Show Notes

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Craig and Ben as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"Resolving (and preventing) issues after installing Linux"

Links we discussed in the show:

Getting help with issues:
Try the forum for your distribution first.
Try to google the problem.
Use the Going Linux resources page:
http://goinglinux.com/articles/Resources.html#help-sites

Preventing issues:
1. Ensuring your hardware is Linux-compatible:
http://www.linuxquestions.org/hcl
http://www.linuxcompatible.org/compatdb/index.html
http://goinglinux.com/articles/Resources.html#hardware-compatibility
2. Purchase a computer with Linux pre-installed and support included
http://www.system76.com
http://zareason.com
http://www.emperorlinux.com
http://lxer.com/module/db/index.php?dbn=14

Hour one: https://lockitron.com/ Lockitron lets you use your phone to unlock your home, business or rental from anywhere in the world! Instantly share virtual keys with family, friends and guests. Let guests into your beach house while you're traveling abroad, provision temporary access for contractors at the office, or let friends buzz themselves up to your party without the hassle of physical keys. And it works with most doors!

Both hours: http://www.ralphbond.com / It's the second Friday of the month and that means it's time for Bond... Ralph Bond joins Craig and Ben with computer news and special topics. For many years, Ralph was Intel's Consumer Education Director and he continues to be the voice of Intel for Computer America's Intel Digital Minute. Ralph is now with Autodesk and he is an official Computer America correspondent. Every second Friday of the month, Ralph joins Craig and Ben to talk about the special Technology News stories he selects.

COMPUTER AMERICA NOTES FOR FRIDAY, MAY 11

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STORY 1: OCZ's 1TB Octane Solid State Drive Touches Ground in Mid May
Saturday, May 05, 2012 - by Paul Lilly

Source: Hothardware.com

OCZ's monster sized 1TB Octane SSD is getting to ready to ship in the next couple of weeks.

A Japanese language press release tipped the details of the 1TB model's retail availability, which a Google translation pegs to be mid-May.

The price is said to be 260,000 yen, which works out to about $3,255 in U.S. currency, though it won't be quite that expensive.

According to a product page on Amazon's website, the list price is $3,000 and the street price is $2,420 shipped.

OFFERS THESE SPECS:
1TB of storage space in a 2.5-inch form factor
up to 460MB/s sequential read speeds,
up to 330MB/s write speeds
Not exactly record breaking, but totally respectable for anyone who wants capacity and performance in a single device.

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STORY 2: Sony Joins The Ultrabook Club: VAIO T Series Coming In June

May 05, 2012 - by Ray Willington

Source: Hothardware.com

To date, Sony has somehow dodged the temptation to jump into the lucrative Ultrabook market, but that's changing soon.

The company has issued their first Ultrabook, the VAIO T Series.

It's a 13" machine with an LED display, an optional SSD, up to 9 hours of battery life and an exterior made from magnesium and aluminum.

The company's relying on Ultra Low Voltage Intel Core processors

There's also a large, button-free touchpad that takes advantage of gestures.

Other specs include:
HDMI, VGA and RJ45 network ports,
plus an SD/MMC media slot.
There's a for PC HD web camera for video chats

The company's planning to ship it in early June.

No pricing just yet

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May 9, 2012 — Nine out of 10 U.S. adults reported in a recent “Mobile Etiquette” survey, conducted by Ipsos Observer* and commissioned by Intel Corporation, that they believe people are sharing too much information about themselves online, with nearly half of U.S. adults reporting that they feel overwhelmed by the amount of information shared.

Intel’s 2012 “Mobile Etiquette” survey examined the current state of mobile manners (compared to previous surveys commissioned by Intel in 2009 and 2011).

The survey also evaluated how U.S. adults share and consume information online and how certain digital sharing behaviors impact culture and relationships.

Survey highlights include:

State of Mobile Etiquette:
Most U.S. adults (81 percent) believe mobile manners are becoming worse (compared to 75 percent of U.S. adults surveyed by Intel a year ago),
and 92 percent of U.S. adults wish people practiced better mobile etiquette in public.
Mobile Misfits Still Among Us:
As a follow up to Intel’s Mobile Etiquette surveys in 2009 and 2011, U.S. adults continue to report the following as the top 3 pet peeves:
Texting or typing while driving a car (77 percent).
Talking on a device loudly in a public place (64 percent).
Having the volume too loud in a public place (55 percent).
Digital Sharing: An overwhelming majority of U.S. adults (85 percent) share information online, with one-quarter of U.S. adults sharing once or more a day.

Keep Us Together: Twenty-five percent of U.S. adults admit feeling better connected with and informed about their family and friends because they share online.
Sixty-five percent of U.S. adults feel connected to friends and family regardless of where they are because they are able to connect online through photo sharing, video chatting, etc. with their mobile devices.
Digital (Over)-Sharing Pet Peeves: According to Intel’s survey, U.S. adults report that the following digital sharing behaviors annoy them the most:

People who constantly complain (59 percent).
People who post inappropriate/explicit photos (55 percent).
People who share information that they would consider to be private (53 percent).
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STORY 4: Wilson Electronics Adds to Industry-Leading Line of 4G Mobile Cellular Signal Boosters

CE Daily News

May 7 posting

Wilson Electronics (www.WilsonElectronics.com), manufacturer of cellular signal boosters, announced at International CTIA Wireless 2012 conference the company's latest product in the world's first line of 4G mobile signal booster, the Sleek 4G-A.

In areas with AT&T™ LTE service, theSleek 4G-A will ensure a strong LTE signal as well as conventional 3G or 2G signals for all cellular providers.

The Sleek 4G-A delivers more than 20 times the power of a typical cell phone signal alone, but weighs only three ounces (85 grams) and measures just 2.5 by 4.5 by 2.5 inches (6.4 x 11.4 6.4 cm).

Benefits include fewer dropped connections and no-service "dead zones," faster data transfer rates and improved battery life for wireless devices.

The Sleek 4G-A was displayed at CTIA Wireless 2012 event,May 8-10.

The device, with an anticipated selling price of $129.95, boosts all carriers 3G and 2G cellular signals on 800 MHz and 1900 MHz frequency bands, as well as AT&T's 700 MHz LTE (bands 12 & 17).

Designed for use in a vehicle, the Sleek 4G-A can also be used indoors with the purchase of an optional accessory kit – perfect for boosting signal to AT&T's 4G cellular internet hotspots.

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STORY 5: Audio-Technica Introduces Its New Top-of-the-Line ATH-ANC9 QuietPoint Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones

CE Daily News

May 7 posting

Audio-Technica announced the introduction of its ATH-ANC9 QuietPoint® active noise-cancelling over-ear headphones, the company’s new top-of-the-line active noise-cancelling (ANC) model.

It offers new features including exclusive Tri-Level™ Cancellation selectable noise-cancellation settings, an inline microphone and controller for answering calls and controlling music and more.

The ATH-ANC9 blocks up to 95% of outside

Audio-Technica’s new Tri-Level Cancellation provides three preset filters for noise reduction of up to 30 dB over a wide range of environmental noise conditions.

Mode 1 is ideal for use on airplanes, trains and buses and applies maximum noise-cancellation to low frequencies.

Mode 2 is designed for use in noisy offices and crowded places, and targets midrange frequencies.

Mode 3 is best for already-quiet locations like libraries.

Click here for a YouTube video about the ATH-ANC9.

The Audio-Technica ATH-ANC9 QuietPoint active noise-cancelling headphones are available now at a suggested retail price of US $349.95 at www.shopaudiotechnica.com and authorized retailers.

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STORY 6: Microsoft Selects Dolby to Create Immersive Entertainment Experiences on Windows 8 Tablets and PCs

May 04, 2012

CE Daily News

May 4

Dolby Laboratories, Inc. announced that Microsoft has selected Dolby®Digital Plus to create the most realistic and immersive audio experiences for Windows 8 on tablets and PCs.

Developers will be enabled to deliver the highest level of immersive experiences and cinematic sound through Windows 8 APIs in desktop and Metro-style apps, including those developed for x86 and ARM architectures.

Dolby Digital Plus 5.1-channel decoding and Dolby Digital two-channel encoding will be supported in all PCs and tablets licensed to run Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, and Windows RT editions.

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STORY 7: Conquering LED Efficiency Droop: Overcoming Mysterious Phenomenon Could Lead to Affordable LED Lighting

May 03, 2012

CE Daily News

Schematic of the transparent LED packaging design (left). A working blue LED using the design (right). (Photo: Yuji Zhao, University of California Santa Barbara)

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) seem to reach a point where more electricity no longer imparts the same kick and productivity levels-off.

THE PROBLEM: Droop, which is a dramatic drop in efficiency at high currents, is one of the main problems limiting the growth of the solid-state lighting market.

LEDs are many times more energy efficient than heat-spewing incandescent bulbs, but, due to droop, lose a significant fraction of that efficiency at the high current levels required for typical household lighting.

Now a team of researchers from California and Japan has devised a new design for green and blue LEDs that avoids much of this vexing efficiency droop.

The findings were presented at the Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics (CLEO: 2012), that ended today in San Jose, Calif.

By changing the orientation of the crystal structure in semiconductor films, the team created LEDs with high efficiency and extremely low droop.

Blue and green LEDs provide the essential hues that blend with other wavelengths to give us the familiar white light we expect from household bulbs.

These highly prized colors, however, have been among the hardest to engineer and the “droopiest” of the LEDs.

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STORY 8: Purdue Researcher Helps Robots 'See' in 3-D Like Humans

CE Daily News

Zygmunt Pizlo and his research at the Purdue University Visual Perception Lab have developed a robot named Čapek, which can "watch" them and conceptualize the research team's actions as members move around objects like desks and chairs.

The goal is to simulate visual perception in the robot so it can "see" more like humans.

"Enabling robots and other machines to see the world in 3-D like humans is one of the biggest challenges in robotics and artificial intelligence," said Pizlo, a professor in the Purdue Department of Psychological Sciences. "Research in the field of robotic vision has typically focused on recording and analyzing 2-D images, but really it is about 3-D visual perception - being able to understand the 3-D scene in front of the robot so that it can decide what needs to be done with an object that is in its field of view. Should the robot walk around it? Pick it up?"

Pizlo has been working in the field of visual perception for 30 years.

Conventional robotic vision technology uses multiple cameras with laser range finders and other sensors to detect objects around them.

While the current systems allow for basic object recognition, they do not replicate the 3-D capabilities that are possible for humans, according to Pizlo.

Enabling the human/robot connection will be a key factor in bringing robots into everyday life.

A video about the project can be viewed athttp://bit.ly/KmPGXy.

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STORY 9: Pioneer Introduces Its Most Powerful Internal BDXL/BD/DVD/CD Recordable Drive

CE Daily News

Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. recently announced the BDR-2207, Pioneer’s most powerful and full-featured drive.

The internal SATA drive can read and write to all BDXL™ disc formats, including BD-R and BD-RE triple-layer 100GB media, BD-R quad-layer 128GB media, as well as conventional recordable Blu-ray Disc™ (single-layer 25GB media and dual-layer 50GB media).

The BDR-2207 is packaged with CyberLink® software that gives users the ability to play standard Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D titles on correctly configured computers, as well as author and record high-definition Blu-ray Disc content and standard-definition DVD content.

The Pioneer BDR-2207 will be available in early May with a suggested retail price of $99.99

More details can be found atwww.pioneerelectronics.com/drives.

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STORY 10: CEA Names Industry Leaders to Be Inducted into CE Hall of Fame

April 30, 2012

The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA®) announced the 2012 class of inductees into the Consumer Electronics (CE) Hall of Fame.

The CE Hall of Fame, created in 2000, honors the leaders in the consumer technology industry who have shaped and advanced innovation.

The 12 new honorees will be inducted into the CE Hall of Fame during CEA’s Industry Forum to be held in San Francisco on October 14-17, 2012.

Following are the 2012 members of the CE Hall of Fame in alphabetical order:

Willard Boyle and George Smith – inventors of the charge-coupled device (CCD) at Bell Labs
Robert Briskman – inventor of satellite radio
Richard Citta – creator of the VSB digital TV transmission standard
Bjorn Dybdahl – founder of consumer electronics retailer Bjorn’s
Douglas Engelbart – inventor of the computer mouse and HTML
Charlie Ergen – founder of satellite companies Echostar and Dish Network
Larry Finley – founder of the International Tape Association (now the International Recording Media Association)
Fansy and Henry Harold Gregg – founders of consumer electronics retailer HH Gregg
In Hwoi Koo – founder of LG Corp.
Byung-Chull Lee – founder of Samsung Electronics
Complete inductee bios will appear in the 2012 booklet as well as online.

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Story 11 - Very funny gag gift for the iPad user in your life

iArm Forearm Mount (it’s a gag box you can put anything in to)

Source: Foolishgadgets.com

This gift box depicts a forearm mount that’ll let you easily hold onto all sorts of things. You’ll have to be careful with this one though if you’re giving it to a big time Apple fanboy.

They may get excited and then open the box only to find a sweater for their birthday. You can purchase the box for $8.

Of course these won’t actually ship out until October 15th, so you will have a little bit of a wait.

To purchase, go to: http://www.neatoshop.com/product/iArm-Forearm-Mount-Prank-Gift-Box

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Story 12: iPad Mini? Yes Please, Say Most Consumers

Source: PC Magazine online

May 4

Feature by Angela Moscaritolo

PriceGrabber survey --

In the survey of 2,603 U.S. online shopping consumers, conducted in late April, 52 percent of respondents said they would consider buying a so-called "iPad mini."

Sixty-four percent of those interested in the smaller tablet said the lower price would draw them in.

Meanwhile, 51 percent of consumers said they would consider buying the iPad Mini as a holiday gift, if it's released in advance.

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Story 13: Disney Turns Your Body Into a Touch Screen

Souce: PC Magazine online

May 7, 2012

Feature by Chloe Albanesius

Touching and swiping on your smartphone or tablet is so 2011. What if you could select a new song, craft a text message, or launch an app without ever touching your gadget?

Disney Research has stepped away from creating animatronic creatures to investigate more complex uses for touch-based technology, and it landed on a system known as Touché.

One of the more interesting options is using the body as a touch screen of sorts. Rather than pulling your MP3 player out of your pocket, for example, simply touch your finger to your palm to advance a playlist or increase the volume.

The user would likely be wearing a wristwatch-esque sensor to pick up movement, according to a paper from Disney researchers Munehiko Sato, Ivan Poupyrev, and Chris Harrison. The trio recently won Best Paper at the 2012 ACM SIGCHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems.

Touché is still in the concept phase, so touch screens are likely here to stay for the foreseeable future. But the researchers said they were inspired by Mark Weiser and his 1991 "disappearing computer" theory, or the idea that actual gadgets will fade into the background. For that to become a reality, however, "completely new interaction technologies are required, and we hope that this work contributes to the emergence of future ubiquitous computing environments," the Disney team said

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Story 14: U.S. Lags in Internet Connectivity Speeds

Akamai's "The State of the Internet" survey reveals that the rest of the world is speeding past the United States in Internet connectivity.

By John C. Dvorak
Source: PC Magazine online

May 4

Akamaihas released its quarterly "The State of the Internet" report that outlines the relative speeds and penetrations of Internet connectivity in the U.S. and around the world.

For anyone who follows the news, there are few revelations except for the fact that apparently Washington, D.C. has the worst Internet overall speeds of any place in the country.

After D.C., the worst states in the U.S., as far as overall Internet speed is concerned, are: Missouri, Georgia, Alaska, Illinois, Iowa, Colorado, Ohio, and Texas.

Korea leads the world with a 17.5 Mbps average.

Japan and Hong Kong are next, with 9.1 Mbps.

The U.S. is number 13 on the list after Holland, Latvia, Switzerland, Czech Republic, and Romania.

We average 5.8 Mbps.

The average connection speed globally is 2.3 Mbps.

This is humiliating, but the U.S. has not even been in the top 10 for more than a decade.

Number one city in the world is Taegu, South Korea with an average connection speed of 21.8 Mbps.

The top six cities were all in Korea and the next eight were in Japan.

An American city, Boston, finally makes the list at number 51 with 8.4 Mbps followed by North Bergen, New Jersey at number 52. Jersey City, New Jersey comes in number 58.

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Story 15 Kindle Fire Update Adds Parental Controls

Source: PC Magazine online

Feature by Chloe Albanesius

May 3

Amazon issued a software update for its Kindle Fire tablet this week that adds password protection and other parental controls.

Software update 6.3.1 "brings additional parental controls to Kindle Fire, including the ability to password-protect purchases, disable access to specific content libraries, and block access to the Silk Web browser," according to Amazon.

The option was a key feature missing from the tablet when it debuted in November, and is a welcome addition to those who don't want their kids surfing to adult content or charging apps, movies, or other content to their accounts.

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Story 16:

Half of All U.S. Mobile Subscribers Own Smartphones, Nielsen Says

Monday, May 07, 2012 - by Paul Lilly

More than half of all mobile subscribers living in the U.S. -- or 50.4 percent own a smartphone, according to the latest data from market research firm Nielsen.

That figure is up 2.6 percentage points since December 2011 back when feature phones were still the most popular option.

According to Nielsen, Apple is the top manufacturer of smartphone handsets, but iOS isn't the most popular mobile operating system in town.

That honor belongs to Android, which is installed on 48.5 percent of all smartphones, compared to 32 percent for iOS.

Sitting in a distant third place is RIM Blackberry (11.6 percent), followed by Windows Mobile (4.1 percent), Windows Phone (1.7 percent), and all others (2.1 percent).

Breaking it down by ethnicity, Nielsen found that U.S. smartphone penetration is most prominent among Asians and Pacific Islanders (67.3 percent), followed by Hispanics (57.3 percent), African Americans (54.4 percent), and Caucasians (44.7 percent).

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Story 17: SensoGlove Digital Golf Glove

SensoGlove, the world’s first digital golf glove, helps users (from beginners to advanced) learn how to swing the club with built-in digital sensors that continuously read grip pressure to ensure a consistently accurate, smooth and powerful golf swing.

Made of the highest quality cabretta leather, users can quickly learn how to hold the club, avoiding bad habits and improving every part of their game, from backswing, downswing, impact, follow-through, driving, putting, and chipping.

Pricing: $89
Website: www.sensoglove.com
Available at: www.sensoglove.com and through distributors, sales partners, and golf schools around the world

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Story 18 BRING PORTABLE MUSIC TO PICNICS, BBQS & PARTIES: foxL Bluetooth Speaker for iPhone, Ipad & Other Bluetooth Devices

foxL is a portable hi-fi Bluetooth speaker for smartphones, iPads, iPod touch, or other Bluetooth devices.

Created by former NASA engineer/physicist and audio legend Dr. Godehard Guenther

Soundmatters foxLv2 Bluetooth is the perfect light-weight traveling music companion for moms to bring high quality music with them everywhere they go: to BBQs, the beach, picnics, girl scout meetings, soccer events, office, and on the road.

Pricing: $199/$249 Platinum Special Edition

Website: www.soundmatters.com
Available at: www.soundmatters.com & online retailers, including Amazon.com, Frontgate.com, Magellans.com, Thinkgeek.com and more

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Story 19 World’s First Solar Powered cover for Kindle E-Reader – Read for 3 Months Unplugged

SolarKindle makes it easy for moms to read books and magazines on the Kindle or Kindle touch without using the Kindle’s battery for a guarantee of 3 months of unplugged Kindle reading time under normal sunlight conditions.

SolarKindle also includes a much-needed pop-up LED reading lamp, which illuminates the Kindle for easier reading for up to 50 hours without using the Kindle’s main battery.

Pricing: $79.99

Website: www.solarmio.com

Available at: www.solarmio.com and www.amazon.com

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Story 20 Origami – World’s First Power-Folding Stroller

· Power-folding: The Origami opens and closes itself at the touch of a button
· Self-charging: Generators in the rear wheels charge the Origami while you walk
· High tech lighting: Daytime running lights make you and your baby more visible all the time, and pathway lights located under the stroller turn on automatically in low-light conditions
· Child safety: Built-in sensors detect when a child’s in the seat (so it’ll never fold by accident)
· LCD Dashboard: Includes thermometer, speedometer, odometer, tripometer and lifetime tripometer
· Cell phone charger: Optional cable accessory can be used to charge your cell phone while you walk
· What strollers should be: Equipped with four cup holders, handlebar bag, lots of storage, luggage-style pull wheels, one-push brake, four-wheel suspension, reclining seat, sunroof, and the ability to buckle-in car seats/bassinets directly
Available at: 4moms.com
Price: $849.99
Website: www.4moms.com/origami

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Story 21 Biscotti™ TV Phone

Biscotti™ TV Phone
· Real-Life Picture and Sound – High-definition camera and microphone captures the entire room, allowing large groups of family and friends to move about freely and naturally.

· Easy to Use – Biscotti is a single device that sits nicely atop your TV and sets up in minutes. You can control it from the couch with a simple 6-button remote.

· Free calls to Anyone, Anywhere – Visit family and friends in their living room, dorm room or anywhere in between, worldwide.

Call Anyone With Free Google Talk

Bring the world into your living room. Call Android, iPhones, iPads and computers with Google Talk.

· Ready When You Are – Like your home phone, Biscotti is always on. No more scheduling video calls or waiting for the computer to start. Just tap the remote.

· You’re In Control – Receive calls while watching TV. You can even set Biscotti to turn on the TV and auto answer certain calls.

· Everything is Included – No computer or phone line is required. If you have Wi-Fi and an HDTV, you’re ready to go!

· Biscotti videos: Teaser Video; Lifestyle Video

Hour one: http://www.crowdcloud.com / CrowdCloud is a simple and fun way to harness the world of social media knowledge and to connect locally with what matters. CrowdCloud allows you to connect with information from around the social media world- wherever, whenever! Experience new ways to meet up with your friends by sharing your location with them. See all your friends' locations on your map at one time!

http://www.adiant.com/

Hour one: http://www.alarm.com/ Alarm.com is dedicated to delivering home and business security with the utmost in convenience, control and complete awareness for security system users. They do this by developing solutions that leverage the latest wireless, web and mobile technologies. An Alarm.com home monitoring system works around the clock to log all events, including motion activity, system arming and disarming, when doors or cabinets open or close, power failures and more. Sensors on the floor can even detect water leaks in time to save your property from flooding and irreparable damage. An Alarm.com system is so much more than an alarm - it's a valuable tool you'll use every day.

Hour one: http://checkinsave.com/ CheckinSave. This is a mobile app that allows consumers to build up redeemable points by 'checking-in' to venues (i.e. restaurants and clubs, etc.). Their check-ins get broadcasted throughout their social networks, which is great social media exposure for the venues. Referral points build up as the user's friends and followers check-in after them, which they can use to save money.

Hour one: http://www.addonchat.com/ Addon Interactivel. How would you like to run a chat room directly from your website? Tune in as we interview Chris Duerr, the inventor and CEO of Addon Interactive!

Hour one: http://www.techguy.org/ It's Wednesday Madness! In this hour, Craig and Ben are joined by Mike Cermak to answer your computer questions and discuss the latest Computer News!

Hour one: http://www.nettalk.com / netTALK. Hear how you can use this amazing device to make FREE long distance calls without the phone company!

First segment: http://www.molehillgroup.com / Michael Miller. Michael is the author of literally over a hundred books! Tonight we explore the world of Windows and Windows 8 with Michael! If time allows, we may even touch on Digital Music, and the hottest new social network, Pinterest. Should Facebook be worried? Maybe!

http://www.quepublishing.com/store/product.aspx?isbn=0789749823

Hour one: http://www.monolithic.com/ Monolithic Dome Institute. We totally believe in the "Living Green" experience and having a dome home is an amazing experience. Tune in as the President of the Monolithic Dome Institute talks about living in some of these amazing structures!

Hour one: It's Wednesday madness! In this hour, Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the latest Computer News!

Hour one: http://www.loveyourcomputer.co.uk/ Patricia Rykiel. Patricia lives in London and is a well-known computer expert, and specializes in helping people with computers in their home and home offices.

Hour one: http://www.lacie.com/us/index.htm/ LaCie. They will talk about their newest ThunderBolt products that boast some of the fastest connection speeds!

Hour one: http://www.parallels.com/ Parallels. Hear how you can run Windows and even Linux on your Macintosh natively with all of the bells and whistles that go along with these operating systems! You can run them concurrently with Mac OS X! Different modes let you run these different operating systems invisibly so you don't even have to know which OS is running at the moment! Join us!

Hour one and Hour two: http://www.hitechcrimesolutions.com/ Gregory Evans. Join Craig and Ben with the return of the world's greatest computer security expert! He continues to discuss hacking in its many forms, and how you can protect your computer from malware invasions.

Hour one: http://plustek.com/usa/products/mobile-office-series/ Plustek. They are a manufacturer of consumer, prosumer and professional imaging devices just announced the launch of its new MobileOffice D430 commercial sheet-fed high-speed document and card scanner. The D430 provides fast-scanning speed and can simultaneously scan both sides of a standard 8.5 inch by 11 inch document in 2.4 seconds!

Hour two: http://google.about.com Author Marziah Karch. Marziah is a Senior Educational Technology Analyst at Johnson County Community College and book author. Regarding the recent Google Glasses, Marziah feels that although this sounds like this is science fiction, it's actually feasible right now. The technology exists and it would just take the right interface to pull it all together. However, there may be long-term neurological implications for constantly using technology like this that should be considered. Also, does this seamless life/tech integration give too much power to a company that many fear has too much information about us already? Tune in and find out more!

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Craig and Ben as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"Adjust your thinking to make using Linux easier"
Don’t reboot after software installation
Look before you buy.
You CAN have the latest software.
You can copy, share and give away your OS and its applications -- without breaking the law.
You can use it for whatever purpose you want. There are no restrictions.
You don’t have just one choice -- if you don’t like it, change it!
Support is just a Google search away -- ask your friends in the Linux community.
Using the terminal to enter commands is NOT just for fixing things.

Links we discussed in the show:
The Going Linux resources page:
http://goinglinux.com/articles/Resources.html

Hour one: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the latest Computer News.

Both hours: http://www.ralphbond.com / It's the second Friday of the month and that means it's time for Bond... Ralph Bond joins Craig and Ben with computer news and special topics. For many years, Ralph was Intel's Consumer Education Director and he continues to be the voice of Intel for Computer America's Intel Digital Minute. Ralph is now with Autodesk and he is an official Computer America correspondent. Every second Friday of the month, Ralph joins Craig and Ben to talk about the special Technology News stories he selects.

Computer America Show Notes --- Friday, April 13 show

Friday the 13th Phobia Rooted in Ancient History

Source: Nationalgeographic.com

Story by John Roach

Some fun data about Friday the 13th

"It's been estimated that [U.S] $800 or $900 million is lost in business on this
day because people will not fly or do business they would normally do," said
Donald Dossey, founder of the Stress Management Center and Phobia Institute
in Asheville, North Carolina.

Dossey, also a folklore historian and author of Holiday Folklore, Phobias
and Fun,said fear of Friday the 13th is rooted in ancient, separate bad-luck
associations with the number 13 and the day Friday. The two unlucky entities
ultimately combined to make one super unlucky day.

Dossey traces the fear of 13 to a Norse myth about 12 gods having a dinner
party at Valhalla, their heaven. In walked the uninvited 13th guest, the
mischievous Loki. Once there, Loki arranged for Hoder, the blind god of
darkness, to shoot Balder the Beautiful, the god of joy and gladness, with a
mistletoe-tipped arrow.

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How Titanic Disaster Forever Changed Telecommunications

By Tony Hoffman

PC Magazine online, April 11, 2012

Without the tireless work of theRMS Titanic's two radio operators, the toll on that
night 100 years ago would have been far worse.

At the same time, had more effective communication procedures between ships
been in force, the tragedy might have been averted.

The Titanic's sinking spurred the passage of legislation seeking to improve
maritime communication, but as part of a larger bill that was the first to mandate
the licensing of radio stations.

That started the apportionment of the communications spectrum between
different interests that continues to this day.

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TOP 5 BEST iPad Apps Today

Source: http://www.bestipadapps2012.com/top-10-best-ipad-apps/

1.Angry Birds Space HD - Rovio Mobile Ltd.

#1 in 99 countries! Big thanks to all of the fans! ALL NEW ANGRY BIRDS GAME
FROM ROVIO -- the #1 mobile game of all time blasts off into space! After a giant
claw kidnaps their eggs, the Angry Birds chase it into a wormhole and find themselves
floating in a strange new galaxy – surrounded by space pigs! Luckily the Angry Birds
have super powers...

2. Draw Something by OMGPOP - OMGPOP

**LIMITED TIME ONLY SALE - UPGRADE TO THE AD FREE VERSION FOR ONLY
$0.99!** ***The #1 Free App, #1 Paid App and #1 Word Game in over 80 countries!***
Play the AD-FREE version of Draw Something, the most popular social drawing and

guessing game in the App Store! Experience for yourself the laugh-out-loud game your
friends are raving about! Plus u...

3.Skylanders Cloud Patrol - Activision Publishing, Inc.

SOUND THE ALARMS! THE TROLLS HAVE ESCAPED!! Join TRIGGER HAPPY and
the rest of the SKYLANDERS as they patrol the Skylands for escaped trolls! Grab your
favorite Skylander and take to the skies in your flying gunship to put those troublesome
trolls in their place – Skylanders style. The Press is loving Skylanders Cloud Patrol! -
Kotaku's "...

