Friday, December 30, 2011
Too Long For Twitter --
1980 - The Selective Service System sent a warning to Mickey Mouse at Disneyland in Anaheim, California: Register for the draft or else! The Selective Service said that Mickey was in violation of registration compliance. Of course, Mickey, age 52 at the time, sent in his registration card proving that he’s a World War II veteran.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Finishing things you start
Dear Friends,
I'm passing this on because it worked for me today. A Dr. on TV said to have inner peace we should always finish things we start & we all could use more calm in our lives.
I looked around my house to find things I'd started & hadn't finished, so I finished off a bottle of Merlot, a bottle of Chardonnay, a bodle of Baileys, a butle of wum, tha mainder of Valiuminun scriptins, an a box a chocletz.
Yu haf no idr how fablus I feel rite now. Sned this to all who need inner piss. An telum u luvum.
Computer America, week of December 19, 2011
Sorry this a day late....
Monday
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Hour one: 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 two: 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.
Tuesday
-------
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.”
Wednesday
-------
First Hour: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the
latest Computer News.
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!
Thursday
--------
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.
Friday
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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 is
Santa Claus! Actually 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!
Monday
-------
Hour one: 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 two: 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.
Tuesday
-------
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.”
Wednesday
-------
First Hour: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the
latest Computer News.
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!
Thursday
--------
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.
Friday
--------
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 is
Santa Claus! Actually 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!
Monday, December 12, 2011
Computer America, week of December 12, 2011
Lineup for the week:
Monday
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Both hours: 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!
Tuesday
-------
Hours one and two: 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!
Wednesday
-------
First Segment: Sandy Berger. Sandy is a printer and digital camera
expert and writes for Hardware Secrets.
Hour two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks,
Voicemails and the latest Computer News stories!
Thursday
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First hour and a half: Christopher Breen. The Senior Editor of Macworld
Magazine talks about all things Apple including IOS5, the iPhone 4S
and holiday news!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
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Hour one: 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!
Hour two: Not scheduled as of press time.
Monday
-------
Both hours: 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!
Tuesday
-------
Hours one and two: 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!
Wednesday
-------
First Segment: Sandy Berger. Sandy is a printer and digital camera
expert and writes for Hardware Secrets.
Hour two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks,
Voicemails and the latest Computer News stories!
Thursday
--------
First hour and a half: Christopher Breen. The Senior Editor of Macworld
Magazine talks about all things Apple including IOS5, the iPhone 4S
and holiday news!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
Hour one: 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!
Hour two: Not scheduled as of press time.
Monday, December 05, 2011
Today’s Poor Prediction
"We must also prepare ourselves for the very real possibility that the outcome of this situation might well be the total extinction of the entire human race. It really could be worse than I am predicting, and I really am being optimistic. First, I would like to assure you that I am not some kind of nut anxiously waiting for the end of the world..."
- Cory Hamasaki, DC Y2K Weather Report, November 1998.
- Cory Hamasaki, DC Y2K Weather Report, November 1998.
Computer America, week of December 5, 2011
Lineup for the week:
Monday
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First segment: 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
First segment: SRV Network. Karl Volkman, the Chief Technology Officer
of SRV Network is here to talk about the different tablets and the pros
and cons about all of them. Tune in as this may help clarify which
tablet is right for you!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
First Hour: 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.
Last half hour: Mike Cermak, owner-operator of Techguy.org joins Craig
and Ben to discuss the news events of the day!
Thursday
--------
First Hour: 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!
Second hour: Brookstone! Craig and Ben welcome back Brookstone to talk
about their latest offerings for the holidays! Craig has long been a
huge fan of this store that appears in shopping malls throughout the
nation!
Friday
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Hours one and two: David Perry. David is the Global Director of
Education for Trend Micro. David joins us to talk about the latest
cyber malware and how you can protect yourself from it.
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See you next week!
