Mature Times - Digital World

Radio station for care homes launched

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:16:00 +0100

Bettercaring.com, the online care home search engine and magazine, is launching the UK’s first online radio network exclusively for care homes.

Parky: now you can enjoy his interviews and music at any time!

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:49:16 +0100

In the competitive world of chat shows and star interviewers, one man stands head and shoulder above the rest. Sir Michael Parkinson set the bar back in the 70s, and over the years since no-one has managed to come close. But you don’t have to wait for daytime repeats to catch up on his best work. He now has his own website where you can watch some of his classic interviews such as Nelson Mandela and, just as importantly, catch up with his views on a whole host of subjects.

"Expanding targets" will help to make silver surfing easier

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 09:22:05 +0100

Important new research has shown how a few modest changes to website design could make computers easier to use - especially older users and those with poor sight or hand control.

Carol Smillie gives the nation a 'skills makeover'

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 09:19:49 +0100

Have you ever wished you could learn IT skills but simply don’t have the time or perhaps you’d like to become a chef but lack of money is putting you off? Well now a crack team of experts headed by TV Presenter Carol Smillie is here to help.

Help us find the Silver Surfer of the Year

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 10:59:29 +0100

The hunt is on again this year for the nation's Silver Surfer, and the awards are seeking as many nominees as possible from over-50s residents in the UK who are making the most of the Internet - with a high spec lap top waiting for the winner.

Help us create the next generation MT website!

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 10:56:57 +0100

Over the last couple of years, MT Online has developed into one of the biggest websites for the 50+ web user – around 4,000 stories are now on here and this month we look like going past the two million “pages read” mark for the first time. But nothing stands still, and we’re now planning our next stage. So we need to know from you, our users, what YOU want to see from the site.

UK rages against computers

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 12:37:05 +0100

Many Mature Times readers have told us of their frustration and anger when using computers - and a new survey has revealed that they are definitely not alone!

Enquiring minds are satisfied

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 09:46:55 +0100

On May 23rd a group of enquiring minds delved deep into the history of their ancestors at Peabody Trust’s Ada Marion Centre as part Silver Surfers Day (SSD) 2008. Hooked by a fascination with family history, the new net-users received an introduction to the cyber- world by both Peabody Trust staff and an experienced genealogist.

Leeds launches its own website for older people

Fri, 09 May 2008 09:13:21 +0100

A new specialist website for older people in Leeds - The Infostore - has been launched.

A REALLY helpful book for computer beginners

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 13:31:20 +0100

Many readers tell us they want to become computer literate - but find that most courses and manuals leave them feeling confused or even despairing of modern technology. So we are happy to report that one computer booklet called "What You Should Know About Your PC keyboard" has been highly praised by readers - and its free!

Virgin Media and Digital Unite to help older people get online

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:11:50 +0100

Sheltered housing providers now have a unique opportunity to help bridge the divide and give their older customers an opportunity to explore the digital world.

Don’t just read the news – get paid for making it!

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 13:46:18 +0100

Ever wondered who answers all the questions that go into the opinion polls you read about every day? In fact it’s people just like you. Whether it’s finding out what TV programmes you watch, what you think of the latest Budget or where you go to buy your shopping, opinion pollsters need your input – and they’re actually prepared to pay for it.

Do you know what your grandkids are watching?

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 11:13:45 +0100

The internet is a fabulous place to find out information and get in touch with people. But it has a darker side. Research is showing just what is out there - and how damaging it can be for young minds. For instance a film called “Girl Beat Up In Street” has been viewed a frightening 1,349,046 times.

Free download "tasters" of new novels

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 16:59:17 +0000

For six months Penguin has been trialing PDF "taster" downloads of books - allowing readers to browse the opening pages of each book as a sample. As of March 17th 2008 they will have over fifty titles available online, and will continue to upload the first chapters of every single new fiction title each month.

Stay safe online

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 11:12:14 +0000

The internet is a great place to book your holidays or do your weekly shopping, but you also need to be aware of the risks. How can you cope with "Viruses", "Trojans", "Phishing" and unscrupulous spammers? John Safa, Chief Technology Officer at DriveSentry, the world’s first firewall for drives and removable devices, highlights potential online attacks and what you can do to stay safe on the internet.