4. Max Payne Mobile - Rockstar Games

Max Payne, the award-winning title is now available for iOS. A fugitive undercover cop
framed for murder, hunted by cops and the mob, Max is a man with his back against
the wall, fighting a battle he cannot hope to win. Max Payne is a relentless story-driven
game about a man on the edge, fighting to clear his name while struggling to uncover
the t...

5. Pages - Apple

Pages is the most beautiful word processor you’ve ever seen on a mobile device. This
powerful app has been exclusively designed for the iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch.
Create, edit, and view documents wherever you are. Pages works with iCloud, so your
documents stay up to date on all your iOS devices — automatically. And the Retina
display on the new iPad makes everything you do in Pages even more brilliant.

Get started quickly

• Choose from 16 Apple-designed templates and styles to instantly create beautiful
letters, reports, flyers, cards, and posters

• Customize your document with the colors, fonts, and textures you like

• View and edit Pages ’09, Microsoft Word, and plain text files; easily import files from
Mail, the web, a WebDAV service, or your Mac or PC using iTunes File Sharing

• Use iCloud to start editing your document right where you left off on another iOS
device

• Drag Pages ’09, Microsoft Word, or plain text documents to icloud.com from your Mac
or PC to have them automatically appear on your iOS devices

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DARPA Seeking to Build (Friendly) Terminators

By Mark Hachman
Source: PC Magazine online

The government is looking for a few good robots. But never fear, this year's DARPA
(Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) Robotics Challenge isn't a casting
call for positronic killing machines—instead, teams are being asked to design robots
capable of driving a vehicle, using power tools to bash through walls, and even replace
a cooling pump, for a $2 million grand prize.

Up to $34 million in total will be eligible in contracts and funding, the Defense Advanced
Research Projects Agency said Tuesday.

The goal, DARPA said, is to produce a robot capable of assisting humans in dangerous
or degraded environments, using unmodified tools designed for humans.

The contest will consist of two phases: phase 1 will include a simulated virtual disaster

challenge, which will whittle the teams down to an actual disaster challenge. A second
disaster challenge will then determine the grand prize winner. The entire process could
take at least 27 months.

So what will the robot have to do? Quite a bit. For just one of the disaster challenges,
DARPA anticipates that the robot will have to:
1. Drive a utility vehicle at the site.
2. Travel dismounted across rubble.
3. Remove debris blocking an entryway.
4. Open a door and enter a building.
5. Climb an industrial ladder and traverse an industrial walkway.
6. Use a power tool to break through a concrete panel.
7. Locate and close a valve near a leaking pipe.
8. Replace a component such as a cooling pump

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PC Magazine lists the top 10 Laptops

March 16, 2012 posting on www.pcmag.com

1 Alienware M18x

$4,529 direct
(Best Deal: $4,199.00 at Dell) Packed with over-the-top components and presented in
a sharp-looking chassis complete with tricked-out lighting effects and a killer 18.4-inch

display, the Alienware M18x laptop looks intimidating and has the performance chops
that gamers crave. But it doesn't come cheap.

Type Gaming

Processor Name Intel Core
i7-2960XM

Operating System Microsoft
Windows 7 Home Premium

Processor Speed 2.7 GHz

RAM 16 GB

Weight 12.9 lb

Screen Size 18.4 inches

Screen Size Type
Widescreen

Native Resolution 1920 x
1080

Graphics Card nVidia
GeForce GTX 580M

Graphics Memory 2048

2nd Graphics Card nVidia
GeForce GTX 580M

2 MSI GT783-625US

$2,599.99 direct

3 Acer Aspire 5349-2635

4 HP Envy 17 (2012)

$1,484.99 direct

5 HP EliteBook 8560w

$1,579 direct

6 HP Folio 13

$899.99 direct

7 Samsung Series 7 (NP700Z5A-S03)

8 Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Late 2011)

$1,799 direct

9 Asus Zenbook UX31-RSL8

10 Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (Thunderbolt)

$1,299 direct

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Intel Studybook Tablet

The 7-inch Atom-powered, Windows- or Android-based ruggedized tablet targets young
learners with everything from an e-reader to a miniature physics lab.

Intel® studybook, a ruggedized and purpose-built tablet for 21st century education
provides immense micromobility and real value from an educational perspective.

The studybook includes the Intel® Learning Series Software Suite which provides
a collaborative, secure, enhanced and easy to use experience. Innovative features
such as the accelerometer, both front and rear cameras, microphone, and light sensor
support project-based inquiry and mobile learning environments.

Powerful tools to support 21st century learning

Intel® Atom™ processor

7 inch, 1024x600 capacitive multi-touch screen

Software Suite provides a collaborative, secure, and easy-to-use experience

Front and back camera with integrated audio, single speaker, and digital
microphone

Rugged, student- friendly design with micromobility

70 cm drop resistant and rounded corners for added strength and protection

Rubber port covers for water and dust resistance (IP4)

Enhanced security and theft deterrence

Up to 5.5 hours battery life

Enhanced educational features for collaborative learning

Educational software and utilities, Classroom Management

Webcam Companion - LabCam touch -optimized application for science and
mathematics

Access Management - Capabilities to set and manage student access in school
and at home

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Lenovo mid-range IdeaTab S2109 tablet unveiled, coming soon

by Adrian Diaconescu on Apr 09, 2012

Source: Androidauthority.com

The Lenovo IdeaTab S2019 is a mid-range Android-based tablet, and, even though it
doesn’t yet have an official release date or price tag next to its name, it should hit the
market soon.

With a 9.7-inch 4:3 aspect display (very similar to the one sported by Apple’s iPad),
the S2019 doesn’t have a full spec sheet officially confirmed, but it’s likely that it will be
oriented towards the mid-range market.

The IPS panel will come with 1024 x 768 resolution, while under the hood we still don’t
know much about the device.

Early rumors pointed towards either a quad-core NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor or a 1.5
GHz Krait chipset, but the guys at SlashGear are saying that the tablet will in fact be
powered by a TI OMAP proc.

Lenovo’s future slate should draw some attention with its looks, as it is set to come with
a unibody shell, a “gunmetal” finish, and an 8.9 mm (0.35 inches) profile.

Other known features include:

a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera,
a microUSB port,
microHDMI, and a microSD card slot.
The device will also feature four SRS Trumedia speakers on the back
and a battery that should last for ten hours between charges, according to
manufacturer claims (I would expect an hour or two less in day-to-day use,
though).

Finally, in terms of software, the Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 will run Android 4.0 Ice Cream
Sandwich out of the box and will offer both Google Play access and access to Lenovo’s
own app store.

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Adventure Gamers Come Out of the Woodwork to Fund Leisure Suit Larry
Remake

Monday, April 09, 2012 - by Paul Lilly

Source: Hothardware.com

The prevailing wisdom is that adventure games are dead, and maybe they really are, or
perhaps there just hasn't been anything to get excited about in a long, long time. Like a
new Leisure Suit Larry game.

You're probably thinking, "Been there, tried that, and the new Larry games stink," a fair
assessment, but it's also worth mentioning that Larry creator Al Lowe and his original
team of programmers and writers were in no way involved with those titles.

However, they are involved with a Leisure Suit Larry remake that will sport brand
new graphics and updated humor, provided they can raise enough funds.

In just one week, Al Lowe and company have raised nearly half the requested $500,000
funds on KickStarter needed to remake Leisure Suit Larry.

Backers can pledge as much or as little as they want, and a pledge of just $15 ensures
that you'll receive a copy of the game via Steam or DRM free download, whichever you
prefer.

Plans for the remade game include a modern point-and-click/touchscreen interface, the
freedom to play on mobile devices, fully voiced characters, updated graphics, and more
humor than the original.

And if the game sells well, Al Lowe said he's committed to making a brand new Larry
game.

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Acer Announces Portable C120 LED Pico Projector
Monday, April 09, 2012 - by Seth Colaner

Source: Hothardware.com

Acer’s new ultraportable pico projector is indeed a pocket-sized device at just 4.72 x
3.23 x 1 inches (WxDxH), and it weighs less than half a pound.

Designed as a companion for a notebook, the little guy can run off of a USB port (with
support for USB 3.0) for convenience or from AC power when a brighter display is
required.

Any Acer notebook power adapter can also power the C120, which is a nice touch.

The projector’s native display is 16:9 WVGA (854x480), with a maximum resolution of
16:10 QXGA (1280x800).

The projection throw ranges from 15.75 inches to 12.14 feet.

The LED lamp is rated for 20,000 hours and can fire up right away to avoid that
awkward pause while you wait for the projector to ramp up.

For $259, you can have the C120 and its one-year warranty

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Self-Repairing Film In The Pipeline For Touch Panels
Monday, April 09, 2012 - by Ray Willington

Source: Hothardware.com

Gorilla Glass is great, but it's not flawless, and it's still possible to damage and crack.

But what if electronics could repair themselves?

It sounds like a pipe dream, and indeed it is, but it may not be as far-fetched as you
think.

Toray Advanced Film Co. will reportedly begin to sell a self-curing coat film, which is
said to be able to "self-repair small scratches in earnest."

So far, the company has supplied the film to a number of smaller applications, and
evidently things have turned out so well that commercial production is in the pipeline.

It seems that touch panels are first in line, and considering how many scuffs we've
seen on our own phones around here, it makes sense to aim here first.

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Eurocom Uncages Panther 4.0 with Eight Core Xeon Processor
Friday, April 06, 2012 - by Paul Lilly

Source: Hothardware.com

Eurocom's new Panther 4.0 mobile workstation is SUPER EXTREME LAPTOP

a 17.3-inch notebook that packs up to an eight-core Intel Xeon E5 2690 processor (or
six-core 3960X if you're not down with Xeon) and up to two GeForce GTX 580M GPUs
or Quadro 5010M graphics chips.

It's also only the beginning. Depending on how deep your pockets run, you can feed the
Panther 4.0 up to 32GB of DDR3-1600 RAM and as many as four storage drives.

All the trimmings are included as well, such as USB 3.0 (three ports), a pair of USB 2.0
ports, DisplayPort, Firewire, eSATA, HDMI 1.4a output with HDCP, S/PDIF output, GbE
LAN, illuminated keyboard, and more.

Minimum configuration unit costs: $3,490.

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Report: A Quarter Of Global Homes Have Wi-Fi
Friday, April 06, 2012 - by Ray Willington

Source: Hothardware.com

According to new research from Strategy Analytics, around 439 million homes around

the globe have a Wi-Fi base station installed, which is right around 25 percent of all
homes in the world.

Not surprisingly, South Korea has the highest Wi-Fi household penetration; that country
also has the most amount of broadband users.

The UK, France and Germany are also way up there; in those nations, over 70% of
households have a Wi-Fi network.
In America, around 61% of homes have a Wi-Fi network.

Looking forward a bit, the entity suggests that by 2016, the total worldwide number of
Wi-Fi households will swell to around 800 million homes, reaching a penetration rate of
around 42%.

The report notes that most of that growth will come from China, who will add another
110 million Wi-Fi homes by 2016.

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Estimated 1 Million Pay-TV Users Cut Cord for Web in 2011
Source; Bloomberg news
Anthony Palazzo

More than 1 million U.S. pay- television customers dropped subscriptions in 2011,
prompted by a flood of films and TV shows available online at services likeNetflix Inc.,
according to a research report.

About 2.65 million subscribers to traditional cable or satellite TV service have canceled
since 2008 to rely solely on Web-based choices, according to the estimate yesterday
from Toronto-based Convergence Consulting Group Ltd.

The dropouts include an estimated 1.05 million in 2011.

The pace of defections may slow this year as content owners tighten online access to
shows and prices increase

The researcher estimates about 930,000 customers will cut the cord this year, for a total
of 3.58 million by the end of 2012.

That equates to about 3.6 percent of subscribers.

To contact the reporter on this story: Anthony Palazzo in Los Angeles at
apalazzo@bloomberg.net

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Amazon Instant Video Comes To Sony's PlayStation 3
Thursday, April 05, 2012 - by Ray Willington

Source: Hothardware.com

Sony has constantly hawked the PlayStation 3 as being not only a gaming system, but
also an entertainment system.

First, there was Blu-ray support and DLNA media streaming, and now there's yet
another reason to just stay home this weekend and cuddle with your PS3: Amazon's
Instant Video is now available on the PS3

This makes the PS3 system the first and only video game console system to offer
Amazon Instant Video.

Customers can access Amazon Instant Video on their PlayStation 3 system for free by
installing the Amazon Instant Video app directly from the TV/Video Services category on
the XMB (XrossMediaBar).

The Amazon Instant Video app can also be found in the PlayStation Store, under the
Media & Apps category.

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Stealth.com Unveils Intel Core-Based Mini PC
Tuesday, April 03, 2012 - by Seth Colaner

Source: Hothardware.com

Stealth.com is pumped about its latest mini PC, calling it “the most powerful and

advanced small form PC we have offered to date.”

There’s a case to be made there, as the tiny LPC-680 LittlePC (6.5 x 6 x 2 inches)
supports Intel Core i3/i5/i7 Sandy Bridge processors and sports 8GB of DDR3 memory,
and a 2.5-inch 750GB HDD or SSD.

The machine doesn’t lack in the I/O department with two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0
ports, DVI-I, DisplayPort, Gigabit LAN, optional WiFi 802.11n, RS232, and audio in/out
jacks.

Somehow, Stealth.com also squeezed in a slim optical drive, which comes stock as a
DVD/CD-RW drive but can be upgraded to a Blu-ray burner.

For power, the LPC-680 LittlePC has an included 20VDC adapter, but it can also run off
of an external 12 to 20VDC power source.

All that pocket-sized power won't come cheap, though; configurations of the new mini
PC start at $1,495.

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Gameloft and Classic Media Bring Where's Wally Now? to Android Smartphones
& Tablets

Source; cedailynews.com

Gameloft, announce the release of Where's Wally Now?™ for Android smartphones &
tablets.

Based on the publishing phenomenon, Where's Wally Now? allows fans of the elusive
world traveller to enter scenes from of the acclaimed book on their mobile phones,
enabling them to find Wally anytime, anywhere.

Putting players search-and-find skills to the test, each level provides a challenging
variety of searchable content, opportunities to unlock bonus content and never before
seen mini-games featuring Wally and his friends.

With a new adventure at every turn, Wally blends into crowds throughout time from the
Stone Age to the Future, leading players to ask - where IS Wally now?

"Where's Wally Now?" is now available for Android smartphones, tablets and feature
phones.

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Pen-sized Scanner Scans a Full Page in 4 Seconds–Stores Thousands of Images
up to 600 dpi

April 9, 2012 – PlanOn System Solutions Inc. announced today ScanStik, the world’s
smallest full page color scanner.

Pen-sized, fast and easy to use, ScanStik is the most compact, sleek designed full page

color scanner available on the market.

It’s perfect for scanning on the go, at work, home, or school – an “Office in a Pocket.”

Unlike other pen-sized scanners that only scan a line at a time, the light-weight
ScanStik scans the whole page at once just like a flat-bed scanner, but without the bulk.

For even more convenience, ScanStik also features a MicroSD memory slot that holds
thousands of image scans from 150 to 600 dpi resolution in color or black and white.

ScanStik Features:

Resolution:150, 300, & 600 DPI

Scan: 24-bit Color JPG, B&W

Battery: Re-chargeable Lithium Polymer (charges through USB slot)

Platforms: Windows XP, Vista, 7 32/64 and MacOSX

Priced at $159.99, ScanStik is available immediately from PlanOn and leading retailers.

For more information, see http://planon.com/scanstik.php or www.planon.com

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Economy Has Powerful Impact on Online Casual Gaming Behavior
Source: Bizjournals.com

ArcadeWeb, a where casual gamers play for free released key findings from a national
survey of its online gamers.

Recently conducted among 1,435 casual, tournament players at its site, the survey
was specifically designed to provide insight into how the current economy is impacting
diverse aspects of casual gamers' behavior

Bad Economy Increasing Time Spent Gaming

The majority (53%) of gamers surveyed report that current economic conditions
are directly impacting their gaming habits, with 66% (of that majority) reporting
that the economy has led them to spend more time with online gaming in general.

The site's casual gamers were polled on why they're playing more now, and the
top three reasons were:

1) stress relief (32%), 2) it's free, fun entertainment (29%), and 3) because
free

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Spotify Play Button Adds Music Streaming to Websites, Blogs

By Chloe Albanesius
PC Magazine online
April 11, 2012

Spotify on Wednesday unveiled the "Play" button, which will allow Spotify content to be
added to third-party sites.

Much like websites can add Facebook content to their sites via special widgets,
the Spotify Play Button will also allow blogs, websites, and other social networks to add
Spotify playlists or songs.

Partners include Tumblr and Facebook, as well as magazines like People,
Entertainment Weekly, Rolling Stone, and Time Out.

Spotify said the Play Button is intended to address "fragmented music streaming on
the Web," including the inability to listen to music at the point of discovery, poor audio
quality, distracting pop-ups ads, and the lack of a freely available tool for bloggers to
embed legal music streams.

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Report: New Apple iMacs with Ivy Bridge Chips Coming in June

By Damon Poeter
Source: PC Magazine online

Apple's next update to its iMac lineup could arrive in June and the new desktop
computers could sport Intel's next-generation processors code named Ivy Bridge, if the
rumor mill is to be believed.

The Economic Daily News of China reported earlier this week that unnamed supply
chain sources are pointing to the June arrival of new iMacs with "minimal changes
in the design" from last year's iMac offering and using new Intel Core i5 and Core i7
chips, according to media reports.

From Wikipedia article about Ivey Bridge:

Ivy Bridge is the codename for Intel's 22 nm die shrink of the Sandy
Bridge microarchitecture based on tri-gate ("3D") transistors.

Ivy Bridge processors will be backwards-compatible with the Sandy Bridge platform,
but might require a firmware update (vendor specific),[1][2]. Intel has released new 7-
series Panther Point chipsets with integrated USB 3.0 to complement Ivy Bridge

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iPad to Dominate Tablet Sales for Years

By Chloe Albanesius
Source: PC Magazine Online, April 10, 2012

Tablet sales are expected to almost double in 2012, thanks in large part to Apple's iPad,
according to Tuesday data from Gartner.

The expected release of Windows 8 later this year will help Microsoft move into the
tablet space with enterprise pickup, but Redmond will not see significant tablet gains in
2012, Gartner said.

Consumers snapped up about 60 million tablets in 2011, a number that is expected to
grow to 118.9 million this year, Gartner said.

About 61.4 percent of tablet purchases this year, however, will likely be for the Apple
iPad. Android tablets will probably make up 31.9 percent of tablet sales in 2012.

Gartner predicted that Apple will sell just under 100 million iPads in 2013 and about 170
million by 2016.

Android tablet sales could hit about 62 million next year and 138 million by 2016,
Gartner said.

If Windows 8 makes its debut on schedule, meanwhile, Microsoft tablets are expected
to make up 4.1 percent of tablet sales this year and 11.8 percent by 2016, Gartner said.

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Both Hours: http://greyprince.wordpress.com / It's Gamer Tuesday! Joining us once again is Grayson Hamilton. Grayson is pursuing a career in video game journalism. Tonight we talk about computer games and the latest news regarding gaming software and hardware!

Hour one: https://popartoys.com/ Popar Toys. We've come so far from the pop-up books from our childhood. Now books come to life in front of our eyes thanks to Augmented Reality technology. It's as easy as opening a paper book in front of your computer, pulling out a paddle and butterflies, trucks, planets and more come to life!

Hour one: http://www.steminnovation.com/ Stem Innovation. Tune in to hear about their newest video camera used for security. You can access is with your iPhone or iPad!

Hour one: http://stevestockman.com/ Steve Stockman, author of "How To Shoot Video That Doesn't Suck."

First Hour: http://www.techguy.org/ Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Joining Craig and Ben is our Computer America correspondent Mike Cermak, the Owner-Operator of Techguy.org.

Hour one: http://www.ifood.tv/ ifood.tv is the largest food and cooking video website.What makes ifood.tv different is focus on video recipes, quality and quantity of content which includes over 35,000 video from chefs and cook book authors, the dialogue with community, presence among multiple platforms including iphone and android apps.

Hour one: http://www.txchnologist.com/ Txchnologist. We searching for the next generation batteries that last longer, charge quickly, are inexpensive and don't deteriorate. Tune in to hear Txchnologist Editor in Chief Matt Van Dusen discuss their recent article entitled: What Do We Need From the Battery of the Future?

http://www.txchnologist.com/2012/what-do-we-need-from-the-battery-of-the-future-by-david-biello

Hour one: http://www.bluemic.com/ Blue Microphone. Building on years of repairing and improving classic Golden Age microphones and recognizing advances in digital processing, Blue fundamentally changed the way microphones are imagined. They have created a line of mics with custom-designed sonic signatures that make each Blue microphone truly unique and perfectly situated to take advantage of today's increased digital bandwidths. Or to put it simply: the perfect analog devices for the digital age.

First Hour: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the latest Computer News.

Hour one: http://www.nettalk.com/ netTALK. MagicJack is not the only little add on device that lets you make free long distance phone calls! netTALK offers a full featured phone line including Call Forwarding, Call Waiting and Caller Id, Visual Voicemail, Fax Friendly, Voicemail to Email, Conference Bridge, and has connectivity through Wi-Fi / Edge / 3G / 4G. It works with or without a computer and offers LIVE customer support on the phone!

Hour one: http://www.ajkeen.com / Columnist and Author Andrew Keen. This CNN reporter wrote a recent story entitled "How our mobiles became Frankenstein's monster." We'll talk about how we can't be without our cell phones these days and our addiction to them!

http://www.cnn.com/2012/02/28/opinion/mobile-frankenstein-keen/?hpt=hp_c1

http://www.environmentalhealthtrust.org/content/about-dr-davis

First segment: http://www.technightowl.com/ Gene Steinberg, Apple aficionado Gene Steinberg joins us to talk about all things Apple!

Hour one: http://www.molehillgroup.com/ Michael Miller. Michael is the author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Google+. We'll take a closer look at Google's move into the Social Media arena and how it stacks up against Facebook and Twitter!

Hour one: Jesse McDougal. Jesse is the author of #tweetsmart published by O'Reilly Media. Jesse talks about how to use Twitter as a way to market as well as other novel ideas!

@jsmcdougal

http://jsmcdougall.com/tweetsmart
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Hour two: John Myles White. John is the author of Machine Learning for Hackers, also by O'Reilly Media. If you're an experienced programmer interested in crunching data, Machine Learning for Hackers will get you started with machine learning—a toolkit of algorithms that enables computers to train themselves to automate useful tasks.

http://press.oreilly.com/pub/pr/2986

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Craig and Ben as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com/ ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"Finding the Right Linux Distribution"

Links we discussed in the show:
Finding the right Linux distribution for you:
Linux-chooser: http://www.linux-chooser.com/
Zegenie Studios: http://www.zegeniestudios.net/ldc
Ad-supported chooser by Jalu: http://www.selectsmart.com/FREE/select.php?client=jalucq

First segment: http://www.macworld.com/ Christopher Breen. Chris is the Senior Editor of Macworld Magazine. Chris was at the Apple event last week. Chris will talk about upcoming events as well as new products and related information.

First segment: http://tidbits.com/ TidBITS Magazine's Adam Engst joins us to discuss Apple's iPad unveiling and what the newest technology will mean to us whether or not you own an iPad!

Hour one and Hour two: Gregory Evans. Joining Craig and Ben with the return of the world's greatest computer security expert. He continues to discuss hacking in its many forms, and how you can protect your computer from malware invasions. Check out his website at:

Hour one: Sandy Berger. Sandy is our Consumer Electronics Expert Correspondent on Computer America. She talks about the latest technology gadgets and trends in the industry with us. Visit Sandy's website at: http://www.compukiss.com/

Hour one and two: It's the second Tuesday of the month and that means it's time for our Gamer Tuesday Show! Joining us this month for the first time is Scott Steinberg. Scott is an experienced game enthusiast and author of The Modern Parent's Guide series(including The Modern Parent's Guide to Kids and Video Games) and The Business Expert's Guidebook series. Scott is the CEO of the video game consulting firm TechSavvy Global who will give us his viewpoints and insight regarding Computer and set top games!

First hour: http://www.typestyler.com/ Strider Software. TypeStyler is the name of this page layout software which had been absent for nearly a decade and now returns better than ever before! TypeStyler 11 is OS X compatible and lets you create beautiful pages with very little design skills.

Hour one: http://www.ralphbond.com/ It's the second Friday of the month and that means it's time for Bond... Ralph Bond! Ralph Bond joins Craig and Ben with computer news and special topics. For many years, Ralph was Intel's Consumer Education Director and he continues to be the voice of Intel for Computer America's Intel Digital Minute. Ralph is now with Autodesk and he is an official Computer America correspondent. Every first Friday of the month, Ralph joins Craig and Ben to talk about the special Technology News stories he selects.

Hour one: http://www.hp.com/ Hewlett-Packard is scheduled to appear. The subject is their newest line of consumer scanners!

Hour one: http://www.techguy.org/ It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Joining Craig and Ben is our Computer America correspondent Mike Cermak, the Owner-Operator of Techguy.org.

First hour: http://www.netropole.com / Netropole. Hear about their Fortune 100-level data protection available for the first time for Small and Medium Business for $15 dollars per day! Netropole provides real-time data backup and system failover solution designed for all businesses, regardless of size or budget. This system provides data snapshots as frequently as every 15 minutes, backs up all data to two remote offsite data centers, and provides system restores in minutes instead of the traditional scenario of hours or days.

Hour two: http://www.microsoftbusinesshub.com / Microsoft SMB. Microsoft’s small business division has recently launched a campaign to help businesses prepare for disasters both physical and virtual. With enterprise companies locking down their networks, small businesses have increasingly become the targets of hackers.

Hour one: http://www.biscotti.com / Biscotti. Wish you could see your loved ones more often? Biscotti lets you make (free) video phone calls from your HDTV. It is a small, single device that plugs in to your TV with one cord and connects to your friends and family via Google video chat. Biscotti provides a whole-room view with built-in camera and mic, and can be programmed to turn the TV on/off to answer incoming calls. You can even make and take calls while watching TV to dish about your favorite shows in real time!

Hour two: Craig and Ben discuss the Technology News, announcements, updates and other events of the day!

Hour one: http://netsecurity.about.com About.com. Andy O'Donnell is here to discuss five must-have security apps for the iPhone.

First Hour: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the latest Computer News.

Hour One: http://shawnrohrbach.com/ Shawn Rohrbach. His newest book 'Virtual Chaos, Our Vulnerability to Cyber Crime and How to Prevent It' is set for release August 1, 2011. The focus is on teaching home and small business computer users more than just the basics of security and internet safety. It is written in clear, concise language free of intimidating technical jargon.

Hour one: http://rebit.com/ Rebit. Hear about Rebit's amazing Rebit Pro software that uses a "hybrid" of local and cloud backup and recovery, providing the highest level of protection for the professional PC user.

Hour one: Craig and Ben discuss the Technology News, announcements, updates and other events of the day!

Hour one: http://www.technightowl.com / Apple Aficionado Gene Steinberg joins Craig and Ben to talk all things Apple.

Hours one and two: http://goinglinux.com / Every third Tuesday of the month, we have an all Linux show! Joining Craig and Ben once again is Larry Bushey, the Creator and host of the "Going Linux Podcast."

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"Listening to Podcasts - gPodder"

Links we discussed in the show:

gPodder application for your computer: http://gpodder.org/
gPodder on-line podcast service: http://gpodder.net/

gPodder downloads and manages podcasts for you. Listen directly on your computer or on your mobile devices. Available for Linux, Windows, Mac OS X and some Nokia mobile devices.

BotSync http://botsync.com/

The Knightcast
http://knightwise.com

BotSync is an Android app that periodically synchronizes files with a remote server, over a wifi or cell network. When combined with gPodder, it wirelessly syncs your podcasts, music, videos and pictures from your Linux, BSD or Mac OS X computer to your Android phone or tablet. As new files/directories are created on the server, BotSync will download them to the phone. (Or capture pictures on your phone and upload them to share them from your media server.) Use it to transfer new content securely, wirelessly, and automatically.

Hour one: http://www.bostonacoustics.com/ Boston Acoustics. This company makes some of the finest speakers available to consumers. What makes a speaker system great? What should you consider before buying speakers for your home or computer system? These are just some of the questions we’ll be asking tonight. Some of the answers may surprise you! Tune in!

Hour one and Hour two: http://www.hitechcrimesolutions.com / Gregory Evans. Joining Craig and Ben with the return of the world’s greatest computer security expert. He continues to discuss hacking in its many forms, and how you can protect your computer from malware invasions.

Hour one: http://www.idwatchdog.com/ IDWatchdog. Identity theft is a major concern these days. Every time you go online, you run the risk of having all of your personal information stolen. Our guest tonight talks about IDWatchdog and how it can protect you from all the bad guys out there.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Hour one and two: It’s the second Tuesday of the month and that means it’s time for our Gamer Tuesday Show! Joining us this month is newcomer Grayson Hamilton. Grayson is an experienced game enthusiast and author who will give us his viewpoints when it come to computer and set top games!

Hour one: http://iolo.com/ iolo technologies. Tune in to hear the latest features of their newest iteration of System Mechanic! This amazing utility makes your PC run like it did when it was new! System Mechanic comprises a suite of utilities that streamline your computer’s Registry, consolidates programs and so much more! You won’t want to miss this show!

