Technology

If you get a call from a tech support company saying they have detected a virus on your computer, hang up! You may get the same pitch from a pop-up ad. These are scams, intended to get you to fork over money to “fix” your computer or get you to buy phony virus protection. Get an inside look at this scam from a con artist who reveals jut how the scam works to the AARP Fraud Watch Network at www.aarp.org/techscams.

More and more patients are hearing the words “regenerative medicine” but don’t know what it means in terms of their care. And billboards and advertisements are popping up for stem cell therapy, but there are still misconceptions about it and how it works.

There are thousands of scammers praying on the most vulnerable of us. Some of these swindlers' pitches seem too good to be true. In these cases, they are. AARP scoured the internet looking for the latest scams. We’ve put together some from the FTC and fraud-focused websites to help you be a fraud fighter!

Southeast Florida, we’ve updated our AARP TEK (Technology Education Knowledge) summer courses. These are FREE, hands-on workshops in your area to help you get the most out of your iPad. Friendly TEK Guides will answer all of your questions and an iPad will be provided for your hands-on practice while attending the workshop. Find a location near you with courses that meet your needs and interests!

Basic motoring skills don’t change much, but the technology in cars is evolving. With increasing numbers of older adults behind the wheel, AARP Arizona is offering free workshops to keep motorists up to date, independent, safe and confident on the road.

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AARP and the Microsoft Store at Oak Park Mall in Overland Park have teamed up to offer a variety of free computer classes on topics from keeping safe online to operating systems to social media. There will be different classes each month to help you learn to use your digital resources better. If you want to learn to manage your digital photos, communicate with Skype and social media, or just learn more about using your computer, these classes can help! All classes are from 10-11 AM and the doors open at 9:30 AM. Space is limited.

By Melissa Preddy

Join us for free webinars and live chats on how to use the latest tech tools.

Eager to learn more about social media sites like Facebook and Twitter? AARP Nevada offers FREE classes throughout the state to teach you more. It's a great way to stay in touch with family and friends and to learn from great volunteers here at AARP.