Links: Exploring the TFS Website
You can search for information by application type or name. By default all apps are shown, you can use the filter to select which type of application your are interested in. The filter tags associated with apps are: Alexa, games, Internet, Maps, Photo, Security, Utilities. Please share your experience since this functionality is recently introduced.
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| 7 Little Words | Game of the Week : 7 Little Words Introduction to 7 Little Words 7 Little … |
| 7 Little Words – Homework | 7 Little … |
| Adding a website shortcut to your Home Screen | This Post describes how you can create a shortcut on your tablet Home Screen to … |
| Advanced Application Search | You can search for information by application type. By default all apps are shown, you … |
| Advanced Topics | Security This page contains links for FireOS tablet users who would like to open up … |
| Brief Introduction to the Internet | What is the Internet? The Internet is a global network of billions of computers and devices. With … |
| Calculator | Everyone occasionally needs a calculator. Whether you are doing basic math, conversions in the kitchen, … |
| Calculator – Homework | … |
| Calendar | Introduction to the Calendar App Use your tablet as a calendar that never run out … |
| Calendar – Homework | … |
| Camera & Gallery – Homework | The Camera and Gallery App Many people find enjoyment in taking pictures and editing … |
| Camera App Reference | This lesson covers the Camera App. It couples with the Gallery App to provide a … |
| Connect/Disconnect your tablet from Wifi | The Amazon Fire Tablet typically requires a WiFi connection to the internet in order to … |
| Essential Alexa Commands | There are many Alexa commands for many different types of people. Now that you know … |
| Essential Alexa Commands – Homework | Essential Alexa Commands Homework is necessary to master Alexa. Here are some commands that you … |
| Exploring the World with MapQuest | Do your travel virtually? One of the objectives of the Gifts for Seniors/Tech for Seniors … |
| Exploring the World with Silk and MapQuest | This is a short overview of how you can use the Silk browser and/or MapQuest … |
| Game of the Week : 7 Little Words | Introduction to 7 Little Words 7 Little Words is a fun and engaging word puzzle … |
| Getting Started with Your Tablet | Quick Start to Your Tablet We hope you have been able to read the printed … |
| Getting Started with Your Tablet – Homework | Quick Start to Your Tablet – … |
| HealthNews | National Council on Aging – Health News for Older Adults Health News for Older … |
| How to Play Sudoku Works | Sudoku is a wonderfully engaging game for our community of learners. It is a global … |
| How to Play Sudoku Works – Homework | How to Play Sudoku … |
| Internet Hygiene 101 | Overview of what to watch out for in leaving the TFS secure environment. |
| Intoducing Zoom Conferencing | The Benefits of Zoom for Video Calls Video calls allow you to use your table … |
| Introducing JusTalk | JusTalk allows you to use your table to connect with friends, families and events remotely. … |
| Introducing JusTalk – Homework | Introducing JusTalk JusTalk is a great way to stay in touch with friends and family. … |
| Introducing the MapQuest App | Most of us can think back in time to remember printed maps and even the … |
| Introducing the MapQuest App – Homework | Introducing the MapQuest App Our homework for this lesson is easy and fun. We want … |
| Introduction to Alexa | You can use your voice to control your tablet. Amazingly, no tapping or typing is … |
| Is my tablet secure | Security Your tablet is registered to a Tech for Seniors Amazon account. None of your … |
| Jehovah Witness app and online services | Information on Jehovah’s Witness meetings |
| JusTalk Help | This page lauches information directly from the JusTalk.com website so it will likely stay accurate … |
| JusTalk Review | JusTalk allows you to use your table to connect with friends, families and events remotely. … |
| Learning the Internet – where to go from here | Overview of where do I start once the training sessions are done. |
| Lesson 1 – Summoning Alexa | Summoning Alexa In this lesson, we will show you how to summon Alexa so that … |
| Lesson 2 – Essential Alexa Commands | Essential Alexa Commands There are many Alexa commands for many different types of people. Now … |
| Links for Seniors – Homework | Links for Seniors Links for Seniors is intended to be a safe area for you … |
| Links for Seniors App | Links for Seniors is an app on your tablet that will introduce you to the … |
| Links For Seniors Class Notes | Learn to use the internet in a safe environment. An overview of the Links for Seniors Links area of the website. |
| Links for Seniors Links | New Links for Seniors post. Spring 2025 |
| Links for Seniors Review | Links for Seniors provides a safe internet environment to access material relevant to using the … |
| Links: Exploring the TFS Website | You can search for information by application type or name. By default all apps are … |
| Links: Fun & Games | The following are all the articles regarding Games, Music, Maps and Photography. If you have … |
| Links: Learning Area | A one stop shop for finding almost anything on the TFS website |
| Links: Navigating the Internet | Links for Seniors is your safe introduction to the Internet and all of the information … |
| Links: News and Information | >>> Safety Issue: Links in this list are generally safe if you stay within the … |
| Links: Your Tablet | Using Your Tablet Here are some interesting articles to help you learn more about your … |
| Mahjong Master | There are a number of Mahjong games available on the Amazon App Store. Refer to … |
| MapQuest – Advanced Training | This is a detailed, more in-depth discussion about the functionality in MapQuest. |
| MapQuest 101 | This post is an intro to MapQuest |
| MapQuest Installation | MapQuest is the maps app selected for the Fire tablets. Find the installation instruction on this lesson. |
| MapQuest Overview | Overview of MapQuest facilities |
| MapQuest, Silk Browser and Tablet Performance | A high level look at MapQuest, the Silk Browser and Tablet Performance considerations |