Hour one: http://wotwentwrong.com/ WotWentWrong. When things don’t work out, people deserve to know the reason why. But not everyone is capable of an explanation during a breakup, so they rely on moves like The Fadeaway or simply stop calling. People who thought the first date was awesome or saw no signs anything was wrong with the relationship can end up blaming themselves. It can cause lasting damage to someone’s self-esteem and future relationships. Closure can be hard to find on your own. In anticipation of the upcoming Valentine’s Day, WotWentWrong is the breakup app for couples who never really broke up. WotWentWrong provides a socially acceptable way to tie up the loose ends, learn from what happened and improve your dating Zen for the next relationship, no stalking required.

Hour one: http://www.compukiss.com/ Sandy Berger. Sandy is our Consumer Electronics Expert Correspondent on Computer America. She talks about the latest technology gadgets and trends in the industry with us.

Hour one: http://www.laplink.com / Laplink. Most consumers are used to their old PC’s personality and don’t know how to get their new PC set up the same way. They don’t know how to get all of their data moved over, let alone find old CDs and serial numbers to reinstall all of their applications and apply all the preferred settings. That’s where Laplink’s PCmover comes in.

http://www.laplink.com/pcmover/pcmover_betaassistant.html

Hour two: Craig and Ben discuss the Technology News, announcements, upgrades and other events of the day!

Hour one: http://www.social-engineer.com / Chris Hadnagy. Chris is a Professional Social Engineer. Chris will discuss the concept of Social Engineering and how it can be used to penetrate even the most secure installations!

http://social-engineer.org /

Hour two: Craig and Ben discuss the Technology News, announcements, upgrades and other events of the day!

First hour and a half: http://www.getrichclick.com/ Marc Ostrofsky. Mark is the Author of Get Rich Click! The Ultimate Guide to Making Money on the Internet. The title says it all.

Hour one and a half: http://www.macworld.com/ Christopher Breen, Senior Editor of Macworld Magazine talks about the upcoming Macworld event as well as products from Apple and supporting companies.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Joining Craig and Ben is our Computer America correspondent Mike Cermak, the Owner-Operator of http://www.techguy.org /.

Hour one: http://www.tely.com/ telyHD. telyHD gives consumers the freedom to share moments big and small with friends and family around the world. Unlike traditional computer-based web cameras, telyHD is designed for the living room with a wide-angle camera that zooms, pans and tilts to capture an entire room and all the participants in stunning HD video.

First segment: http://tidbits.com / TidBITS Magazine’s Publisher Adam Engst joins us tonight. Macworld was just last week and Adam has a lot of details as to what went on there including new products introduced!

Last segment: Craig and Ben discuss the Technology News, announcements, updates and other events of the day!

First hour and a half: http://www.ralphbond.com / Ralph Bond joins Craig and Ben with computer news and special topics. For many years, Ralph was Intel’s Consumer Education Director and he continues to be the voice of Intel for Computer America’s Intel Digital Minute. Ralph is now with Autodesk and he is an official Computer America correspondent. Every last Friday of the month, Ralph joins Craig and Ben to talk about the special Technology News stories he selects.

Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the Technology News, announcements, upgrades and other events of the day!

STORY 1: PCs: HP Envy 14 Spectre -- Ultrabook

Source: CES website – CNET picks for CES 2012

According to CNET: The newly announced HP Spectre is the most glass-covered laptop
we've ever seen, with it's all-glass lid and palm rest.

At a CES devoid of many eye-popping laptops, the Spectre could be the most stylish of
the bunch.

Beats Audio is included on this premium ultrabook, along with an inset analog wheel for
volume control, NFC support, and HP Wireless Audio.

The laptop starts at $1,400, making it even pricier than the 13-inch MacBook Air

Weighs 3.79 pounds

The laptop comes standard with:

• a 14-inch, 1600 x 900 Radiance Display,

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Core i5-2467M CPU, 4GB of RAM,
a nine-hour battery,
backlit keyboard,
carrying case and an NFC chip (near field communication) built into the palm rest
for transferring URLs from your phone's browser

The Spectre will go on sale in the US on February 8

Story 2: OTHER ULTRABOOKS FROM CES 2012:

Source: engadget.com, story by Daniel Cooper, Jan 14.

Acer's S5:

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three-pound, 13.3-inch lappy that'll turn on instantly, toting a sleek onyx black
magnesium-alloy cover, Thunderbolt port and an SSD for easy flinging.
Improving on the design of the S3, it's the world's thinnest Ultrabook, measuring
just 15mm and feels significantly more premium.

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Dell XPS 13:

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The company's first Ultrabook tapers from 18 to 6mm and is made from
aluminum and carbon fiber -- and with the attendant weight loss.
The entry-level unit's got a Core i5 CPU, 128GB SSD, 4GB RAM and a backlit
keyboard. It reeks of understated quality, even though it's only $1,000,

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Story 3: Software and apps: BlueStacks for Windows 8

Source: CNET top picks for CES 2012 as listed on CES website

Article by Seth Rosenblatt, Jan. 10

At the 2012 Consumer Electronic Show BlueStacks revealed a functional demo that
runs Android apps of all kinds on Windows 8.

This follows last year's debut of the software and release as a rough alpha for Windows
7, but it comes with a piece of unexpected news.

The software maker has been in talks with hardware manufacturers to ship the program
preinstalled on Windows 8.

The program will bring the entire Android marketplace to Microsoft's nascent OS.

So when Windows 8 launches, more than 400,000 Android apps will be at your
fingertips.

Story 4: CES 2012 Innovation awards products -- Category: Computer
Accessories

Source: cesweb.org

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Plantronics Calisto 835

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http://www.plantronics.com

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the Calisto® 800 Series, a multi-device SmartSpeaker phone designed
for the growing number of professionals working from home.

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The Calisto® SmartSpeaker unifies the mobile phone, landline and
PC-based softphones to make it easier to collaborate with associates
across any device.

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A 2.4” color display and a touch sensitive dial pad offers access to
caller ID, dialing, answering, switching, and muting across connected
devices.

Story 5: CES 2012 Innovation awards products – Category: Computer Hardware &
Components

Samsung SUR40

Samsung’s SUR40 table-top multi-touch display, a second generation surface display
and computer product, was designed in collaboration with Microsoft and brings people
together to connect, learn and decide.

Comments from Ross Miller in an article from theverge.com:

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Microsoft's second-generation Surface tabletop, also known as Samsung SUR40
The 40-inch multitouch LCD with Full HD, 1920 x 1080 resolution is an AMD
chipset, Windows 7, and Microsoft's PixelSense technology.
The Gorilla Glass will keep it safe — the $8,400 start rice (display only; $9,049
for the tabletop with matching stand) will keep it out of your home.

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Story 6: CES 2012 Innovation awards products – Category: Home Networking

Product called Wi3 from WiPNET

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http://www.mywi3.com

WiPNET layers a Wi-Fi and Ethernet network over the top of your coax cabling while
maintaining all TV services.

Simply replace existing TV wallplates with in-wall WiPNET ports. Each WiPNET delivers
exceptional wired and wireless access

MORE FROM THE COMPANY WEBSITE:

FAST. WiPNET is fast because it connects quickly to and is powered by what already
exists in more than 240 million American residences: coax cable.

In minutes, your home can become the fastest network on the cul-de-sac. It's also
secure and uninhibited around multiple devices.

EASY. The hole is already in your wall, just connect your coax to the WiPNET cartridge
and slide in the sleeve.

Then plug in your router, IpTV, modem, computer or whatever you use to access and
share your online world.

WiPNETs installed in other rooms are automatically configured.

RELIABLE. MoCA technology enables Ethernet signals to travel over the long-
proven and dependable coax signal, in turn enabling WiPNET to provide fast, stable
connections in up to 16 installations

MoCA stands for “Multimedia over Coax” and it facilitates home networking over
existing coax using the 1 GHz microwave band, which uses OFDM modulation.

Story 7: LaCie 2Big Thunderbolt RAID array – CES product showcased

Source: iccreatemagazine.com Jan 19 wrap up story by Stephen Ashby

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Because it’s a RAID system, speeds won’t be quite as high as the norm for
Thunderbolt (which is around 700 MB/s), but LaCie have said we can expect
around 311 MB/s, which is still three times faster than we are used to with
FireWire 800.
It will come in flavours up to 8TB, and allow for daisychaining, so you can add
more storage if necessary.
LaCie also announced a Thunderbolt Hub that includes support for eSATA
drives, which will surely please users who have a range of drives that they’d love
to connect up to their Mac.

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Story 8: Belkin Thunderbolt Express Dock – CES Product showcased

Source: iccreatemagazine.com Jan 19 wrap up story by Stephen Ashby

Until now, pretty much the only way to use the full potential of your Thunderbolt port
was to buy an Apple Thunderbolt display

Thankfully, that is set to no longer be the case when Belkin release their Thunderbolt
Dock in September of this year.

The small dock houses one FireWire 800, one HDMI, one Gigabit Ethernet, one 3.5mm
audio, one Thunderbolt and three USB ports.

The dock will reportedly cost around $299.

Story 9: Padintosh iPad case – CES product showcased

Source: iccreatemagazine.com Jan 19 wrap up story by Stephen Ashby

This stunningly simple iPad case from thumbsUp! is not only guaranteed to evoke true
feelings of nostalgia in all Apple’s fans, it will also function perfectly with the iPad 2′s
Smart Cover.

The case will be available in Q2 and clips on to the back of the iPad to perfectly mimic
the very first Macintosh computer that debuted in 1984.

It looks great, and we can’t wait to see it on the back of our iPad 2s at iCreate Towers in
the next few months – we’re suckers for nostalgia.

***I could not find pricing***

STORY 10: Blue Spark Digital Microphone for iPad or iPhone (or Mac)

Source: iccreatemagazine.com Jan 19 CES wrap up story by Stephen Ashby

Spark Digital is a microphone that will not only play nice with your iOS device, but will
sound great at the same time.

The new microphone uses the same technology inside as the Stark did when it
launched last year.

The difference here is a MicroUSB port on the bottom that allows you to connect up to
an iPad or iPhone using the Camera Connection Kit, or a Mac via a USB cable.

As with all Blue’s mics, the Spark Digital has an amazing build-quality, and a few
features that make it really stand out, including a condenser capsule that physically
contracts to catch a more specific area of sound.

It should be available in the Spring for around $200 US

See: www.bluemic.com

STORY: 11 iConnectivity™ Unveils iConnectMUSE™ Digital Audio Mixer,

Bringing Studio Grade, Professional Mixing Capabilities to iOS Devices

Everywhere

Las Vegas, NV – January 12, 2012 – iConnectivity™, forward thinking developer of
hardware accessories and applications for iPhone®, iPod touch® and iPad®, announce
its latest creation, iConnectMUSETM at CES 2012 in Las Vegas.

For musicians looking to control their unique mixes through iOS or computer software
while maintaining exceptional sound quality

iConnectMUSETM– a palm-sized personal mini-mixer that combines several music
accessories into one iOS controlled product, perfect for gigs at home or on the road.

The end result? Studio-quality analog audio converted to digital.

With iConnectMUSETM, the user will experience higher quality audio processing,
improved audio latency and the ability to share and mix audio through an iOS device,
and even charge the iOS device at the same time.

Featuring six stereo inputs and six stereo outputs, each with its own unique mix, this
ultra compact device may be small on size, but huge on functionality and features.

Additional features include two USB device ports, hub-able USB Host Port, two input
and two output ¼” audio port jacks, a headphone monitor jack, Ethernet connection for
network sharing, a MIDI pass-thru interface and limited DSP processing.

iConnectMUSETM, available Q2 of 2012, will retail for $229.99* (MSRP).

ION AUDIO INTRODUCES NEW ULTRA-PORTABLE
BLUETOOTH SPEAKER SYSTEM, ROAD ROCKER

STORY 12:

Cumberland, R.I. (Jan. 10, 2012) – ION Audio, a leader in consumer audio and entertainment
technology, introduces ROAD ROCKER, an ultra-compact speaker system for iOS devices,
microphones, instruments and other Bluetooth music players.

Stream music wirelessly from your iPad, iPhone or other Bluetooth-enabled devices

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Ultra-compact, durable design for maximum portability

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High-quality full range speaker with port for extra bass

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1/4-inch input for microphones or instruments

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1/8-inch input to amplify non-Bluetooth music players (cable included)

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Cradle for iPad, iPhone or other devices

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Rechargeable battery for up to eight hours of use

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Integrated handle for easy carrying

Price: TBD.

Availability: Later this year

STORY 13: ION ADDS THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED PAC-MAN FOR iPAD

APP TO ITS iCADE COMPATIBILITY ROSTER

Now available, PAC-MAN for iPad app now has iCADE compatibility

Cumberland, R.I. (January 10, 2012) – ION, a leader in entertainment technology, announces the
availability of NAMCO BANDAI’s world famous Pac-Man game as an app for ION’s best-selling iPad
arcade cabinet.

iCADE is a retro arcade-style wooden cabinet for iPad or iPad 2 that provides hours of gaming fun. The
Bluetooth-enabled cabinet features a full-sized joystick and eight arcade buttons allowing gamers to play
various games, the way they were intended to be played.

Price: PAC-MAN for iPad is available for $4.99 on the iTunes App Store. The iCADE has an MSRP of

$99.99 and is now available at Best Buy, Amazon.com, Kohl’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, and ionaudio.com.

Availability: Now

STORY 14: XtremeMac™ Announces 3 in 1 USB Mobile Cable, InCharge

Boost™ and InCharge Micro Boost™ at CES 2012

Keep iPod®, iPhone® and iPad® juiced at all times with new mobile charging devices

Oakdale, MN – January 11, 2012 – XtremeMac, a leading designer and manufacturer
of accessories and audio solutions for Apple devices, announced its 3 in1 USB Mobile
Cable, InCharge Boost and InCharge Micro Boost – three new convenient mobile
charging solutions.

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These new mobile charging devices provide an efficient and convenient charge
for iPad, iPhone and iPod while at home or on the go.

3 in 1 USB Mobile Cable: a USB cable that has three separate connectors
(micro USB, mini USB and Apple 30-pin) compatible with most portable devices.

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InCharge Boost: a portable 2300 mAh lithium polymer rechargeable battery
pack compatible with the iPhone, iPad and iPod. It includes a integrated 30-pin
connector to charge your device, LED status indicators, on/off switch and a USB
connector to recharge the battery.

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InCharge Micro Boost: a 500 mAh lithium polymer rechargeable battery pack
that's similar to the InCharge boost but smaller. It doesn't have the power switch
or integrated cables of its bigger brother. It has a single 30-pin connector that's
meant to charge your iPod or iPhone in a pinch.

Price: TBD

Availability: Q1

STORY 15: XtremeMac InCharge Duo Plus, InCharge X3 and InCharge X5

Unveiled at CES 2012

Powerful 10 watt multi-docks simultaneously charges any combination of iPod®,
iPhone® or iPad®

Oakdale, MN – January 10, 2012 – XtremeMac, a leading designer and manufacturer
of accessories and audio solutions for Apple devices, unveiled three new charging

docks – InCharge Duo Plus, InCharge X3 and InCharge X5.

Each multi-dock charger provides 10 watts per dock for quick and efficient simultaneous
charging any combination of iPod, iPhone or iPad – up to five at a time with InCharge
X5 charger.

XtremeMac charging stations are perfect for the individual or a whole family of Apple
devices.

Price: The X3 and X5 models are set to sell for $100 and $150.

Availability: The InCharge Duo Plus, InCharge X3 and InCharge X5 will be available in
Q1 2012.

STORY 16: CES 2012: Guitarlink Air Provides Axe to Amp or iOS Device Output
without the Wires GUITARLINK AIR from ION Audio.

Announced at CES 2012, the system connects a guitar to Mac, PC, iPad or iPhone
wirelessly.

GUITARLINK AIR allows you to play your guitar through your amplifier, computer or iOS
device without being constrained by cables.

GUITARLINK AIR's transmitter is compact and lightweight, clipping to your guitar strap
for hours of uninterupted playing.

Your guitar's output is transmitted using ION's exclusive, ultra-fast 2.4 GHz signal that is
instantly amplified by whatever you choose to connect.

Hook up to your guitar amp, Mac, PC, iPad or iPhone.

GUITARLINK AIR is a flexible system, built for performance, practice and everything in
between.

Plug directly into your amp, computer or iOS device and use headphones for quiet
practice, or connect to your iPad or iPhone and use it as the ultimate effects processor
to rock out with hundreds of apps like AmpliTube® and Garageband.

Price: No word yet

Availability: Q2

STORY 17: Griffin Technology Introduces StudioConnect and MIDIConnect for Ios

Griffin Introduces StudioConnect and MIDIConnect for iOS

Compact and portable solutions that enable musicians to create and edit music on-the-
go and at a fraction of the cost of a recording studio

Las Vegas — January 10, 2012 - Griffin Technology, one of the world’s foremost
creators of innovations for everyday life, is excited to unveil two new additions to its
lineup of music creation accessories.

MIDIConnect joins Griffin's GuitarConnect Pro in providing compact, go-anywhere input
solutions for iPad, iPhone or iPod touch.

StudioConnect is the ultimate tracking, editing and overdubbing companion for
GarageBand. The desktop unit serves as an all-in-one interface for audio, MIDI-In and
MIDI-Out as well as a charging dock for the iPad device.

StudioConnect

The multipurpose StudioConnect for iPad combines both audio and MIDI (Musical
Instrument Digital Interface) recording into one compact device that also simultaneously
charges your iPad.

StudioConnect takes recording music on the iPad to an entirely new level, giving
aspiring musicians a chance to produce professional sounding recordings.

With StudioConnect the audio in and out is simple:

• Audio In – Complete with its own gain control. Plug your instrument in through a mono
1/4" jack or plug a mixer into StudioConnect's stereo 3.5mm jack.
• Audio Out – Left and right line-level RCA plugs. Also a 3.5 mm stereo headphone
jack with its own volume knob helps monitor what's going in and out.

MIDI in and out is equally straightforward:

• MIDI In – Connect your MIDI controller through a standard 5-pin DIN MIDI-in port.
• MIDI Out – A second 5-pin DIN connector accepts a sequencer, sound module or
other MIDI gear, allowing your iPad and favorite MIDI apps to act as a MIDI controller.

MIDIConnect

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Specifically for MIDI, Griffin's MIDIConnect adds a MIDI input and output to iOS
devices.

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It's easy to use, and allows you to plug MIDI keyboards and other MIDI-capable
devices into an iPad, iPod touch or iPhone.

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Use it to play your MIDI instrument straight into GarageBand or other popular
MIDI apps.

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Both MIDI in and out ports are industry-standard 5-pin DIN connectors,
compatible with most commonly-available MIDI cables and connectors.

PRICING:

MIDIConnect will be available this spring for $79.99. StudioConnect will be available in
February for $149.99 at www.griffintechnology.com.

END OF CES WRAP UP STORIES

Story 19: Don't Get Too Attached to DVI and VGA, They're Being Phased Out

Source: hothardware.com, Saturday, January 21, 2012 - by Paul Lilly

HDMI and DisplayPort

Your PC (and maybe you) likely has a connection with DVI or VGA, a pair of interfaces
that have seemingly been around since cavemen first discovered the computer. It hasn't
actually been that long, however both are about to enter legacy status as a number of
computer vendors and display makers start shunning DVI and VGA over the the next
few years, according to In-Stat.

The future belongs to HDMI and DisplayPort, and some of you are already there,
especially if you're rocking a home theater PC. Why the shift?

According to In-Stat, DisplayPort and HDMI will run the show in 2015, while DVI and
VGA will be left sitting on the sidelines

In-Stat predicts DisplayPort will have a whopping 95 percent attach rate in notebook
PCs in 2015, which isn't as surprising as HDMI having a 94 percent attach rate in Blu-
ray players in 2013.

DisplayPort will also infiltrate tablet PCs, with In-Stat predicting over 118 million external
DisplayPort-enabled tablets shipping in 2015.

Story 20: Nike FuelBand: The Craziest Exercise-Related Gadget Your Wrist Will
Ever Wear – links wirelessly to iPhone or your PC

Source: hothardware.com - Friday, January 20, 2012 - by Ray Willington

The athletic company just announced a new wristband that tracks and measures
everyday movement to motivate and inspire people to be more active.

Designed to be worn throughout the day, the ergonomic, user-friendly NIKE+ FuelBand
uses accelerometry to provide information about different activities through movement
of the wrist via a LED dot matrix display.

Four metrics are available: Time, Calories, Steps and NikeFuel. Unlike calorie counts,
which vary based on someone's gender and body type.

The NIKE+ FuelBand displays a series of 20 LED lights that go from red-to-green as the
user gets closer to their goal.

The FuelBand syncs with the Nike+ website through a built-in USB, or wirelessly
through Bluetooth to a free iPhone app, to record activity and track progress every day.

Cost $149

STORY 21: Chegg Launches eTextbook Reader, Schools Paper-Based Books

Source: hothardware.com - Thursday, January 19, 2012 - by Ray Willington

Chegg has just launched their new eTextbook Reader, providing students with a cloud-
based service to access their eTextbooks on any connected device.

Optimized for computers and iPads, Chegg's eTextbook Reader utilizes HTML5 to
deliver a highly interactive user experience, offering access to the most relevant

textbooks on any connected device.

The eTextbook Reader was created with the student in mind to offer easy navigation,
enhanced highlighting, note taking, search and an advanced set of features including:

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Instant Definitions: Select any word or short phrase and instantly see the
dictionary and Wikipedia definition.
Always-on Q&A: Search any text and select "Ask A Question" to instantly
connect to Chegg's Homework Help service. Chegg's community of subject
matter experts answer questions, often in fewer than two hours.

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Story 22: Genius Introduces Battery Free Wireless Mouse

Source: hothardware.com -- Wednesday, January 18, 2012 - by Jennifer Johnson

Genius (Taiwan-based firm) announced a new battery-free wireless mouse that can be
recharged in just three minutes.

The new DX-ECO BlueEye Mouse will work on nearly any surface including dusted
glass and marble.

This plug and play mouse also features an ergonomic design and adjustable dpi (800/
1600 dpi).

The DX-ECO BlueEye Mouse comes with a 2.4GHz USB Pico receiver that stores
inside the DX-ECO and a microUSB recharging cable.

The mouse also features next and previous page hot keys for efficient web surfing.

Company claims up to 100,000 recharges

It costs about $40.

Story 23: Hacker Challenge: Crack Blind Quantum Computing, We Dare You

Source: PC Magazine online, Jan 20 story by Damon Poeter

Security professionals would balk at the notion of a computer code so perfectly
unbreakable that you couldn't crack it entering, exiting, or even performing its operations
on a system, but a team of scientists says they've accomplished exactly that with what's
called "blind quantum computing."

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Side note: What is a Quantum Computer? Here’s data from Wikipedia:

A quantum computer is a device for computation that makes direct use of quantum mechanical
phenomena, such as superposition and entanglement, to perform operations on data. Quantum
computers are different from digital computers based on transistors. Whereas digital computers
require data to be encoded into binary digits (bits), quantum computation utilize quantum
properties to represent data and perform operations on these data

The researchers, led by Stefanie Barz of the University of Vienna's Center for Quantum
Science and Technology, reported in Friday's issue of Science that they are able to
transmit an algorithm to a computer, run it, and receive it back even as the computer's
operator is completely unable to snoop on those operations.

Quantum computing is still highly theoretical, with experiments in the science and its
cousin, quantum cryptography, limited to laboratory settings—there are no practical
quantum computers, just experimental ones.

The basic concept is to use the odd nature of the entangled quantum bits, or qubits, that
one uses to build a quantum computer to perform computational tasks much faster and
much more securely than is possible on digital computers that use silicon transistors.

STORY 24: Consumers Snapping Up More iPads Than HP Computers

Source: PC Magazine online Jan 25

Story by Chloe Albanesius

Apple had a blockbuster fourth quarter, according to earnings stats released yesterday.
But just how good was it? If you look at the data, it appears that Apple sold more iPads
last quarter than HP sold computers – and HP is the world's top PC maker.

Apple sold 15.43 million iPads during the last quarter, up from 7.33 million during the
same quarter last year. According to Jan. 11 estimates from Gartner, HP shipped 14.7
million PCs during the same time period, for a difference of about 730,000.

Those numbers make Apple "the largest technology company in the world,"
Ticonderoga Securities analyst Brian White said in a Wednesday note to investors.

STORY 25: Report: Apple Takes Slight U.S. Smartphone Lead Over Android

Source: PC Magazine online

Story by Leslie Horn

Apple has a slight lead over Android in the U.S. smartphone market, according to
research firm Kantar Worldpanel ComTech.

Reuters is reporting that according to Kantar, Apple nabbed a 44.9 percent share in the
fourth quarter (October-December) of 2011, doubling its stake from the same period in
2010.

As Apple gained, Android lost some ground. But Android isn't far behind, with a 44.8
percent share, down from 50 percent.

Apple on Tuesday said in its earnings call that it sold a record-breaking 37.04 million
iPhones last quarter, 128 percent more than it sold a year ago.

Hour one and Hour two: http://www.hitechcrimesolutions.com / Gregory Evans. Joining Craig and Ben with the return of the world’s greatest computer security expert. Tonight he joins us to talk about hacking in its many forms, and how you can protect your computer from malware invasions.

http://www.Howtobecomeahackerin15minutes.com

First Hour: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the latest Computer News.

Hour one: Craig and Ben discuss the Technology News, announcements, upgrades and other events of the day!

Hour one: http://home.friendpay.org / FriendPay. FriendPay gives shoppers the opportunity to obtain the products they really want but either can’t afford or can’t make a top spending priority. By alerting their friends to their chosen products through Facebook, Twitter or e-mail, these shoppers can collect multiple contributions from their friends, and the friends who contribute get instant rewards themselves.

https://friendgift.com/friendpay

Hour one: http://www.neat.com / The Neat Company. Hear all this amazing little scanner that intelligently imports pages, receipts and business cards and can do them all at the same time!

http://tryneat.com/

First Segment: http://www.compukiss.com / Sandy Berger. Sandy is a printer, digital camera and consumer electronics expert. She’s just back from CES and is here to update us on all of the exciting things she’s seen.

Hour two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks, Voicemails and the latest Computer News stories!

DNA Sequencer www.lifetechnologies.com (future of medecine)
HzO Water block www.HzOinside.com OEM waterproofing – available soon. Drop your cell phone in the toilet and it keeps on working.
Samsung Galaxy NOTE – smartphone with a 5.3” screen and stylus for drawing --- cross between a smartphone and a tablet – some are calling it an Ultraphone
Powerbag – backpack, briefcase and messenger bags with built-in battery pack and charging systems http://www.mypowerbag.com /

Inexpensive tablets and ultrabooks were everywhere

SMART was the keyword of the entire show
· Smartphones – 4G—programmable like the RAZR – Dual Core – NFC (near field communications)
· Smart TVs
o Streaming
o Skype – (also offered as stand-alone add-on to a TV by Samsung and Biscotti)
o Face recognition
· Smart Appliances LG & Samsung
o Stove – download recipes
o Refrigerator – feed grocery receipt to adjust temperature
· Self-diagnosis in appliances
· Smart cars
· $20,000 Brother sewing machine

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Craig and Ben as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"gPodder - Podcast Listening"

Links we discussed in the show:

gPodder application for your computer: http://gpodder.org/
gPodder on-line podcast service: http://gpodder.net/

gPodder downloads and manages podcasts for you. Listen directly on your computer or on your mobile devices. Available for Linux, Windows, Mac OS X and some Nokia mobile devices.

BotSync http://botsync.com/

BotSync is an Android app that periodically synchronizes files with a remote server, over a wifi or cell network. When combined with gPodder, it wirelessly syncs your podcasts, music, videos and pictures from your Linux, BSD or Mac OS X computer to your Android phone or tablet. As new files/directories are created on the server, BotSync will download them to the phone. (Or capture pictures on your phone and upload them to share them from your media server.) Use it to transfer new content securely, wirelessly, and automatically.

Hour One: www.collegebookrenter.com Our goal at CBR is to make your online textbook rental experience as easy as possible. We offer a no-nonsense delivery experience and convenient three-step checkout process. And you can save up to 85% on your books by using CBR! Rent books online from the company that specializes in college textbook rentals.

Hour one: http://ezwebcalendar.com / EzWebCalendar. It's the online calendar Computer America uses to schedules its guests and show topics! Having a web-based calendar is an ideal way to keep everyone's schedule in sync and keep them informed. It could be perfect for you as well. Check it out!

Hour two: Chris Breen joins Craig and Ben to discuss Macs!

Hour one: http://www.learntoprogram.tv/ LearnToProgram.tv. Study after study and metric after metric has shown that software developers, programmers and other computer professionals will remain in high demand for the foreseeable future. This fact coupled with the pervasive nation-wide unemployment problem has led one local entrepreneur to offer a solution. Mark Lassoff founded LearnToProgram.tv to provide affordable, consistent, high quality training courses for people who want to learn computer programming, web and mobile software design. Tune in to hear Mark talk to us about learning computer programming and maybe see if this is right for you!

Computer America is out and about at the Consumer Electronic Show! We have David Perry and Sandy Berger joining us over the phone, reporting live from Show Stoppers, and they will be joined throughout the night by the big names in the tech industry. Be sure to tune in or catch the podcast for a great show! http://www.cesweb.org /

Guest List

Hour one: http://www.givebackmail.com/ GiveBackMail. Hear about a free email service that donates to charity for every email you send! You can even keep your current email address! Tune in this hour to hear all about this service that gives back!

Hour one: http://www.lojackforlaptops.com LoJack for Laptops. Given how much and often priceless information people generally keep on their laptops such as photos, videos, work, bank/credit card information and more, it has never been more important for people to protect their digital lives and personal safety through theft recovery software. Absolute, with 18+ years of experience and more than 20,000 recoveries, can provide practical insight for consumers to ensure mobile devices, and the information on them, are protected in case of theft or loss. Hear all about their newest LoJack for Laptops on tonight's show!

