Fredericksburg Personal Computer Users Group (FPCUG)

Fredericksburg Personal Computer Users Group (FPCUG) Learn more about computer hardware and software today! Specific Purposes of the FPCUG (from the Articles of Incorporation)

a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i.

Our Mission
The FPCUG mission is to provide a creative (fun) learning environment where skilled and
novice computer users can exchange ideas, knowledge, and experience for the enrichment of all concerned while building confidence in themselves through the use of technology. Our Vision
To become a role model within the Association of Personal Computer User Groups (APCUG)
and within our community

for technology learning and empower our members to meet the
technological requirements of a fast-paced global life. To provide a forum for members of the computing community for their mutual benefit,
increased understanding, and better utilization of computers. To encourage experimentation and research in the current and potential uses of computers. To provide an opportunity for all computer users to exchange ideas, knowledge, and
experience for the enrichment of all concerned. To provide an opportunity for both formal and informal education in computer application,
hardware, and software technologies. To provide a medium of communication with user groups in other areas (location and
orientation). To provide an opportunity for the formation of special interest groups. To provide a medium for the exchange of public domain and contributed software. The illegal copying, use, or distribution of software will not be condoned. To assist members in acquiring computer hardware and software. To promote the effective interchange of ideas between members and vendors of computer
hardware and software

01/09/2023

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Hear Ye! January 2023 FPCUG Notes are online at

01/09/2023

General Meeting - Thursday, January 12, 2022 - Rappahannock Area Community Services Board Sherry Norton-Williams, a Prevention Specialist for the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board, will speak to the FPCUG about substance misuse among older adults - Live & Via Zoom - Fredericksburg VFW Post 3103 - 2701 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. All meetings start at 7:00 PM unless otherwise noted.

News Update! Fredericksburg Personal Computer Users Group (FPCUG) recently moved our meeting location to: The Veterans ...
01/09/2023

News Update! Fredericksburg Personal Computer Users Group (FPCUG) recently moved our meeting location to: The Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 3103, 2701 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401 in Stafford County. See link to map and directions at

★★★★★ · Veterans organization

03/10/2022

Thursday, March 10, 2022, 7:00 pm FPCUG Annual Meeting and Officer Election are scheduled via Zoom virtual meeting. It is important that everyone attends this virtual meeting! The following activites are planned at this year's meeting: review & approve the FPCUG budget for the new fiscal year, nominate and elect/reelect FPCUG officers, highlight the support we provided to our community during the fiscal year, and discuss the way ahead as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. A link to access the Zoom virtual meeting will be emailed to FPCUG members in advance of the meeting. Please consider serving on the FPCUG board and making a difference! One Director, one Trustee, and all of the Executive Officers (i.e., President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer) will be elected or reelected. If you are interested in serving, please contact the FPCUG board ([email protected]).

03/10/2022

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Enclosed is this month's (March 2022) Newsletter!

11/10/2021

Special Invitation to the FPCUG Community and Guests!
General Meeting - Thursday, November 11, 2021
Todd Taylor - Commander. VFW Post 3103 Both In-Person and Zoom virtual meeting. Commander Todd Taylor, VFW Post 3103, will speak to the FPCUG at our Veterans Day meeting about the VFW’s support for veterans, their advocacy for American patriotism, and their efforts and commitments with the local community.
The public is invited and refreshments will be served.

If you can't make it in person:
Join Zoom Meeting

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Meeting ID: 897 7536 4216
Passcode: 242801

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10/12/2021

Thurs, Oct 28, 2021: Open-Source Software Workshop (Patty Davis) -- Zoom Virtual Meeting FPCUG President Patty Davis will discuss GIMP, a free open-source raster graphics editor used for image manipulation and image editing, free-form drawing, transcoding between different image file formats, and more specialized tasks. GIMP is a practical alternative to Adobe Photoshop.

ZOOM Information soon to follow!

10/12/2021

-- Thurs, Oct 14: General Meeting – an In-Person and Zoom virtual meeting As an introduction to the new Open-Source Software Workshop, FPCUG Secretary and Newsletter Editor, Frank Fota, will discuss LibreOffice, a free and powerful office suite that
is compatible with and a practical alternative to Microsoft Office. LibreOffice is a successor to OpenOffice. If you cannot join us in person, a Zoom link will be provided by email and posted on the FPCUG Facebook and Meetup websites. The public is invited and refreshments will be served.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 839 1827 7333
Passcode: 963032

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10/12/2021

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! FPCUG October 2021 Electronic Notes are available!

09/07/2021

- Thurs, Sep 23: Open-Source Software Workshop (Frank Fota) – Zoom Virtual Mtg. Frank will discuss LibreOffice, a free and powerful office suite that is compatible with and a practical alternative to Microsoft Office. LibreOffice is a successor to OpenOffice.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 885 7227 1797
Passcode: 641986

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-- Thurs, Sep 9: General Meeting – an In-Person and Zoom virtual meeting This month, APCUG Region 2 Advisor Gabe Goldber...
09/07/2021

-- Thurs, Sep 9: General Meeting – an In-Person and Zoom virtual meeting This month, APCUG Region 2 Advisor Gabe Goldberg, will present, “The Adventure Continues: Apple Watch, HomePods, Home App Join iPad/iPhone.” Gabe has presented past iPad and iPhone experiences, emphasizing their synergy and his serendipity. His journey has not been free of annoyances. Gabe will discuss his expanded Apple ecosystem (i.e., his devices, software, and
experiences). He has added an Apple Watch, three HomePod Minis, the Home app, and multiple Siri-controlled outlets. Gabe will demonstrate what is possible with Apple devices and likely possible with non-Apple devices and software.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 897 2961 3343
Passcode: 966942
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09/07/2021

The September Newsletter is now available on the FPCUG website athttps://fpcug.org/notes/September%202021%20Electronic%20Notes%20--%20FPCUG.pdf

We hope that you enjoy it!

Address

2701 Princess Anne Street
Fredericksburg, VA
22401

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15403737929

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