September 2021
Tips for Living with Tech in Today's World and Beyond
Welcome to Tech Bites
Going back to school this fall? In this issue we'll look at free alternatives to pricey software, along with some apps and websites for learning something new.

Tech Bites gathers the latest tips and trends from online newsletters and techie websites...to help you live better with technology.
LEARN NEW THINGS
Modern technology makes studying to play a new instrument easier than ever. And the best part? Most of these tools are free or affordable.
Engineering projects don't need to be difficult, and they can teach your kids a lot about tackling different tasks. Here are ten to try.
The iPad is the best educational tool because of its ability to adapt to any input method.
Our elders have rich stories to share. There’s no better time than now to sit down and hit Record.
Programming is difficult for some adults to understand, let alone youngsters. Luckily, kids have plenty of places to learn this online.
Here are some lesser known how-to websites that give you a lot of tips to try in your life.
SOFTWARE ALTERNATIVES
When you need to dig deep into a PDF file, these tools are your best friends..
Who needs an expensive image editor? These free tools can help you achieve similar results at a much lower price.
Microsoft PowerPoint is great, but what if you can't afford it? Here are the best free PowerPoint alternatives for presentations.
The battle between office software is an ongoing task, which can never come to an end. Microsoft Office might be ruling the market, but there are professional alternatives to give Microsoft Office a run for its money.
IN THE NEWS
5G still hasn't completely rolled out around the globe. However, some are already speculating on what 6G could mean for technology.
With technology being such a huge part of our current world, it's only natural that scientists, engineers, and environmental activists alike are looking for technologies that can help save our planet. Here are seven of the most promising candidates.