Hour one: http://www.caroleadamstownsend.com / Regional activist, newspaper columnist and blogger-extraordinaire Carole Adams Townsend has been writing for many years for newspapers and magazines, the debut “Southern Fried White Trash” is the first of Carole's books that takes a humorous look at a segment of American society, and what most of us see every day.

Hour two: http://www.pcmag.com / Scheduled is PCMag. Getting an ebook published takes more than just talent, marketing savvy, and a manuscript. On PCMag.com, Chandra Steele outlines the simplest and cheapest ways to get an ebook on the digital shelves of the Kindle, Nook, iPad, Kobo, and more. Join us and Chandra on how aspiring authors can transform their manuscripts and dreams into a reality that will actually reach an audience.

We're back! Hope everyone had a great holiday, and is ready for another great year with even greater Computer America shows.

Hour one: http://www.carbonite.com/en / Carbonite. The cloud is becoming more and more powerful in the backup community, mainly due to a growing familiarity among consumers, and is a much cheaper option than an external hard drive that is five times the cost without all of the safety features. Tom Murray, Vice President of Marketing at Carbonite, is here to further discuss the trend of the cloud vs. external hard drives, and how external hard drives are quickly becoming extinct, just like CDs/DVDs and USBs.

It’s our very last show of the year! Joining us will be Ed Johnson from G Data to help us ring in the New Year! Also scheduled to appear are numerous Computer America Correspondents to wish everyone well! Also a representative from NORAD will be joining us as they track Santa’s sleigh ride across the North Pole as well as here in the U.S. We may have some other surprise guests joining us on our Holiday show so stay tuned! Happy holidays from all of us here at Computer America!

First Hour: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the latest Computer News.

Hour two: http://gizwizbiz.squarespace.com/computer-america / Dick DeBartolo, the GizWiz and Mad Magazine's maddest writer joins us for the latest technology gadgets and wild stuff from the Internet!

Hours one and two: http://goinglinux.com / Every third Tuesday of the month, we have an all Linux show! Joining Craig and Ben once again is Larry Bushey, the Creator and host of the “Going Linux Podcast.”

Hour one: www.webwatchernow.com/free Awareness Technologies! Brad Miller, CEO of Awareness Technologies will offer additional thoughts on protecting children online from cyberbullies using WebWatcher, as well how these types of computer monitoring programs work and how parents are using them.

Hour one: http://home.cisco.com/en-us/wireless/linksys?icid=Cisco-Home-Products-HN-MM-Linksys Linksys. For this holiday season, Linksys just completed an industry survey of 1000 males and females on what gifts they were expecting for the holidays. Overwhelmingly, 96 percent are expecting some kind of wireless gear, but over half of those people had no clue if they needed to upgrade their wireless network to make sure that new device or devices would work well. Hear about all of their network products including their newest top-of-the-line wireless router!

First hour and a half: http://www.macworld.com/ Christopher Breen. The Senior Editor of Macworld Magazine talks about all things Apple including IOS5, the iPhone 4S and holiday news!

First Segment: http://www.compukiss.com / Sandy Berger. Sandy is a printer and digital camera expert and writes for Hardware Secrets.

Second Segment: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks, Voicemails and the latest Computer News stories!

1. iPad

2. Amazon Kindle Fire (alternate Barnes & Noble Nook)

3. Amazon Kindle E-reader

4. Canon T3i camera - best-priced SLR for the features

5. Bu-ray Players (Panasonic 210 - top rated) and Blu-ray Disks

6. Microsoft Xbox 360, Sony PlayStation 3, Nintendo Wii, Wii Fit and games like Call of Duty

7. Headsets -- Jawbone and Plantronics Bluetooth - most popular Beats by Dr. Dre headphones

8. LeapPad tablet for kids

9. iSkins & other device personalization options

Hours one and two: http://www.ign.com / It’s our Gamer Tuesday show! Joining us is IGN.com. Colin Campbell is the head of IGN’s News and Features and is our featured correspondent. He will talk about the hottest games and products for the holidays!

action adventures

Batman: Arkham City

Uncharted 3: Drake's deception

infinity blade 2

Saints row the third

deus ex human revolution

role playing

The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim

The Legend of Zelda: Skyard Sword

Dark Souls

puzzles

Portal 2

Minecraft

Pushmo

shooters

Gears of War 3

Battlefield 3

Modern Warfare 3

platformers

Super Mario 3D Land

Rayman Origins

sonic generations

sports and fighting

FIFA 12

Forza 4

mortal kombat

Both hours: www.pcworld.com PC World now joins Computer America! Tune in to hear Steve Fox, Editorial Director of PC World talk about the latest news stories in the Computer and Technology world! Tonight, we continue our focus on holiday technology gifts!

First Hour: http://www.stclairsoft.com / St. Clair Software. Jon Gotow joins us to talk about the latest iteration of Default Folder. This amazing utility should be on every Macintosh out there!

http://www.productivemacs.com / 85% off of the Productive Mac bundle. Get three friends to buy it as well, and you will get a refund for the purchase price as well! Offer ends December 19th!

First Hour: http://deskew.com Scorecerer 5.6 for iPad lets musicians quickly load sheet music, effortlessly organize songs into set lists and seamlessly add handwritten notations and highlights. It also handles PDF conversions with ease and automatically turns pages instantly, so there’s no need to miss a beat. Through the app’s sophisticated use of MIDI, moreover, keyboard players can load songs and change pages directly from their MIDI-compatible instrument. They can also change the sounds on their keyboards or their digital audio workstation software.

First Hour: http://www.opera.com/ Opera. Opera Software has always strived to develop the fastest and technologically most advanced browsers. As a result, the Opera browser is the choice of some of the world’s most demanding and knowledgeable users. At the same time, when the powerful compression technology in the full browser is applied to the Opera Mini browser, the Web is accessible on even the simplest handsets, with small screens and limited memory.

First segment: http://www.logitech.com/alert/digital-video-security-system Logitech. Did you know that Logitech offers a line of security video cameras that use the Internet to monitor your home and office? Tune in to hear about their line of Alert indoor and outdoor security cameras as well as their security services that work with them!

Hours one and two: http://www.ralphbond.com / Ralph Bond joins Craig and Ben with computer news and special topics. For many years, Ralph was Intel’s Consumer Education Director and he continues to be the voice of Intel for Computer America’s Intel Digital Minute. Ralph is now with Autodesk and he is an official Computer America correspondent. Every first Friday of the month, Ralph joins Craig and Ben to talk about the special Technology News stories he selects.

Verbatim: 2nd Generation Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard
Available at: RadioShack, Amazon, Airport Wireless, B&H Photo, CDW and Fry’s
Electronics
Prices: $79.99
Website: www.Verbatim.com

Iconosys: Black Flyday
Available at: Android Market, Iconosys.com, BlackFlyday.com, Payloadz.com.
Price: Free until Black Friday and $9.99 thereafter
Website: www.blackflyday.com

XtremeMac: Luna Voyager II
Available at: Best Buy and XtremeMac.com
Price: $69.99
Website: www.XtremeMac.com

XtremeMac: Soma Stand
Available at: XtremeMac.com
Price: $99.99
Website: www.XtremeMac.com

XtremeMac: Tango Bar
Available at: Apple.com and XtremeMac.com
Price: $99.99
Website: www.XtremeMac.com

Mimo Introduces Capacitive Touchpanel-Based "Magic Touch" USB Monitor
The standard Mimo Magic Touch is priced at $299.99, and the Mimo Magic Touch
Deluxe is priced at $329.99.

Hour one: http://stevestockman.com/ Steve Stockman. Steve joins us again to talk about the all important holiday footage that has the power to sway us, or bore us to tears. Tune in for tips, tricks, and hints at how to "Shoot Video That Doesn't Suck"!

First Hour: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the latest Computer News.

First segment: http://www.tidbits.com / Scheduled is the Publisher of Tidbits. Adam Engst joins us for the latest holiday stories and news regarding Apple and the Macintosh!

Both hours: http://www.pcworld.com / PC World now joins Computer America! Tune in to hear Steve Fox, Editorial Director of PC World talk about the latest news stories in the Computer and Technology world! Tonight, we focus on holiday technology gifts!

Siri Dictation Comes to Older iPhones; Only Jailbreakers Invited to the Party
http://www.pcworld.com/article/245061/siri_dictation_comes_to_older_iphones_only_jailbreakers_invited_to_the_party.html

Ice Cream Sandwich OS Available for (Some) U.S. Android Phones
http://www.pcworld.com/article/245026/ice_cream_sandwich_os_available_for_some_us_android_phones.html

How to Install the Android Market on Your Kindle Fire
http://www.pcworld.com/article/244474/how_to_install_the_android_market_on_your_kindle_fire.html

A wild bit of tracking software with frightening implications
Some Malls Tracking Shoppers Through Their Cell Phones This Holiday Season
http://www.pcworld.com/article/244859/some_malls_tracking_shoppers_through_their_cell_phones_this_holiday_season.html

Gigabyte Introduces Tablet-Laptop-Desktop Hybrid PC
http://www.pcworld.com/article/245032/gigabyte_introduces_tabletlaptopdesktop_hybrid_pc.html

End of the line for Sprint’s Unlimited Data Plan, which they’ve promoted heavily
Sprint's Unlimited Data Smartphone Plan Expected to End Soon
http://www.pcworld.com/article/245028/sprints_unlimited_data_smartphone_plan_expected_to_end_soon.html

Record Cyber Monday Hinted by Strong Black Friday

http://www.pcworld.com/article/245019/record_cyber_monday_hinted_by_strong_black_friday.html

Hours one and two: http://www.ralphbond.com / Ralph Bond joins Craig and Ben with computer news and special topics. For many years, Ralph was Intel’s Consumer Education Director and he continues to be the voice of Intel for Computer America’s Intel Digital Minute. Ralph is now with Autodesk and he is an official Computer America correspondent. Every second Friday of the month, Ralph joins Craig and Ben to talk about the special Technology News stories he selects. However this last Friday was Veteran’s Day so Ralph appears with us tonight!

Alesis: iO Dock
Available at: alesis.com Price: $399 Website: http://www.alesis.com/iodock/

Antec: soundscience halo 6 LED bias lighting kit™
Available at: Antec’s online store: http://store.antec.com , Staples Retail Stores, Staples.com Price: $ 12.95 Website: www.soundscienceaudio.com

Bracketron: Universal Tablet Headrest Mount
Available at: Bracketron.com Price: $39.95 Website: http://www.bracketron.com/

Vogel’s: RingO Car Mount
Available at: Apple Stores, Apple.com, Authorized Apple Resellers Price: $99.99
Website: http://www.tabletonthewall.com/

Desk Pets: TankBot
Available at: Toys R’ Us and Radio Shack Price: $24.99 Website:
http://www.MyDeskPets.com/

Elgato: HDHomeRun
Available at: Apple stores & Elgato.com Price: $179.95 Website: http://www.Elgato.com/

Elgato: Video Capture
Available at: Apple Store, Amazon, Walmart.com & full list of retailers located here Price: $99.95 Website: http://www.elgato.com/

Griffin: Beacon™ Universal Remote Control System
Available at: Apple Stores Price: $79.99 Website: http://www.GriffinTechnology.com/

REV360 for iPad & iPad 2
Available at: hubinnovations.com Price: $49.95 Website: http://www.hubinnovations.com/

Hercules: XPS Sound Bar USB
Available at: TBA Price: $49.99 Website: http://www.Hercules.com/

ION Audio: Piano Apprentice
Available at: Ionaudio.com Price: $99 Website: http://www.ionaudio.com/

NetSecure Technologies: SmartSwipe
Available at: Brookstone, Amazon.com, Bed Bath & Beyond, and other retailers Price: $69.99 Website and product demo: http://www.smartswipe.ca/

Samson: Q2U Recording Pack
Price: $89 Website: http://www.samsontech.com/

Scosche: freeKEY
Available at: Scosche.com Price: $59.99 Website: http://www.scosche.com/

Ten One Design: SoundClip
Available at: http://www.tenonedesign.com/ andhttp:// www.amazon.com/ Price: $7.95 Website: www.tenonedesign.com

Zoom: H1 Handy Recorder
Price: $99 Website: http://www.zoom.co.jp/

Hour one and Hour two: http://gregorydevans.com / Gregory Evans. Joining Craig and Ben with the return of the world’s greatest computer security expert. Tonight he joins us to talk about hacking in its many forms, and how you can protect your computer from malware invasions.

Hour one and Hour two: http://www.stevestockman.com/the-book / Author Steve Stockman. His book "How To Shoot Video That Doesn't Suck" tells you how to shoot really great video. Tune if for some of his best tips and tricks for the holidays!

Hours one and two: http://goinglinux.com / Every third Tuesday of the month, we have an all Linux show! Joining Craig and Ben once again is Larry Bushey, the Creator and host of the “Going Linux Podcast.”

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"The Software Center: The ‘App Store’ for Linux!"

First hour and a half: http://www.nero.com/enu / Nero. Hear about their latest Nero 11! The new Nero MediaBrowser, one of the biggest changes, gives quick access to all multimedia content. Users can intuitively organize media into collections and projects to work with them as they want. Contextual text tagging allows quick searching using keywords that make sense to each user. The browser also supports automatic face recognition in photos and videos. And there’s so much more like Nero Video 11, Nero Photo, Nero Recode 11, Nero Kwik MoveIt, Nero Kwik WiFi Sync app and Nero BackItUp 11!

Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!

First Segment: http://www.compukiss.com/sandybergerblog/ Sandy Berger. Sandy is a printer and digital camera expert and writes for Hardware Secrets.

First hour and a half: www.keyringapp.com Mobestream Media. Hear about their Key Ring app that lets you store all of your loyalty cards on your smart phone! They keep on improving the app so hear about all of the newest features.

First hour and a half: http://www.tune-up.com/ TuneUp Utilities. Is your PC becoming bogged down? Hear how this product can make your computer run faster and smoother!

First Hour: http://www.nitropdf.com / Nitro PDF. Hear about this company’s latest version of this application that is a viable alternative to Adobe’s Acrobat!

First hour and a half: http://www.eye.fi/ Eye-Fi! Hear the latest from this company that makes memory cards for your digital camera that have Wi-Fi built in!

First hour and a half: http://www.magicjack.com/plus-v04/ magicJack PLUS! Hear about this revolutionary, next-generation product from magicJack. Now you no longer need a computer to make the magicJack work. Just plug it into your Internet router and you’re all set to make free, long distance phone calls to most any phone, anywhere!

First Hour: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the latest Computer News.

First hour and a half: http://www.macworld.com/ Christopher Breen. The Senior Editor of Macworld Magazine talks about all things Apple including IOS5 and the iPhone 4S!

Both Hours: http://gregorydevans.com / Gregory Evans Joining Craig and Ben with the return of the world’s greatest computer security expert. Tonight he joins us to talk about hacking in its many forms, and how you can protect your computer from malware invasions.

First Segment: http://www.killerkeys.com / Killer Keys. KillerKeys software works with over 100 applications including the most popular, from Microsoft Office to the Adobe Master Collection, QuickBooks and even Gmail. KillerKeys senses the program that you are in, displaying the application’s shortcuts automatically.

Hours one and two: http://goinglinux.com Every third Tuesday of the month, we have an all Linux show! Joining Craig and Ben once again is Larry Bushey, the Creator and host of the “Going Linux Podcast.”

First Segment: http://www.ce.org / Author Timothy Doyle. Tim Doyle, Sr. Manager of Communications for the CEA will discuss new innovations in technology that are making it easier to live greener.

http://greenergadgets.org/

First segment: http://storageguardian.com / Storage Guardian. Complementing offsite vaulting with a local backup means, small and medium-size businesses can restore critical data at LAN speeds, eliminate tape backup, and benefit from a cost-effective strategy for offsite data backup and migration. New, local-only disk backup service offers all the features of its enterprise backup technology, including agentless operation for easy deployment and intelligent, secure data compression, and adds the additional benefits of reducing WAN bandwidth needs and fast restore of mission-critical data at LAN speeds, whenever needed

First Segment: Sandy Berger. Sandy is a printer and digital camera expert and writes for Hardware Secrets.

First segment: http://www.my-ditto.com/ my-Ditto is the perfect gift for the entire family. Keep safe all of your documents, photos, and files in one secure location, then have access from anywhere in the world to your own personal Cloud. The my-Ditto is an easy-to-set-up, easy-to-use, and easy-on-the-wallet gift that the entire family will love.

First segment: http://www.cloudmark.com/ Cloudmark is a global security leader protecting more than 1.6 billion mobile, email and social networking subscribers worldwide. They released their 2011 Mobile Spam Guide in late June. As you may know, SMS spam is a major problem in other countries, and it may soon spread to the U.S. Hear what this company is doing to help consumers like you to protect your email privacy!

First segment: AOC Monitors. http://us.aoc.com/ AOC, the worldwide leader in HD television and monitor display technology, announces two new sleek and portable monitors that receive both power and signal via a single USB cable for hassle-free connection. Convenient built-in USB ports make the monitors a perfect larger-screen companion for laptops and netbooks, while low power consumption makes them ideal for dual- and multi-monitor setups.

First segment: http://www.nuance.com / Nuance Communications. A leading provider of speech and imaging solutions, Nuance today introduced PaperPort Professional 14, the newest release of the world’s most popular scanning and document management application for Microsoft Windows.

Purchase anything, and during check out, put in the code CA50, and you will receive 50% off your entire order! Thanks Nuance!

Both hours: http://www.pcworld.com / PC World now joins Computer America on the last Friday of every month! Tune in to hear Steve Fox, Editorial Director of PCWorld talk about the latest news stories in the Computer and Technology world!

Hour one: http://www.nuvelinc.com/ Nuvel. vSOS is an emergency response smart phone app that provides you 24 hours 7 days a week emergency response in North America, South America, and Europe, through a dedicated International Emergency Response Coordination Center whenever and wherever you need it. vSOS handles every emergency including medical, personal safety, accidents, etc. Simply hold the vSOS button for 3 seconds and it automatically contacts the Emergency Response Center and sends text messages, or emails, to the 5 contacts you’ve identified in your profile. Also we’ll talk about Jay Elliot’s new book, “The Steve Jobs Way.”

Hour one: http://www.vonage.com/ Vonage. One of the leading providers of VoIP services, Vonage is here tonight to talk about the future of VoIP and telecommunications.

First segment: http://www.hardwaresecrets.com / Gabriel Torres, Editor of Hardware Secrets joins us for both hours!

First off: Happy Birthday Craig Crossman! He is 38 (again!), and he claims that that joke will never get old.

First segment: http://lenovo.com/us/en/#ss Lenovo is one of the world’s largest makers of personal computers and makes the world's most innovative PCs, including the renowned ThinkPad notebook as well as products carrying the ThinkCentre, ThinkStation, ThinkServer, IdeaCentre and IdeaPad sub-brands. Today, Lenovo is a global corporation with significant operations on six continents and operating in more than 60 countries and selling products in 160. Tune in to hear about Lenovo’s latest computers!

First hour and a half: http://www.sodahead.com/ Sodahead Tonight we have Sodahead on the show, SodaHead is the premier opinion-based community where visitors discover, debate, and discuss today's hottest issues. They share their unique views on breaking news, hot topics and controversial issues and a diverse panel of staff writers provide original and exclusive content daily.

First segment: http://www.itwin.com/ iTwin upgrade enables users to securely access, edit and share all their files and media between any two computers be it Mac or PC anywhere in the world, simply and safely, without the security risks of the cloud!

First hour and a half: Christopher Breen. http://www.macworld.com/ The Senior Editor of Macworld Magazine talks about all things Apple including IOS5 and the iPhone 5!

First hour and a half: http://www.iosafe.com/ ioSafe is the technology leader of disaster proof hardware. Since 2005, our patented technology provides unparalleled physical security protection against fire, flood and theft for thousands of homes and businesses. Like an aircraft black box, ioSafe adds physical security and protection to irreplaceable data.

First segment: Newline Software. http://3exact.com/ It’s all about making backups.. It’s not IF your hard drive will fail, it’s WHEN. And making backups in the cloud is becoming far more popular. Newline is here to talk about their cloud backup services and why it’s a lot different that the other services out there!

First hour and a half: http://www.mapmyfitness.com/ MapMyFITNESS. This is an app that uses GPS technology to map your runs, bike rides and hikes. MapMyFITNESS just announced a partnership with the San Francsico Marathon and the NYC Marathon. These apps are the first to use both GPS and RFID technology to make running mobile and social! Tune us in and don’t forget to bring your running shoes!

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Joining Craig and Ben is our Computer America correspondent Mike Cermak, the Owner-Operator of Techguy.org.

First hour and a half: http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/index.do Epson. As one of the leading manufacturers of computer printers, Epson joins us to unveil their latest multifunction printer, the brand new Artisan 837! This amazing product color prints on both sides of the page (duplexes), copies, sends faxes, scans and does it all with no physical connection. Using Wi-Fi, you can communicate with the Artisan from any computer in your home or office. The Artisan 837 is the newest model in Epson’s Artisan line.

Hour one: http://www.pressreader.com/ PressReader PressReader is the only application that lets you download, disconnect and read the world's most popular full-content newspapers on your favorite Android operated device, BlackBerry, iPad, iPhone or Smartphone.

First hour and a half: http://www.findmypetnow.com/ FindMyPetNow. It’s the first ever free web-based national registry for dog owners and they have just announced the official launch of its lost and found Service, a real-time alert Service for dog owners and their search parties who are looking for, or reuniting a lost dog. Free registration is now open. FindMyPetNow is asking all dog owners to register and help spread the word so that all communities benefit.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes!

http://www.pcworld.com/article/239253/hands_on_with_sony_tablet_s_a_tablet_that_goes_beyond_basics.html#tk.hp_new

Hour two: http://gizwizbiz.squarespace.com / Dick DeBartolo, the GizWiz and Mad Magazine's maddest writer joins us for the latest technology gadgets and wild stuff from the Internet!

First hour and a half: http://www.slimwareutilities.com/index.php SlimWare Utilities is a new, U.S.-based software company founded on the premise that cloud computing and crowd-sourced applications will revolutionize the performance of personal computers. Specifically, we provide consumers with downloadable software and services that clean, repair, update and optimize personal computers.

Last half hour: Craig and Ben sound off on tech news stories of the day.

First hour and a half: http://www.geniusnet.com/ Genius. This Taiwan-based company is introducing a line of computer consumer products in the U.S. Hear about their Ring Mouse and Pen Mouse that work in mid-air! They have a line of computer keyboards, mice and speakers. Tune in to hear all about their American debut!

Hour one: http://www.steminnovation.com/ Stem. TimeCommand puts you in charge of your sleep/wake environment with this evolutionary alarm clock music system for iPod, iPhone, and iPad. Charge and play your Apple devices - even connect and control your bedside lamp. Expand your mastery of TimeCommand with the free Stem:Connect App from iTunes. And immerse yourself in sound with Tandem high-performance speakers - the perfect match for your Apple computer. Experience Stem:Sonic iQ audio enhancement technology with these USB digital speakers, featuring a custom configured DSP-enhanced amplifier, performance-tuned, bass-reflex ports and an optimized headphone audio output profile.

Hour one: http://www.yamaha.co.jp/english/product/guitar/srt Yamaha. Amplifying the true sound of an acoustic guitar without top-notch microphones has always presented sonic challenges. Pickups that come installed on guitars are convenient to use but they only transmit the strumming of the strings, not the resonance of the body or the ambient sounds created by string vibrations. And, in a live setting, amplified acoustic guitars are prone to causing ear-splitting feedback. Audio engineers at Yamaha think they've conquered the problem with a proprietary new computer-aided modeling innovation called Studio Response Technology (S.R.T.), available in its new A Series acoustic guitars, now shipping. The pickup and preamp built into the A Series incorporates advanced Digital Signal Processing to provide mic-ed up sound quality with the help of advanced audio technology.

Hour one and Hour two: Gregory Evans. Joining Craig and Ben with the return of the world’s greatest computer security expert. Tonight he joins us to talk about hacking in its many forms, and how you can protect your computer from malware invasions.

Hours one and two: We continue our newest segment: Freebie Night with Gizmo! Tune in as we talk about the newest, hottest and most useful FREE software products to hit the planet!

Two freebies:

Free Professional Grade Training Manuals for MS Office
http://bit.ly/9pcgkT

391 Places for Free Books Online
http://bit.ly/3ASWiD

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Wi-Fi security

$150 router that hacks networks automatically
http://bit.ly/nBIbwH

Simple Way to See Who Is Connected to Your Wireless Network
http://bit.ly/raOkdn

Router default password lists
http://www.routerpasswords.com/
http://bit.ly/qBqfs1

How Long Would Your Password Take To Crack?
http://bit.ly/n9IsPM

Free Virtual Private Network (VPN)
http://hotspotshield.com/

Two computing tips:

Quick and Easy Way to Delete Internet Browser Caches, Cookies, or History
http://bit.ly/o9dcWX

Quick Way to Switch to High-Contrast Themes in Windows 7
http://bit.ly/jnCopV

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Two Interesting Free Websites

Find Out Everything That Google Knows About You
http://bit.ly/k4chwQ

Free First-Person Shooter Games
http://bit.ly/rmC1AA

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Freebie of the week

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Craig and Ben as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"5 Linux distributions (for computers you never thought would run again!)"

1. DSL (Damn Small Linux) or Digital Subscriber Line! :)
http://www.damnsmalllinux.org/
486 processor, 8 MB RAM, 50 MB disk space (can run in 128 MB RAM)
very usable, not currently being developed

2. SliTaz (Simple Light Incredible Temporary Autonomous Zone)
http://www.slitaz.org/en/get/
x86 or i486 processor, min 16 MB RAM (256 recommended), 0 disk space (can run from RAM)
very usable

3. Puppy Linux
http://www.puppylinux.com/
128 MB RAM, 0 disk space (can run from RAM)
designed for rescuing broken systems, but very usable day-to-day

4. Tiny Core Linux or Micro Core Linux
http://distro.ibiblio.org/tinycorelinux/welcome.html
i486DX processor, 48 MB RAM, 0 disk space (designed to run from RAM)
Usable but is not a complete desktop OS. Limited hardware support.

5. Basic Linux (BL3)
http://distro.ibiblio.org/pub/linux/distributions/baslinux/
Intel 386 processor, 3MB RAM, DOS
Intel 386 processor, 12MB RAM and 2 1.44 MB floppies
Designed for older laptops for web browsing, email and presentations. PCMCIA support built-in, and MagicPoint presentation software out-of-the-box.

LINKS FOR THE TOPICS WE DISCUSSED:

5 Tiniest Linux Distributions For Your Ancient Computers:
http://www.junauza.com/2011/07/5-tiniest-linux-distributions-for-your.html

Get Libre Office at http://www.libreoffice.org/download/.

Changing elevated privilege timeout in Ubuntu and Mint: http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=183418

First hour and a half: http://www.pcmag.com/ PCMag also interviewed some of the industry’s most influential leaders, including Bill Gates, Meg Whitman, Paul Otellini, Ray Kurzweil and others, to get their take on the current state of the industry. Of course the PC industry has produced some less than stellar machines in its history. The article “The 12 Biggest PC Duds Ever” looks at some of these big expensive messes, and highlights the twelve worst designs that emerged over the last 30 years. In the piece “Creating the IBM PC,” former PC Magazine Editor in Chief Michael J. Miller discusses how the PC came to be, and how crucial decisions were made.

Hour one: Craig and Ben read news stories of the day. Also learn why Ben wasn't on for Wednesday night and listen to learn who won this weeks Facebook prize!

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Gabriel Torres, Editor of Hardware Secrets joins us for both hours!

First hour and a half: Christopher Breen. http://www.macworld.com/ The Senior Editor of Macworld Magazine talks about all things Apple including Lion!

First hour and a half: http://www.insidersoftware.com/ Insider Software. It’s all about fonts! FontAgent Pro provides full control over the auto-activation process. It detects subtle differences among fonts to deliver the most accurate font activation possible. When no installed fonts match one required by a document, it provides a list of alternate available fonts with a relevancy ranking that shows how closely they match the font requested by the document so designers can choose the best font. FontAgent Pro also permits automatic activation of a preferred font format (e.g., Type 1, OpenType, TrueType) so no user intervention is required.

First hour and a half: http://www.gdatasoftware.com/ G Data. Hear all about their brand new Total Security 2012 which received a 99.6 percent detection rate by AV-Comparatives. In addition to their dual-scanning engine, the product keeps consumers protected with features like fingerprinting, silent firewall and low system load.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Joining Craig and Ben is Mike Cermak from http://www.Techguy.org/.

First hour: Bathsheba. http://www.bathsheba.com/ She is an artist exploring the region between art and mathematics. Her work is about life in three dimensions: working with symmetry and balance, getting from the origin to infinity, and always finding beauty in geometry. She says that she likes to think about shapes, and occasionally she will think of a new one, and usually they come out very symmetrical. Tune in to hear how she uses 3D printing to create some very unique sculptures.

First hour and a half: http://www.officegemini.com/ Dokmee. Hear about Dokmee 3.0 that provides offices, both large and small, with a centralized location for workers to store and manage all of their business files in an electronically accessible environment. End users can enjoy the convenience and security of accessing all of their documents, and even key email communications, without having to sort through a mess of file cabinets or hunt through a ton of unorganized files on their desktop.

