Technology
Social media is a powerful tool that is used every day. It is a means by which we can instantly connect with people all over the world at the click of a button. We are able to share every aspect of our lives from photos, likes and dislikes, milestones – and even genealogy! Using genealogy for social media has catapulted our access to certain information and has allowed for some remarkable discoveries. Knowing how to navigate through social media platforms will help broaden your understanding of how to connect your genealogy and learn how to network with others online in the genealogy community. Let's get to work! | ||
Genealogy Site Security Considerations Friday, Oct 12 - Session I - 10:30am-11:30am
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Conducting genealogical research through the use of websites provides a wealth of information but it does not come without risks. This presentation will cover basic security and privacy concepts, and provide instruction on implementing many of these. | ||
Using Computer Based Genealogy Programs Saturday, Oct. 13 - Session IV - 4:00pm-5:00pm
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This presentation will cover various ways to capture pictures and documents to supplement your genealogy research. The lecture will include a demonstration of how to sync Family Tree Maker to Ancestry.com, display the results in a smartphone app, and use the app to sync with other software. |