Monday
-------
First segment: 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
First segment: SRV Network. Karl Volkman, the Chief Technology Officer
of SRV Network is here to talk about the different tablets and the pros
and cons about all of them. Tune in as this may help clarify which
tablet is right for you!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
First Hour: 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.
Last half hour: Mike Cermak, owner-operator of Techguy.org joins Craig
and Ben to discuss the news events of the day!
Thursday
--------
First Hour: 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!
Second hour: Brookstone! Craig and Ben welcome back Brookstone to talk
about their latest offerings for the holidays! Craig has long been a
huge fan of this store that appears in shopping malls throughout the
nation!
Friday
--------
Hours one and two: David Perry. David is the Global Director of
Education for Trend Micro. David joins us to talk about the latest
cyber malware and how you can protect yourself from it.
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See you next week!
Monday, November 28, 2011
Computer America, week of Nov 28, 2011
Lineup for the week:
Monday
-------
Both hours: 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!
Tuesday
-------
First segment: Scheduled is the Publisher of Tidbits. Adam Engst joins
us for the latest holiday stories and news regarding Apple and the Macintosh!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
First Hour: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the
latest Computer News.
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!
Thursday
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Hour one and Hour two: 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! PLUS Steve is
giving away a Kodak digital video camera to some lucky person tonight! It
could be YOU!
Friday
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Hours one and two: 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.
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See you next week!
Monday
-------
Both hours: 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!
Tuesday
-------
First segment: Scheduled is the Publisher of Tidbits. Adam Engst joins
us for the latest holiday stories and news regarding Apple and the Macintosh!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
First Hour: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the
latest Computer News.
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!
Thursday
--------
Hour one and Hour two: 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! PLUS Steve is
giving away a Kodak digital video camera to some lucky person tonight! It
could be YOU!
Friday
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Hours one and two: 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.
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See you next week!
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Ladies on a Road Trip
Sitting on the side of the road waiting to catch speeding drivers, a
Massachusetts state trooper sees a car puttering along at 24 mph. He
thinks to himself, "This driver is as dangerous as a speeder!" So he
turns on his lights and pulls the driver over.
Approaching the car, he notices that there are five elderly ladies -
two in the front seat, and three in the back, wide-eyed and white as
ghosts.
The driver, obviously confused, says to him, "Officer, I don't
understand. I was going the exact speed limit. What seems to be the
problem?"
The trooper, trying to contain a chuckle, explains to her that "24"
was the Route number, not the speed limit.
A bit embarrassed, the woman grinned and thanked the officer for
pointing out her error.
"But before you go, Ma'am, I have to ask, "is everyone in this car OK?
These women seem awfully shaken."
"Oh, they'll be all right in a minute, officer. We just got off Route 128."
Massachusetts state trooper sees a car puttering along at 24 mph. He
thinks to himself, "This driver is as dangerous as a speeder!" So he
turns on his lights and pulls the driver over.
Approaching the car, he notices that there are five elderly ladies -
two in the front seat, and three in the back, wide-eyed and white as
ghosts.
The driver, obviously confused, says to him, "Officer, I don't
understand. I was going the exact speed limit. What seems to be the
problem?"
The trooper, trying to contain a chuckle, explains to her that "24"
was the Route number, not the speed limit.
A bit embarrassed, the woman grinned and thanked the officer for
pointing out her error.
"But before you go, Ma'am, I have to ask, "is everyone in this car OK?
These women seem awfully shaken."
"Oh, they'll be all right in a minute, officer. We just got off Route 128."
Monday, November 14, 2011
Red Cross Christmas Cards
Want to send a Christmas card to military personnel? Here's the site for the Red Cross and their 2011 Holiday Mail for Heroes program. They have instructions for sending the cards and what can (and cannot) be included.
"Send cards to the address below:
"Send cards to the address below:
Holiday Mail For Heroes
P.O. Box 5456
Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456
All cards must be postmarked no later than Friday, December 9th. Cards postmarked after this date will unfortunately be returned to the sender. This deadline ensures enough time to sort and distribute cards before the holidays.
