NTPCUG meets monthly at

 

Northaven United Methodist Church, 
11211 Preston Rd Dallas, TX 75230.

Park in the North lot and use the 
side entrance facing Preston

 

 

Need to learn more about computers, the Internet, programming, how to use the latest software? Are you interested in keeping your knowledge skills on the leading edge? If you are, then NTPCUG is where you will want to be.

 

  • Computer Users
  • IT Professionals
  • Developers
  • Small Business Owners

 

Next Meetings

 (all on 3rd Saturdays) 

  • August 15, 2026
  • September 19, 2026
  • October 17, 2026
  • November 21, 2026
  • December 19, 2026
  • January 16, 2027
  • February 20, 2027
  • March 20, 2027
  • …
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In-person meetings are typically also held via ZOOM or Microsoft TEAMS teleconferencing.

Here is what we plan for our Saturday, August 15, 2026 meeting …

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PowerShell SIG
8:00–10:00 am — See details below

Windows Tips & Tricks SIG
8:30 – 10:30 am – See details below

Artificial Intelligence (AI) SIG
9:30 – 10:30 am — See details below
(Online Only)

 Special Presentation!!
10:30 – 11:30 am — See details below

 NTPCUG members will receive the meeting details in the monthly flyer, usually 2+ days prior.

PowerShell SIG
(hybrid meeting – on-site and remote)

8:00 – 10:00

 For August, regular guest Sean Wheeler of Microsoft will again lead the conversation.

Come, visit, learn how PowerShell can help you in your daily computing life.

    This SIG will meet both in-person at NUMC as well as virtually at https://bit.ly/3AMFsUy.

    SIG Leaders: Tom Sweet 

    Windows Tips & Tricks
    (hybrid meeting – on-site and remote)

    8:30 – 10:30 am

    In August, as we go to press, the Tips ‘N Tricks SIG leaders are in the process of selecting topics for presentation.  Your input either before or during the SIG will help determine the topics discussed. 

    As always, we’ll have Open Q&A.

    Also, if you have a ‘troubled’ system (or your system has a troubled user!) please contact Chuck via email to arrange for a ‘Live, No Net’ troubleshooting session in front of the group.

    This SIG meets this month both in-person at NUMC and remotely.  If attending remotely, click https://bit.ly/3vEoTK5 .

    SIG Leaders: Linda Eakle, Chuck Stark & Tom Sweet.

      Artificial Intelligence (AI)
      (hybrid meeting – on-site and remote)

      9:30 – 10:30 am (online only)

      In August, Howard Harkness will discuss the following:

      • The AI Alignment Problem Revisited
      • Short-term Future Predictions & Trends

      This presentation will be online only using Howard’s favorite tool, ZOHO.  The online meeting link is https://meet.zoho.com/whau-egd-gbo, Meeting ID: 1016233898, and Password: rjTZ8R (if needed).

      The meeting will go live at about 9:15 to give some time to set up & visit.

      SIG Leader:  Howard Lee Harkness

      Special Presentation
      (hybrid meeting – on-site and remote)

      10:30 – 11:30 am

      Demystifying AI: A Practical 101 Guide for Everyday Users, by Chris Mercer

      You’ve likely heard the buzz about Artificial Intelligence, but with all the rapidly changing news, it can be hard to know where to start—or what it actually means for your daily life.  

      In this beginner-friendly “101” session, we will explore what AI is in plain English, focusing on practical, everyday applications.

      We will look at the AI you might already be using without realizing it, and demonstrate secure ways to use new tools like ChatGPT and Gemini to save time and effort.

      From planning complex travel itineraries to troubleshooting household repairs and drafting emails, you will leave this session with a clear understanding of how to use AI as a helpful digital assistant, along with tips on how to stay safe and protect your privacy online.

      This SIG meets this month both in-person at NUMC and remotely.  If attending remotely, click https://bit.ly/3vEoTK5.

      Our on-site presenter is Chris Mercer, who holds multiple certifications — MS, OSCP, CISSP, AWS Certified.

      Chris is Adjunct Faculty, Cyber Security | Richland College – School of Engineering, Business and Technology.

      SIG Leader:  Lisa Katzenstein