Is my tablet secure
Security
Your tablet is registered to a Tech for Seniors Amazon account.
None of your personal information is entered on the tablet.
No credit card information is on your tablet so you will not be able to purchase anything accidentally.
In the unlikely case that your internet connection is compromised, there is no way for a intruder to identify you as the tablet user as it is initially delivered to you.
Certain installed software has been locked to reduce accidentally changing the configuration and causing your tablet to malfunction.
All of these things are configurable and as you learn more, additional functionality will be enabled. For example, your camera and mic were turned off prior to lesson 5 (zoom). Other features such as email, video calls, and internet access are enabled as you learn about them.
Ease of Use
The Applications we have chosen have been tested and have been shown to be relatively easy to use. There are detailed training modules available for most of the applications to help you learn how to best use them and as a refresher, since we all forget things over time.
Focused
We understand that learning can be hard work. We have carefully configured your tablet to avoid annoying ads and pesky interruptions. The applications have been selected to limit the disruptions ads and interrupts pose.
Safety
The internet is an extremely valuable source of data. While there are some incredibly useful web sites online, there can also be web sites and ads that contain scams, fraud and misinformation. With all this power, predators work hard to devise ways to steal information. Thousands of people become victims of scams and fraud every year. It is incumbent on the user to use caution when you are online.
Understanding basic Internet Hygiene is important for helping you avoid these traps and what to do if you encounter one. We highly recommend that you review the Internet Hygiene 101 video if you are new to using the internet. Additionally, we are working on additional information on identifying fraud and scams and how to protect yourself. We will announce that on the Links for Seniors Application,.