After the mailbox closes, the cards we received will be screened for hazardous materials by Pitney Bowes and then reviewed by Red Cross volunteers working around the country."
(from the Red Cross site)
Check the bottom of the page for how to contact the Red Cross via email, Twitter and Facebook.
Computer America -- week of 11-14-2011
Monday
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First and Second Hours: David Perry! Our good friend David Perry,
Consumer Education Manager with Trend Micro joins us to talk about
Holiday gadgets that will need protection from malware!
Tuesday
-------
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.”
Wednesday
-------
Hour one and Hour two: 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!
Thursday
--------
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.
Friday
--------
Hours one and two: 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!
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First and Second Hours: David Perry! Our good friend David Perry,
Consumer Education Manager with Trend Micro joins us to talk about
Holiday gadgets that will need protection from malware!
Tuesday
-------
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.”
Wednesday
-------
Hour one and Hour two: 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!
Thursday
--------
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.
Friday
--------
Hours one and two: 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!
Tuesday, November 08, 2011
Poor Predictions
"I believe that the motion picture is destined to revolutionize our educational system and that in a few years it will supplant largely, if not entirely, the use of textbooks."
- Thomas Edison, 1922.
- Thomas Edison, 1922.
Monday, November 07, 2011
Computer America -- week of 11-07-2011
Monday
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First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
Hours one and two: It’s our Gamer Tuesday show! Joining us is IGN.com.
Daemon Hatfield is the Senior Editor of IGN.com and our featured
correspondent. He will talk about the hottest games and products!
Wednesday
-------
First Segment: Sandy Berger. Sandy is a printer and digital camera
expert and writes for Hardware Secrets.
Hour two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks,
Voicemails and the latest Computer News stories!
Thursday
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First hour and a half: 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!
Friday
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It’s Veteran’s Day so there’s no live show/ Please enjoy a “Best of Computer
America” Show.
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First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
Hours one and two: It’s our Gamer Tuesday show! Joining us is IGN.com.
Daemon Hatfield is the Senior Editor of IGN.com and our featured
correspondent. He will talk about the hottest games and products!
Wednesday
-------
First Segment: Sandy Berger. Sandy is a printer and digital camera
expert and writes for Hardware Secrets.
Hour two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks,
Voicemails and the latest Computer News stories!
Thursday
--------
First hour and a half: 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!
Friday
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It’s Veteran’s Day so there’s no live show/ Please enjoy a “Best of Computer
America” Show.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Computer America -- week of 10-31-2011
Monday
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It’s Halloween and there’s no live show! Ben and Craig are out Trick or
Treating so enjoy a “Best of Computer America!”
Tuesday
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First hour and a half: Eye-Fi! Hear the latest from this company that
makes memory cards for your digital camera that have Wi-Fi built in!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
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First Hour: Nitro PDF. Hear about this company’s latest version of this
application that is a viable alternative to Adobe’s Acrobat!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Thursday
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First hour and a half: TuneUp Utilities. Is your PC becoming bogged
down? Hear how this product can make your computer run faster and
smoother!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
Both hours: PC World now joins Computer America on the last Friday of
every month, however due to Halloween, Steve is appearing tonight! Tune
in to hear Steve Fox, Editorial Director of PCWorld talk about the
latest news stories in the Computer and Technology world!
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It’s Halloween and there’s no live show! Ben and Craig are out Trick or
Treating so enjoy a “Best of Computer America!”
Tuesday
-------
First hour and a half: Eye-Fi! Hear the latest from this company that
makes memory cards for your digital camera that have Wi-Fi built in!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
First Hour: Nitro PDF. Hear about this company’s latest version of this
application that is a viable alternative to Adobe’s Acrobat!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Thursday
--------
First hour and a half: TuneUp Utilities. Is your PC becoming bogged
down? Hear how this product can make your computer run faster and
smoother!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
Both hours: PC World now joins Computer America on the last Friday of
every month, however due to Halloween, Steve is appearing tonight! Tune
in to hear Steve Fox, Editorial Director of PCWorld talk about the
latest news stories in the Computer and Technology world!
