Sharan Kalwani, president of SEMCO, will start the meeting and make general announcements.
Since May 12, 2024 we have been using a Hybrid Zoom and IN PERSON format for our meetings.
For In Person location see below. Come and join us in person if you can.
Zoom details are same as before. Click here to be connected to the meeting.
Please join the meeting around 1:00 PM or later. This link will be active on the day of the meeting.
Members will also receive an e-mail on the day of the meeting, with the link and any further details and instructions about how to log into the meeting.
Election of Officers and Board Members-at-Large. Based on the nominations in the Dec 2024 meeting, ballots were mailed to all members. All ballots must be may be deposited in the ballot box at the meeting or mailed in. The closing date for receipt of completed ballots is Jan 19, 2025.
The open positions are President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and two Board Members‑at‑Large. You may also write in any member including yourself for any of the positions. Please consider running for these positions.
When: Sunday, Jan 12, 2025 at 1:15 P.M.
Where: In person at the office of i3Detroit, located at 1481-A Wordsworth St, Ferndale, MI 48220.
(For more detailed directions and parking information please click on the About SEMCO tab on this site).
SIG Computing Topic: Protect yourself from the Internet slime
Presented by Carl T. Miller
There are some real hazards to using the Internet, especially when using wifi devices like cell phones and laptops. We will
look at a simple technology to protect yourself and your data, the VPN (Virtual Private Network). We will be discussing NordVPN
Carl has been involved in computers and technology for over 50 years, including over 25 years of consulting services for
individuals, libraries, businesses and corporations. He enjoys learning, implementing and sharing new programs and services.
Also: Questions and Answers following the presentation.
When: Sunday, Jan 12, 2025 at 1:30 P.M.
Where: Meetings will be Hybrid in person and online. Details shown above.
SIG-Linux Topic: VI Editor Basics
Presented by Sharan Kalwani
While there a many open-source text editors available in the Linux world, none comes close to the versatility and power of “VI”.
In this session we will share how to use “VI”.
Also: Questions and Answers following the presentation
When: Sunday, Jan 12, 2025 at 3:00 P.M.
Where: Meetings will be Hybrid in person and online. Details shown above.