First hour and a half: http://www.gdata-software.com/ G Data. Hear all about their brand new Total Security 2012 which received a 99.6 percent detection rate by AV-Comparatives. In addition to their dual-scanning engine, the product keeps consumers protected with features like fingerprinting, silent firewall and low system load.

Hour one: http://www.yfncg.com Matt Rodela is an independent computer consultant. My goal is to help people start and grow a successful Computer Repair Business by sharing what he has learn along the way.

First hour and a half: http://www.carcheckup.com/ CarCheckup. The mission of CarCheckup is to empower consumers to take full advantage of the information available from their automobiles by helping them understand their vehicle’s information system.

Hour one: http://www.social-engineer.org/ Author Chris Hadnagy aka loganWHD, has been involved with computers and technology for over 13 years. Presently his focus is on the “human” aspect of technology such as social engineering and physical security. Chris has spent time in providing training in many topics and also has had many articles published in local, national and international magazines and journals. He presently is the operations manager of Offensive Security and the lead developer of Social-Engineer.Org. He is the author of the book, Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking.

Hours one and two: http://www.techsupportalert.com / We continue our newest segment: Freebie Night with Gizmo! Tune in as we talk about the newest, hottest and most useful FREE software Products to hit the planet!

Links:

Gizmo' Freeware Website: http://www.techsupportalert.com

Free eBook #1 Google' “20 Things I learned About Browsers and the Web”: http://www.20thingsilearned.com/en-US/home

Free eBook #2 "Windows 7 Power User's Guide " http://www.lulu.com/product/ebook/the-windows-7-power-users-guide/15662737

Google Chrome Browser: http://www.google.com/chrome /

Firefox 5 Browser: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/fx /

Internet Explorer 9: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/internet-explorer/products/ie/home

How to set up a limited user account:

Vista/Win 7: http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/tutorial153.html
XP: http://www.geekstogo.com/forum/topic/290713-how-to-create-a-limited-user-account-in-windows-xp /

Sandboxie: http://www.sandboxie.com

TIP 1: Don't use delete key: http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/five-common-windows-mistakes-you-should-avoid.htm

TIP 2: Google Flight information: http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/new-way-get-air-flight-information-google-search.htm

Online Jigsaw puzzles: http://www.thejigsawpuzzles.com /

Identify source of picture: http://www.tineye.com

Freebie of the Month: BullZip PDF Printer: http://www.bullzip.com/products/pdf/info.php

Hours one and two: Every third Tuesday of the month, we have an all Linux show! Joining Craig and Ben once again is Larry Bushey, the Creator and host of the “Going Linux Podcast.”

https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/Ndiswrapper

http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1802981

Hour one: http://avatron.com Avatron Software. This productivity app turn your iPad, iPhone or MacBook into an extra wireless monitor. It is one of the top-grossing third-party apps on iTunes and adds up to 70 percent more screen space for your use. The latest version of the app even offers a video-out capability, so you can plug-in and use Air Display with a TV or projector.

Hour one: Spector Soft http://www.spectorsoft.com/ Recognizing that corporations, schools and families need to know how people are using their PCs and what they are doing on the Internet, SpectorSoft was founded to provide the first useful and intuitive recording and playback products for Windows and Mac OS based computers.

Hour one: http://www.edbegley.com/environment/ Ed Begley Jr.'s name has literally become synonymous with the living green movement. Tonight, Ed will speak on how technology has helped his environmental efforts. We'll hear which technology he uses in his cars, his home and throughout his daily life to make living green a little easier than it used to be.

Hour one: http://teamviewer.com/en/index.aspx Team Viewer connects to any PC or server around the world within a few seconds. You can remote control your partner's PC as if you were sitting right in front of it. Find out why more than 100 million users trust TeamViewer!

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Joining Craig and Ben is Mike Cermak from Techguy.org.

Hour one: http://smartfishtechnologies.com/v1/index.asp SmartFish Technologies was founded on a passion for healthier living, smart technology and true ergonomic innovation in an ever-growing electronic world. As a practicing chiropractor for many years, Smartfish president and CEO Dr. Jack Atzmon met with thousands of patients who continually complained of hand, wrist, shoulder and back pain. Through his extensive knowledge of Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI), commonly known as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dr. Atzmon began to understand that a key contributor to these ailments came from the day-to-day use of computers - specifically, repetitive and static positions while using mice and keyboards. Continuing his research of RSI and studies of computer users, Dr. Atzmon began to develop the very first ergonomic keyboard to reduce the risk of RSI for computer users. Dr. Atzmon's vision and breakthrough technology lead him to form Smartfish Technologies and launch a line of computer peripherals. With overwhelming positive response to the sleek design and true health benefits, Smartfish's patented ergonomic technology not only removes the stress of repetitive use, but also promotes healthier lifestyles for work and play.

Hour one: VIDEX CyberLock Solutions. http://www.videx.com CyberLock Electronic Locks and Smart Padlocks offer some of the best security locks in the business. Tune in to hear all about them.

Hour one: Adobe Dreamweaver. http://www.adobe.com/products/creativesuite/web.html Hear all about Adobe’s Dreamweaver, the premiere application for website development!

http://www.paultrani.com/blog /

Hour two: World IPv6 Day. http://www.worldipv6day.org / We’re running out of website addresses! We need larger numbers to accommodate all of them. IPv6 holds the answer. Our guest this hour is Owen DeLong, an IPv6 Evangelist and Director of Professional Services.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! http://yamaha.com / Joining Craig and Ben is Yamaha.

Hour one: Scheduled is Netted by The Webbys. http://netted.net/ The editors of Netted by The Webbys have identified the coolest, must-have tools that will help travelers make sure their time and money are well spent.

Hour one and Hour two: Centered Systems. We take a closer look at making backups and the importance of making backups. Second Copy is the perfect automatic backup software designed for Windows XP and above. It makes a backup of your data files to another directory, internal or external hard disk or to a computer across the network. Second Copy monitors the source files and keeps the backup updated with new or changed files. It runs in the background with no user interaction. So, once it is set up you always have a backup of your data somewhere else.

Hour one: MiMedia. http://www.mimedia.com/ With today’s much anticipated announcement from Apple about iCloud, yet another tech conglomerate will enter cloud storage industry. This comes just weeks after the launch of Amazon's Cloud Drive, but smaller, single service companies have been in the game for years now. As personal digital media collections continue to grow in size and online security becomes a greater concern, backing up is no longer just an option, it’s a must. Enter MiMedia, a first-of-its-kind online personal media platform. MiMedia allows users to store and share their entire digital media collections, then access these files from any Internet enabled location.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Joining Craig and Ben is Woody Feffer. Woody owns and operates Computer Mechanix, an on-site computer repair business. Woody is here to lend his expertise on diagnosing computer problems and answering your questions.

Hour two: Wednesday Madness continues with Woody, more of your emails, late-breaking computer news and more!

Hours one and two: Every third Tuesday of the month, we have an all Linux show! Joining Craig and Ben once again is Larry Bushey, the Creator and host of the “Going Linux Podcast.” Tonight’s topic is “Has Adobe abandoned Linux?”

Listener Bradley provided this link that inspired the topic:

http://blogs.adobe.com/open/2011/06/focusing-on-the-next-linux-client.html

The blog post references this Net Market Share OS Trend information:

Hour one: http://www.weathertrends360.com/ Weather Trends will be joining Craig and Ben in hour one. Weather Trends International (WTI) is the global leader of actionable year-ahead weather guidance for retailers, manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, agricultural firms, financial analysts and consumers worldwide.

Hour one: As Seen On TV. We all know that TV and Movies have been big factors in consumer spending. Women want Carrie Bradshaw’s shoes, guys love the Dwight Schrute Bobblehead and pop culture sensations like the Snuggie and PajamaJeans have TV to credit for their success. What if, while watching your favorite show, you could click a button on your remote and purchase an item from the show you are watching instantaneously? The technology and deals are in place to make this a reality beginning in the next few weeks with shows like The Office and The Biggest Loser being two examples of shows already on board. Another element of this breaking news on a partnership between Delivery Agent, the nation’s premiere shopping enabled programming, and TV Goods, a global leader in “As Seen On TV” industry is the ability to watch infomercials and purchase the product directly from your smartphone without making a call, visiting a website or entering credit card information.

Hour two: Adobe announced the Photoshop Touch Software Development Kit inviting developers worldwide to create mobile and tablet applications that interact with Adobe Photoshop CS5 and Photoshop CS5 Extended software, uniting the fun and interactive experience of touch devices with the power and precision of Photoshop. The Photoshop Touch SDK and a new scripting engine in Photoshop CS5 now opens the door for Android, BlackBerry Tablet OS and iOS apps to drive and interact with Photoshop on the desktop.

http://www.asseenontv.com /

http://www.tvgoodsinc.com /

http://www.deliveryagent.com /

Hours one and two: We begin our newest segment: Freebie Night with Gizmo! Tune in as we talk about the newest, hottest and most useful FREE software Products to hit the planet!

Gizmo' Freeware Website: http://www.techsupportalert.com

Microsoft Security Essentials: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security_essentials/default.aspx

Configure Windows Firewall - Win 7: http://www.pcworld.com/article/209535/how_do_i_configure_windows_firewall_in
_windows_vista_or_windows_7.html

Configure Windows Firewall - XP: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/875356

Microsoft Emergency Tool: http://connect.microsoft.com/systemsweeper

Internet Explorer 9: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/internet-explorer/products/ie/home

Firefox 4: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/fx /

Google Chrome: http://www.google.com/chrome/intl/en/make/download.html?brand=CHKZ

Opera 11: http://www.opera.com /

Five Common Windows Mistakes You Should Avoid: http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/five-common-windows-mistakes-you-should-avoid.htm

Send large files: http://min.us

Take full length snapshot of any webpage: http://urlcapt.com /

Microsoft Ice Panorama Stitcher: http://research.microsoft.com/en-us/um/redmond/groups/ivm/ICE /

Hour one: http://www.PacificT.com/ Pacific Tech. This is a one-man operation that has developed a graphing calculator for the Apple platform. Ron Avitzur joins Craig and Ben to talk about the rocky road to publishing your own software for twenty-five and how it has led to success, fame, fortune and happiness Well maybe not all of those but it is an interesting story!

Hour one: http://www.airrun.com/ AirRun. This is a new iPhone app that lets you post errand requests to local folks who will run your errands for you for a few bucks! It’s perfect for folks who are either lazy or unemployed and is a pioneer in a new generation of social media applications that enable peer-to-peer commerce or "crowd commerce" as it is sometimes called.

Hour one: http://www.gregorydevans.com/ Gregory Evans is the world's number one hacker. The ex-hacker, managed to successfully hack major companies like ATT, MCI and Sprint. He made more than one million dollars a week in the late 90's but a judge ordered him to pay back nearly 10 million dollars after serving time in prison. Now, Evans shares what he's learned in the hacking world with others to help prevent them from becoming victims. He has companies like Ligatt Security International, Am I Hacker Proof.com and Locate PC where you can learn how to protect your computer.

Hour one: http://www.belkin.com / Belkin joins us to talk about their new line of wireless routers, specifically the line of N-wireless routers. As well as all the other great products that Belkin has to offer!

Hour two: http://www.logitech.com / First half hour is for Ultimate Ears! A wireless headset that is 100% noise cancelling and has very original designs inspired by music. Second half of the hour we have another guest to talk with us about all the different tablet accessories that Logitech has jumped into the market with!

This Thursday night, we have a special guest that will be joining us for both hours. On the show, we will have Steve Stockman, author of "How To Shoot Video That Doesn't Suck." He will be able to tell you how to improve your video skills almost instantly. Be it graduation videos, special family events, or even for business purposes. We will also be giving away a great video camera on the air, so listen for Craig to announce when you should call for the camera!

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Mike Cermak joins us for the hour too!

Hour two: Wednesday Madness continues with more of your emails, late-breaking computer news and more!

Steinberg: www.steinberg.net , STEINBERG MEDIA TECHNOLOGIES

Welcome back from a long weekend! Hope that everyone had a great time and got some R&R. We have a great show for everyone tonight.

Hour one: Laplink. http://www.laplink.com / PCMover intelligently migrates your software from your old computer to your new one. Also hear about PCLock!

It’s Memorial Day weekend, no live show Please enjoy a “Best of” Computer America Show.

Hour one: United Parents. http://home.unitedparents.com . United Parents Child Protection Service is a free early-warning solution to help caring parents safeguard children from predators and bullies online, without invading their privacy. The free software, installed on a child’s computer and those shared with the rest of the family, offers parents serenity through the knowledge their children are shielded from online offenders. Social networking and instant messaging are monitored in the background and analyzed by over fifty behavioral parameters to root out potential threats. Parents don’t see their child’s online conversations, but instead receive an alert when suspicious relationships or activities are detected. They can also view a ‘big picture’ assessment of the child’s online behavior via web dashboard. Both tools provide increased opportunities to initiate conversations offline, building trust among the family.

It's Thursday night! Look forward to a great show.

Hour one: http://www.prosofteng.com. President, Gordon Bell joins us to talk about his companies product. Data Rescue 3 is the most-awarded hard drive recovery software available for Macintosh computers.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes!

We have a great show tonight for all those avid gamers or those who are looking for something new at the E3.

Hour one and two: Mike Smith, host of the MikeTechShow podcast, joins Carey for both hours as they answer listener emails and talk about the business of tech!

MikeTechShow:
http://www.MikeTechShow.com

Tech-vets podcast:
http://www.tech-vets.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

TopDeck TechStation:
http://www.HighSpeedPC.com

SuperSpeed's SuperCache 4:
http://www.superspeed.com/desktop/supercache.php

Hour one: Harry McCraken, one of the most accomplished and respected tech journalists in the business (and former editor in Chief of PC World) joins Craig and Carey this hour to discuss his views on the latest technology.

http://Technologizer.com

Hour two: David Perry, Global Education Director for Trend Micro joins Craig and Carey for the hour. The subject is malware.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes!

Hour two: Dick DeBartolo, the GizWiz and Mad Magazine's maddest writer joins us for the latest technology gadgets and wild stuff from the Internet!

Hour one: Computer Outlook Radio Show personality John Iasiuolo joins Craig and Carey for this special hour. Don’t miss it!

http://www.ComputerOutlook.com

http://www.OutlookFoundation.com

Hour two: DeepSpar. The subject of Data Recovery is this hour’s subject. If your hard drive has malfunctioned, DeepSpar just may be able to recover it.

http://www.DeepSpar.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Hour one: Bob LeVitus. Bob is a columnist for the Houston Chronicles and a Macintosh aficionado. Bob joins Craig this hour to talk about some of the newest items from Apple and other Mac related subjects.

Hour two: Ralph Bond joins Craig with more computer news and special subjects!

Hour one: Uwe Maurer, Director and Licensing & business development for Ambient Design Ldg. joins Craig this hour to discuss their ArtRage product.

http://www.ArtRage.com

Hour two: Apple aficionado Gene Steinberg joins Craig this hour to discuss all things Apple-related.

Hours one and two: Scott Moulton. Scott is a Certified Computer Forensic Specialist and Data Recovery Specialist. He joins Carey tonight to discuss the latest in data recovery tools and techniques.

http://www.MyHardDriveDied.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Send Yourself Text-Message Reminders from Oh, Don't Forget:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/227474/send_yourself_textmessage_reminders_from_oh_dont_forget.html

Overpriced Tech Gadgets Only a Crowned Head Can Afford:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/227626/overpriced_tech_gadgets_only_a_crowned_head_can_afford.html

Hour one and two: Ian 'Gizmo' Richards is the Site Coordinator of Gizmo's Freeware web-site. He joins Carey this hour to discuss the benefits and abundance of great free software (freeware) and their reviews to steer you to the best ones and compare similar products.

Gizmo's Freeware:
http://www.techsupportalert.com

9 Great Freeware Programs that Should be on Every PC:
http://www.techsupportalert.com/bestfreeware.htm

Gizmo's Freeware offers a free Security Wizard. It has been designed to help you select the best free security software for your PC based on the version of Windows that you use, your technical computer skills and your general level of security risk. This wizard is provided free as a community service and we do not collect any private information about you or your computer.
http://www.techsupportalert.com/SecWiz

Best Free Online Backup Sites:
http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/best-free-online-backup-sites.htm

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Carey (Craig is away this week) as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
'A new look for Linux'

LINKS FOR THE TOPICS WE DISCUSSED:
Gnome 3 - a way to use an operating system:
http://www.gnome.org/gnome-3

Ubuntu’s Unity user interface meets with mixed reviews:
Linux Journal article:
http://tinyurl.com/3el7ecj

Ubuntu screen shots: (half-way down the page)
http://www.ubuntu.com/ubuntu/features

Compiling on Slax:
http://www.slax.org/forum.php?action=view&parentID=12003

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Copyright Group to Sue 23,000 People this Week:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/227500/copyright_group_to_sue_23000_people_this_week.html

Microsoft Announces $8.5 Billion Skype Acquisition:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/227582/microsoft_announces_85_billion_skype_acquisition.html

Microsoft, Skype Deal: A Consumer FAQ:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/227505/microsoft_skype_deal_a_consumer_faq.html

Hour one: Nick Skrepetos, founder of SUPERAntiSpyware.com, joins Carey this hour to discuss what sets SUPERAntiSpyware apart from other anti-spyware solutions and a sneak peek into the next version(version 5) of SUPERAntiSpyware due out next month. A fun and informative interview you DON'T want to miss! Also, a special discount is offered for Computer America listeners using the link below!

Save 50% on the LIFETIME version of SUPERAntiSpyware that you can install on up to THREE PC's! Normally $39.95, but for Computer America listeners, use the link below and pay just $19.95 and never have to buy an anti-malware product again!
http://www.superantispyware.com/superantispyware_computeramerica.html

Hour two: iTwin. Brian Chamberlain is with iTwin Global Marketing and joins Carey tonight to discuss how iTwin makes it super simple to have access to your data, located on your own computer, from anywhere in the world. No need to remember IP address, set static IPs, use dynamic names, configure port forwarding or install any complicated software that requires technical configuring! It's really that easy and VERY, VERY SECURE!

http://www.iTwin.com

Hour one and two: Mike Smith, host of the MikeTechShow podcast, joins Carey for both hours as they answer listener emails and talk about the business of tech!

MikeTechShow:
http://www.MikeTechShow.com

Tech-vets podcast:
http://www.tech-vets.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

ComboFix:
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/combofix/how-to-use-combofix

Microsoft's On-Demand Safety Scanner:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx

CCEnhancer - A Free Plug-In for CCleaner:
http://ccenhancer.en.softonic.com

Download Windows 7 Recovery Discs:
http://neosmart.net/blog/2009/windows-7-system-repair-discs

Free Drive Imaging Programs Evaluated:
http://www.techsupportalert.com/best-free-drive-imaging-program.htm

Hour one: SlimWare Utilties. Chris Cope, CEO of SlimWare Utilities, joins Carey this hour to discuss their free driver update software as well as other free and paid Windows-based utility software they offer.

http://www.SlimWareUtilities.com

Hour two: Carey solos this hour with the latest in technology news and freeware updates. LastPass, the free password entry program, gets hacked!

Links discussed during this episode include:

LastPass Alerts Users About Potential Master Password Breach:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/227288/lastpass_alerts_users_about_potential_master_password_breach.html#tk.hp_new

PC World Exclusive: LastPass CEO Explains Possible Hack:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/227268/exclusive_lastpass_ceo_explains_possible_hack.html#tk.hp_new

11 Free Microsoft Tools You're Overlooking:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/227178/11_free_microsoft_tools_youre_overlooking.html#tk.hp_fv

Drive SnapShot software:
http://www.drivesnapshot.de/en

Koutech IO-PEU230 Dual Channel SuperSpeed USB 3.0 PCI Express Card with 15-pin SATA Power Connector (USB 3.0 add-on card that Carey just purchased):
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16815201031

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Mike Cermak joins us in this hour!

http://www.TechGuy.org

Hour two: $300 Data Recovery. Brian Cometa offers hard drive data recovery services for a flat rate of just $300! While most data recovery services are typically over $1000, we find out just how Brian can offer this service at such a discount.

http://www.300DollarDataRecovery.com

Other links discussed during tonight's episode include:

Ninja Hard Drive Cloner:
http://www.hdd.ji2.com/products/hard_drive_duplicator_ninja.html

DeepSpar Disk Imager:
http://www.deepspar.com/products-ds-disk-imager3.html

PC3000 Data Recovery Tool:
http://www.PC3000.com

Salvation Data:
http://www.SalvationData.com

Hour one: Rent-a-Geek. Keith Schiehl, President of Rent-A-Geek, joins Carey this hour. Rent-a-Geek offers computer repair services around the world and can fix most computer problem remotely! In this hour, Keith offers Carey a spyware and malware cleanup challenge. Within just 30 minutes, can Carey log in remotely to an infected computer and completely clean it of all threats? Listen to this show to find out!

http://www.RentaGeek.com

Hour two: Paragon Software. Tom Fedro, President of Paragon Software Group, and Jim Thomas, the Director of Technical Services for Paragon Software, join Carey this hour to discuss their system utility, rescue, hard drive alignment and backup software, much of which is offered FREE!

http://www.paragon-software.com

Free software offered by Paragon:
http://www.paragon-software.com/free

Full review of Paragon's Hard Disk Manager Suite 2011 by PC Magazine:
http://tinyurl.com/6x2vjww

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Hitman Pro:
http://www.surfright.nl/en

MalwareBytes:
http://www.MalwareBytes.org

Hour one: Carey solo's this hour with the latest in technology news and information on hard disk drive partition alignment and why it's so important for Windows XP users.

Hour two: Soundmatters. Lee Adams is the vice president of sales and marketing for Soundmatters, creator of the FoxL. Carey has never heard a speaker this small, sound so BIG! And it has wireless bluetooth capabilities to not only play music from your iPhone, iPad or other bluetooth device, but also has a built-in microphone and works as the best bluetooth speaker phone you've ever heard!

http://www.soundmatters.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

10 Biggest High-Tech Cover-Ups: Shut Up and Act Like Nothing's Wrong:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/226882/10_biggest_hightech_coverups_shut_up_and_act_like_nothings_wrong.html

Osama Bin Laden's Small Town Hideout Gets Google Maps Treatment:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/226817/osama_bin_ladens_small_town_hideout_gets_google_maps_treatment.html

Hour one: Siber Systems. Melissa Barker is a social media marketing specialist and she joins Carey tonight to discuss the latest version of Roboform, Roboform2Go, the new Roboform Everywhere and Goodsync.

http://www.RoboForm.com

RoboForm on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Robofrom
RoboForm on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/RoboForm

GoodSync on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Goodsync
GoodSync on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/GoodSync

Hour two: It's the latest news on computers and technology along with discussion of some great new freeware Carey stumbled upon and your phone calls!

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Little Registry Cleaner (Free and open source, works with XP, Vista and 7 32 or 64-bit):
http://www.little-apps.org/lilregcleaner/index.html

Free Drive Imaging Programs Evaluated:
http://www.techsupportalert.com/best-free-drive-imaging-program.htm

Ninja Hardware Drive Duplicator:
http://www.hdd.ji2.com/products/hard_drive_duplicator_ninja.html

DeepSpar Disk Imager (hardware device that also does data recovery):
http://www.deepspar.com/products-ds-disk-imager.html

New version of Java released today - Verson 6 Update 25:
http://www.Java.com

OCZ Vertex 2 SSD Drives (voted Best of the Best by Maximum PC Magazine) Available at NewEgg:
http://tinyurl.com/4bvsblm

Hour one: Acer. Wait until you see and hear about Acer’s new Iconia line of computers. The laptop has TWO screens! The keyboard is virtual and can be replaced with other visual information!

http://us.acer.com/ac/en/US/content/iconia

Hour two: PCMagazine. PCMag.com has released this year’s list of the best free software, 208 products in every software category that are available free and often work as well or better than the expensive options.

Hour one and two: It's Wednesday Madness! Joining us for both hours tonight is the editor-in-chief of HardwareSecrets.com, Gabriel Torres. Gabriel loves power supplies and tells us what to look for in a good power supply and why, as well as other reviews, articles and tutorials covered regularly at his web-site. Gabriel says they are always looking for reviewers, so if you're a good writer and have a digital camera, it's a great opportunity to make some extra money while working from home and playing with the latest computer hardware. Email us here at Computer America if you'd like to know how to contact Gabriel for more information.

http://www.HardwareSecrets.com

Hour one: WCKD Audio. Wicked Audio, a leading designer and manufacturer of popular, aesthetically appealing headphones, has created WCKD Radio, an interface on Facebook where artists will be able to upload their music to the page and share, like, or comment on their individual songs. All other Facebook users have the ability to do the same, creating an innovative community between musicians worldwide. Artists will be able to include their song title, band name, and a song image on the new WCKD Radio. What’s more, there is no limit to how many songs a single artist can upload.

http://www.facebook.com/WickedAudio

Hour two: Scott Zagarino, founder of The Sportsgrants Foundation, joins Craig and Carey this hour to tell us how online fundraising websites like Sportsgrants work and why he beleives they are necessary.

http://www.sportsgrants.org

Other links discussed during this episode include:

New version of CCleaner released today:
http://www.ccleaner.com

What Happens to Data When Cloud Providers Evaporate?
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/226331/what_happens_to_data_when_cloud_providers_evaporate.html

Hours one and two: Author Scott Mueller is back! Scott's "Upgrading and Repairing PCs" book has been the best selling PC hardware book since it first came out over 17 years ago. It has become the industry-standard PC hardware reference book, well known among technicians, enthusiasts and users for its breadth, depth, and technical accuracy. Since it came out there have been many imitators (some even using deceptively similar titles) but few real competitors. If you like getting under the hood of your computer, Scott is the guy to tune into!

Buy Scott Mueller's books here:
http://tinyurl.com/6ku7we

20th Anniversary addition of Scott's book out now! You can learn more about it and download sample chapters here:
http://www.informit.com/promotions/promotion.aspx?promo=135473

Upgrading and Repairing PCs 20th Anniversary Addition:
http://www.amazon.com/Upgrading-Repairing-PCs-20th-Anniversary/dp/0789739542/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1245465124&sr=8-1

Topics and links discussed during tonight's show:

What impact will “cloud computing” have on the PC technician? Are PCs obsolete?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=2058

Should you use flammable or non-flammable compressed air cans for blowing dust out of computers?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=2035

You can use SATA drives via a SAS connection, but you cannot use SAS drives via a SATA connection:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=2042

Modern systems require power supplies that supply a minimum of 2.5A of +5V standby power, an often overlooked specification:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=2068

Can you resurrect a HDD with broken ground pins in the (Molex) power connector:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=2082

Tips on what to look for in a netbook:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=2027

Getting started learning about the Command Prompt and Windows Commands in general:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=2043

Where are Restore Points stored, and and how can you access them?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=2051

Windows Remote Desktop Connection limitations (by Windows edition) and free alternatives:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=2053

When adding Wireless networking to a desktop system, should you use a PCI/PCIe or USB based Wireless network adapter?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=2075

Hour one and two: Steve Cherubino, creator and host of the free PodNutz series of podcasts, joins Carey this hour to talk about his shows, his laptop repair videos, Techician Web-Site Builder web-site and upcoming projects.

http://www.PodNutz.com

Hour one: EzWebCalendar. It's the online calendar Computer America uses to schedules its guests and show topics! Having a web-based calendar is an ideal way to keep everyone's schedule in sync and keep them informed. It could be perfect for you as well. Check it out!

http://www.EzWebCalendar.com

Hour two: Marsha Egan. The CEO of inboxDetox shows how companies are losing worker productivity. Employees are extending the length of their workdays, going to the office on weekends, and checking their e-mail while on vacation because they can no longer manage the volume of communication that requires their attention. This is how e-mail habits have become toxic to individuals and businesses alike. Marsha shows you how to detoxify your email habits and get things back to normal.

http://www.InboxDetox.com

http://www.facebook.com/InboxDetox

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! Our new Editorial Sponsor Newegg joins Craig and Carey in this hour! Newegg is here to talk about the newest and hottest technology items for the holidays! Don’t miss it!

http://www.NewEgg.com

http://www.EggXpert.com

http://www.YouTube.com/NewEgg

Hour two: Dick DeBartolo, the GizWiz and Mad Magazine's maddest writer joins us for the latest technology gadgets and wild stuff from the Internet!

http://gizwizbiz.squarespace.com/computer-america

Other links dicussed during this episode include:

Hour one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. Also joining us is the host of the LinuxGeekDom podcast, AJ Stringham. They join Craig and Carey for both hours tonight to discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

You can find the LinuxGeekDom podcast at:
http://linuxgeekdom.com

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
'10 Ways Linux can fix PCs'

LINKS FOR THE TOPICS WE DISCUSSED:

Bill Clark, a listener in Windham, VT provided us a link to an article that is the basis of our topic today

http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/31804/the-10-cleverest-ways-to-use-linux-to-fix-your-windows-pc

Multi-boot Linux on a pen (flash) drive:
YUMI Multiboot USB Creator for Windows http://www.pendrivelinux.com/yumi-multiboot-usb-creator
SARDU Multiboot USB Creator for Windows http://www.pendrivelinux.com/sardu-multiboot-usb-creator-windows
LinuxLive USB Creator for Windows http://www.linuxliveusb.com
Universal USB Linux Installer for Windows http://www.pendrivelinux.com/universal-usb-installer-easy-as-1-2-3
MultiSystem Multiboot USB Creator for Linux http://www.pendrivelinux.com/multiboot-create-a-multiboot-usb-from-linux

UNetbootin, Universal Netboot Installer:
http://sourceforge.net/projects/unetbootin

Hour one: Christopher Breen. Senior Editor of Macworld, Chris joins Craig inthis hour to talk all things Apple!

http://www.MacWorld.com

Hour two: TypeStyler. This venerable page layout software has been absent for nearly a decade and now returns better than ever before. It’s OS X compatible and lets you create beautiful pages with very little design skills.

