We provide Apple users in Central Connecticut with a way to connect with others, to share in the enjoyment of Apple's digital devices.
We're Connecticut's largest Apple User Group and have been meeting continuously since 1984. We provide a relaxed environment and camaraderie that you won't find at the Apple Store, or anywhere. Our focus isn't on technology for technology's sake, but how to get the greatest benefit out of the digital devices that are part of your life.
Our primary focus is on Mac OS X computers, but we spend considerable time on the iPhone/iPod Touch and iPad. We talk about software, accessories, troubleshooting and how to get things done. Our iPhone/iPad special interest group meets every other month. Plus, we have a monthly newsletter that keeps you up to date.
Our gatherings take place on the last Wednesday of every month in Farmington, CT. The all-volunteer board of CMC works hard to select meeting topics and special guests that will engage as many of our members as possible.
Our meetings start with discussion of topical events and then we have "Q&A" where members help each other with computer issues. Then it's time for the main presentation, or our special guest. Past guests include David Pogue, Andy Ihnatko and representatives from companies like Wacom, Adobe, BareBones Software and many others.
Our meetings are open to the public, so please do not hesitate to come and visit. If you have any questions, please use the contact link at left to get in touch with us. |
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August 25, 7:00 PM
"What Makes A Web Site Tick" UConn Health Center
Farmington, CT
Conference Room EG013
(Please note that CMC meetings start at 7:00 and the main presentation starts at 7:30.)
This month's presenter, Ryan Walsh, has turned his passion for the arts and learning into a career on the web. Building on his talents as a musician, photographer and videographer, he learned the skills of a web designer. His portfolio now includes dozens of web sites created for a wide range of clients.
Recently, the field of web site construction has changed, with a new focus toward mobile internet devices, as well as clean CSS designs that are search engine-friendly. Many of Ryan's clients are leaning heavily toward open-source content managers like WordPress & Joomla, because of how easily they allow for content updates.
Ryan will discuss how these trends are impacting website building and what your business or organization can do to create a successful web site.
iPad and iPhone Special Interest Group
45 minute session at 6:00 PM
"iPhone Preferences" Our iPhone and iPad Special Interest Group session this month is an exploration of the iPhone's System Preferences. |
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July 28, 7:00 PM
Technology Futures 2010 Conference Room EG013 UConn Health Center
Farmington, CT
(Please note that CMC meetings start at 7:00 and the main presentation starts at 7:30.) This month, we bring you an engaging presentation by Rick Richardson, on the future of technology and the Mac. Rick began providing his technology futures forecast in 1981 and this year will mark an unbroken string of 30 years of predicting our technology. He'll offer us a look at current trends in hardware, software, and communications, as well as emerging technologies. Join us and gain an insightful view of both the short and long-term directions of technology. Rick's presentation includes a review of the past year's technological developments. Plus, his personal forecast for our technology future. Look for Rick to bring some of the latest technologies with him to share with us. In addition to being a CMC member, Rick Richardson CPA, CITP is president of his local consultancy, Richardson Media & Technologies LLC . He had a 28-year career in technology with Ernst & Young, where he served as National Director of Technology. He's also been honored by the American Institute of CPAs with two lifetime achievement awards for his contributions to the profession in the field of technology. Back To Basics, 6PM
DropBox
Our meetings are preceeded by our Back To Basics sessions, which take a "ground floor" approach to Mac learning.
This month's Back To Basics session is an introduction to the online file storage service, DropBox. This is a free service that lets you store files in a special folder that is also accessible online and from other computers. This is a great alternative to a flash drive, or emailing files to yourself. Everything you put in your special folder is synchronized among your computers. Plus, it also doubles as an off-site storage service (protecting your critical files against natural disasters). DropBox also works on Windows, as well as Mac -- so it also provides a means to get files between these two platforms. No one should be without a DropBox account. Come and find out how to get started.
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