This document provides tips and tricks for using technology more logically and effectively. It discusses understanding the basic theory behind how technology works using inputs and outputs. It then provides tips for specific technologies like cameras, TVs, tablets, phones, and computers. Some key tips include knowing the basic terminology and components of a device, using online help to troubleshoot issues, and persisting through challenges with technology. The overall message is that taking a logical approach to understanding inputs and outputs can help make technology less overwhelming.

1. Logical Technology
Using Logic to Figure Out Technology
By Mr. T
6/30/12

2. Logical Technology
You want to get better at using technology,
mainly computers, but sometimes it seems
overwhelming.
This presentation will give you tips and
tricks to make you a 21st century learner.

3. Table of Contents
i. Theory
ii. TV's and Cameras
iii. Tablets (iPads) & Phones
iv. Computers
v. Quick Integration
vi. Now You're a Pro

4. Theory of Technology
Technology is basically robotics. You press a
"go" button and it goes.
What you press is what you get.
It is cause and effect (or input and output).
So, when you're working with technology, you
need to think about the input and output in a
logical order.

5. Interface
Interface is what you can use to interact
with technology. It is a remote controller, a
keyboard and a mouse, a touch screen, etc.
If there's a button, assume it does
something... assume it does many things. E.
g. a watch has 2-4 buttons, but it has 10+
features. One of the buttons is a menu
button, which leads to the other features.

6. Interface

7. Tip: Know What You Have
Terminology. Two major aspects of technology
are nomenclature and guts. What is the name of
the tech? What components does it have?
New technology has the latest stuff and usually
in tiers. The $100 model has A. The $200 model
has B. The $300 model has C. With each price
bump, you get a faster & more capable device. It
only matters if you actually need more.

8. Tip Cont'd
Know What You Have!
Know What It Can Do!
Camera? Newest model?
Price? Brand? Accessories?
Print. Copy. Save. Email. Video.

9. Your Goal
Your goal is to figure out what you want
to do and which buttons you need to
press to do it.
How do I get from point A to point B?
Is there an instruction manual?
- Usually, but not for computers

10. Troubleshooting Tip - Hardware
When I think "logical," I think "connected."
When dealing with a smart cart, or other tech
devices, make sure:
● Everything is plugged in (power to device)
● Follow the wires, label with colors if need be
● Tech is maintained and cleaned
There are different ports for each device:
Power, Audio, Visual, Microphone, Headphones
*usually what fits is meant to fit *

11. Cameras
They are basically point and shoot. dSLR's have
more options. Cameras have buttons to give you
immediate options.
I see a button for video,
flash, timer, trash,
review and the menu.
Nothing extravagant.
Press it to edit.

12. Transferring To a Computer
A cord connects the camera to the computer.
1. Connect the cord.
2. Turn on the camera.
Computers should auto-detect the camera, but check
"My Computer" (PC) or "Finder" or "iPhoto" (Mac) if it
doesn't.
Copy the files, or cut them to clear the card.
They probably need to be edited, especially if they
are over 1 MB in size.

13. TV's and DVR's
TV's and DVR's
TV's are simple. Then
you add in Air and
Cable, a cable box, red-
white-yellow wires, a
DVR, and two+
remotes. Hello,
complicated.

14. The Difference
While cameras and TV's are both relatively
simple devices to use, TV's have more
options. You can do more with them, so
there are more buttons to learn.

15. Troubleshooting Tip: Software
Think of which devices are involved.
Just like kids. Two kids involved, who started it?
Think of reasons why either one could have be the
"problem."
Sound Isn't On
Devices: Computer and Speakers
Logically: Plugged in? Connected to each other?
Speaker volume up? Computer volume on?
Check the settings on the computer.
Try the computer's sound with another speaker.
Try the speaker's sound with another computer.

16. Tablets and Phones
Both are the wave of the future. People need
phones more than tablets, but they are more
limited. Tablets can't fit into your pocket, just like
how computers can't either. Tablets are the middle
ground between phones and desktop computers.

17. Tablets vs. Phones
An Apple tablet (iPad) and an iPhone are almost
identical, so I'm talking about other companies.
The major differences between tablets and phones
are the buttons and menus.

18. Tablets
Touch Technology
is the current step.
It is easy to pick up.
iPads have an app
called "Settings,"
where you can adjust
any option on your
iPad.
[ Wifi, background,
Email address, etc.]

19. Tablet Help
The future is easier. ● iPad WiFi or 3G
Tablets are easier to ● iTunes/Apple ID
use than computers.
Complicated
THOUGH, when you ● Computer to sync
get more creative, it and manage the iPad
gets more
complicated. You
● Transfer photos &
need a few things to movies to the
make it tick. computer
● Use multiple iPads

20. Troubleshooting an iPad
I'm focusing only on an iPad tablet, because Apple,
not Android, has the most apps and educational
apps.
Websites / Tutorials:
● MakeUseOf.Com Guide
● Easy iPad Tutorial
● iPad Academy
● About.Com Tutorial
● Learning in Hand

21. Logical Computers
You double-clicked on a program.
10 seconds has passed and it has not opened.
Logically, the computer is either slowly opening a
large program OR it only read one click.
Solution: Try again, or wait for the large program to
open.
The mouse is frozen.
Solution: Unplug and plug in again, even try a
different slot.