Monday, October 24, 2011
Computer America Show Reminder 10-24-2011
Monday
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Hours one and two: 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.
Tuesday
-------
First hour and a half: Christopher Breen. The Senior Editor of Macworld
Magazine talks about all things Apple including IOS5 and the iPhone 4S!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
First Hour: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the
latest Computer News.
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!
Thursday
--------
Hours one and two: David Perry from Trend Micro joins Craig and Ben to
talk about the latest Internet scams and computer malware.
Friday
--------
First hour and a half: 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
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Hours one and two: 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.
Tuesday
-------
First hour and a half: Christopher Breen. The Senior Editor of Macworld
Magazine talks about all things Apple including IOS5 and the iPhone 4S!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
First Hour: Craig and Ben answer your computer questions and discuss the
latest Computer News.
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!
Thursday
--------
Hours one and two: David Perry from Trend Micro joins Craig and Ben to
talk about the latest Internet scams and computer malware.
Friday
--------
First hour and a half: 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday, October 21, 2011
Story from a Kansas State Highway Patrol officer:
I made a traffic stop on an elderly lady the other day for speeding on U.S. 166 Eastbound at Mile Marker 73 just East of Sedan , KS . I asked for her driver's license, registration, and proof of insurance. The lady took out the required information and handed it to me. In with the cards I was somewhat surprised (due to her advanced age) to see she had a conceal carry permit. I looked at her and ask if she had a weapon in her possession at this time. She responded that she indeed had a .45 automatic in her glove box. Something---body language, or the way she said it---made me want to ask if she had any other firearms. She did admit to also having a 9mm Glock in her center console. Now I had to ask one more time if that was all. She responded once again that she did have just one more, a .38 special in her purse. I then asked her what was she so afraid of. She looked me right in the eye and said, "Not a damn thing!" |
Seniors - Don't mess with them. They didn't get old by being stupid.
Monday, October 17, 2011
We Are the Chosen
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Looks like I've become the one that's going to carry on the family research. It's been interesting so far. Stuff I knew, and new stories to find out and archive for future generations.
Computer America Show Reminder 10-17-2011
Monday
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First Segment: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
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.”
Wednesday
-------
Not scheduled as of press time.
Thursday
--------
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.
Friday
--------
Hour one and two: Apple Aficionado Gene Steinberg joins Craig and Ben to
talk all things Apple. Topics include the new iPhone 4S, iOS5 and more!
----------------------------------------------------------------------
-------
First Segment: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
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.”
Wednesday
-------
Not scheduled as of press time.
Thursday
--------
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.
Friday
--------
Hour one and two: Apple Aficionado Gene Steinberg joins Craig and Ben to
talk all things Apple. Topics include the new iPhone 4S, iOS5 and more!
------------------------------
Friday, October 14, 2011
-Bette Davis
“I was thought to be ‘stuck up.’ I wasn’t. I was just sure of myself. This is and always has been an unforgivable quality to the unsure.”
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Computer America Show Reminder 10-10-11
Monday
-------
It’s Columbus Day and there’s no live show. Enjoy a “Best of Computer
America” performance. G Data is the featured guest.
Tuesday
-------
Hours one and two: It’s our Gamer Tuesday show! Joining us is IGN.com.
Daemon Hatfield is the Senior Editor of IGN.com and our featured
correspondent. He will talk about the hottest games and products!
Wednesday
-------
First Segment: Sandy Berger. Sandy is a printer and digital camera
expert and writes for Hardware Secrets.
Hour two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks and
voicemails!
Thursday
--------
First segment: 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
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
Hours one and two: 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.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
-------
It’s Columbus Day and there’s no live show. Enjoy a “Best of Computer
America” performance. G Data is the featured guest.
