April 20, 2024

Local workshop tackles web accessibility

Under Ontario law, by next year many websites will need to meet certain accessibility guidelines or face steep fines. A workshop at Zeitspace, a local software design company, showed people how to do that — and get as many people as possible to visit your website.

Customers brave cold, rain for latest iPhones

By Niall McCrossan, Spoke News Apple launched its newest line of iPhones worldwide, along with the Apple Watch Series 4 last week on Sept. 21. People around the globe gathered at Apple stores to get their hands on the newest devices, with the iPhone XS and XS Max finally being released to the public. On Sept. 12, the company unveiled its much anticipated new products, with the 5.8-inch iPhone XS … Continued

Tech bar celebrates grand opening

BY JOSH PEDERSON The Conestoga college tech bar had its grand opening ceremony on March 7. At the tech bar, students can get help with various technical issues, as well as sign out any tech equipment they may need for the day, such as phone chargers or laptops.

LRC tech tutors answer thousands of questions

BY RILEY LINSEMAN The Library Resource Centre has been offering tech support to those who use their online resources, which were introduced 20 years ago. The big renovation last year increased the number of computers to 80, making it the biggest lab on campus. This means that staff get a lot of technical questions. But, exactly how many questions is that? In 2016, the LRC information desk answered approximately 21,000, … Continued

Tech gifts for the holidays

BY SPENCER BEEBE ’Tis the season for giving; the holidays are fast approaching, and it’s time to start purchasing gifts for your friends and loved ones. Most people have a few tech savvy friends on their list, and finding the perfect gift for them isn’t always easy. What sort of gift should you buy for a gadget-lover or a tech savant? A new phone? A smart watch? A GPS system … Continued