Get Curious! To celebrate, Libraries Tasmania, are inviting you to explore your family history by diving into the archives and collections, with guidance from history experts. To see if your local library is hosting an event, click our event tab on Facebook or visit our website https://bit.ly/3i4qyga

06.01.2022 Seniors Week is in full swing One thing we love about this week is it allows for older Tasmanians to share their amazing source of knowledge and expertise. So we would love for you to share this knowledge by commenting below, any great online tools that you recommend

06.01.2022 Are you sick of all the rewards cards clogging up your wallet? Did you know you can access an app that will store them for you? Introducing Stocard, your mobile wallet All you need to do is download the app for free from the Google Play or Apple App store, create an account, add your loyalty cards and wallah! You can now start earning rewards. To learn more about the app, see below

06.01.2022 If you have friends and family in Victoria that you would like to connect with during this time, we have put together a step by step guide on how to use live video tools. All you need is a computer, a laptop, a tablet or even a smartphone, and access to a Wi-Fi connection with a data plan, then you are able to connect to loved ones using a video app. It is pretty straightforward and while it might feel a bit strange at first, you will be chatting away live in no time. See how to do this below

05.01.2022 Did you know your smartphone has an in-built health app that allows you to count your steps, track your sleep and add your medical ID for emergencies? Available on most Apple and Android devices, simply search 'health' to start discovering the app today

05.01.2022 Did you know you need to update the apps on your mobile phone? If you are finding your apps are running slowly or something isnt working properly, 9/10 times it means that the app needs updating. To do this on an Apple device: - Go to the App Store - Tap Account... - Tap Updates - Tap Update next to an app to update only that app, or tap Update All To complete on an Android device: - Go to the Google Play Store - Tap My apps & games - Tap individual installed apps to update or tap Update All to download all available updates - If presented, review App Permissions then tap Accept to proceed with app update

04.01.2022 As COVID has changed our habits, what are some new things you are now doing online? It could be internet banking, using Zoom, shopping online. Share them in the comments below

04.01.2022 Are you wanting to receive regular updates about digital assistance available near you? Sign up with your email address below https://bit.ly/2PfhA3c

03.01.2022 Join the Kingston Library or Glenorchy Library next Thursday the 30th of July for how to stay safe on Facebook. The sessions are run in conjunction with BeConnected and the e-safety team. The one-hour session will cover: What you can do on Facebook How to take control of your privacy settings... Common scams on Facebook How advertising works on Facebook Q&A session To register for this free event, click on the relevant event like below Kingston- https://bit.ly/3jnTMHY Glenorchy- https://bit.ly/3jp38nc

03.01.2022 The last few months have shown us how vital digital skills are. Yet, there are still 2.5 million people not online in Australia who are at risk of missing out on opportunities to find work, connect with loved ones and access essential services. That's why we have joined the Good Things Foundation annual digital inclusion campaign, Get Online Week, from the 19-25 October 2020, to help spread the message that ‘Now’s the time to get online’. If you know someone who could really benefit from joining the online world, find support by visiting this website https://aus.getonlineweek.com/

03.01.2022 Do you find yourself misplacing your iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch or Mac? Find My iPhone is a free app that will let you use any IOS devise to find it and protect your data. To use the app: Simply download for free from your app store, open it and sign in with the Apple ID you use for iCloud and let it work its magic! It will help you locate your missing device on a map, remotely lock it, play a sound, display a message, or erase all the data on it.... To learn more about Find my iPhone, see below

01.01.2022 Do you enjoy socialising and chatting with like-minded people? Consider joining a social media group! Groups are a great way to virtually connect with people who have a similar interest, for example, patchworking, model trains or rock painting. Interested in learning more? Read our post on Groups below

01.01.2022 Happy International Day of Older Persons Today we celebrate embracing our own ageing as well as being open-hearted with older people in our midst. If you see an older person struggling with technology be sure to help them or point them in the direction of this Facebook page or a Tasmanian library to assist.