The Web Made Easy for Seniors With BigScreenLive

This post is for anyone with a parent or grandparent over the age of 60. If the elder in your life gets lost on the Internet and spends hours on the phone with you as you walk them through basic things like reading e-mail, we have the perfect Mother’s or Father’s Day gift – BigScreenLive.The software solution is designed to help the 51 million-plus Americans who are 60+. Key features include:

- Color-coded icons, large fonts and a graphic interface designed to make navigation a breeze.

- One-click photo sharing.

- Default links in major categories (think of the original AOL).

The software can be downloaded or sent to you on a USB thumb drive, allowing you to use the software on any computer.

Basic requirements are a PC with Windows XP or Vista a 17″ monitor and a high-speed Internet connection. The site also recommends special peripherals that make computing easier, such as touchscreen monitors, trackballs and large-letter keyboards.

The service also keeps families in communication with one another by allowing easy access to share photos, play games and bookmark interesting Websites to share and discuss.

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