| Metro-State – Privacy Resources | Excerpt from Metro-State Security Presentation. |
| Metro-State Security Handout | Overview of security recommendations from Metro-State presentation. |
| Microsoft Translator Quick Start | Microsoft Translator is a useful communication tool that allows you to interact with other cultures. … |
| Microsoft Translator Reference | Microsoft Translator is a useful communication tool that allows you to interact with other cultures. … |
| Navigating on your tablet | Now that you have gained some experience with your tablet, let’s identify the actions that … |
| Play Classic Solitaire | A game of Solitaire is a good way to practice your tablet skills. This lesson will get you started on the classic game of Solitaire. The lesson includes includes a video, step-by-step description of play and more. |
| Play Solitaire – Homework | Play Classic … |
| Playing Chess | Learn to play chess with this app |
| Practicing with your Tablet | Practicing with your tablet is an important component of learning how to use it. After … |
| Quick Start Guide | View the Quick Start Guide … |
| Should I have my own Amazon ID? | What are the pros and cons of having your tablets registered to your own Amazon account. |
| Sparks – Future Topics | Sparks Below are additional topics to explore. These are lessons that we may not have … |
| Summoning Alexa | In this lesson, we will show you how to summon Alexa so that you can … |
| Tablet Performance | Your tablet is an Amazon Fire Tablet Version 7 Generation 9. Your tablet has 12 … |
| Talk to your Tablet with Alexa | Your tablet will respond to you when you call her Alexa. So instead of tapping … |
| Talk to your Tablet with Alexa – Homework | Talk to your Tablet with Alexa Have your tablet plugged in to the charger … |
| Tech for Seniors Programs | Tech For Seniors Programs Tech for Seniors offers two programs that will put technology in … |
| The Calculator | … |
| The Camera and Gallery App | This lesson is an quick introduction and overview of the Camera and Gallery Apps. These … |
| The Clock App | The Clock app on your tablet offers several functions that help you manage time effectively. … |
| The Clock App | Never Stop … |
| The Clock App – Homework | The Clock … |
| The MapQuest App | NOTE: The Maps application is no longer supported and is replaced by MapQuest. The two main … |
| The Periodic Table App | If you enjoy science, especially Chemistry, this app is definitely up your alley. If not, … |
| The Senior Linkage Line | MinnesotaHelp.info in a statewide website you can use to find resources and providers that will provide the help you need. |
| The Weather app | Never Stop … |
| The Weather app – Homework | The Weather … |
| Tired of ADS in your games? | While many free games include ads to support development, some—like Mahjong Master—are praised for being light … |
| TuneIn App | TuneIn allows you to listen to an amazing number of radio stations across the world. … |
| Using Libby for Fun and Travel | The “Spark” here can be both for being able to remotely access a large number … |
| Using Tech to Help Alleviate Loneliness | Alleviating Loneliness in Older Adults: The Role of Technology and Tablets Loneliness and social isolation … |
| Using the Camera Application | The Camera Application is a reasonable quality still and video camera you can use to … |
| Using the Gallery App | This article provides a more in-depth look at the Gallery App. The Camera App and … |
| Using your Fingers to Navigate on your Tablet | This lesson will teach you basic gestures and actions for your tablet using the Maps app. We’ll also introduce you to typing using the onscreen keyboard. |
| Using your Fingers to Navigate on your Tablet – Homework | Using your Fingers to Navigate on your … |
| Weather App | Your 24 Hour Weather Source The Weather app can provide a weather forecast at any … |
| Week 1 – Getting Started with Your Tablet | This lesson identifies how to charge your tablet and how to start it. This reviews topics that are also covered on your printed Quick Start Guide |
| Week 2 – Using your Fingers to Navigate on your Tablet | This lesson will teach you basic gestures and actions for your tablet using the MapQuest app. We’ll also introduce you to typing using the onscreen keyboard. |
| Week 3 – Controlling your Tablet with your Voice and Alexa | You can use your voice to control your tablet. Amazingly, no tapping or typing is required. Just use your voice! This course will get your started. |
| Week 4 – Wikipedia & Seven Little Words | We want your tablet to add connection, fun, and learning to your life. So your … |
| Week 5 Joining a JusTalk Video Meeting & Links for Seniors | This course will teach you about Zoom and joining Zoom video call. |
| Week 5 Joining a Zoom Video Meeting & Links for Seniors | This course will teach you about Zoom and joining Zoom video call. |
| Week 6 – Games and Utilities | Welcome to the Week 6 Tech for Seniors Lesson. The Week 6 Lesson for the … |
| Week 7 – Camera & Calendar | Welcome to the Week 7 Tech for Seniors Lesson. The Week 6 Lesson for the … |
| Week 8 – Class Wrap up, Zoom, Links, Music | Welcome to the Week 8 Tech for Seniors Lesson. Thank you for participating in our … |
| Week 8 – What do we do now? – Class Notes | Links for Seniors provides a safe internet environment to access material relevant to using the … |
| Why are there 2 apps which seem to do the same thing? | There are currently 2 TFS applications on your tablet because of a couple of limitations … |
| Wikipedia | Wikipedia – Your online encyclopedia When most of us were growing up, many families had … |
| Wikipedia – Homework | Wikipedia Read two topics of your choosing on Wikipedia. … |
| Wikipedia – Your online encyclopedia | We want your tablet to add connection, fun, and learning to your life. So your … |
| Working with the Amazon App Store – Library | As part of opening up our tablets for more apps and such, we can unlock … |
| Zoom Performance Recommendations | This article recommends a short term way to try to address the issues we experienced … |
| Zoom Training & Support | Zoom Meeting Link for Tech for Seniors Training and Support Tap the Button to Join … |
| Zoom Video Meetings | This course will teach you about Zoom and joining Zoom video call. |