This talk explains how to use and configure web browsers to improve safety, security, productivity, and your overall online experience.

Topics include:

• Practical tips and best practices
• Differences between browser types
• Browser settings and configurations
• Extensions, themes, bookmarks, and folders
• Blocking ads and protecting passwords
• File downloading and organization
• Basic browser hygiene
• Cross-device syncing
• Tips for searching the web and meeting individual browsing needs

Information on free resources for further learning and individualized tech help will be shared. Snacks and refreshments provided. Registration encouraged.

Speaker: John Williams

John Williams has worked for 20+ years in Tech and holds an M.A. in Psychology.

John has a Master’s Degree in Psychology & Communications and has been teaching and building for the web since its earliest days. He is an AARP‑certified technology educator, passionate about making his wide range of knowledge in tech approachable, and its benefits accessible for all ages and skill levels.

He also enjoys iced tea and occasionally making instrumental music.

You can follow him on Mastodon and Github, and you can contact him via the form on his website.