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Sunshine Coast Computer Club Inc Bulletin issued 2 Jun 14
What is Included in this Bulletin
Raffle to be Drawn 12 Jun 14 at Buderim
SCCC Monthly Meeting Jun 14
Bits'N'Bytes Jul 14
Tablets and Tablet Covers Reviewed in APC Jun 14
Magazines in Club Libraries
Free Tutorials at Officeworks Maroochydore Jun 14
Product Recalls by Australian Competition and Consumer Commission Panasonic Australia Pty Ltd—Rechargeable Battery Pack for Panasonic Tablet
Computer
JB Hi-Fi Group Pty Ltd—Yellowstone Folio Case with Notepad & Stylus (For
iPad Air)
Ransom Attack Targeting Apple Products - Change Your Apple ID Password SSO Alert Priority High
Avast Community Forum Breach - SSO Alert Priority High
Spotify Breach – Android Users Should Expect App Upgrade and Account
Validation - SSO Alert Priority High
Found at Caloundra Meeting
Weekly Bulletin on Club Website
What's On
Buderim
When: Thu 5 Jun 14, 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm
Where: Buderim Good Life Centre, 100 Buderim Pines Drive, Buderim
Cost: $4. Tea, coffee and biscuits provided.
Main Hall
There is the possibility that a volunteer tutor named below may not be able to attend
this meeting.
1.00
pm
4.00
pm
1.00pm 4.00
pm
3.00 3.40
pm pm
Hands on help with Windows, Linux, Mac, Graphics, Open Office.
Special Interest Groups Main Hall
Apple Mac - Ian Stringer
Office – Linda Morrell
Linux
(The above will be regular weekly sessions depending on
availability of tutors and attendance by members)
Beginners Group Tuition - Heather Atkinson
Tutorial Room (Rooms between Main Room and Kitchen/Toilet area)
1.10
pm
1.40
pm
Question and Answer Session
1.50
pm
2.25
pm
Bill Maxwell - Routers and Modems
2.30
pm
2.55
pm
Afternoon Tea Break
3.00
pm
3.50
pm
David Gould - How to compare the new Google Maps with the
original classic Google Maps.
How to change back from the new Google Maps to the original
Google Maps if you are having difficulty.
Caloundra
When: Sat 7 Jun 14, 9.00 am to 12.10 pm pm
Where: Caloundra Community Hall, Queen Street, Caloundra.
Cost: $4 Tea, coffee and biscuits provided.
From
To
Area
Tutorial
All members are welcome to do tutorials at club venues. Just let Jean Lear, the Club
Administrator know when, and where.
There is the possibility that a volunteer tutor named below may not be able to attend
this meeting.
09.00 am 12.10 pm Various
Hands on help with Windows, Mac, Linux,
Video Editing, Open Office, Office, Graphics
etc
09.00 am 09.30 am Annex to Main Peter Daley - Record cleaning and Audio tips
Hall
09.00 am 12.10 pm Main Hall
Linux - Find out the finer points of using this
free powerful/safe Operating system.
09.00 am 10.00 am Stage Area Main One to one help using iPad, Android and
Hall
Kindle tablets.
Video
Annex to Front Video Editing- Maureen Humphrey - Hands
Editing
Foyer
on Photo Story, Movie Maker, slide show
creation, great for those who need help with
this technical subjects.
09.00 am 12.00
Stage Area Main Apple Mac - Ian Stringer - Apple Mac
noon
Hall
Basics. An excellent way to find out about
Apple computers and how to use them.
09.10 am 09.50 am Main Lecture
Linda Morrell
Area
09.20 am 10.30 am Annex to Main
Hall
10.00 am 10.40 am Main Lecture
Area
10.40 am 11.05 am Main Hall
11.00 am
Main Lecture
Area
11.10 am 11.30 am Main Lecture
Area
11.40 am 12.10 pm Main Lecture
Area
Brian Lavery - Bot Software
Using Arduino to control DC motors:
bidirectional and varying speed.
Peter Daley- Important - Members are
connecting to the club networks without
proper security. Their files and folders are
showing up on other network connected
computers. This tutorial will show how to
secure your computer over a network by just
turning off a couple services.
Morning Tea
SCCC Members Monthly Meeting
Mini tutorial - Peter Daley - How to burn a
CD/DVD in Linux
Peter Daley - What do all the file types mean,
plus what programs you need installed on
your computer to open them.
Raffle to be Drawn 12 Jun 14 at Buderim
The prize for the raffle to be drawn at Buderim on 12 Jun 14 is a Google Nexus 7in
32GB WiFi Tablet and a travel cover. It will be easy to find the tablet in its pink
cover.
The Google Nexus 7 comes with your favourite Google Apps, such as Gmail,
Chrome, Hangouts and Youtube, each allowing you to sync between your tablet, PC
or phone devices. You also gain access to Google Play, the Android store with over
850,000 apps and games as well as e-Books and movies for you to indulge in. Your
mobile content will look absolutely amazing on the Google Nexus 7 tablet’s 7 inch
1080p 1920 x 1200 High Definition screen.
Tickets are one dollar each.
Buying of raffle tickets is voluntary.