Tuesday
-------
Hours one and two: It’s our Gamer Tuesday show! Joining us is IGN.com.
Daemon Hatfield is the Senior Editor of IGN.com and our featured
correspondent. He will talk about the hottest games and products!
Wednesday
-------
First Segment: Sandy Berger. Sandy is a printer and digital camera
expert and writes for Hardware Secrets.
Hour two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks and
voicemails!
Thursday
--------
First segment: 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
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
Hours one and two: 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.
------------------------------
Monday, October 03, 2011
Computer America Show Reminder 10-03-11
Monday
-------
First segment: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
First segment: AOC Monitors. 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
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 two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks and
voicemails!
Thursday
--------
First segment: 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
First segment: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
-------
First segment: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
First segment: AOC Monitors. 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
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 two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks and
voicemails!
Thursday
--------
First segment: 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
First segment: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Monday, September 26, 2011
Computer America Show Reminder 09-26-11
Monday
-------
Hours one and two: 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.
Tuesday
-------
First segment: Gabriel Torres, Editor of Hardware Secrets joins us for
both hours!
Second segment: Sandy Berger. Sandy is a printer and digital camera
expert and writes for Hardware Secrets.
Wednesday
-------
Hour one: Vonage. One of the leading providers of VoIP services, Vonage
is here tonight to talk about the future of VoIP and telecommunications.
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!
Thursday
--------
Hour one: 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 two: Roku! Move over Netflix, AppleTV and Google TV! Roku 2 is
here! Stop dreaming and start streaming the shows YOU want to see!
Friday
--------
Both hours: 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!
----------------------------------------------------------------------
-------
Hours one and two: 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.
Tuesday
-------
First segment: Gabriel Torres, Editor of Hardware Secrets joins us for
both hours!
Second segment: Sandy Berger. Sandy is a printer and digital camera
expert and writes for Hardware Secrets.
Wednesday
-------
Hour one: Vonage. One of the leading providers of VoIP services, Vonage
is here tonight to talk about the future of VoIP and telecommunications.
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!
Thursday
--------
Hour one: 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 two: Roku! Move over Netflix, AppleTV and Google TV! Roku 2 is
here! Stop dreaming and start streaming the shows YOU want to see!
Friday
--------
Both hours: 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!
------------------------------
Monday, September 19, 2011
Computer America Show Reminder 09-19-11
Monday
-------
First hour and a half: Christopher Breen. The Senior Editor of Macworld
Magazine talks about all things Apple including IOS5 and the iPhone 5!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
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.”
Wednesday
-------
First segment: 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Thursday
--------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
First segment: Lenovo. 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
-------
First hour and a half: Christopher Breen. The Senior Editor of Macworld
Magazine talks about all things Apple including IOS5 and the iPhone 5!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
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.”
Wednesday
-------
First segment: 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Thursday
--------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
First segment: Lenovo. 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Hop Scotch Drops
Yummie and easy!
2 cups butterscotch bits
1/2 cup of peanut butter
Melt butterscotch bits and peanut butter together.
1/2 bag of chow mein noodles, the crunchy ones (3 or 4 cups, enough to be coated by the butterscoth and peanut butter)
2 cups of small marshmellows
1/2 cup of peanuts
I'm not a big fan of marshmellows, so I might use M&M's or something.
Mix it all together and scoop one heaping teaspoon on wax paper or silicon sheet to cool.
Yummie, crunchy, salty, sweet mix.
I suppose you could do this with chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, or other chocolate that can be melted with peanut butter.
2 cups butterscotch bits
1/2 cup of peanut butter
Melt butterscotch bits and peanut butter together.
1/2 bag of chow mein noodles, the crunchy ones (3 or 4 cups, enough to be coated by the butterscoth and peanut butter)
2 cups of small marshmellows
1/2 cup of peanuts
I'm not a big fan of marshmellows, so I might use M&M's or something.
Mix it all together and scoop one heaping teaspoon on wax paper or silicon sheet to cool.
