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Expanding Google Search Requirements

This message recently appeared in my Inbox.

In plain words, Google is now indexing / ranking my website based on my mobile version. Luckily I have a mobile-friendly website already.

Because the amount of searching done from SmartPhones and tablets is growing, Google is putting more emphasis on mobile websites.

Most businesses need a “mobile-friendly” site. When you visit from your SmartPhone, you see the same website. It’s just arranged differently to view easier on a SmartPhone. Some businesses – restaurants, dry cleaners, retail stores, etc. need a separate mobile website. Since a large portion of their visitors are coming from mobile, their sites need to be customized for the mobile viewer. For example, if I’m trying to find Zappone’s Italian Bistro to pick up a pizza on the way home, I don’t care about the company history or management team. Just show me where to go for the pizza!

First, do you need a special mobile website?
If not, do you have a mobile-friendly website?
If not, call Your Computer Lady today!

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Comparison Shopping

It’s always a good idea to comparison shop – even for computer skills training.
YCL recently offered a hands-on 2 hour training on how to make videos for $55 per person.
Lynda.com is $30 a month for unlimited high-quality video tutorials.
Training For You does 1 or 2 day classes in person at their location.  Here is a screenshot for a Word class at $132 per person.
Each type of learning situation has a benefit.
Hands-on helps overcome technology fear and jump starts your learning and use of the new technology.
Lynda’s videos break huge topics – Outlook 2016 – into small segments to watch as needed.
A Training For You type class is a great way to be introduced to a new software. The Word class would give you an overview of the features and capabilities.

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7 Mobile Apps for Editing and Enhancing Images

This article from Social Media Examiner not only has recommendations, it has instructions on how to use the apps for specific problems.

This is “must read” material for those of you who use candid shots for your social media posts and blogs. Professional photography skills aren’t required. Whew! But worthy subjects and legible photos are. So one little tweak like removing the ugly wall plug on your photo can make a huge difference.

Take your photography to a higher level!

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