SCCC Monthly Meeting Jun 14
The Jun 14 SCCC Monthly Meeting will be held on Sat 7 Jun 14 at 11.00 am in the
Tutorial Area at the Caloundra meeting.
Bits'N'Bytes Jul 14
Members are reminded that contributions to the Bits'N'Bytes are always welcome.
The deadline for copy for the Jul 14 Edition is 16 Jun 14 but should be sent to reach
the Editor as soon as possible. This also includes Classified Advertisements including
requests for advertisements from Jun 14 Edition be included (space permitting) or
deleted.
Mail copy to the Editor, Post Office Box 384 Caloundra 4551 or e mail –
[email protected]
Tablets and Tablet Covers Reviewed in APC Jun 14
The Jun 14 edition of the APC magazine has a article "Top Tablets on Test" to help
find the perfect tablet for any need. APC tests the latest models from Samsung, Apple
and more - from compact, sub $250Androids to powerful Windows 8.1 laptop
replacements.
They are rapidly replacing PCs and Notebooks, but some surprises were found in this
round up of fourteen iOS,Android and Windows tablets. The review also includes
tablet cases.
Magazines in Club Libraries
Some of the magazines purchased by the Club for the Caloundra and Buderim
libraries are not available for loan to members until approximately three weeks after
receipt in Library.
In this period they may be viewed and read during Club Meetings. This enables all
members who wish to, to peruse the magazines while they are currently on sale at
outlets. Members then have the opportunity to purchase the magazines for themselves
if they wish to while they are still available for sale in shops and newsagents.
Free Tutorials at Officeworks Maroochydore Jun 14
Officeworks at Maroochydore conducts free 'How To' Classes on Computer etc
subjects at their Maroochydore store on Sat and Sun mornings commencing at 11.00
am.
For the current list of Classes for Jun 14 see –
http://www.officeworks.com.au/images/pdf/in_store_activities/June_ht_qld.pdf
A list is available for perusal at Club meetings. Subjects covered in this month are –
Day
Date
Sat
31 May 14
Subject
How to be clutter free with a wireless workspace.
Sun
1 Jun 14
Sat
7 Jun 14
How to choose an eBook reader
Sun
8 Jun 14
Sat
14 Jun 14
How to get the most out of your tax return
Sun
15 Jun 14
Sat
21 Jun 14
Sun
22 Jun 14
Sat
28 Jun 14
How to invest in tax deductible products before End of Financial
Year
How to crate an organized tax filing system
Sun
29 Jun 14
Product Recalls Issued by ACCC The following Product Recalls have been issued by ACCC. 29 May 14Panasonic Australia Pty Ltd—Rechargeable Battery Pack for Panasonic Tablet
Computer
(From - http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1059865)
Product Recall Number - 2014/14130
Date published - 29 May 14
Panasonic.jpg
Product description - Rechargeable Battery Pack for CF-H2 Panasonic Tablet
Computer
Identifying features - Model CF-VZSU53AW
Manufacturing Lot Numbers B6NA, B6YA, B71A, B74A, B75A, B76A, B7CA,
B7VA, B83A, BBGA, BBHA, BBJA, BBWA
What are the defects? - The rechargeable battery may contain manufacturing defects
and overheat.
What are the hazards? - The rechargeable battery pack may overheat and cause
smoke, or ignite posing a fire or burn hazard.
Dates available for sale - 1 Jun 11 - 31 May 12
Where the product was sold - Nationally
Traders who sold this product - J Mills Distribution Pty Ltd and Multi Media
Technology Pty Ltd
(Distributors of Panasonic Toughbook Computer Products)
Supplier - Panasonic Australia Pty Ltd
Supplier's web site - http://www.panasonic.com.au
What should consumers do?
Immediately turn off the CF-H2 Panasonic Tablet computer and inspect it to see if it
contains the defective battery with the part number CF-VZSU53AW and with the
manufacturing lot numbers. Remove the battery (normally two per Tablet) and only
be use the Tablet with the AC Adapter and power cord from the mains power until the
battery is replaced. Contact Panasonic to determine if you are affected and to arrange
a free replacement battery (or two per Tablet).
For further information - Contact Panasonic on the toll free number
1300 665 507 Mon to Fri between 8.30am and 6.00pm (AEST) or via email at
[email protected] or go to www.panasonic.com.au
JB Hi-Fi Group Pty Ltd—Yellowstone Folio Case with Notepad & Stylus (For
iPad Air)
(From - http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1059843
Product Recall Australia number: 2014/14129
Date published: 27 May 14
Product description - iPad folio case with iPad Stylus
Identifying features - All units
What are the defects? - The rubber tip may become detached from the stylus.
What are the hazards? - If the defect occurs, it may pose a choking hazard to small
children.
Dates available for sale - 1 Jan 14 - 23 May 14
Where the product was sold - Nationally
Traders who sold this product - JB Hi-Fi Group Pty Ltd
Supplier - JB Hi-Fi Group Pty Ltd
What should consumers do? - Consumers should keep the stylus away from small
children.
Consumers can return the case and stylus to any JB Hi-Fi store for a full refund.
