http://www.cfra.com/schedule/info.asp?id=81 This show takes a look at everything digital...our computers, our cell phones, our gizmos and gadgets that have become staples of our life. We love getting your emails, send us your questions and comments to computershow@cfra.com en-us 580 CFRA 2008 computershow@cfra.com 580 CFRA This show takes a look at everything digital...our computers, our cell phones, our gizmos and gadgets that have become staples of our life. We love getting your emails, send us your questions and comments to computershow@cfra.com 580 CFRA computershow@cfra.com Ottawa, computer radio show, hardware, software, CFRA clean This week we have Kristy Nolan from Henry's Camera in Kanata in studio with us to discuss some of the latest innovations in HD video cameras and SLR digital photography. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/2/TCS2009-05-16.mp3 Sat, 16 May 2009 11:25:08 EDT Norman Jack, George Valenzuela All about digital photography and video This week we have Kristy Nolan from Henry's Camera in Kanata in studio with us to discuss some of the latest innovations in HD video cameras and SLR digital photography. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 00:00:00 NEW http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/4/TCS-2009-06-06.mp3 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 12:06:49 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela NEW 40:50 This week we have a special airing of our call in tech help show. As usual, we are joined by Paul Middleveen of The Trailing Edge to take listener calls and emails. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/5/TCS-2009-06-13.mp3 Sat, 13 Jun 2009 11:16:59 EDT Melanie Adams, George Valenzuela and Paul Middleveen. Monthly Tech Call In Show This week we have a special airing of our call in tech help show. As usual, we are joined by Paul Middleveen of The Trailing Edge to take listener calls and emails. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 0:10 A mixed bag his week including a favourite website where you can learn languages in a fun and interactive way. We also talked about the latest Firefox preview release, their upcoming 3.5 browser looks to be a big step forward in speed and stability. We talked about a great little application called CodySafe that lets you turn your USB drive into a portable operating system and run apps and documents without having to use the host computer operating system. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/6/04%2020090620%20110712%20CFRA.mp3 Sat, 20 Jun 2009 12:20:55 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela A Bit of Pot Pourri A mixed bag his week including a favourite website where you can learn languages in a fun and interactive way. We also talked about the latest Firefox preview release, their upcoming 3.5 browser looks to be a big step forward in speed and stability. We talked about a great little application called CodySafe that lets you turn your USB drive into a portable operating system and run apps and documents without having to use the host computer operating system. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section 01:07:39 This week Norm talks to Reade Barber, Director of Data Marketing for Rogers Communications, about the company's introduction of the first two cell phones with the Google Android operating system. Norm also interviews Michael O'Reirdan, chairman of (MAAWG), an industry-wide group aimed at cracking down on SPAM in e-mail, instant messaging, and social networking sites. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/8/04%2020090718%20110633%20CFRA.mp3 Sat, 18 Jul 2009 12:05:39 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela MAAWG Tips, Google Android on Rogers and Apollo 11 This week Norm talks to Reade Barber, Director of Data Marketing for Rogers Communications, about the company's introduction of the first two cell phones with the Google Android operating system. Norm also interviews Michael O'Reirdan, chairman of (MAAWG), an industry-wide group aimed at cracking down on SPAM in e-mail, instant messaging, and social networking sites. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 00:00:00 This week we discuss some of more noteworthy items in technology news over the past week or so, including Microsoft releasing 20000 lines of code to the Linux project under the GPL, a new wireless power source called Witricity. We also discuss some simple strategies you can employ to backup your valuable data at home or at work. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/9/TCS-2009-07-27.mp3 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 11:31:42 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Simple backup strategies and Windows 7 goes to manufacturing. This week we discuss some of more noteworthy items in technology news over the past week or so, including Microsoft releasing 20000 lines of code to the Linux project under the GPL, a new wireless power source called Witricity. We also discuss some simple strategies you can employ to backup your valuable data at home or at work. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 41:10 This week Norm spoke with Jim Pine of Hastings County about the plan to introduce a new high-speed internet backbone to rural Eastern Ontario. Norm then spoke with Dave Marcus from McAfee Security on the absolute explosion of malicious threats, scams and dangerous computer programs in 2009. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/10/04%2020090801%20110742%20CFRA.mp3 Sat, 01 Aug 2009 12:11:23 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela More Windows 7 upgrades, rural high speed internet and the proliferation of SPAM. This week Norm spoke with Jim Pine of Hastings County about the plan to introduce a new high-speed internet backbone to rural Eastern Ontario. Norm then spoke with Dave Marcus from McAfee Security on the absolute explosion of malicious threats, scams and dangerous computer programs in 2009. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 00:00:00 We are joined by Paul Middleveen from the Trailing Edge in studio today to take listener questions on air and through email. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/11/TCS-2009-08-08.mp3 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:50:31 EDT Norman Jack, George Valenzuela and Paul Middleveen. Monthly tech call-in show We are joined by Paul Middleveen from the Trailing Edge in studio today to take listener questions on air and through email. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 00:44:02 This week we look at what shows are available online and on demand. Many Canadian broadcasters have made their primetime shows available through their websites and we provide you with a list of some of the more popular ones. We also recap some of our tips on managing, converting and organizing your music files. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/13/TCS-2009-08-22.mp3 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 11:56:34 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Watch TV online and more about your media files. This week we look at what shows are available online and on demand. Many Canadian broadcasters have made their primetime shows available through their websites and we provide you with a list of some of the more popular ones. We also recap some of our tips on managing, converting and organizing your music files. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 44:28 This week, Norm spoke with Jim Galpin from McAfee security, with some great tips on keeping your kids safe online as they go back to school and their online activity increases. We also took a look at some great advice for taking advantage of energy rebates for your online equipment as well an in depth look at some of the more interesting technology news stories. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/14/TCS-2009-08-29.mp3 Sat, 29 Aug 2009 11:37:58 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Back to school tips to protect your kids online, energy rebates and in depth in the news. This week, Norm spoke with Jim Galpin from McAfee security, with some great tips on keeping your kids safe online as they go back to school and their online activity increases. We also took a look at some great advice for taking advantage of energy rebates for your online equipment as well an in depth look at some of the more interesting technology news stories. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 43:05 We are joined by Paul Middleveen from the Trailing Edge in studio today to take listener questions on air and through email. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/15/TCS-2009-09-05.mp3 Sat, 05 Sep 2009 11:21:38 EDT Norman Jack, George Valenzuela and Paul Middleveen. Monthly Tech Call-In Show We are joined by Paul Middleveen from the Trailing Edge in studio today to take listener questions on air and through email. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 44:19 Norm speaks with John Spencer, Director of mobile broadband for Rogers about their mobile broadband solution and a significant discount on a netbook with the technology built right in. We also spoke with Paul Middleveen of The Trailing Edge about what is available to users for backing up their computers. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/16/TCS-2009-09-12.mp3 Sat, 12 Sep 2009 11:16:27 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Rogers Mobile Broadband, backup drive solutions and some tech news bits. Norm speaks with John Spencer, Director of mobile broadband for Rogers about their mobile broadband solution and a significant discount on a netbook with the technology built right in. We also spoke with Paul Middleveen of The Trailing Edge about what is available to users for backing up their computers. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 44:42 A bit of a mixed bag this week as Norm and George discuss ways to keep malware from infecting your computer and how to remove it if it is present. We also look at a little program designed to save disk space by cleaning up all the automatic Java updates pushed to your computer, finally we look in depth into the latest tech news stories. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/17/TCS-2009-09-19.mp3 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:39:12 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Remove malvertising and malware and extended in the news. A bit of a mixed bag this week as Norm and George discuss ways to keep malware from infecting your computer and how to remove it if it is present. We also look at a little program designed to save disk space by cleaning up all the automatic Java updates pushed to your computer, finally we look in depth into the latest tech news stories. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 37:56 Description: This week Norm spoke to Wendy Threader, Business Professor at Algonquin College about a great online service for students looking to profile a professional image online. Norm also spoke with Olivia Wood, Managing Director of iMinds in Australia about their new service that lets people download short audio clips on various topics that lets people make the most of the time they spend waiting around. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/18/TCS-2009-09-26.mp3 Sat, 26 Sep 2009 11:45:29 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Learn while you wait, sell yourself online, Google FastFlip. Description: This week Norm spoke to Wendy Threader, Business Professor at Algonquin College about a great online service for students looking to profile a professional image online. Norm also spoke with Olivia Wood, Managing Director of iMinds in Australia about their new service that lets people download short audio clips on various topics that lets people make the most of the time they spend waiting around. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 00:00:00 We are joined by Paul Middleveen from the Trailing Edge in studio today to take listener questions on air and through email. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/19/TCS-200-10-03.mp3 Sat, 03 Oct 2009 11:26:40 EDT Norman Jack, George Valenzuela and Paul Middleveen. Monthly tech call-in show We are joined by Paul Middleveen from the Trailing Edge in studio today to take listener questions on air and through email. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 00:40:00 Norm speaks with Andy Wright, head of the network take to market team from Bell Canada about their investment into a new high speed cell phone network and unveiling a set of new GSM phones. Norm also spoke with Dave Klenske if McAfee about their new online secure data storage service. Finally Norm and George give some tips and tricks on how to make the most of Google Street View in Canada now. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/20/04%2020091010%20110724%20CFRA.mp3 Sat, 10 Oct 2009 11:52:14 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela Street View in Canada, McAfee online storage and Bell unveils new high speed network Norm speaks with Andy Wright, head of the network take to market team from Bell Canada about their investment into a new high speed cell phone network and unveiling a set of new GSM phones. Norm also spoke with Dave Klenske if McAfee about their new online secure data storage service. Finally Norm and George give some tips and tricks on how to make the most of Google Street View in Canada now. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 00:00:00 Description: Norm speaks with Alec Taylor, Director of mobile communications business branch for Microsoft Canada about their new mobile phone operating system and how Telus and Bell will be releasing phones featuring this new system. He also speaks a little bit about the applications that will be made available to the phone. We also spoke about the new law in Ontario that makes it illegal to drive a car while operating a phone, and offered up some tips on how you can get some hands free accessories to avoid getting fined. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/21/TCS-2009-10-17.mp3 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 11:51:07 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Windows mobile phone, Microsoft patch day and handsfree phone accessories. Description: Norm speaks with Alec Taylor, Director of mobile communications business branch for Microsoft Canada about their new mobile phone operating system and how Telus and Bell will be releasing phones featuring this new system. He also speaks a little bit about the applications that will be made available to the phone. We also spoke about the new law in Ontario that makes it illegal to drive a car while operating a phone, and offered up some tips on how you can get some hands free accessories to avoid getting fined. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 39:13 Sue Borden, Senior Manager for Microsoft Canada joined us live on the phone to talk about the much anticipated and highly successful launch of Windows 7. It has been years in the waiting and has been very well received by computer users everywhere. Listen for some great tips on the latest Microsoft operating system. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/22/TCS-2009-10-24.mp3 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:05:43 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Welcome Windows 7 Sue Borden, Senior Manager for Microsoft Canada joined us live on the phone to talk about the much anticipated and highly successful launch of Windows 7. It has been years in the waiting and has been very well received by computer users everywhere. Listen for some great tips on the latest Microsoft operating system. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 43:17 This week Mike Murphy is the guest host as we are joined in studio by Kristy Nolan, manager of Henry's cameras on Bank Street. We fielded listener calls and questions on anything to do with digital cameras, video recorders and picture storage. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/23/TCS-2009-10-31.mp3 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:09:14 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela Henrys Camera In Studio This week Mike Murphy is the guest host as we are joined in studio by Kristy Nolan, manager of Henry's cameras on Bank Street. We fielded listener calls and questions on anything to do with digital cameras, video recorders and picture storage. 00:41:20 We are joined by Paul Middleveen from the Trailing Edge in studio today to take listener questions on air and through email. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/24/TCS-2009-11-07.mp3 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:20:23 EDT Melanie Adams, George Valenzuela and Paul Middleveen. Monthly Tech Call-In Show We are joined by Paul Middleveen from the Trailing Edge in studio today to take listener questions on air and through email. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 00:28:13 This week is a special edition show with Bob Perreauly filling in for the vacationing Norman Jack. Bob and George start the show reminiscing about the good old days of the Abacus 5.0 and Windows 386, then we just chat about technology, Windows 7 and Linux. We took lots of listener calls to get their impressions of anything technological. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/25/TCS-2009-11-14.mp3 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 11:59:02 EDT Bob Perreault and George Valenzuela. Computer Show Old School Reunion This week is a special edition show with Bob Perreauly filling in for the vacationing Norman Jack. Bob and George start the show reminiscing about the good old days of the Abacus 5.0 and Windows 386, then we just chat about technology, Windows 7 and Linux. We took lots of listener calls to get their impressions of anything technological. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 39:31 This week we welcome Norm back from his three week hiatus in Spain by looking at a whole whack of technology news. We talk about the release of Google Chrome OS for netbooks, the long-rumoured Google Phone, Microsoft Bing and many other topics. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/26/04%2020091121%20110752%20CFRA.mp3 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:51:34 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela Technology News Recap This week we welcome Norm back from his three week hiatus in Spain by looking at a whole whack of technology news. We talk about the release of Google Chrome OS for netbooks, the long-rumoured Google Phone, Microsoft Bing and many other topics. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 00:49:41 This week Norm interviews Joel Kligman, CEO of iRes about their very cool little personal camera called a uCorder that you clip on to yourself to record your daily routines. The camera records in AVI format and uploads in a snap as it acts as a simple USB key. We then took a look at some very useful laptop and netbook utilities designed to maximize your experience with these convenient, portable computers. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/27/CS-Nov28.mp3 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 11:49:02 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Laptop tools, and record your life with the uCorder. This week Norm interviews Joel Kligman, CEO of iRes about their very cool little personal camera called a uCorder that you clip on to yourself to record your daily routines. The camera records in AVI format and uploads in a snap as it acts as a simple USB key. We then took a look at some very useful laptop and netbook utilities designed to maximize your experience with these convenient, portable computers. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 00:00:00 We are joined by Paul Middleveen from the Trailing Edge in studio today to take listener questions on air and through email. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/28/TCS-2009-12-05.mp3 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 11:47:14 EDT Norman Jack, George Valenzuela and Paul Middleveen. Monthly Tech Call-In Show We are joined by Paul Middleveen from the Trailing Edge in studio today to take listener questions on air and through email. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 43:21 This week Norm speaks with Shane Keats from McAfee security. They have put out their yearly list of the top ten most dangerous domains based on exploits, malware and spam, don't miss this list. We then spoke with Abbas Mehdi from IOLO Software about their latest bilingual version of System Mechanic Pro. This program is designed for all Windows users that are interested in controlling their system performance and maximizing their experience. We also spoke about the new Facebook privacy settings, and what it means to the average user. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/29/TCS-2009-12-12.mp3 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 11:06:09 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. McAfee Dangerous Domains, System Mechanic Pro and Facebook. This week Norm speaks with Shane Keats from McAfee security. They have put out their yearly list of the top ten most dangerous domains based on exploits, malware and spam, don't miss this list. We then spoke with Abbas Mehdi from IOLO Software about their latest bilingual version of System Mechanic Pro. This program is designed for all Windows users that are interested in controlling their system performance and maximizing their experience. We also spoke about the new Facebook privacy settings, and what it means to the average user. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 40:21 This week, we take a special look at gifts you can buy for under $60. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/30/TCS-2009-12-19.mp3 Sat, 19 Dec 2009 11:15:50 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Last minute Christmas shopping items This week, we take a special look at gifts you can buy for under $60. 41:42 This week, our final show of the year, we listed off our top ten tech items for the year 2009, in no particular order. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/31/04%2020091227%20090658.mp3 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 12:02:00 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela Year 2009 Recap This week, our final show of the year, we listed off our top ten tech items for the year 2009, in no particular order. 00:50:36 Another year is done, a great big thank you to all our listeners and followers for making this the best job anyone could hope for. We are joined by Paul Middleveen from the Trailing Edge in studio today to take listener questions on air and through email. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/32/TCS-2010-01-02.mp3 Sat, 02 Jan 2010 11:23:10 EDT Norman Jack, George Valenzuela and Paul Middleveen. Monthly Tech Call-In Show Another year is done, a great big thank you to all our listeners and followers for making this the best job anyone could hope for. We are joined by Paul Middleveen from the Trailing Edge in studio today to take listener questions on air and through email. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 44:44 This week Norm interviews Dave Marcus from McAfee as he takes us to the future and tells us what kind of malware we can look forward to in the coming years. Norm also interviewed Rick Chiarelli from the City of Ottawa discussing some of the e-initiatives we Ottawans can look forward to over the coming months, including the installation of GPS devices into snowplows. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/33/TCS-2010-01-09.mp3 Sat, 09 Jan 2010 11:27:25 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Looking towards the future of phones, malware and Ottawa. This week Norm interviews Dave Marcus from McAfee as he takes us to the future and tells us what kind of malware we can look forward to in the coming years. Norm also interviewed Rick Chiarelli from the City of Ottawa discussing some of the e-initiatives we Ottawans can look forward to over the coming months, including the installation of GPS devices into snowplows. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 46:19 This week Norm interviews Frances Ho, the founder of cardswap.ca where you can post your unwanted or unused gift cards and sell them to someone who would be interested in using them. We also looked at some of the services cell providers offer their customers to send text messages from your computer, which is much easier than using a phone keyboard. Finally, we look at some of the details of the recently uncovered cyber attacks on Google and other companies and how you can protect yourself from this type of activity. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/34/TCS-2010-01-16.mp3 Sat, 16 Jan 2010 11:10:50 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Get money for your gift cards, Google is hacked! This week Norm interviews Frances Ho, the founder of cardswap.ca where you can post your unwanted or unused gift cards and sell them to someone who would be interested in using them. We also looked at some of the services cell providers offer their customers to send text messages from your computer, which is much easier than using a phone keyboard. Finally, we look at some of the details of the recently uncovered cyber attacks on Google and other companies and how you can protect yourself from this type of activity. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 40:38 This week, Norm and George talk with Don Campbell, CTO Business Analytics for IBM Canada about IBMs 5 in 5 future watch. Everything from the smarter cities initiative, from cleaner drinking water and safer neighbourhoods to cleaner, more efficient buildings, it is all about sharing information in real time and using predictive analytics to anticipate needs and be proactive rather than reactive. Norm then speaks with Dr Frank Knouffle of Elizabeth Bruyere Institute about using technology to give people independence when living on their own. We are talking about a talking fridge ... and so much more. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/35/TCS-2010-01-23.mp3 Sat, 23 Jan 2010 11:15:27 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela. Another look into the future with IBM and Future Technology This week, Norm and George talk with Don Campbell, CTO Business Analytics for IBM Canada about IBMs 5 in 5 future watch. Everything from the smarter cities initiative, from cleaner drinking water and safer neighbourhoods to cleaner, more efficient buildings, it is all about sharing information in real time and using predictive analytics to anticipate needs and be proactive rather than reactive. Norm then speaks with Dr Frank Knouffle of Elizabeth Bruyere Institute about using technology to give people independence when living on their own. We are talking about a talking fridge ... and so much more. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 44:13 This week we took a bit of an in depth look at the new Apple iPad. For many of the online tech community, this is a huge step backwards in computing and consider this to be a mistake from Apple. This will undoubtedly be a successful product launch, as most of them are for Apple, but it is not without a certain amount of controversy to be sure. We also give listeners some insight into where they can go to find thousands upon thousands of free clipart, images and photographs that they can use for their presentations, websites and documents. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. http://vod.ntgr8.ca/podcast_audio/chum/14/36/TCS-2010-01-30.mp3 Sat, 30 Jan 2010 11:36:33 EDT Norman Jack and George Valenzuela Apple iPad, free images and extended in the news. This week we took a bit of an in depth look at the new Apple iPad. For many of the online tech community, this is a huge step backwards in computing and consider this to be a mistake from Apple. This will undoubtedly be a successful product launch, as most of them are for Apple, but it is not without a certain amount of controversy to be sure. We also give listeners some insight into where they can go to find thousands upon thousands of free clipart, images and photographs that they can use for their presentations, websites and documents. Look for the list of topics discussed on the Computer Radio Show Forum at http://www.cfra.com/computes_show/forum/ in the Past Shows section. 43:20