Hour one: Craig and Carey discuss the latest in technology news.

Hour two: OpenDNS. David Ulevitch, Founder and CEO of OpenDNS joins Craig and Carey to talk about OpenDNS and how it has become the leading provider of free security and infrastructure services that make the Internet safer through integrated Web content filtering, anti-phishing and DNS. OpenDNS services enable consumers and network administrators to secure their networks from online threats, reduce costs and enforce Internet-use policies.

http://www.OpenDNS.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Windows Vista: Microsoft Using IE 10 to Deliver Death Blow:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/225205/windows_vista_microsoft_using_ie_10_to_deliver_death_blow.html

Gmail Now Allows You to Personalize Your Account with Your Own Photos:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/225285/gmail_now_allows_you_to_personalize_your_account_with_your_own_photos.html

5 (More) Things to Do With an Old Computer:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/222717/5_more_things_to_do_with_an_old_computer.html

Netflix Kinect: Control Movies With Your Hands:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/225264/netflix_kinect_control_movies_with_your_hands.html

Hours one and two: Our Gamer Tuesdays are back! Joining us is IGN.com. Daemon Hatfield is the Senior Editor of IGN.com and our newest correspondent. He will talk about the hottest games and products. Also joining us will be Ben Crossman. Ben is an avid computer game player and is studying Computer Science in college! Ben contributes his insights and gaming experience to the mix.

http://www.IGN.com

Hour one: Mark Russinovich is the author of a new novel called "Zero Day," and is also a Technical Fellow at Microsoft. Russinovich is a widely recognized expert in Windows operating system internals as well as operating system architecture and design.

http://www.zerodaythebook.com

Zero Day now available at Amazon.com:
http://www.amazon.com/Zero-Day-Novel-Mark-Russinovich/dp/031261246X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1302573461&sr=8-1

Hour two: Mikogo is an easy-to-use cross-platform desktop sharing tool, ideal for web conferencing, online meetings or remote support. And you can download the full version for FREE!!

Hour one and two: Mike Smith, host of the MikeTechShow podcast, joins Carey for both hours as they answer listener emails and talk about the business of tech!

MikeTechShow:
http://www.MikeTechShow.com

Tech-vets podcast:
http://www.tech-vets.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

System Mechanic (try it FREE and unstricted for 30 days!):
http://www.iolo.com/downloads.aspx
(After you click the 'Download Now' button next to System Mechanic 10, look for the small link that says 'Download free trial' about half-way down the page, just below where it asks for your email address).

FileZilla FTP Client and Server software (FREE!):
http://filezilla-project.org

CrashPlan (FREE version available!):
http://www.CrashPlan.com

Hour one: G Data. Hear all about their InternetSecurity which received a 99.6 percent detection rate by AV-Comparatives. In addition to their dual-scanning engine, the product keeps consumers protected with features like fingerprinting, silent firewall and low system load.

Get 50% off any purchase using this Computer America only promo code: Crossman

GData website:
http://www.gdata-software.com

InternetSecurity 2011 (the 2012 version will be released this April):
http://www.gdata-software.com/home-security/internetsecurity-2011

GData Security Labs:
http://www.gdata-software.com/security-labs

Hour two: Awareness Technologies. Brad Miller, CEO of Awareness Technologies will offer additional thoughts on protecting children online from cyberbullies using WebWatcher, as well how these types of computer monitoring programs work and how parents are using them.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Mike Cermak joins us in this hour!

http://www.TechGuy.org

Hour two: Craig and Carey read your emails and play your voicemails and respond.

Other links discussed during tonight's episode include:

A caller wanted to know how to restore the file association of .exe files on Microsoft's Windows Vista after removing viruses and malware from it. Mike Cermak recommends this downloadable 'fix it' app from this knowledgebase article from Microsoft:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950505

75 year old killed Georgia, Armenia internet:
http://www.timeslive.co.za/local/article1006491.ece/75-year-old-killed-Georgia-Armenia-internet

Tantalizing Hints of Windows 8 Hit the Internet:
http://www.foxnews.com/scitech/2011/04/04/tantalizing-hints-windows-8-hit-internet/print

Linux MultiMedia Studio:
http://lmms.sourceforge.net/home.php

Hour one: iSpaces. This free personal cloud computer offers a unique web browser within a browser called CloudBrowser, which allows users to log in and out of iSpaces from multiple computers without having to reopen their Web applications, tabs, and online documents.

http://www.ispaces.com

Hour two: Cocoon. Hear about this lightweight browser add-on that protects against malware, spam, invasions of privacy and more.

Hour one: Apple aficionado Gene Steinberg joins Craig. Gene just received his new iPad 2 and will be reporting on his observations!

Hour one: ThinkGeek. It’s April Fools Day and ThinkGeek is here with their legendary April Fools Day line of products, some of which may actually become real!

http://www.ThinkGeek.com

Hour two: TidBITS an online newsletter and web site devoted to the person behind the most personal of computers, the Macintosh. TidBITS relates events and products to real life uses and concerns. New TidBITS issues go out every Monday night; articles appear on the web site throughout the week.

Hour one: With no guest scheduled for this hour, Craig and Carey discuss the new update to Apple's Garage Band software, how to erase yourself from the web and an article by Roger Ebert about his experience being an affiliate for Amazon. Also, a gentleman is selling an exact replica of the DeLorean from Back to the Future, perfect in every minute detail to the car in the film, on eBay for the bargain price of just $450,000!

Hour two, first half: Kidlandia is a company that features highly personalized products that allow parents and kids to imagine, create and rule their own kingdom of fun and adventure. Each Kingdom can fe filled with whimsical creatures as well as real-life family and friends. Creating a kingdom is fun and easy - kids and parents simply choose a product and theme, then personalize their design. The customized designs can be purchased on a variety of products including posters, t-shirts, gallery wrapped canvases, canvas scrolls, door-hangers, growth charts, placemats, puzzles, mouse pads, magnets and more. Kidlandia provides the most sophisticated personalization in the market today, capturing memories that last a lifetime.

http://www.kidlandia.com

Hour two, second half: ConnectEDU, the leader in developing online college and career planning tools and platforms, understands that students may want to create distinctly different online environments to manage their interactions with college admission officers, teachers, counselors and employers, vs. their 'social' interactions with friends, relatives, friends of friends and individuals with whom they shared unique 'socially' driven interests. To help students better manage their education and career goals, ConnectEDU runs the 'Connect! Community' which is very similar to a social network in its capabilities. This activity is restricted to the facilitation of advancing a student's education and career planning objectives, and allowing students to interact with their teachers, coaches, counselors, admissions officers, employers, peers and mentors in a safe and productive environment. Students are able to build profiles with their supporting school transcripts, clubs, sports and preferences all in view for marketing themselves to this audience.

http://www.connectedu.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Roger Ebert - My career in retailing:
http://blogs.suntimes.com/ebert/2011/03/my_career_in_retailing.html

Hour one and two: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes!

Links discussed during this episode include:

Dell Exec: iPad Too Costly, Closed, Complex:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/223702/dell_exec_ipad_too_costly_closed_complex.html

Samsung Investigating Report of Keylogger on Its Laptops:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/223797/samsung_investigating_report_of_keylogger_on_its_laptops.html

Se2200T Microphone:
http://www.seelectronics.com/sE2200T.html

Hour one: Rebit. Their Rebit 5 backup software is a safe, simple and smart way to protect your digital content. Every song you download, each picture you transfer or video you capture, is immediately backed up! And their hard drives offer 500 GB of backup that fits into your shirt pocket or purse. These sharp looking portable drives are ideal for users on the go. Or, you can choose a Desktop model up to 2 TB in size! Choose the size you need, and it will come pre-installed with Rebit 5 backup software. Just plug it in to automatically and continuously protect your computer from crashes, viruses or accidental file deletion.

Get 15% any purchase until April 12, 2011, using the coupon code: breakfast

http://www.Rebit.com

Hour two: FileMaker is the leader in easy-to-use database software. Millions of people, from individuals to some of the world's largest companies, rely on FileMaker software to manage, analyze and share essential information. The company’s products are the FileMaker Pro line - versatile business database software for teams and organizations, for Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad and the web - and Bento, the personal database for Mac, iPhone and iPad.

http://www.FileMaker.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

BP Employee Loses Laptop With Data on 13,000 Oil Spill Claimants:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/223686/bp_employee_loses_laptop_with_data_on_13000_oil_spill_claimants.html

Tunebug Turns Tabletops Into Boom Boxes:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/223573/tunebug_turns_tabletops_into_boom_boxes.html

Hour one: The hosts of the Tightwad Tech Podcast, Mark Cockrell and Shawn Kibel, join Carey in this hour to tell us all about their free digital broadcast, including what it's all about and how you can listen to all their current and past episodes for free!

http://www.TheTightWadTech.com

Hour two: Carey solos this hour with more info about free software.

Links discussed during this episode include:

iTALC is a use- and powerful didactical tool for teachers. It lets you view and control other computers in your network in several ways. It supports Linux and Windows XP (Vista/7 soon) and it even can be used transparently in mixed environments:
http://italc.sourceforge.net

Macrium Reflect - Free Drive Imaging Software:
http://www.macrium.com/reflectfree.asp

At this community website you'll find the very best freeware programs each selected by our independent editors because of their quality and performance. Many of these programs are as good as or better than their commercial counterparts so why pay for what you can get for free?
http://www.techsupportalert.com

Hour one: Dr. Richard Stallman, founder of GNU Project and Free Software Foundation, father and current maintainer of the One True Emacs, joins Carey tonight on his fourth visit to the Computer America Show to discuss the importance of free software and fighting to protect your freedoms.

Free Software Foundation:
http://www.fsf.org

Dr. Richard Stallman's Personal Page:
http://stallman.org

GNU Home Page:
http://www.gnu.org

Hour two: Ewen Rankin, professional photographer and host of the Bagel Tech News podcast, joins Carey for both hours tonight to discuss how digital cameras work, what are the best digital cameras to buy today and how to save some money in the process! Ewen is also taking your phone calls to answer any digital photography questions you have, live on air!

Bagel Tech News is a weekly show that aims to provide some comment, not too stuffy, not too informed (geeks they aren’t) and not too serious on the issues that are in play at the moment in the technology sector. This is a podcast for the consumer who would love to know more but only has the time to download the podcast and then listen over breakfast, on the train or in the car. Host Ewen Rankin is a professional photographer in the UK and joins Carey for both hours tonight to discuss the digital photography business and what it means to be a photographer.

Bagel Tech RAGE!
http://www.bageltechnews.com/?p=1557

BagelTechNews Podcast:
http://www.bageltechnews.com

Hour one: PopCap, the worldwide leader in casual video games, announced the results of a new survey which found large increases in overall usage and frequency of mobile game playing among U.S. and U.K. adults. The survey also found that among mobile phone gamers, the mobile phone is now the primary gaming device of choice, leapfrogging video game consoles and personal computers in less than two years. Smartphone owners are by far the most avid consumers of mobile phone games.

http://www.popcap.com

Hour two: Author-Carla Schroder joins Craig and Carey in this hour. Audacity is the world's most popular digital audio editor. But while users can easily learn the basics in just a few minutes, there's more to Audacity than meets the eye. In her Book of Audacity, digital audio maven Carla Schroder shows readers how to unlock the power of Audacity to transform their personal computers into full-fledged recording studios. Each chapter covers a different project, so readers can jump directly to recording live performances, preserving legacy media such as old vinyl LPs and 78s, and much more.

Hour one and two: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes!

Links discussed during this episode include:

Angry Birds now available for a limited time FREE for PCs:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/223119/angry_birds_free_for_pc.html

Free onsite and offsite backup software:
http://www.crashplan.com

Firefox 4 Nears 6 Million Downloads as Browser Wars Heat Up:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/222948/firefox_4_nears_6_million_downloads_as_browser_wars_heat_up.html

New Wi-Fi Standards Could Revolutionize Hotspots:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/223127/new_wifi_standards_could_revolutionize_hotspots.html

Hour one, first half: Helios Interactive Technologies. Put convention aside, and make room for the magic of augmented reality, courtesy of Helios Interactive Technologies the emerging leader in experience design. Helios unveiled a mobile AR application for the iPhone.
Epitomizing the versatility of the new MINI Countryman, users are able to take pictures of a superimposed virtual MINI Countryman in their garage, a parking spot, atop a high-rise, astride the Golden Gate Bridge, on the end of their toothbrush, anywhere.

Hour one, second half: Author-Delson Armstrong. Science fiction has evolved over the years. Today’s science fiction is more and more becoming a commentary on our life and society. We have seen this in recent movies, television shows, and books. Indeed science fiction has increased as a result of this change. Why did this change happen? Why is going on? Where is this leading science fiction? Delson Armstrong, author of the bestselling science fiction series, Red Serpent is here to discuss the evolution of science fiction. Among the topics are why so many seek escapism this time of year.

Hour two: FillPerfect, the leading form filler for online job applications, is an intelligent form filler that eliminates the tedium of filling in all types of on-line forms. With a single click, this web browser add-on instantly and accurately completes even complex, detailed forms including on-line job applications, web site registrations, and purchase forms. FillPerfect currently works with Internet Explorer but later this year will also work with the Firefox web browser.

Hour one: Hour one: Shirt Pocket Software. David Nanian joins Craig on how to clone your hard drive as well as the advantages of cloning versus other kinds of backup technologies. You’ll hear about SuperDuper, Shirt Pocket’s cloning software and the newest features recently introduced.

Hour one: Nuance. Nuance has just introduced Nuance PDF Converter for Mac, giving Apple Mac users the ability to create, convert and edit PDF files for a fraction the price of Adobe Acrobat! PDF Converter for Mac allows users to effortlessly create, view, edit and scan 100 percent industry-standard PDF files.

Hour one: Adobe Elements. Adobe joins us in this hour to talk about their latest Photoshop Elements 9 and Premiere Elements 9!

http://www.adobe.com

http://www.adobe.com/aboutadobe/pressroom/pressreleases/201009/092110AdobePEPE9.html

Hour two: Micron. Crucial is a key brand in the Lexar Media family of products. As the Memory Experts, they’re the only DRAM supplier that's part of a major memory manufacturer. A wholly owned subsidiary of Micron Technology, Inc., Lexar Media, Inc. boasts one of the most comprehensive offerings of memory product lines in the industry.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! Our new Editorial Sponsor Newegg joins Craig and Carey in this hour! Newegg is here to talk about the newest and hottest technology items for the holidays! Don’t miss it!

http://www.NewEgg.com

Hour two: Dick DeBartolo, the GizWiz and Mad Magazine's maddest writer joins us for the latest technology gadgets and wild stuff from the Internet!

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Craig and Carey as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com

You can also find Going Linux on Twitter, Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook.

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"Other Podcasts for people interested in Linux"

LINKS FOR THE TOPICS WE DISCUSSED:

Active shows:

The Linux Action Show!
http://www.jupiterbroadcasting.com/?cat=4
Feeds: http://feeds.feedburner.com/TheLinuxActionShowOGG or
http://feeds.feedburner.com/TheLinuxActionShow

Linux Basement
http://www.linuxbasement.com
Feeds: http://feeds.feedburner.com/linuxbasement or
http://www.linuxbasement.com/ogg

Linux Geekdom
http://linuxgeekdom.com
Feeds: http://linuxgeekdom.com/rssogg.xml or
http://linuxgeekdom.com/rssmp3.xml

Linux in the Ham Shack
http://lhspodcast.info
Feeds: http://lhspodcast.info/category/podcast-ogg/feed or
http://lhspodcast.info/category/podcast-mp3/feed

Linux Outlaws
http://linuxoutlaws.com
Feeds: http://feeds.feedburner.com/linuxoutlaws or
http://feeds.feedburner.com/linuxoutlaws-ogg

Tux Radar
http://www.tuxradar.com/podcast
Feed: http://www.tuxradar.com/files/rss-small.png

Ubuntu UK
http://podcast.ubuntu-uk.org
Feeds: http://feeds.feedburner.com/UbuntuUkPodcastOgg-high?format=xml or
http://feeds.feedburner.com/UbuntuUkPodcastMp3-high?format=xml

mintCast (Linux Mint)
http://mintcast.org
Feed: http://mintcast.org/podcasts-only/rss2.aspx

Lotta Linux Links
http://www.lottalinuxlinks.com
Feed: http://lottalinuxlinks.com/podcast/rss.xml

The Linux Link Tech Show
http://tllts.org
Feeds: http://www.thelinuxlink.net/tllts/tllts_ogg.rss or
http://www.thelinuxlink.net/tllts/tllts.rss

The GNU World Order (Formerly "The Bad Apples")
http://www.thebadapples.info
Feeds: http://www.thebadapples.info/thebadapples/HOME/rss.xml or
http://www.thebadapples.info/ogg.xml

Not-so-active shows

Fresh Ubuntu
http://freshubuntu.org
Feeds: http://freshubuntu.org/mp3feed or
http://feeds2.feedburner.com/FreshUbuntuOgg

The Linux Install Podcast
http://thelip.net
Feeds: http://thelip.net/lipmp3.xml or http://thelip.net/lipogg.xml

Linux Reality
http://www.linuxreality.com
Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/linuxreality

Hour one: Gunnar. Gunnar Optiks started in the garage of one of its owners, Jenny and Matt Michelsen. The idea for glasses was born out of one woman's frustration with a complaining husband and worry about the eyes of a boy seemingly tethered to a computer and video games. They set out to create a product that addresses all the symptoms of digital eye fatigue. And they did it!

http://www.gunnars.com
http://www.gunnars.com/benefits.php
http://www.gunnars.com/news

Hour two: TeamViewer. This product connects to any PC or server around the world within a few seconds. You can remote control your partner's PC as if you were sitting right in front of it. Find out why more than 100 million users trust TeamViewer!

Hour one and two: Mike Smith, host of the MikeTechShow podcast, joins Carey for both hours as they answer listener emails and talk about the business of tech!

MikeTechShow:
http://www.MikeTechShow.com

Tech-vets podcast:
http://www.tech-vets.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Crowds on Hand for IPad 2's Nationwide Launch:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/221968/crowds_on_hand_for_ipad_2s_nationwide_launch.html

Foxconn G31MXP-K I7 LGA 775 Intel G31 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard just $39.99 from NewEgg:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813186203

Generate a help URL so friends and family can send you instant screen recordings to help trouble shoot computer issues - it's FREE:
http://www.showmewhatswrong.com

BillMyClients.com is a hassle-free way for businesses to quickly & easily create and print invoices and bills online and makes it a breeze to send those same invoices via e-mail and the United States Postal Service – all without leaving your desk:
http://www.billmyclients.com

Hour one: NETGEAR. Joining us to discuss home networking and WiFi is NETGEAR. Hear about their latest N600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router.

http://www.NetGear.com

http://www.NetGear.com/ultimatewifi

Hour two: HomeAway connects homeowners and property managers with travelers who seek the space, value and amenities of vacation rental homes as an alternative to hotels. The site has the largest and most diverse selection of homes around the world, with more than 230,000 properties across 120 countries.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Mike Cermak joins us in this hour!

http://www.TechGuy.org

Hour two: Craig and Carey read your emails and play your voicemails and respond.

Other links discussed during tonight's episode include:

Bart's Preinstalled Environment (BartPE) bootable live windows CD/DVD:
http://www.nu2.nu/pebuilder

Build a BartPE bootable CD Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78gKzcuq-dw

For caller Fred having an error that reads "classfactory cannot supply requested class." Here is a possible fix for him we found on the internet:

Go to the particular folder where the file ctor.dll resides and replace it with a newer version of the same file downloaded from here:

http://www.dlldump.com/download-dll-files.php/dllfiles/C/ctor.dll/download.html

Hour one: It's Gamer Tuesday and it's all about computer games! Joining Craig is IGN.com's Jim Reilly. Jim is the News Director at IGN.com. Also joining Craig is his son Ben who is a gaming geek.

Hour one: Christopher Breen. Senior Editor of Macworld Magazine joins Craig to discuss all things Apple including their brand new iPad 2 just announced last week!

http://www.MacWorld.com

Hour two: David Perry. David is the Global Director of Education with Trend Micro and is here to talk about the latest malware and products that help defend your computer from them.

Hour one: Mike Mihalik, Senior Engineer and Product Manager for LaCie, joins Craig and Carey this hour to discuss LaCie's newest, fastest external hard drive that supports 10 Gigabits per second sending and recieving, for a total transfer rate of 20 Gigabits per second using Intel's newest connectivity hardware called Thunderbolt.

http://www.lacie.com/us/technologies/technology.htm?id=10039

Hour two: Rhapsody is scheduled. Connect to the music catalog from your computer, through home audio systems, or with mobile apps for iPhone, iPod touch, Android and BlackBerry.

Hour one and two: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes!

Links discussed during this episode include:

Standard RAID levels explained:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standard_RAID_levels

Man Gets 7 Years for Forcing Modems to Call Premium Numbers:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/221108/man_gets_7_years_for_forcing_modems_to_call_premium_numbers.html

Intel Unveils Fast Next-Gen SATA 3.0 SSDs:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/220933/intel_unveils_fast_nextgen_sata_30_ssds.html

Intel Completes McAfee Acquisition:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/220982/intel_completes_mcafee_acquisition.html

Hour one: Storage Guardian. Complementing offsite vaulting with a local backup means, small and medium-size businesses can restore critical data at LAN speeds, eliminate tape backup, and benefit from a cost-effective strategy for offsite data backup and migration. New, local-only disk backup service offers all the features of its enterprise backup technology, including agentless operation for easy deployment and intelligent, secure data compression, and adds the additional benefits of reducing WAN bandwidth needs and fast restore of mission-critical data at LAN speeds, whenever needed.

http://www.storageguardian.com

Hour two: NewspaperDirect delivers the world's newspapers and magazines to millions of readers the way they want to receive them — in print, online, or on their mobile device, tablet or eReader — wherever they live, travel, work or play.

Hours one and two: Happy New Year!!! We kick the year off just as we did last year with author Scott Mueller to help us kick off the new season! Scott's "Upgrading and Repairing PCs" book has been the best selling PC hardware book since it first came out over 17 years ago. It has become the industry-standard PC hardware reference book, well known among technicians, enthusiasts and users for its breadth, depth, and technical accuracy. Since it came out there have been many imitators (some even using deceptively similar titles) but few real competitors. If you like getting under the hood of your computer, Scott is the guy to tune into!

Buy Scott Mueller's books here:
http://tinyurl.com/6ku7we

20th Anniversary addition of Scott's book out now! You can learn more about it and download sample chapters here:
http://www.informit.com/promotions/promotion.aspx?promo=135473

Upgrading and Repairing PCs 20th Anniversary Addition:
http://www.amazon.com/Upgrading-Repairing-PCs-20th-Anniversary/dp/0789739542/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1245465124&sr=8-1

Topics and links discussed during tonight's show:

Really fast broadband "requires" gigabit WAN ports on the router *and* modem:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=1987

Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1) released to the public – includes tips for deploying SP1 to multiple systems:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=2022

Microsoft has released a free tool that allows you to easily create bootable USB flash drives for installing either Windows 7 or Vista. Installing 7/Vista from a flash drive is faster and more reliable than using a DVD, and works on systems (like netbooks) that don’t have DVD drives:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=11376#p11376

Tips on choosing the best memory for a Laptop memory upgrade:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=11426#p11426

Tips for improving Wireless LAN connection reliability including updating drives, uninstalling unnecessary client utilities, and configuring power management:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=2026

Tips on recovering lost laptop passwords:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=2005

Recommendations for a ~$275 to $300 bargain system build:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=11362#p11362

Tips on the best way to configure Static IP addresses for systems on a network:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=11367#p11367

Installing Windows 7 Service Pack 1 resets the Windows activation timer:
http://www.examiner.com/computers-in-vancouver/installing-windows-7-service-pack-1-resets-the-windows-activation-timer

Hour one: Our scheduled guest, Xipwire, failed to appear for their interview with us tonight, so Craig and Carey talked about the latest in tech news for this hour.

Hour two: VocalTec. The makers of the popular magicJack are introducing the next step. magicTalk. magicTalk enables everybody (including companies) anywhere in the world to call numbers in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, as well as all other magicTalk and magicJack numbers in the world, for free. magicTalk users may also receive a free phone number. magicTalk can be used anywhere in the world, is very simple for anybody to install within 60 seconds, and offers the best voice quality we have ever heard.

http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/news.html?d=209705

http://blog.laptopmag.com/new-magicjack-plus-with-free-calling-over-4g-and-wi-fi

http://www.vocaltec.com/site/modules/newsItem.asp?sid=7&pid=55&itemID=182&NewsYear=2011

Other links discussed during this episode include:

New version of the freeware app Ccleaner released today:
http://www.ccleaner.com

Waiting for Terabit Ethernet? Don't Hold Your Breath:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/220636/waiting_for_terabit_ethernet_dont_hold_your_breath.html

Intel Thunderbolt Bolts Through Data Transfers:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/220641/intel_thunderbolt_bolts_through_data_transfers.html

Hours one and two: Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! Ed Bott joins Craig and Carey for both hours!

Get Ed's book, Windows 7 Inside Out:
http://tinyurl.com/yagq5qx

Read Ed's Blog here:
http://www.edbott.com/weblog

Hour one: Dan Tynan, founder of e-Sarcasm joins us in this hour.

Read Dan's articles:
http://www.dantynan.com/2011/02/18/anonymous-vs-hbgary-a-classic-geek-tragedy

http://www.dantynan.com/2011/02/11/2011-the-year-of-the-hacker

http://www.itworld.com/internet/136830/that-new-facebook-friend-might-just-be-a-spy

http://www.itworld.com/internet/137841/planning-break-dont-do-it-facebook?source=peer2peerpromo

http://www.itworld.com/internet/135944/voyurl-web-stalkers-best-friend

http://www.pcworld.com/article/219480/is_okcupids_dating_data_safe_with_matchcom.html

Hour two: SpeechTrans Software.

http://www.speechtrans.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Hour one: PC Tools. The creator of Spyware Doctor is here to announce some of their newest products for 2011!

http://www.PCTools.com

Hour two: Carbonite. There are a lot of exciting things going on with Carbonite right now, and they’ve been in the news a lot recently with Mozy’s announcement that they’re no longer offering unlimited storage. Hear what’s new at Carbonite including their mobile app which gives Carbonite users access to their files no matter where they might be.

http://www.Carbonite.com

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! Our new Editorial Sponsor Newegg joins Craig and Carey in this hour! Newegg is here to talk about the newest and hottest technology items for the holidays! Don’t miss it!

http://www.NewEgg.com

Hour two: Dick DeBartolo, the GizWiz and Mad Magazine's maddest writer joins us for the latest technology gadgets and wild stuff from the Internet!

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Craig and Carey as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"Getting ready for Linux with cross-platform, open source applications"
(On-line apps don't count!)

LINKS FOR THE TOPICS WE DISCUSSED:
Browsers: Firefox, Chrome, Opera... others
Mail: Thunderbird
Office: OpenOffice, LibreOffice... others
PDF reader: Adobe Reader
Media players: VLC

DVD ripper: Handbrake
Audio editor: Audacity
Photo editors: GIMP, Inkscape, Picasa
Instant messaging: Pidgin
Website development: Kompozer

The OpenDisc Project:
http://www.theopendisc.com/

Add "PPA" Repositories in Ubuntu:
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/Repositories/Ubuntu

Knightcast Podcast:
http://knightwise.com/knightcast-podcast

Linux Live (Lili):
http://www.linuxliveusb.com

Removing Windows after going Linux:
http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/17787/clean-up-the-new-ubuntu-grub2-boot-menu

Hour one and two: Mike Smith, host of the MikeTechShow podcast, joins Carey for both hours as they answer listener emails and talk about the business of tech!

MikeTechShow:
http://www.MikeTechShow.com

Tech-vets podcast:
http://www.tech-vets.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Microsoft Certifications Won't Boost Your Pay Much:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/219637/microsoft_certifications_wont_boost_your_pay_much.html

Hour one and two: Mike Halsey, author of the recently relesased book Troubleshooting Windows 7 Inside Out, joins Carey this evening LIVE from England, via Skype, to discuss his book, answer your questions about Windows 7 and give away electronic copies of this fantastic book from Microsoft Press.

Troubleshooting Windows 7 Inside Out – Exclusive Free Chapter:
http://www.windows7news.com/2010/10/07/troubleshooting-windows-7-free-chapter

Buy the book here:
http://www.amazon.com/Troubleshooting-Windows-Inside-depth-troubleshooting/dp/0735645205/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1290225977&sr=8-1

Mike's previous book, the Windows 7 Power Users Guide, can be purchased here:
http://stores.lulu.com/windows7

Hour one: YourTango. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, YourTango is the leading lifestyle brand focused on love and relationships. With a mission to help users live their best love lives, YourTango provides award-winning content, community, tools, and connections to relationships experts. YourTango caters to users in all love stages: single, taken, engaged, married, starting over and complicated. Tonight, you’ll hear how YourTango.com Declares First Annual "Break Up with Your Ex" Day!