Yummie, crunchy, salty, sweet mix.
I suppose you could do this with chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, or other chocolate that can be melted with peanut butter.
Monday, September 12, 2011
Computer America Show Reminder 09-12-11
Monday
-------
Hours one and two: David Perry from Trend Micro joins Craig and Ben to
talk about the latest 911 based scams as well as other malware.
Tuesday
-------
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!
Wednesday
-------
First segment: Newline Software. 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Thursday
--------
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.
Friday
--------
First segment: Addon Interactive is scheduled to appear. They will talk
about their brand new release of their Chat Room software, Version 9.0!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
-------
Hours one and two: David Perry from Trend Micro joins Craig and Ben to
talk about the latest 911 based scams as well as other malware.
Tuesday
-------
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!
Wednesday
-------
First segment: Newline Software. 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Thursday
--------
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.
Friday
--------
First segment: Addon Interactive is scheduled to appear. They will talk
about their brand new release of their Chat Room software, Version 9.0!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday, September 09, 2011
A Wish To Live Forever
I met a fairy today that said she would grant me one wish.
"I want to live forever," I said.
"Sorry," said the fairy, "I'm not allowed to grant wishes like that!"
"Fine," I said, "then I want to die after Congress gets their heads out of their asses!"
"You crafty bastard," said the fairy.
Monday, September 05, 2011
Computer America Show Reminder 09-05-11
Lineup for the week:
Monday
-------
It’s Labor Day weekend so there’s no live show! Please enjoy a “Best of
Computer America” show tonight. Scheduled is a rebroadcast of the
August 4th show with G Data! Hear all about their new TotalSecurity
2012 that represents the next generation of computer protection
technology. It has TWO Anti-Virus engines, offers HOURLY updates and
scans only when your computer is idle making it unique in how it
protects your computer from bad things. Plus hear about their special
offer that gives you 50% off of any of their products! Don’t miss it!
See you LIVE tomorrow night!
Tuesday
-------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
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 two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks and
voicemails!
Thursday
--------
First hour and a half: 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
Hours one and two: 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.
Monday
-------
It’s Labor Day weekend so there’s no live show! Please enjoy a “Best of
Computer America” show tonight. Scheduled is a rebroadcast of the
August 4th show with G Data! Hear all about their new TotalSecurity
2012 that represents the next generation of computer protection
technology. It has TWO Anti-Virus engines, offers HOURLY updates and
scans only when your computer is idle making it unique in how it
protects your computer from bad things. Plus hear about their special
offer that gives you 50% off of any of their products! Don’t miss it!
See you LIVE tomorrow night!
Tuesday
-------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
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 two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks and
voicemails!
Thursday
--------
First hour and a half: 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
Hours one and two: 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.
Saturday, September 03, 2011
Science Fiction Quote
'It is better to read first-rate science fiction than second-rate science; it's no more likely to be wrong and is far more stimulating than the second-rate science. And I think it's good to read the great classics of science fiction.'
- Martin Rees, Astronomer Royal
- Martin Rees, Astronomer Royal
Thursday, September 01, 2011
A (short) Timeline of Chocolate
1824: John Cadbury, an English Quaker, begins roasting and grinding chocolate beans to sell in his tea and coffee shop.
In 1842 Cadbury's Chocolate Company in England creates the first chocolate bar.
1875: A Swiss chocolate maker, Daniel Peter, mixes Henri Nestle's condensed milk with chocolate and the two men found a company to manufacture the first milk chocolate.
1894: Milton Hershey adds a line of chocolate to his caramel manufacturing business. Soon he invents the Hershey Bar by experimenting with milk chocolate. Hershey's Cocoa appears next.
1896: Leonard Hershfield invents the Tootsie Roll, named after his daughter.
1897: Brownies are first mentioned in print, listed for sale in the Sears, Roebuck and Co. catalogue.
About 1900: A machine called the enrober is invented to replace the task of hand-dipping chocolate.