22. The Restart
● Restarting tends to solve most computer problems
Why? Maybe the computer is old OR has been on for
awhile and it needs to recalibrate, clear its RAM, and
get on the right track.
● New is king. Old computers have more problems,
especially with updates and new software.
Restarting might not help old computers. You can
push it as far as it can go, but that might not be far
enough for you. If it's 5 years old, then it might be
half of a new computer... or even less (power,
capability, and ability).

23. Right-Click Happiness
Right-clicking adds another level
● More options, like cut, paste, save
○ Faster important options (cut, paste, save)
Some functions can found in 3+ places
● Save photos on the Internet
● Desktop: See display and background options
● Open websites in a new window or new tab
● Faster computing - saves time with easy options

24. LOCATION
Where is my file?
If you aren't comfortable with computers, save
things on the desktop in folders. Right-click
and make a folder, even nest folders (folders
in folders). That way, you can click "Desktop"
when saving and searching.
PC: Use Documents/Photos/Music albums to
store files, using labeled folders
Mac: Use Finder to find files and even
applications (Applications folder)

25. Microsoft Office
*.docx *.xlsx *.pptx
The 'x' at the end is an advanced version,
Office 2007+
If you have an older version, download the
compatibility pack to open it.
Or use an
Online converter
Go to the Options to save as an Office 97-2003
non-x version.
The newer versions have small advancements
that aren't too noticeable.

26. Learn Shortcuts
PC (Personal Mac (Apple)
Computer) ● Copy: Apple + C
● Copy: Ctrl + C ● Cut: Apple + X
● Cut: Ctrl + X ● Paste: Apple + V
● Paste: Ctrl + V ● Select All: Apple + A
● Select All: Ctrl + A ● Close: Apple + Q
● Close: Alt + F4 ● Switch: Apple + Tab
● Switch: Alt + Tab ● UNDO: Apple + Z
● UNDO: Ctrl + Z ● Zoom: Apple + +/-
(as many times as
needed)

27. Quick Integration
● Think logically Once you find the
● Know what you volume on one device,
want to do odds are you will have a
● Connect the steps better chance on
on how to do it finding it for a new
device. You will build
● Play around up your knowledge and
(search) learn how to spot the
● Repeat to buttons & features on
memorize any device.

28. Persistence
The new generation usually knows more and that's
especially true right now. They are more exposed at a
more impressionable age when their brains are
learning.
I learned 99% of what I know about technology by
myself, exploring and testing out. If it didn't work, I
tried again. If that didn't work, I tried something else
similar. Sometimes, it was like guessing: 8, 9, 12, 11,
10!
You might not have extra time to play around, but
just remember, persistence is a virtue. Challenges
aren't easy and when you conquer, you win!

29. When You Need Help
Where can you turn I want to stress one option:
for help? Online Help
● manual
The Internet is dangerous,
● family, friends because you can find
● students, kids almost everything on it and
● online help you don't need to know
● local tech wiz about everything.
● tech support <see next slide>

30. Online Help: How?
Type your summarized question into a search
(google, yahoo, etc.)
How do I lock my iPad screen, so it doesn't rotate?
= lock iPad screen
Why won't the video play? It's gray and says plug-in
= video plug-in
[No good results? Investigate again -> "Flash"
= video plug-in Flash
Read: Google Search Tips

31. Online Help Screenshot
Google Search: lock iPad screen

32. Online Help: Sorting Through
Depending on the search, you'll get a direct
answer, nothing, or a message board post that
you have to sift through... and maybe even a
blog post!
- Direct: Good!
- Nothing: Change your search words, or
Go to the company's help site, or
(e.g. Apple's Support)
use another resource
- Message Board: <see next slide>
- Blog Help: An "article" on your topic

33. Message Boards / Forum
Company's Support Site: A vital resource
e.g. Apple Support: http://www.apple.com/support/
It has manuals and tutorials.
Company's Forum: Consumers and Technicians
asking and answering questions
e.g. Apple's Forums: https://discussions.apple.com
Online Forums: People make forums to discuss
problems and help each other troubleshoot
All are valuable in that, they usually have the
answers!

34. Message Board Screenshot
Search for your problem, ask a question,
search via the device e.g. iPad.
https://discussions.apple.com

35. Blog Help
Blogs are more
specific
resources to use,
other than
message boards.
Bloggers give
tutorials, how-
to's, or just blog
about some
simple fix.
http://ipadacademy.com/2011/11/how-to-control-screen-rotation-on-your-ipad-two-ways-to-choose-use

36. Online Help is Free!
Online help is definitely free!
From there, you can ask your friendly
technology expert.
If they can't fix it, you can try face-to-
face professional help, e.g. Geek Squad
or on-call IT people, who charge by the
hour.
http://www.geeksquad.com/

37. Now You're a Pro
● Think logically
● Check the devices
● Know your goal and the steps to complete it
● Don't get discouraged about new problems
● Be persistent. Odds are, kids are much more
persistent than you are, and that's when they
learn and get better than you
● Use your tools: ask others, online help
● Work smarter, not harder
● Pick your battles, my weakness is TV & its
components. I skate by with the basics.

38. Last Logical Tips
PROTECT what you have!
● If you break things, get the insurance
● If you drop things, get the durable case
● Get the screen protector
● Store it in a safe place, not your pocket
● Don't eat or drink by technology
● Accessories, Shop around: Amazon.com
○ What you see for $50 is usually sold for
$20
● Charge it, but don't let it sit charging
when it's full (battery strain).
Enjoy the future!

39. LOGIC