Customers may also contact JB Hi-Fi via www.jbhifi.com.au/contact-us/ or by calling
their local store. Store details can be found at www.jbhifi.com.au/stores.
Ransom Attack Targeting Apple Products - Change Your Apple ID Password SSO Alert Priority High
From Stay Smart Online 27 May 14
(http://www.staysmartonline.gov.au/alert_service/newsletter/ransom_attack_targeting
_apple_products_-_change_your_apple_id_password_sso_alert_priority_high)
Apple device and Mac users should be aware that they may be targeted by hackers
who lock you out of your device before demanding payment of a ransom.
In recent hours, a number of Australian Apple users have reported the ransom attack
targeting their devices.
The information available is limited and may be updated as more information
emerges.
With the possibility that this attack is linked to your ‘Apple ID’, affected users are
advised to reset your Apple ID password as soon as possible.
Users not affected may also consider changing their Apple ID password as a
precaution.
Your Apple ID is your username for everything you do with Apple. It is used for
identifying you as a user for most Apple products including iTunes, all your Apple
devices, iCloud, the Apple Store and others.
At present many users are reporting that their phones or systems lock unexpectedly,
they receive an email from ‘Find My iPhone’ and a message on their screen stating
that their device has been, ‘Hacked by Oleg Pliss’. The message said that to unlock
their device they should pay a ransom via PayPal, emailing the payment code to
lock404[a]hotmail.com.
Currently there is only speculation about how the attacks have been carried out.
Apple has not yet responded officially.
Read the complete article at the above website.
Avast Community Forum Breach - SSO Alert Priority High
From Stay Smart Online 28 May 14
http://www.staysmartonline.gov.au/alert_service/alerts/avast_community_forum_brea
ch_sso_alert_priority_high
Antivirus vendor Avast has confirmed a breach
(https://blog.avast.com/2014/05/26/avast-forum-offline-due-to-attack/) of data
associated with its customer forum, compromising user names, email addresses and
encrypted passwords.
It confirms no payment or financial systems were affected.
It has taken the forum offline. All users will be required to set a new password when
it returns.
If you use the Avast forum, and reuse this password elsewhere online, you should
change those passwords immediately.
More information
Stay Smart Online has more information on choosing appropriate passwords,
(http://www.staysmartonline.gov.au/home_users/secure_your_computer/set_and_use
_strong_passwords) as well as information about how hackers can crack weaker
passwords.
(http://www.staysmartonline.gov.au/alert_service/alerts/how_strong_is_your_passwor
d_sso_alert_priority_low#.U30433ZknJY)
Spotify Breach – Android Users Should Expect App Upgrade and Account
Validation - SSO Alert Priority High
From Stay Smart Online 29 May 14
(http://www.staysmartonline.gov.au/alert_service/alerts/spotify_breach_android_user
s_should_expect_app_upgrade_and_account_validation_sso_alert_priority_high)
The Popular online music streaming site, Spotify, has confirmed a breach
(http://news.spotify.com/us/2014/05/27/important-notice-to-our-users/) of its systems
and data.
It states that only one user’s data was accessed and this did not include password,
financial or payment information, but it did not specify what information was
accessed.
As a precaution, Spotify will be requesting that ‘certain users’ validate their username
and password.
Spotify is also planning to release an update for its Android app in coming days.
Users of Spotify on Android should apply this upgrade as soon as possible.
Stay Smart Online also encourages anyone with concerns about the security of their
account to logon and change their password as a precaution. You should change your
passwords for all of your online accounts regularly as a matter of good practice,
choosing a strong and unique one each time.
Spotify has stated that Windows and iOS devices are not affected.
More information
Spotify has provided additional information and questions and answers
(https://support.spotify.com/se/problems/#!/article/downloading-android-update) in a
blog post on its website, including advice on checking your version of Spotify on
Android and how to change your password.
Stay Smart Online has more information on choosing appropriate passwords, as well
as information about how hackers can crack weaker passwords.
(http://www.staysmartonline.gov.au/alert_service/alerts/how_strong_is_your_passwor
d_sso_alert_priority_low#.U30433ZknJY)
The information provided here is of a general nature. Everyone's circumstances are
different. If you require specific advice you should contact your local technical
support provider.
Found at Caloundra Meeting
Meeting Date
Meeting
Item
31 May 14
Caloundra
Large umbrella - dark blue
and silver (Hurricane
brand)
Owner may claim same at the next meetings at Caloundra and Buderim. Other
arrangements can be made by telephoning the Club Information Line 54921005
(Leave a message if the call is not answered) or e mailing [email protected]
Items will be included in this list for two issues of the Weekly Bulletin unless claimed
before that period expires.
Weekly Bulletin on Club Website
The Weekly Bulletin is posted to the Club Website (sccc.org.au) under the Club
Events Calendar. To use the calendar simply hover your mouse pointer over calendar
item 'What's On Today? and click for 'This Week's Bulletin'.
Bulletin compiled by SCCC Inc Administrator Jean Lear For any further information
about the above content please telephone the Club Information Line : 54921005
(Leave a message if the call is not answered) or e mail to – [email protected]
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