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Staying vigilant against Scams

Posted on 14 October 202114 October 2021 by AUSOM Admin

This is a good article and a timely reminder to stay vigilant against falling prone to scams. A Victorian Police officer has revealed the human face – and full extent – of the enormous problem.

The article has input from a Victorian Crime Investigation Unit Police officer who said “These people are intelligent, and they are just ashamed and embarrassed they’ve been scammed,” Detective Faure said.

The official Scamwatch agency, run by the ACCC, has reported an 89 per cent jump in scams this year compared to the same period last year.

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SummerFest 2021 – 25% off selected software until 31 July 2021

Posted on 24 June 202111 October 2021 by AUSOM Admin

Members may be interested in these discounts for selected software titles.

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February 6 meeting is now online on Zoom ONLY (not at New Hope)

Posted on 4 February 202126 April 2021 by AUSOM Admin

Hi All

As you are no doubt aware we now have a new ‘communally transmitted’ case of the virus and it is simply too soon to tell if this is going to turn into a cluster.

Under the circumstances, CoM has determined that the risks far outweigh the rewards and we are cancelling the venue booking.

Fortunately, we are well prepared with our online format to deliver a full meeting experience.

Event details:

AUSOM Main Meeting (Zoom)

Apologies for the short notice and any inconvenience incurred.

We look forward to seeing you all on Zoom on the day 🙂

Cheers
Ivan
President

Here’s the link for the Zoom login details:

Online Zoom Meeting

A new year, a new look

Posted on 2 February 20215 March 2021 by AUSOM Admin

Many of us are excited to put 2020 behind us and move towards a more “normal” 2021! Your AUSOM website team has been busy and have taken steps towards refreshing the look and feel and usability of our website.

You will notice that things look a bit different around here. The content is the same, but we have updated our theme to something a bit more modern, and we have tried to make things a bit easier to find.

Your thoughts and suggestions are always welcome. Get in touch with the website team.

Image courtesy of Jennifer-Ann Coffin-Grey via unsplash

The 2020-2021 Committee

Posted on 16 May 202024 May 2021 by AUSOM Admin

Thanks to the outgoing Committee!

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Awesome Power Bank for iPhones and iPads

Posted on 23 March 202021 April 2020 by AUSOM Admin

A limited number (40) of these AUSOM branded power banks are for sale at $30.00 each plus $10 postage (that’s less than half the recommended price of similar items at retailers).
The Big Boost power bank comes with three connector options, including a Micro-USB, USB-C and Lightning Adapter. It has a 6600 mAh charging capacity. Other features include:

Neat and tidy retractable cables;
A handy LED Torch that can be turned on and off by holding the status button;
High temperature shut down;
Short-circuit protection;
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) protection;
Auto-on when device connected. Auto-standby when disconnected; and
Auto-adapting charge current to support a variety of devices and optimise charge time

What you get:The Big Boost power bank, Lightning and USB-C adapters, User Manual, in a Kraft Card box
How to buy: Order yours here https://ausom.net.au/ausom-power-bank/, $40.00 including $10 postage.
Note: The Big Boost works with any iOS device that uses Lighting or USB-C (anything before the iPad 4 and iPhone 5 is excluded. It’s OK for iPads and all iPad Mini models)