1930: Franklin Mars invents the Snickers Bar.
1939: Nestle introduces semisweet chocolate morsels.
1940: The Mars company invents M&M's for soldiers going to World War II.
In 1842 Cadbury's Chocolate Company in England creates the first chocolate bar.
1875: A Swiss chocolate maker, Daniel Peter, mixes Henri Nestle's condensed milk with chocolate and the two men found a company to manufacture the first milk chocolate.
1894: Milton Hershey adds a line of chocolate to his caramel manufacturing business. Soon he invents the Hershey Bar by experimenting with milk chocolate. Hershey's Cocoa appears next.
1896: Leonard Hershfield invents the Tootsie Roll, named after his daughter.
1897: Brownies are first mentioned in print, listed for sale in the Sears, Roebuck and Co. catalogue.
About 1900: A machine called the enrober is invented to replace the task of hand-dipping chocolate.
1930: Franklin Mars invents the Snickers Bar.
1939: Nestle introduces semisweet chocolate morsels.
1940: The Mars company invents M&M's for soldiers going to World War II.
Monday, August 29, 2011
Computer America Show Reminder 08-29-11
Lineup for the week:
Monday
-------
Hour one and two: Apple Aficionado Gene Steinberg joins Craig and Ben to
talk all things Apple. Topics include Steve Jobs resignation, Lion and
more!
Tuesday
-------
First hour and a half: Vonage. This company is one of the leaders in VoIP
technology! Hear about their latest developments in using the Internet to
communicate.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
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!
Thursday
--------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
Hour one: Not Scheduled as of Press time.
Hour two: Not Scheduled as of Press time.
Monday
-------
Hour one and two: Apple Aficionado Gene Steinberg joins Craig and Ben to
talk all things Apple. Topics include Steve Jobs resignation, Lion and
more!
Tuesday
-------
First hour and a half: Vonage. This company is one of the leaders in VoIP
technology! Hear about their latest developments in using the Internet to
communicate.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
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!
Thursday
--------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
Hour one: Not Scheduled as of Press time.
Hour two: Not Scheduled as of Press time.
Friday, August 26, 2011
Taxes, by Unknown
Tax his land,
Tax his bed,
Tax the table,
At which he's fed.
Tax his tractor,
Tax his mule,
Teach him taxes
Are the rule.
Tax his work,
Tax his pay,
He works for
peanuts anyway!
Tax his cow,
Tax his goat,
Tax his pants,
Tax his coat.
Tax his ties,
Tax his shirt,
Tax his work,
Tax his dirt.
Tax his tobacco,
Tax his drink,
Tax him if he
Tries to think.
Tax his cigars,
Tax his beers,
If he cries
Tax his tears.
Tax his car,
Tax his gas,
Find other ways
To tax his ass.
Tax all he has
Then let him know
That you won't be done
Till he has no dough.
When he screams and hollers;
Then tax him some more,
Tax him till
He's good and sore.
Then tax his coffin,
Tax his grave,
Tax the sod in
Which he's laid...
Put these words
Upon his tomb,
'Taxes drove me
to my doom...'
When he's gone,
Do not relax,
Its time to apply
The inheritance tax.
Tax his bed,
Tax the table,
At which he's fed.
Tax his tractor,
Tax his mule,
Teach him taxes
Are the rule.
Tax his work,
Tax his pay,
He works for
peanuts anyway!
Tax his cow,
Tax his goat,
Tax his pants,
Tax his coat.
Tax his ties,
Tax his shirt,
Tax his work,
Tax his dirt.
Tax his tobacco,
Tax his drink,
Tax him if he
Tries to think.
Tax his cigars,
Tax his beers,
If he cries
Tax his tears.
Tax his car,
Tax his gas,
Find other ways
To tax his ass.
Tax all he has
Then let him know
That you won't be done
Till he has no dough.
When he screams and hollers;
Then tax him some more,
Tax him till
He's good and sore.
