Vulnerbility - Update your browsers

A vulnerability has been discovered in Chrome and Firefox browsers that could allow security certificates to be forged.  This could allow traffic expected to be encrypted to be exposed.  If you use Chrome or Firefox, make sure it is up to date, as well as any plugins, especially Java and Flash Player.

 

Please refer to this link for more info on the vulnerability.  Please refer to these links for more info on updating your browser:  Chrome and Firefox.

 

If you are having problems installing your updates, come see me.

 

Free Adobe on-line class

The Adobe Youth Voices: Create Change online course is designed to prepare educators to lead youth media making for creative skill development and social change.

Cost:  Free
Time expectation: 4 hours per week (32 hours total)
Duration: September 21st- November 30th
Credit:  Certificate upon completion 

Free hands-on Vernier workshops

Hands-on Vernier workshops coming to your area, and seats are still available.

• Data-Collection Workshop in Evansville, IN

  • Monday, October 6, 2014
  • 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Courtyard by Marriott
    8105 E Walnut Street
    Evansville, IN 47715
  • Details and registration »

• Data-Collection Workshop in Louisville, KY

  • Wednesday, October 8, 2014
  • 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport
    2735 Crittenden Drive
    Louisville, KY 40209
  • Details and registration »

• Data-Collection Workshop in Lexington, KY

  • Thursday, October 9, 2014
  • 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Embassy Suites Lexington
    1801 Newtown Pike
    Lexington, KY 40511
  • Details and registration »

Backing up your Mac hard drive

Every time I send out a laptop for a hardware repair I always back up the data just in case the drive should be wiped, it has happened.  However, it is always a good idea to take it upon yourself to back up your data.  Here is a handy guide from Apple that outlines different back up protocols https://www.apple.com/support/backup/