Hour two: Jason E. Davies, Vice President of Business Development for Berkley Integrated Audio Software joins Craig and Carey this hour to discuss their sound editing software from Bias-Inc.com

Hour one: Tweak.com calls in from Ireland to talk about their new service and webste that lets anyone create branding materials for a business. Create your own logos, etc.

Hour one: David Perry from Trend Micro talks about Titanium.

Hour one: Bob LeVitus, better known as Dr. Mac joins Craig in this hour to talk about all things Apple.

Hour one: Paltalk. Paltalk has introduced Vumber , a disposable two-way calling service that allows users to create virtual phone numbers that link to their mobile or home numbers. By using Vumber, users can make and receive calls while maintaining the privacy of their real phone numbers. The service isn’t just limited to calls, as users can even text using an anonymous number.

Carey is sick.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Mike Cermak agrees to join Craig for BOTH hours to fill in for Carey!

Hour one: Clickfree. It’s not IF your hard drive will fail, it’s WHEN. Hear about Clickfree’s latest networking hard drives that back up everything!

Carey is off, Craig invites Shawn Harris to join him for both hours.

Hour one: Epson. Tune in as Epson joins Craig to talk about their WorkForce line of all-in-one printers including their WorkForce 840 and the WorkForce 60!

Hour one: Stanley Holditch is an expert on cyberbullying. Tune in to hear his thoughts on the measures that parents, teachers and society should be taking to help prevent cyberbullying, and the realities of digital persecution on this generation.

Hour one: Olens Technology. This company makes small, affordable projectors and the new MiCorder, a digital MP3 recorder that allows you to convert any stereo output into an MP3 file, so it can be played on any MP3 player, computer, iPod, or any device that will play MP3 formats. You can even record your own voice with the built in microphone.

Hour one: Kaspersky PURE Total Protection, tKaspersky Labs' new all-in-one consumer suite, hit shelves. It’s their best protection from viruses and malware, combined with file-backup and central control capabilities they’ve never offered before. It’s their best product yet for families, and not a moment too soon.

Hour one: Dan Tynan, founder of e-Sarcasm joins us in this hour.

Hour one: Christopher Breen, Senior Editor Macworld Magazine joins Craig to talk all things Apple.

Hour one: Linksys is here to tell us about their latest flagship network router, the E4200.

http://home.cisco.com/en-us/press/releases/New_linksys_e4200

Hour two: Denon. This company makes a wide variety of consumer audio products that are of the highest quality. Tune in to hear about their latest products!

http://airplayus.denon.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! Our new Editorial Sponsor Newegg joins Craig and Carey in this hour! Newegg is here to talk about the newest and hottest technology items for the holidays! Don’t miss this one!

http://www.NewEgg.com

Learn how to build a gaming computer with NewEgg and Carey Holzman:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUY0tP5jYIo

Enter NOW to win a fantastic gaming computer from NewEgg and Computer America, hand built and tested by our very own Carey Holzman and shipped right to your door!

http://www.computeramerica.com/contest_newegg.htm

Hour two: Dick DeBartolo, the GizWiz and Mad Magazine's maddest writer joins us for the latest technology gadgets and wild stuff from the Internet!

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Craig and Carey as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"Resources for learning about Linux"

LINKS FOR THE TOPICS WE DISCUSSED:

These links (and more) are all listed at:
http://resources.goinglinux.com

Getting Started with Ubuntu 10.04 (Official Ubuntu Linux manual):
http://ubuntu-manual.org

Linux Mint Official User Guide:
http://www.linuxmint.com/blog/?p=1507

On-line Linux Tutorials and Courses:
http://www.howtoforge.com
http://linuxbasics.org/tutorials/start
http://linuxbasics.org/course/start
http://beginlinux.org
http://linux.learnhub.com
http://gnulinux.learnhub.com

Ubuntu's ten lessons for the desktop PDFs: (student guide and instructor guide):
https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Training?action=AttachFile&do=get&target=student.pdf
https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Training?action=AttachFile&do=get&target=instructor.pdf

On-line Applications Tutorials:
http://www.gimp.org/tutorials
http://beginlinux.org
http://opensource.learnhub.com

Hour one and two: Ewen Rankin, professional photographer and host of the Bagel Tech News podcast, joins Carey for both hours tonight to discuss how digital cameras work, what are the best digital cameras to buy today and how to save some money in the process! Ewen is also taking your phone calls to answer any digital photography questions you have, live on air!

Bagel Tech News is a weekly show that aims to provide some comment, not too stuffy, not too informed (geeks they aren’t) and not too serious on the issues that are in play at the moment in the technology sector. This is a podcast for the consumer who would love to know more but only has the time to download the podcast and then listen over breakfast, on the train or in the car. Host Ewen Rankin is a professional photographer in the UK and joins Carey for both hours tonight to discuss the digital photography business and what it means to be a photographer.

BagelTechNews Podcast:
http://www.bageltechnews.com

Hour one and two: Mike Smith, host of the MikeTechShow podcast, joins Carey for both hours as they answer listener emails and talk about the business of tech!

MikeTechShow:
http://www.MikeTechShow.com

Tech-vets podcast:
http://www.tech-vets.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

NSHookup:
http://www.netstrap.com/residns/nshookup.htm

OCZ Vertex 2 SSD hard drives:
http://tinyurl.com/4bvsblm

Seagate Expansion 1TB 2.5" Portable External Hard Drive on sale for $89 at NewEgg until 1/19/11:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822148554

Hour one: Scheduled is Copia! Copia's social e-reading platform combines e-commerce, content and community, where readers – regardless of location - can share thoughts in the margins of their e-books, highlight and archive important or moving passages, recommend books to their community and meet new people based on their reading habits.

http://www.thecopia.com

Hour two: IdentityFinder. With ID fraud increasing over 12 percent this year and nearly $17 billion already spent online this holiday season, identity theft has become a top concern for many consumers across the nation. Todd Feinman, CEO of IdentityFinder, would like to share some helpful online tips he has developed to keep everyone’s private info intact.

http://www.identityfinder.com

Hour one and two: Todd Cochrane of the Tech Podcast Network joins Carey for both hours tonight to discuss his trip to the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas last week as well as tell us where we can listen to and watch more than 250 interviews he and his team recorded while there.

http://tpn.tv

http://www.GeekNewsCentral.com

http://www.TechPodcasts.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

What cameras did Todd use to record his interviews in 720p?

http://www.amazon.com/JVC-GY-HM100U-Definition-professional-widescreen/dp/B002QAUJCG

Hour one: Tonight we re-broadcast the keynote address from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The presenter is the CEO of Microsoft Corp, Steve Ballmer, talking about new and upcoming technology Microsoft is planning to release throughout 2011.

http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/events/ces/videogallery.aspx?contentID=ces11_video_liveKeynoteDay1

Hour two: We finish the CES keynote address and then welcome the host of Geek Gamer Radio, Chase Nunes to discuss his free digital broadcast.

Hour one and two: Carey solos this entire show, talking about CES, his new How-to video and the $1500 computer we are giving away here at Computer America very soon. Are you entered to win?

Links discussed during this episode include:

The Big Deal Products of CES 2011:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/215923/the_big_deal_products_of_ces_2011_so_far.html

Hard Drive Withstands Drops, Submersion, Shotgun Blasts:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/216253/hard_drive_withstands_drops_submersion_shot_gun_blasts.html

CES 2011 - Picks and Pans:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/216256/ces_2011_picks_and_pans.html?tk=hp_fv

Musician-inspired headphones dominate CES 2011:
http://ces.cnet.com/8301-32254_1-20028084-283.html?tag=cnetRiver

Gigabyte GA-H55M-S2V Motherboard:
http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=3601&dl=1#ov

LiteOn DVD-RW SATA DVD/CD re-writer drive on sale at NewEgg until this Wednesday for just $15.99 with FREE shipping!
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827106289

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! It's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Mike Cermak joins us in this hour!

http://www.TechGuy.org

Hour two: Wednesday Madness continues as we read and respond to your emails!

Other links discussed during this episode include:

D-skins protect your CDs and DVDs (even recordables and for gaming systems) from being scratched:
http://www.d-skin.com

You can buy D-skins from many online retailers, such as Amazon:
http://tinyurl.com/273tkw2

Western Digital is now shipping many drives under 2TB with Advanced Format Technology (XP USERS PAY ATTENTION):
http://hothardware.com/Articles/WDs-1TB-Caviar-Green-w-Advanced-Format-Windows-XP-Users-Pay-Attention

Hour one: McAfee. Tune in to hear the latest in anti-virus with this venerable software company.

http://www.McAfee.com

Hour two: Opera. Hear about Opera’s latest browser that offers faster performance and a whole new batch of features that make this the browser you should consider.

Hours one and two: Happy New Year!!! We kick the year off just as we did last year with author Scott Mueller to help us kick off the new season! Scott's "Upgrading and Repairing PCs" book has been the best selling PC hardware book since it first came out over 17 years ago. It has become the industry-standard PC hardware reference book, well known among technicians, enthusiasts and users for its breadth, depth, and technical accuracy. Since it came out there have been many imitators (some even using deceptively similar titles) but few real competitors. If you like getting under the hood of your computer, Scott is the guy to tune into!

Buy Scott Mueller's books here:
http://tinyurl.com/6ku7we

20th Anniversary addition of Scott's book out now! You can learn more about it and download sample chapters here:
http://www.informit.com/promotions/promotion.aspx?promo=135473

Upgrading and Repairing PCs 20th Anniversary Addition:
http://www.amazon.com/Upgrading-Repairing-PCs-20th-Anniversary/dp/0789739542/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1245465124&sr=8-1

Topics and links discussed during tonight's show:

doPDF free PDF converter for Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2008/2003/2000 Server (32 and 64-bit):
http://www.dopdf.com

Rizone Portable Freeware Community:
http://www.rizone3.com

Gigabyte GA-H55M-S2V LGA 1156 Intel H55 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128457

Some newer cases still don’t have HD Audio front audio ports, and conform to the older AC’97 standard instead:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1939

Difficulties installing and using an HD DVD drive (discontinued technology):
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1915

In some cases it is possible (and even worthwhile) to repair an LCD display:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1899

Modern Intel processors run at several different minimum and maximum speeds:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=1959

Why buy a mobile “toy” when you can buy a real laptop computer for less :
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=10951#p10951

Linux never really got off the ground as a mainstream PC OS:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=1961

How to print to a file instead of an actual printer:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=10958#p10958

Hour one: This is our last show of the year. Surprise guests include Santa Claus and SoundFreq which makes players for the iPhone and iPod.

http://www.soundfreaq.com

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Craig and Carey as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com

... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"Holiday Gift Giving: Donating to Open Source Projects"

LINKS FOR THE TOPICS WE DISCUSSED:

Mozilla Project (Firefox, Thunderbird, etc.):
http://www.mozilla.org/contribute /

Ubuntu Linux:
http://www.ubuntulinux.org/community/get-involved

Open Source Initiative:
http://www.opensource.org/donate

Document Foundation (LibreOffice):
http://www.documentfoundation.org/contribution

TrueCrypt:
http://www.truecrypt.org/donations

Hour one: CyberLink Corp is the leader and pioneer in enabling digital multimedia on PCs. CyberLink Media Suite 9 delivers the latest in digital multimedia, including Blu-ray, 3D video playback, and ultra-fast file conversions. With major upgrades, new Media Suite 9 includes CyberLink's leading range of multimedia software, providing everything you need for movies, videos, photos, music and data.

http://www.CyberLink.com

Hour two: Carey solos this hour talking about the latest holiday scams and other tech news.

Best Buy Kills Return Fees Amid Poor Sales:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/214218/best_buy_kills_return_fees_amid_poor_sales.html

7 Scams to Avoid from Cyber-Scrooges:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/214184/7_scams_to_avoid_from_cyberscrooges.html

Gawker Hack Exposes Ridiculous Password Habits:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/213679/gawker_hack_exposes_ridiculous_password_habits.html

Adobe Hits $1B in Quarterly Revenue for First Time:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/214298/adobe_hits_1b_in_quarterly_revenue_for_first_time.html

Hour one and two: Mike Smith, host of the MikeTechShow podcast, joins Carey for both hours as they answer listener emails and talk about the business of tech!

MikeTechShow:
http://www.MikeTechShow.com

Tech-vets podcast:
http://www.tech-vets.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Termini Brothers Italian Cookies:
http://www.termini.com

Enstrom's Famous Almost Toffee:
http://www.enstrom.com

Prints on canvas and other great photo-gift ideas:
http://www.WinkFlash.com

Carey's Network Diagnostic and Repair Article:
http://www.FixNetworkProblems.com

Hour one: Kodak. Tune in as Kodak talks about their newest consumer printers and all of their newest features.

http://www.PrintAndProsper.com

http://www.MarksGroup.net

Hour two, first half: Flip Video. Flip will be launching an update of its FlipShare software in December with several innovations including an all-new greeting card feature that allows users to creatively and personally share their videos with friends and family. There will also be a related Facebook app! Check it out on tonight’s show!

http://www.theflip.com

http://www.thevalet.com

Hour two, second half: MiMedia. As personal digital media collections continue to grow in size and online security becomes a greater concern, backing up is no longer just an option, it’s a must. Enter MiMedia, a first-of-its-kind online personal media platform. MiMedia allows users to store and share their entire digital media collections, then access these files from any Internet enabled location.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! Our new Editorial Sponsor Newegg joins Craig and Carey in this hour! Newegg is here to talk about the newest and hottest technology items for the holidays! Don’t miss this one!

http://www.NewEgg.com

Learn how to build a gaming computer with NewEgg and Carey Holzman:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUY0tP5jYIo

Enter NOW to win a fantastic gaming computer from NewEgg and Computer America, hand built and tested by our very own Carey Holzman and shipped right to your door!

http://www.computeramerica.com/contest_newegg.htm

Hour two: Dick DeBartolo, the GizWiz and Mad Magazine's maddest writer joins us for the latest technology gadgets and wild stuff from the Internet!

Hours one and two: Our Gamer Tuesdays are back! Joining us is IGN.com. Daemon Hatfield is the Senior Editor of IGN.com and our newest correspondent. He will talk about the hottest games and products for the holidays. Also joining us will be Ben Crossman. Ben is an avid game player and just got the newest World of Warcraft addition, Cataclysm. Ben will be reporting on his experiences with this latest product from Blizzard!

Hour one: TelTech Systems. TeleTech makes several innovative products such as their SpoofCard. This service lets you display any name and number on the Caller-ID unit of anyone you are calling! You can even disguise your voice and record the call as well. Other services include TrapCall. But are services like this really legal? Tune in and find out!

Hour one: iTag.com. iTag is a FREE Award Winning service to locate and protect your lost or stolen phone. View your cell phone’s location, make it ring from the website even if it set to silent or vibrate, lock the keys, back up your contacts, delete the information on the phone and MORE!

http://www.itag.com

Hour two: Qualys BrowserCheck is a FREE tool that scans your browser looking for potential vulnerabilities and security holes in your browser and its plugins. This tool will also help you fix the security issues discovered by the scan. The threat of browser-based data breaches is growing. The number of vulnerabilities in browser plugins is on the rise. Now is the time to be proactive about the security of your web browser. Tune in to hear all about this new security tool.

Hour one: Overstock.com is an online retailer offering a wide variety of high-quality, brand-name merchandise at discount prices, including bedding, home decor, appliances, watches, jewelry, electronics, sporting goods, clothing and shoes. They give customers an opportunity to shop for bargains conveniently, while offering manufacturers, distributors and other retailers an alternative sales channel.

http://www.OverStock.com

Hour two, first half: Gogobot is the first site built from the ground up to allow travelers to successfully tap into their social networks for helpful, fast and relevant travel advice. Instead of spending hours combing the internet for relevant travel advice, with Gogobot people can plan an entire trip itinerary in just a couple of clicks by tapping into their trusted network of friends via Facebook and Twitter. Gogobot is unique to the online travel space because the site’s innovative technology links the advice given by a travelers’ network of friends with all the necessary research they need such as maps, pictures, descriptions, reviews from other travelers, and booking information.

http://www.gogobot.com

Hour two, second half: Softonic started out in July 1997 as Tomás Diago´s end-of-course project at Intercom Online, one of the largest internet providers in Spain at the time. The project was called Shareware Intercom until 2000, when, due to its success, it became an independent company and the Softonic brand was born. Their mission is to help people find and enjoy the software they need to improve their lives. Softonic offers a catalog of more than 100,000 categorized programs. These are rated and reviewed by an editorial team that creates content for users of Windows, Macintosh, Linux and mobile phones in ten languages.

Hour one: MetaGeek. MetaGeek's Wi-Spy might fit in your pocket, but this portable USB spectrum analyzer is loaded with big-time performance. The high-resolution and enhanced amplitude range make the Wi-Spy even easier for you to identify interference in the 900 MHz, 2.4 GHz, or 5 GHz public ISM bands. With MetaGeek's compact spectrum analyzer, you can save time and money while installing, troubleshooting and managing your wireless networks!

http://www.metageek.net

Hour two, first half: Wayne Irving is the CEO of Iconosys, Inc. Iconosys is committed to developing a series of technologies designed to make mobile applications better, faster, easier, and ultimately safer to use.

Hours one and two: Author Scott Mueller is back! Scott's "Upgrading and Repairing PCs" book has been the best selling PC hardware book since it first came out over 17 years ago. It has become the industry-standard PC hardware reference book, well known among technicians, enthusiasts and users for its breadth, depth, and technical accuracy. Since it came out there have been many imitators (some even using deceptively similar titles) but few real competitors. If you like getting under the hood of your computer, Scott is the guy to tune into!

Buy Scott Mueller's books here:
http://tinyurl.com/6ku7we

20th Anniversary addition of Scott's book out now! You can learn more about it and download sample chapters here:
http://www.informit.com/promotions/promotion.aspx?promo=135473

Upgrading and Repairing PCs 20th Anniversary Addition:
http://www.amazon.com/Upgrading-Repairing-PCs-20th-Anniversary/dp/0789739542/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1245465124&sr=8-1

Topics and links discussed during tonight's show:

Retailer Accused of Inflating Google Ranking Is Arrested:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/212661/retailer_accused_of_inflating_google_ranking_is_arrested.html

Restore the deleted items from IMAP folders:
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/outlook-help/restore-the-deleted-items-from-imap-folders-HP010355557.aspx?CTT=1

Outlook 2010 and deleted messages in IMAP:
http://www.google.com/support/forum/p/gmail/thread?tid=2171c3274da2cf0e&hl=en

Get a GUI for RoboCopy in Windows XP
http://articles.techrepublic.com.com/5100-10878_11-6148549.html

Fasted SSD Hard Drive to date - OCZ Vertex 2 100GB:
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/reviews/ocz_vertex_2_100gb_review

An inexpensive yet effective high performance backup solution for multiple systems in a home or small office using free software, two (or more) raw drives, and one external dock:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=1896

Recommendations for external hard drive docking stations:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1881

Hour one and two: Mike Smith, host of the MikeTechShow podcast, joins Carey for both hours as they answer listener emails and talk about the business of tech!

MikeTechShow:
http://www.MikeTechShow.com

Tech-vets podcast:
http://www.tech-vets.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

our one: Acronis. We continue with our Backup Thursdays! Acronis joins us with the latest news in backup technology!

http://www.Acronis.com

Hour two: Scheduled is E FUN. E FUN is pleased to introduce their Nextbook brand, a line of sleek and lightweight Android tablets to the US market. Nextbook's newest model Next2 is an Andriod tablet that is also an e-reader with built-in Wi-Fi, and Borders eBook Store. It allows users to browse internet, receive and answer emails, watch YouTube videos, and listen to internet music!

http://www.nextbookusa.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

AVG Free Update Bricks 64-Bit Windows 7 PCs:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/212313/avg_free_update_bricks_64bit_windows_7_pcs.html

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! It's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Mike Cermak joins us in this hour!

http://www.TechGuy.org

Hour two: Wednesday Madness continues as we read and respond to your emails!

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Parallels Desktop Upgrade to Windows 7 Deluxe Software (with cable):
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832714009

TechTool Pro 5 for Mac:
http://www.micromat.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=202&Itemid=107

Hour one: BullGuard. Calling itself the most comprehensive Internet security suite at sub-$60 price point, it protects from online threats like identity theft, credit card fraud, hackers, spam, viruses and spyware. Tune in to hear more!

http://www.bullguard.com

Hour two: Master Lock. Master Lock has ventured into the digital security space to keep user’s computer passwords organized and safe. With the free Master Lock Vault application, all your various usernames and passwords are safe and secure, in one place.

Hour one: Apple aficionado Gene Steinberg joins Craig in this hour!

Hour two: Avanquest. As it’s always better in twos, this new software features two integrated anti-malware engines as well as reduced download and threat definition sizes, offering the highest total malware detection rates as verified by independent AV-Test. With the software’s new DoubleScan anti-malware technology featuring comprehensive protection, users can now feel safer without needing multiple anti-malware and anti-spyware solutions on their PCs.

Hour one: Dan Tynan joins Craig and Carey. Dan is the creator of e-sarcasm.

http://www.esarcasm.com

Hour two: Literati. Hear about this brand new electronic book that does so much more!

Hour one and two: It's Carey's solo show tonight and he updates us on the latest free software and services as well as offers insight on how to use your computer to get the best prices all year round for any purchase you are ready to make. Too much great info in this show! Don't miss this one!

Links discussed during this episode include:

Computer America's Free Software Page:
http://www.computeramerica.com/free.htm

10 Black Friday HDTV Deals:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/211323/10_black_friday_hdtv_deals.html?tk=hp_new

10 Amazing Black Friday Laptop Deals:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/211224/10_amazing_black_friday_laptop_deals.html

5-Minute Fixes for Windows PCs:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/210898/5minute_fixes_for_windows_pcs.html?&tk=hp_fv

Dell kept buyers in dark over hardware problems:
http://www.channelregister.co.uk/2010/11/22/dell_hardware_problems

Hour one and two: Mike Halsey, author of the recently relesased book Troubleshooting Windows 7 Inside Out, joins Carey this evening LIVE from England, via Skype, to discuss his book, answer your questions about Windows 7 and give away electronic copies of this fantastic book from Microsoft Press.

Troubleshooting Windows 7 Inside Out – Exclusive Free Chapter:
http://www.windows7news.com/2010/10/07/troubleshooting-windows-7-free-chapter

Buy the book here:
http://www.amazon.com/Troubleshooting-Windows-Inside-depth-troubleshooting/dp/0735645205/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1290225977&sr=8-1

Mike's previous book, the Windows 7 Power Users Guide, can be purchased here:
http://stores.lulu.com/windows7

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Hour one: David Perry. David is the Global Director of Education for Trend Micro and is here to talk about computer malware in this hour.

http://www.TrendMicro.com

Hour two: ENC Security Systems. Hear all about Encrypt Stick, a simple to download and easy to use utility. Important files that need to be secure are stored within encrypted Vaults. An unlimited number of vaults can be created on any type of writeable storage (hard drives, flash drives, network servers etc.) Encrypt Stick Vaults can’t be seen on a computer unless the USB device is inserted and the correct password entered. Experience true digital privacy on tonight’s show!

our one: It's Wednesday Madness! Our new Editorial Sponsor Newegg joins Craig and Carey in this hour! Newegg is here to talk about the newest and hottest technology items for the holidays! Don’t miss this one!

http://www.NewEgg.com

Enter NOW to win a fantastic gaming computer from NewEgg and Computer America, hand built and tested by our very own Carey Holzman and shipped right to your door!

http://www.computeramerica.com/contest_newegg.htm

Hour two: Dick DeBartolo, the GizWiz and Mad Magazine's maddest writer joins us for the latest technology gadgets and wild stuff from the Internet!

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Craig and Carey as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"Linux: It doesn't always work."

LINKS FOR THE TOPICS WE DISCUSSED:

When things go wrong: (Distrowatch.com top 10 distributions)
Distribution-agnostic forums:
http://www.linuxforums.org/forum

Ubuntu forums:
http://ubuntuforums.org

Fedora forums:
http://www.fedoraforum.org

Linux Mint forums:
http://forums.linuxmint.com

OpenSuSE forums:
http://forums.opensuse.org

Debian forums:
http://forums.debian.net

PCLinuxOS forums:
http://www.pclinuxos.com/forum/index.php

Sabayon forums:
http://forum.sabayon.org

Mandriva forums:
http://forum.mandriva.com

Arch Linux forums:
https://bbs.archlinux.org

Puppy Linux forums:
http://murga-linux.com/puppy

Here is a link to instructions on how to install WICD:
http://blog.sudobits.com/2010/07/23/install-wicd-network-manager-on-ubuntu-10-04

Article that also discusses how to use it:
http://www.ubuntugeek.com/wicd-wired-and-wireless-network-manager-for-ubuntu.html

Ubuntu community page on WICD:
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WICD

Ubuntu forums confirming that the WUSB54G is a problem after Ubuntu 9.10:
http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1397062&highlight=WUSB54G

Confirmation that NDISwrapper is a solution:
http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1499149&highlight=WUSB54G

Other links discussing NDISwrapper:
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/Ndiswrapper

Hours one and two: Ralph Bond, Consumer Electronics Reporter for KEX radio, Portland, Oregon. Ralph is also the media relations consultant for Autodesk. Enjoy two hours of the latest new consumer electronic products!

Hour one: Microsoft joins Crag in this hour to talk about Microsoft Office 2011 for the Macintosh!

Office for Mac Press sites:
http://www.microsoft.com/mac/news-and-press
http://www.microsoft.com/mac/press-room

Hour two, first half: Evolution Robotics. Mint is a robotic floor cleaning appliance esigned exclusively for hard surface floor cleaning. Mint automatically dusts and wet mops hard surface floors using popular cleaning cloths, such as Swiffer brand Dry and Wet Cloths and other similar products. In addition, natural, re-usable microfiber cloths ship with each unit, allowing consumers to continue to use their preferred cleaning products.

http://mintcleaner.com

Hour two, second half: Matthew Covington, senior director of product management at Smith Micro joins Craig for the final half hour of tonight's broadcast to talk about the latest edition of StuffIt Deluxe 2011.

http://www.smithmicro.com/about/news/introducing-stuffit-deluxe-2011-new-file-transfer-focus-provides-users-with-the-easiest-way-to-send-files.aspx

Hour one: iolo technologies. Hear all about iolo’s newest System Mechanic, Version 10! Now it identifies and corrects the Nine Root Causes of PC Slowdown. Plus you’ll hear about their new remote technical support service as well! If your computer’s speed is down to a crawl, you won’t want to miss this show!

http://www.iolo.com

Hour two: Intellitar, the developer of the Intelligent Avatar Platform, has announced today the release of Virtual Eternity live beta, a web-based, legacy creation and preservation service. This unique application allows users to create their own Intelligent Avatar by uploading their image and populating the digital brain by adding content and answering a series of pre-set and customizable questions. The resulting Intellitar, or digital clone, will look, think, act, and speak just like the user. Virtual Eternity takes climbing the family tree to an entirely new level. By focusing on today and looking forward to the future, users build their own digital, living legacy via their Intellitar.

Hours one and two: Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! Ed Bott joins Craig and Carey for both hours!

Get Ed's book, Windows 7 Inside Out:
http://tinyurl.com/yagq5qx

Hour one: Bungie. The developers of Halp Reach join Craig and Carey In this hour.

http://www.bungie.net/Projects/Reach/default.aspx

Hour two: PopCap Games. Hear all about PopCap’s newest games!

http://popcap.mediaroom.com/index.php?s=43&item=158

http://popcap.mediaroom.com/index.php?s=43&item=149

Hour one: George Jones, Editor in Chief of Maximum PC Magazine is back with Carey this hour to discuss the current (July 2010) edition of the magazine, on bookstore shelves now!

Check out their online content at:
http://www.maximumpc.com

and listen to their 'No BS' podcast at:
http://www.maximumpc.com/articles/Podcast

Maximum PCs YouTube channel:
http://www.youtube.com/maximumpcmag

Hour two: Carey continues this hour on his own to discuss tech news and other tech-related topics.

Understanding the 80 Plus Certification:
http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/Understanding-the-80-Plus-Certification/742

An inexpensive 80 Plus Bronze 380 watt Antec Power Supply, good for most home PCs:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371033

Hour one: Acronis. We continue with our Backup Thursdays! Acronis joins us with the latest news in backup technology as we give away free copies of Acronies True Image Home 2011 to every caller during this hour tonight only!!!

http://www.Acronis.com

Hour two: Pando. Returning for a more in depth explanation, Pando is a free file sharing software that makes downloading, streaming and sharing large media files fast, easy and fun.

http://www.pando.com/beta/pr-1M

http://www.pando.com/beta/pr-launch

http://www.pando.com/beta/pr-intel

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Mike Cermak joins us in this hour!

http://www.TechGuy.org

Hour two: Wednesday Madness continues with more of your emails, late-breaking computer news and more!

