Hello world, my name is Jay-R and this is my first time using blogger.com as this is required for my class IS101 which is very interesting so far because the assignments make me think, just like playing chess which is something I enjoy doing. The class is like solving puzzles, doing tasks one by one, and trying to find the next set of instructions in order to continue moving forward. My professor is really knowledgeable about the subject and actually takes the time to help you improve and learn new things.
I learned how to manage ads that pop up when surfing the web using the Google Chrome browser from one of the LabSim exercises called "Applied Lab: Configure Google Chrome Pop-ups 1.4.18". Essentially all it is was to click on the three dots on the upper right of the Chrome browser, find the "settings", go to "privacy and security", and "site settings" and find the "Pop-ups and redirects" tab to configure whether you want ads and pop-ups to appear in certain websites. The exercises aren't too bad, but it requires a lot of patience because there are a lot of sections, tasks, and videos to cover. However, if you keep at it, the process will all make sense in the end.
I like how the discussions, assignments, and other tasks are all connected to each other. For example, in order to complete discussion task, you must complete an assignment task. This is actually really clever and sophisticated when you think about it and it all goes together in the end. I'm currently working on getting an Associate of Science degree and this semester is what I need in order to complete this degree. Afterwards, I will continue to a more advanced degree in the same school. Hope everyone is having a wonderful day.
I'm glad my assignments for IS101-3003, Spring 2026 make you think, just like playing chess!
ReplyDeleteThank you for recognizing my intertwining and integrating the assignments with discussions as really clever and sophisticated, Jay-R :-)
May your patience in doing LabSim exercises and tasks expand your digital literacy skills.
May your enjoyment of chess and puzzles fuel your curiosity and stamina to seek out and understand new concepts.
May you build success upon success to achieve your Associate of Science degree, whichever advanced degree that will capture your interest, and beyond ^_^
Hello JR, it is also my first time using Blogger, and I have been watching a lot of videos trying to figure things out. There are many things I want to enhance on my blog, like making the background show through instead of the solid black text area. Some parts are hard coded into the theme, so I started looking into advanced layout CSS to modify it, and it honestly feels like coding. I did not expect blogging to involve this much technical adjustment. For the pop up settings, I agree they can be annoying, but sometimes they are necessary. For example, when dealing with government websites like Medicare, Medicaid, or the IRS, some services require pop ups to function properly. Because of that, I cannot always use an ad blocker even though it is popular. I am still figuring out how to allow pop ups only for trusted government sites.
ReplyDeleteHello Jay-R, I love your sense of curiosity and your excitement for this class. I also enjoy managing the different task alongside the labs. It makes a huge difference having a professor who makes themselves available to help you when needed. I also really enjoy our presentations and blogs, getting to know each other has made the class even more interesting and fun. Congratulations on finishing up with your degree it's nice when your hard work pays off!
ReplyDeleteHi Jay-R, I understand your feelings about the IS101 class, I think it’s really well-structured, and I’ve really loved it so far. I like how you compared it to chess, with each step and task building toward the next one. Managing pop-ups in Chrome is definitely a useful skill, and even though I knew about it before the class, I had never actually done it, so it was interesting to finally put it into practice. I hope you’re having a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteHello Jay-R, I agree that the assignments are like solving puzzles. The enjoyment of how LabSim works really helps with actually remembering the material that you're learning. They do sometimes take a while, listening to music while doing the labs really helps with motivation.
ReplyDeleteHi Jay-R! It is cool to meet a fellow chess fan. I love your comparison of IS101 to solving puzzles and thinking several moves ahead. I agree that the LabSim exercises like configuring Chrome pop-ups require some patience, but they provide useful skills for keeping browsing secure and clean. It is also great that you are so close to finishing your Associate of Science degree. Good luck with your final requirements this semester and your move toward an advanced degree here at CSN.
ReplyDeleteHi Jay-R, I like how you compared the class to playing chess. I think that’s a very interesting way to see it. I also learned how to allow pop-ups in Google Chrome for this class, and at first it was a little confusing for me too but after practicing it started to make more sense.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your explanation of how to shut pop-ups off on a website. I never thought you could do that. I can now read through a website without those annoying ads.
ReplyDeleteJay-R, your comparison of IS101 to a game of chess is a very interesting observation. It shows that you view the course's technical tasks as strategic puzzles that require both patience and logical thinking.
ReplyDeleteWhat a G8 blog post! (Get it? Cause chess?) and great post about chrome pop ads. I always struggle to remove those but the lesson in LabSim really did help me remove those pesky things. Have you tried other browsers like opera or brave? They actually help with those pop ups and ads from websites, you should look into it. More power to your journey.
ReplyDeleteJay-R, I find it intriguing that you play chess I always seen the sport as such, but never understood what I was watching when did you learn how to play? And to look at the class in the sense of a game you enjoy. I believe that's the best mindset you can have.
ReplyDeleteHey Jay-R, quick sidetrack I used to work at Mandalay Bay as a Lifeguard and at one of the pools there was a big chess board made out of tiles in the shallow part of the pool. Before working there, I didn't know how to play chess, but I was watching people play over time and I learned how each of the pieces moved and I got it down from there. About that LabSim I can appreciate the level of description to how to complete the lab. Thankfully my browser I use called "Opera GX" it has built in pop-up and ad blocker which is a great addition but I'm thankful for LabSim and you for reminding me that there's a way to disregard annoying ads because that's not what I want to see when on my computer.
ReplyDeleteP.S The chess pieces was the size of a small kid or even a cone!
DeleteHi Jay-R, I like how you compared the class to playing chess and solving puzzles. IS101 really does feel like working through steps and figuring things out one by one. The LabSim exercise about managing pop-ups in Chrome also sounds useful because it can make browsing the internet easier and less distracting. It’s great that you’re close to finishing your Associate degree and planning to keep going with your education. Good luck with the rest of the semester.
ReplyDeleteHi Jay-R, do you have a rating on Chess.com? I love your background choice. I used to love chess but haven't really played consistently for a long time. It's definitely a good workout for the brain! Good luck with getting your degrees!
ReplyDeleteHi Jay-R, it's also my first time using blogger.com so far it's been pretty fun. Also I agree having a professor that is hands on and very knowledgeable has been a huge benefit for this class.
ReplyDeleteHello Jay-R, comparing IS101 to chess is creative. I've always wanted to learn chess, but it seems hard and requires a lot of things to learn and memorize. Now I'm curious when you started to play and like chess. Did anything or anyone inspire you or were you simply curious and tried it out on your own interest?
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