Other links discussed during this episode include:

New version of CCleaner released today:
http://www.piriform.com/ccleaner/download

Windows XP Beats Windows 7 in the Enterprise by 750 Percent:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/209691/windows_xp_beats_windows_7_in_the_enterprise_by_750_percent.html

Hour one: Sunbelt Software. Alex Eckelberry joins Craig and Carey this hour to talk abut the latest in anti-virus protection for your computer.

http://www.clearclouddns.com

Hour two, first half: Geek a Week. Len Peralta is an artist who has come up with a very unique deck of cards that feature geeks from around the globe!

http://geekaweek.net

http://www.lenperalta.com

Hour two, second half: LEGO. LEGO Universe is a safe, family friendly online environment where both kids and adults can bring their LEGO creations to life!

http://www.verticalwire.com/releases/2057-play-to-save-imagination-as-i-lego-universe-i-officially-launches-in-mass-retail-outlets-nationwide

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jo-_52jYJj0

http://www.LEGOuniverse.com

http://www.NetDevil.com

http://www.LEGO.com

Hour one, first half: Imperative Software. Hear about their Input Director. Input Director is a Windows application that lets you control multiple Windows systems using the keyboard/mouse attached to one computer. It is designed for folks who have two or more computers set up at home and find themselves regularly sliding from one system to the other. With Input Director, you can share a single keyboard/mouse across a set of systems. You switch which system receives the input either by hotkey or by moving the cursor so that it transitions from one screen to the other (in a very similar fashion to a multi-monitor setup). The idea being that you can position the monitors from two or more systems in a row and use a shared keyboard/mouse to control all of them.

Hour one, second half: Author Mikal E. Belicove who has written the Complete Idiot's Guide to Facebook.

Hour one: Seagate. Hear all about this hard drive manufacturer’s latest offerings of hard drives for your computer.

Hours one and two: DisplayMate Technologies. We are pleased to have Dr. Raymond Soneira join us for both hours! Dr. Soneira is now one of our Computer America correspondents who appears every fourth Thursday of the month to talk about display technology! His company DisplayMate Technologies, is the Industry Standard of Excellence for Image and Picture Quality. You’ll hear what you need to know before buying a TV, computer display, projector, in fact anything and everything having to do with video is up for grabs. If you can see it on a screen, it’s up for discussion on this show!

http://www.DisplayMate.com

LCD versus OLED:
http://www.displaymate.com/Smartphone_ShootOut_1.htm

Hour one: iolo technologies. Hear all about iolo’s newest System Mechanic, Version 10! Now it identifies and corrects the Nine Root Causes of PC Slowdown. Plus you’ll hear about their new remote technical support service as well! If your computer’s speed is down to a crawl, you won’t want to miss this show!

http://www.iolo.com

Hour one: Dan Tynan. Dan is now an official Computer America correspondent, appearing every fourth Tuesday of the month. Dan is a contributing editor for Family Circle, PC World, Infoworld, and author of two blogs, Computerworld's Culture Crash and his own Tynan on Tech. Dan joins in to talk about the latest computer news and events coming up in the weeks ahead.

http://www.esarcasm.com

http://www.DanTynan.com

Hour two, first half: Hamid Shojaee is the CEO & Founder of Axosoft and joins Craig and Carey for this half-hour interview to introduce us to TransferBigFiles.com and explain to us how it works. It allows the sending of files under 100mb for free and offers competitive prices for sending even larger files or using the service as a cloud back-up solution.

TransferBigFiles:
http://www.TransferBigFiles.com

TransferBigFiles iPhone App:
https://www.transferbigfiles.com/home/iphonetab

Axosoft:
http://www.axosoft.com

Hour two, first half: Nick Chandler is the marketing manager for NitroPDF and joins Craig and Carey this hour to tell us about this alternative to Adobe's Acrobat, only with more features, requires less resources and the paid version is much more affordable.

Hour one and two: Mike Smith, host of the MikeTechShow podcast, joins Carey for both hours as they answer listener emails and talk about the business of tech!

MikeTechShow:
http://www.MikeTechShow.com

Tech-vets podcast:
http://www.tech-vets.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Invoicing made easy:
https://www.billmyclients.com

Hour one: Greg Milliken, President of Motive Systems Inc., joins Craig this hour to explain how M-Files is an innovative electronic document management system that solves the problems of managing, finding, and tracking documents in today's information-intensive organizations.

Hour one, first half: PortableApps.com is the world's most popular portable software solution allowing you to take your favorite software with you. A fully open source and free platform, it works on any portable storage device (USB flash drive, iPod, memory card, portable hard drive, etc). With millions of users all over the world and a full collection of open source software as well as compatible freeware and commercial software and partners in the software and hardware industry, PortableApps.com is the most complete solution for life on the go.

http://PortableApps.com

Hour one, second half: Logitech-GoogleTV is Logitech’s new endeavor to bring the Internet to your television set. Hear all about their new Revue set-top box!

Hour one, first half: Logitech continues with us...

Logitech's Google TV product announcement:
http://www.logitech.com/en-us/172/7645

Images of Logitech's Google TV products can be found here:
http://assets.logitech.com/external/logitech/index.cfm?pageid=224&&optionid=204

Hour two, second half: Kodak Gallery. This new web-based service offers a variety of products and abilities not found anywhere else!

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes!

Hour two: Dick DeBartolo, the GizWiz and Mad Magazine's maddest writer joins us for the latest technology gadgets and wild stuff from the Internet!

http://gizwizbiz.squarespace.com/computer-america

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Carey has been invited as the Computer Club of Oklahoma City's Annual Open House, this Satuday, October 22nd! The event runs from 8am to 5pm and Carey will be speaking from 3pm to 5pm and closing the event. If you're in the area of Oklahoma City, please come see us!

http://www.ccokc.org

Otherwise, if you're on the East coast, you can join Carey on a cruise! Yes, the Florida Association of Computer Clubs is having their second annual technology cruise at sea January 27th - 31st, 2011. And for a cruise, its bargain priced! Book now and save even more money!

http://facug.org

You can pre-order Carey's upcoming book, The Healthy PC Second Edition, from Amazon starting today!

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Craig and Carey as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com

... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"Linux Accessibility"

LINKS FOR THE TOPICS WE DISCUSSED:

Our additional guest tonight is Jonathan Nadeau. Jonathan is a blind computer user who runs a computer business called Frostbite Systems. He builds Linux computers and sells them, specializing in computers pre-configured and optimized for the sight-impaired. He also builds and sells computers for sighted people as well.
http://frostbitesystems.com

When Johnathan is not building computers he is educating and empowering the Linux community through his own podcasts. He interviews luminaries from the Linux and open source world about their work and contributions to the Linux computing community.
http://www.frostbitemedia.org

His podcasts include Frostcast, Orcacast, This Week in Debian, and This Week in Fedora.

The episode of Going Linux where we discussed the 1-click installation sites was Episode 86:
http://goinglinux.com/2009shownotes.html#glp086

Hours one and two: Ralph Bond, Consumer Electronics Reporter for KEX radio, Portland, Oregon. Ralph is also the media relations consultant for Autodesk. Enjoy two hours of the latest new consumer electronic products!

Hour one: CityMac. This is an Apple store that’s privately owned. Craig talks to the store’s owner about how he views the industry and why people should consider alternate computer stores like CityMac.

Hour one: BiddingForGood is announcing the biggest set of technology tools they have ever made available to schools and charities. BiddingForGood creates and manages online auctions for non-profits; however, it is unlike any other e-commerce site. It contributes a whopping 91% of the revenue to the schools and non-profits their auctions support!

http://www.biddingforgood.com

Hour two, first half: Pando is a free file sharing software that makes downloading, streaming and sharing large media files fast, easy and fun.

http://www.Pando.com

Hour two, second half: Storage Guardian. Complementing offsite vaulting with a local backup means, small and medium-size businesses can restore critical data at LAN speeds, eliminate tape backup, and benefit from a cost-effective strategy for offsite data backup and migration. New, local-only disk backup service offers all the features of its enterprise backup technology, including agentless operation for easy deployment and intelligent, secure data compression, and adds the additional benefits of reducing WAN bandwidth needs and fast restore of mission-critical data at LAN speeds, whenever needed.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Mike Cermak joins us in this hour!

http://www.TechGuy.org

Hour two: Craig and Carey read your emails and play your voicemails and respond.

Other links discussed during this episode include:

British teen, Luke Angel, banned from United States for life for offensive e-mail to President Obama:
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/world/2010/09/13/2010-09-13_british_teen_luke_angel_banned_from_united_states_for_life_for_offensive_email_t.html

The lightweight version of xplorer² is not as powerful as the professional version but it shares the same desktop browsing and file management engine, it sports dual panes and folder tabs, and gives many rival paid-for file managers a run for their money — literally! It is a complete little file manager, albeit lacking a bit in bells and whistles:
http://www.zabkat.com/x2lite.htm

TRx Phone Recorder:
http://www.nch.com.au/trx/index.html

Hour one: Gateway Just announced an all new all-in-one PC design, adding more models, configurations and options to its popular ZX Series. The new ZX models feature a completely new chassis design, and will become our “mainstream” offering (the current design will remain as the premium line). With prices starting at $899.99, the new Gateway Ones feature 21.5- or 23-inch full high definition displays, powerful Intel Pentium or Core i3 processors and Blu-ray drives. One model includes a TV tuner.

Gateway One ZX4951 (20-inch AIO):
http://www.gateway.com/systems/product/529668789.php

Gateway One ZX6951 (23-inch AIO):
http://www.gateway.com/systems/product/529668790.php

Press release can be found here:
http://www.gateway.com/about/news_info/press_release.php

Hour two: Jason Topel, VP of product development will talk about Pandigital Novel eReaders and of course the eReader market in general, what customers what, what sorts of things customers should consider with an eReader, etc.

Hours one and two: Author Scott Mueller is back! Scott's "Upgrading and Repairing PCs" book has been the best selling PC hardware book since it first came out over 17 years ago. It has become the industry-standard PC hardware reference book, well known among technicians, enthusiasts and users for its breadth, depth, and technical accuracy. Since it came out there have been many imitators (some even using deceptively similar titles) but few real competitors. If you like getting under the hood of your computer, Scott is the guy to tune into!

Buy Scott Mueller's books here:
http://tinyurl.com/6ku7we

20th Anniversary addition of Scott's book out now! You can learn more about it and download sample chapters here:
http://www.informit.com/promotions/promotion.aspx?promo=135473

Upgrading and Repairing PCs 20th Anniversary Addition:
http://www.amazon.com/Upgrading-Repairing-PCs-20th-Anniversary/dp/0789739542/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1245465124&sr=8-1

Topics and links discussed during tonight's show:

We've come a long way since the first DVD drives appeared in 1997:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1830

Microsoft still doesn't include an MPEG-2 decoder (required to play DVDs) in all versions of Windows sold today (most but not all):
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?t=739

PC History: Memory cards for 386 motherboards:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1849

From this we could talk about the changeover from memory "cards" in bus slots to SIMMs/DIMMs, and the effect of cache memory on things.

Will a higher wattage PSU prevent the system from resetting whenever the UPS kicks in?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1850

Does "RAID mode" (BIOS Setup) also include AHCI functionality?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1841

Window XP and 7/Vista have incompatible startup sequences that can cause problems in multi-boot installations (which is one reason why I recommend running multiple OS via VMs):
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=1838

What exactly is "Windows XP Mode" in Windows 7?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=10191#p10191

SATA cables can fail partially or intermittently, causing problems in booting or loading Windows:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=1822

What is the purpose of the "Appdata" folder in Windows 7/Vista?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=1848

Problems can occur when reloading Windows due to malware such as rootkits:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=1855

Formatting USB removable flash drives:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?t=1661

TestDisk is powerful free data recovery software! It was primarily designed to help recover lost partitions and/or make non-booting disks bootable again when these symptoms are caused by faulty software, certain types of viruses or human error (such as accidentally deleting a Partition Table). Partition table recovery using TestDisk is really easy:
http://www.cgsecurity.org/wiki/TestDisk

Hour one and two: Tim Taylor joins Carey this hour. Tim Taylor owns TaylorWorks, an IT company in Central Florida. He is also the host of Digital Nation Radio, heard on Saturday’s at 2:00 PM EST. Digital Nation is a live call in show about all things technical. Podcasts are available on the Digital Nation Radio web site and also iTunes. TaylorWorks is a full service IT firm. From PCs to servers, web development and hosting, remote backup, custom programming – their slogan is "Everything IT". Tim has been in the IT field over 25 years and has done everything from programming mainframes to building and managing PC networks of over 300 machines. His company today maintains networks all over Central Florida and hosts web sites for companies in over 23 states. Tim and Carey discuss Backup Disaster Recovery (BDS) and when comparing servers vs network attached storage devices.

http://www.DigitalNationRadio.com

http://www.TaylorWorks.net

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Clear - High Speed Mobile 4G Wireless Internet Connection Service with WiMax:
http://www.Clear.com

Hour one: Acronis. We continue with our Backup Thursdays! Acronis joins us with the latest news in backup technology!

http://www.Acronis.com

Hour two: PC Tools. PC Tools just launched its new 2011 product line up along with some startling new research about online consumer behavior. The research findings reveal the social impact that the internet and technology is having on American culture, specifically as related to connectivity, privacy, and responsibility.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes!

Hour two:
Hour two: Life360 enables parents to utilize technology to better protect their families, specifically by keeping their children safe. Its iPhone application, Family and Offender GPS Tracker enables parents to continuously monitor their children's whereabouts.

http://www.life360.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

The Logitech Revue:
http://www.logitech.com/en-us/smartTV/what-is-google-tv?WT.mc_id=usym_redir_mkt_smart-googletv&strf=universal

Maximum PC's review of the Revue:
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/features/logitech_revue_google_tv_hands-_impressions_and_analysis

Hour one, first half: Ninite is the easiest way to install software. You can get multiple programs at once without any junk or clicking Next again and again.

http://www.Ninite.com

Hour one, second half: Input Director, a Windows application that lets you control multiple Windows systems using the keyboard/mouse attached to one computer, was scheduled this hour but failed to appear. So Craig and Carey improvise with talking about the latest in tech-related news.

Hour two: GreenPrint makes it easy to print only the pages you want saving you around $100 a year on paper and ink, as well as helping to save millions of trees.

Hour one: OnStar. OnStar just announced a relaunch of its brand with a focus on “responsible connectivity,” which will bring new services, capabilities and technology to its nearly six million subscribers. These additions to the OnStar suite of products will significantly increase drivers’ in-car connection to the world, while extending OnStar’s safty leadership in the automotive industry.

Hour one: RunPee.com. It came to him after watching the movie King Kong, which was 3ish hours long. Both he and his wife were thinking how nice it would be to have a website that listed movie times they could easily miss and run to the bathroom to empty our poor bladders, and not miss any crucial scenes. That’s what RunPee.com is all about! And there’s more!

http://www.RunPee.com

Hour one: Epson. Epson introduced three new premium photo all-in-ones - the Artisan 835, Artisan 725 and an all-white Artisan 725 Arctic Edition - designed to deliver quality, reliability and superior performance for today’s active digital families. The three all-in-ones deliver an array of unique features, including the world’s fastest 4”x6” photo print speeds, built-in Wi-Fi n, wireless printing from an Apple iPhone, a variety of creative applications, and image quality preferred by consumers 3-to-1 over the competition.

Epson Artisan 835 Landing Page:
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/Product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&sku=C11CA73201

Epson Artisan 725 Landing Page:
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/Product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&sku=C11CA74201

Hour two: Pandora. Pandora gives people music they love anytime, anywhere, through any connected device. Personalized stations launch instantly with the input of a single "seed" - a favorite artist, song or genre. The Music Genome Project, a deeply detailed, hand-built musical taxonomy, powers Pandora's personalization - using musicological "DNA" and constant listener feedback to craft personalized stations from a growing collection of hundreds of thousands of recordings. Tens of millions of people in the U.S. turn on Pandora to hear music they love.

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes!

Hour two: Wednesday Madness continues with more of your emails, late-breaking computer news and more!

Links discussed during this episode include:

Join Carey in Oklahoma City on Saturday, October 23rd, 2010, as he does the keynote presentation for the Computer Club of Oklahoma City's Annual Open House from 3pm to 5pm. Everyone's invited to attend! For more information, please visit:
http://www.ccokc.org

Hour one: Dan Tynan. Dan is now an official Computer America correspondent, appearing every fourth Tuesday of the month. Dan is a contributing editor for Family Circle, PC World, Infoworld, and author of two blogs, Computerworld's Culture Crash and his own Tynan on Tech. Dan joins in to talk about the latest computer news and events coming up in the weeks ahead.

http://www.esarcasm.com

Hour two: SoftCity. SoftCity is the world's first social commerce community built around software experts with a goal of a better software experience for all. The site is a place where users can find advice, purchase software and earn rewards.

Hour one: Carey is solo this hour and talks about the latest in tech news.

Hour two: Bud and Kristin Gragg, authors of The Underwater Mortgage – How to Survive Your Sinking Ship While Keeping Your Sense of Humor, join Carey this hour to discuss what you can do if you are one of the more than 12 million of people in America who are losing their homes.

Buy the book:
http://www.theunderwatermortgage.com

prweb:
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/08/prweb4402664.htm

blog
http://www.meetbudgragg.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Windows Live Essentials Beta (for Windows Vista and 7 ONLY!):
http://explore.live.com/windows-live-essentials-beta

Hulu Coming to Roku Boxes Soon?
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/news/hulu_coming_roku_boxes_soon

6 Internet Explorer 9 Beta Pros and Cons:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/206371/6_internet_explorer_9_beta_pros_and_cons.html

Google Cake Doodle Marks 12th Birthday: A Look Back:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/206246/google_cake_doodle_marks_12th_birthday_a_look_back.html

Warning: Fake LinkedIn Spam Can Steal Your Bank Passwords:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/206372/warning_fake_linkedin_spam_can_steal_your_bank_passwords.html

Apple TV Now Shipping:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/206285/apple_tv_now_shipping.html

ISP Fights "Hurt Locker" P2P Subpoena, Wins:
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/news/isp_fights_hurt_locker_p2p_subpoena_wins

AMD is retiring the ATI brand:
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/features/20_most_important_moments_history_ati

Hour one and two: Mike Smith, host of the MikeTechShow podcast, joins Carey for both hours as they answer listener emails and talk about the business of tech!

MikeTechShow:
http://www.MikeTechShow.com

Tech-vets podcast:
http://www.tech-vets.com

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Smart Computing Magazine's list of computer user groups across the country and around the world:
http://www.smartcomputing.com/groups/default.aspx

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes!

Hours one and two: We devote the entire show to Linux! Our Linux advocate and correspondent, Larry Bushey, is the creator and host of the top-rated Going Linux Podcast. He joins Craig and Carey as they discuss all things Linux!

You can find the Going Linux podcast on iTunes, on Podcast Alley, or on the Going Linux website:
http://goinglinux.com ... and on Twitter and Identi.ca (@goinglinux) and Facebook (or just Google for Larry Bushey Linux. You'll find lots of stuff!)

LINUX TOPIC FOR THE MONTH:
"Cloud-based Linux Distributions"

LINKS FOR THE TOPICS WE DISCUSSED:
Peppermint OS and Peppermint Ice OS
http://peppermintos.com/about-peppermint

Fast, lightweight Linux distributions, based on Linux Mint and Ubuntu, using very few hard-drive based applications. These distributions use a concept called "Site Specific Browsers" to present web applications in a single-purpose browser window that makes it look and work much like a traditional installed application. To put web apps on your desktop, Peppermint OS uses Mozilla's Firefox and Mozilla's Prism technology. Peppermint Ice uses Google's Chromium browser.

Peppermint OS Web Apps:
Editor by Pixlr [Image Editor], Facebook, Hulu, Last.FM, Pandora, Seesmic Web, The Cloud Player, YouTube, eBuddy, Google Calendar, Google Docs, Google Mail, Google Reader
Peppermint OS Installed Apps:
Firefox Web Browser, Drop-Box, Exaile [Music Management & Player], Prism, X-Chat [IRC Client], Transmission [Bit Torrent Client]

Peppermint Ice Web Apps:
Editor by Pixlr [Image Editor], Facebook, Hulu, Last.FM, Pandora, Seesmic Web, The Cloud Player, YouTube, eBuddy, Google Calendar, Google Docs, Google Mail, Google Reader
Peppermint Ice Installed Apps:
Chromium Web Browser, Drop-Box, Xnoise [Music Management & Player], Ice, X-Chat [IRC Client], Transmission [Bit Torrent Client]

Mozilla Prism:
http://prism.mozillalabs.com
The Cloud Player:
http://www.thecloudplayer.com

Hour one: Autodesk, a leader in 3D design, engineering and entertainment software, announced AutoCAD for Mac software. This version of AutoCAD, one of the most widely used software for professional design and engineering, runs natively on Mac OS X and will increase choice of hardware for millions of users around the world. Autodesk also announced the AutoCAD WS mobile application , a new app for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch that will allow users to edit and share their AutoCAD designs in the field.

Hour one: We continue with our Backup Thursdays! Acronis joins us with the latest news in backup technology!

http://www.Acronis.com

Hour two: David Perry. David talks about Titanium! Tiny, cloud AV. New way to deal with the flood (over 500,000) new malwares a day!

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes!

Hour two: Dick DeBartolo, the GizWiz and Mad Magazine's maddest writer joins us for the latest technology gadgets and wild stuff from the Internet!

http://gizwizbiz.squarespace.com/computer-america

Hour one: EzWebCalendar. It's the online calendar Computer America uses to schedules its guests and show topics! Having a web-based calendar is an ideal way to keep everyone's schedule in sync and keep them informed. It could be perfect for you as well. Check it out!

http://www.EZWebCalendar.com

Hour two: Joe Siegrist, CEO of LastPass.com, joins Craig and Carey this hour to tell us how you can safely store all of your passwords on your computer, and online, encrypted and secured and LastPass will enter them for you automatically. Even web-forms! ...AND IT'S COMPLETELY FREE!!!

http://www.LastPass.com

Hours one and two: Author Scott Mueller is back! Scott's "Upgrading and Repairing PCs" book has been the best selling PC hardware book since it first came out over 17 years ago. It has become the industry-standard PC hardware reference book, well known among technicians, enthusiasts and users for its breadth, depth, and technical accuracy. Since it came out there have been many imitators (some even using deceptively similar titles) but few real competitors. If you like getting under the hood of your computer, Scott is the guy to tune into!

Buy Scott Mueller's books here:
http://tinyurl.com/6ku7we

20th Anniversary addition of Scott's book out now! You can learn more about it and download sample chapters here:
http://www.informit.com/promotions/promotion.aspx?promo=135473

Upgrading and Repairing PCs 20th Anniversary Addition:
http://www.amazon.com/Upgrading-Repairing-PCs-20th-Anniversary/dp/0789739542/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1245465124&sr=8-1

Topics and links discussed during tonight's show:

An improperly installed heatsink can dramatically slow down a system:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1776

This slowdown is due to the fact that modern processors are designed to throttle down to prevent overheating, such that they can even run (albeit slowly) without *any* heatsink installed:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=4655#p4655

Some Dell systems (like the XPS Gen 3), include power supplies with standard connectors but non-standard physical form factors. This means a standard PSU will plug-in, but will not physically fit in the chassis:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=9996#p9996

How do you properly calibrate a color display:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1792

It is possible for a bad Power Supply to damage a motherboard, and certain PSUs are very prone to this behavior:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1770

The first BDXL drives and media have recently been released. BDXL discs will have three (100GB) or four (128GB) layers:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1718

How should you optimize a system for an SSD (Solid-State Disk) drive?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=9560#p9560

Can you access a printer shared on a 32-bit Windows system from a client running 64-bit Windows, and vice versa? If so, how, as many people seem to have problems with it?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=10031#p10031

Unlike the 32-bit editions, Windows 7/Vista x64 editions have only a single HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer) for all systems whether they are uni-processor or multi-processor. In addition, 7/Vista are "HAL independent", meaning that even on 32-bit versions the correct HAL should be dynamically selected at startup:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=1803

What are the best ways to speed up an older laptop running Windows XP?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=9947#p9947

What are the basic methods available to reinstall Windows XP on systems from the major OEM vendors?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=9868#p9868

How can you "take ownership" of files when the OS denies access?
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=9800#p9800

Lots of people are upset (myself included) that Windows 7 removed the "sharing" overlay icon (indicator), and Microsoft's excuse (...to reduce large cognitive loads on users...) is pretty lame:
http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/w7itproui/thread/a343b94a-d864-4607-a2c1-a5a06c2a79c6

This is unfortunately just one of the many useful features removed from Windows 7:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Features_removed_from_Windows_7

Windows 7 finally passed Windows Vista in market share, however Windows XP still has more than twice the market share of both 7 and Vista *combined*:
http://forum.scottmueller.com/viewtopic.php?p=9719#p9719

Hour one and two: Ewen Rankin, professional photographer and host of the Bagel Tech News podcast, joins Carey for both hours tonight to discuss how digital cameras work, what are the best digital cameras to buy today and how to save some money in the process! Ewen is also taking your phone calls to answer any digital photography questions you have, live on air!

Bagel Tech News is a weekly show that aims to provide some comment, not too stuffy, not too informed (geeks they aren’t) and not too serious on the issues that are in play at the moment in the technology sector. This is a podcast for the consumer who would love to know more but only has the time to download the podcast and then listen over breakfast, on the train or in the car. Host Ewen Rankin is a professional photographer in the UK and joins Carey for both hours tonight to discuss the digital photography business and what it means to be a photographer.

BagelTechNews Podcast:
http://www.bageltechnews.com

Ewen's personal site (see samples of his photography here!):
http://www.ewenrankin.co.uk

Other links discussed during this episode include:

Free image re-sizing software:
http://www.xnview.com/en/xnview.html

Or, you have Windows XP, there is a free download from Microsoft called the Image Resizer PowerToy that enables you to simply right-click on any picture to resize it:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/downloads/powertoys/xppowertoys.mspx

Hour one: GreenPeace. A new Greenpeace report finds that at current growth rates, data centers and telecommunication networks, which bring information to mobile devices like the iPad, will consume about 1,963 billion kilowatts hours of electricity in 2020, more than triple their current consumption and over half the current electricity consumption of the United States -- or more than France, Germany, Canada and Brazil -- combined. How Can IT Clean Up Its Carbon Footprint? Tune in and hear what can be done to clean things up and how you can help.

http://www.greenpeace.org/coolit

Hour two: Wuala. Wuala is a secure online storage solution, allowing its users to store their files online, access their data from anywhere, and share files easily with family, friends and co-workers. Files can be backed up automatically and synced across multiple computers and online. Wuala is based on a revolutionary technology that was researched at Zurich. Users begin with 1GB of storage but can expand as they like by trading idle disk space or by buying additional online storage. And now, Wuala announces its latest feature - Wuala Sync. Users can now synchronize files online and across multiple computers and operating systems. Changes made on the user's home computer will be automatically synchronized to his or her work computer. The user can work right on the desktop, even if offline. In addition, Wuala's file versioning and time travel feature allows users to access and restore previous file versions.

http://www.Wuala.com

Hour one and two: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes!

Links we discussed during this episode include:

Free support at TechGuy:
http://www.TechGuy.org

Optical recognition software reviews:
http://tinyurl.com/37jcpok

Record anything on your screen (MAC USERS ONLY):
http://www.ambrosiasw.com/utilities/snapzprox

Clickfree, the easiest backup device you can buy:
http://www.ClickFree.com/computeramerica

Hour one: Plustek. A manufacturer of imaging devices (including portable scanners, sheet fed/flat bed scanners, wide format scanners) and network video recorders for IP cameras, Plustek has just announced the SmartPhoto P60, the latest offering from Plustek's award-winning line of scanners. The SmartPhoto P60 converts old photographs into digital files with the touch of a button. Fast and easy to use, any 4x6 inch photograph can be scanned and imported into a computer in as little as 18 seconds. No additional software is needed to convert or upload photos. Once scanned, digital photos may be shared on-line, thru email, and on digital photo frames just like a photo created by a digital camera. If a scanner is in your future, check out this show before you buy one!

http://plustek.com/product/p60.asp

Hour two: IronKey. Your identity and personal data are too valuable to risk. IronKey Personal keeps you protected with military-grade encryption and easy-to-use identity management. The result of extensive research and development, and the collaboration of some of the world's leading experts in cryptography and the Internet, IronKey is the world's most secure flash drive. IronKey Personal comes loaded with a secure private browser that lets you surf anonymously and protects your passwords whenever you go online. IronKey Personal simplifies your digital lifestyle while giving you added peace of mind.

Hour one: Christopher Breen, Senior Editor of Macworld Magazine.

Hour one: Hear about Saavi Accountability, an instant online accountability program that can be used by parents wishing to hold their children accountable online and by individuals who want to hold themselves accountable online. Parents can install Saavi Accountability on all of the computers in their home and then customize the standards for individuals in their family. Anytime those standards are violated on any of the computers, parents can be notified instantly via email and/or text message immediately. Individuals can install Saavi Accountability on their computers and select as many accountability partners as they wish. In this case, the individual would set their own standards to hold themselves accountable. Anytime those standards are violated, the accountability partner(s) will be notified instantly via email and/or text message.

http://www.SaaviAccountability.com

Hour two: David Perry. Trend Micro’s Global Education Director is here to talk about the latest in the world of anti-virus products! Malware, phishing, you name it. We’ll be talking about it in this hour!

Hour one: It's Wednesday Madness! You never know who may stop in! Plus it's OPEN phone lines! We answer your questions on ANY computer and technology topic. We read your emails and Feedbacks, play your voice messages, it's anything goes! Mike Cermak joins us in this hour!

http://www.TechGuy.org

Hour two: Craig and Carey read your emails and play your voicemails and respond.

Other links discussed during this episode include:

List of features removed in Windows 7:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Features_removed_from_Windows_7

Operating System Market Share:
http://www.netmarketshare.com/operating-system-market-share.aspx?qprid=10

Hour one: Pagos. SpreadsheetLIVE delivers a fully featured spreadsheet application environment for the web browser. Create spreadsheets from scratch and access them from any computer with an internet connection. Easily share your spreadsheets over the internet and collaborate in real time with other users.

http://www.spreadsheetlive.com