Then tax his coffin,
Tax his grave,
Tax the sod in
Which he's laid...
Put these words
Upon his tomb,
'Taxes drove me
to my doom...'
When he's gone,
Do not relax,
Its time to apply
The inheritance tax.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Computer America Line-up for 8/22/2011
Monday
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Hours one and two: 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. We will be focusing on networking and how to
set up a computer network in your home and office!
Tuesday
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Hour one: 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 two: Not Scheduled as of Press time.
Wednesday
-------
Hour one: 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 two: Plustek. Hear about their newest OpticBook 3800, a cost
effective, simple, innovative solution for scanning books, magazines and
bound materials. This scanner is ideal for comic book collectors, rare
book collectors and sellers, eBay book sellers, education personnel, and
college students. Using Plustek's patent-pending Shadow Elimination
Element Technology, the OpticBook 3800 can scan any book without the
book spine shadow and distorted text associated with book scanning on
flatbed scanners. The OpticBook 3800 includes everything needed to
create searchable PDFs from books, magazines and bound materials. The
book scanning and creation software is easy to use and is an affordable
solution for all home users, libraries, copy rooms, students, teachers,
universities, and anyone that wants to turn books, magazines and other
bound material into digital files.
Thursday
--------
First hour and a half: 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
Hours one and two: PCMag.com’s Editorial Director Steve Fox joins Craig
and Ben to talk about the latest computer news and stories!.
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Hours one and two: 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. We will be focusing on networking and how to
set up a computer network in your home and office!
Tuesday
-------
Hour one: 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 two: Not Scheduled as of Press time.
Wednesday
-------
Hour one: 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 two: Plustek. Hear about their newest OpticBook 3800, a cost
effective, simple, innovative solution for scanning books, magazines and
bound materials. This scanner is ideal for comic book collectors, rare
book collectors and sellers, eBay book sellers, education personnel, and
college students. Using Plustek's patent-pending Shadow Elimination
Element Technology, the OpticBook 3800 can scan any book without the
book spine shadow and distorted text associated with book scanning on
flatbed scanners. The OpticBook 3800 includes everything needed to
create searchable PDFs from books, magazines and bound materials. The
book scanning and creation software is easy to use and is an affordable
solution for all home users, libraries, copy rooms, students, teachers,
universities, and anyone that wants to turn books, magazines and other
bound material into digital files.
Thursday
--------
First hour and a half: 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!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
Hours one and two: PCMag.com’s Editorial Director Steve Fox joins Craig
and Ben to talk about the latest computer news and stories!.
Monday, August 15, 2011
Computer America Line-up for 8/15/2011
Monday
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First hour and a half: Not scheduled as of press time!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
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.”
Wednesday
-------
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!
Thursday
--------
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.
Friday
--------
Hour one and two: David Perry from Trend micro talks about the latest
malware threats, Anonymous threatening to take down Facebook, and hacker
groups in general..
-------
First hour and a half: Not scheduled as of press time!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
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.”
Wednesday
-------
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!
Thursday
--------
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.
Friday
--------
Hour one and two: David Perry from Trend micro talks about the latest
malware threats, Anonymous threatening to take down Facebook, and hacker
groups in general..
32 Anniversary of the Spanish Ranch Tragedy August 15
On August 15, 1979, a wildland fire began near the Spanish Ranch east of Nipomo in San Luis Obispo County. CDF Engine 5373 from Nipomo Fire Station was dispatched to this fast moving brush fire with Captain Edwin M. Marty, Firefighter Steve R. Manley, Firefighter Ronald T. Lorant, and Firefighter Scott W. Cox on board. Upon arrival at the scene of the fire, they accepted orders to attack the fire using firing tools and hand tools in support of firefighting bulldozers. The four men made an arduous climb under hot conditions up a steep mountain to perform their mission, control the fire.
While the men performed their mission a sudden wind shift occurred and the fire made an unexpected violent run toward their position. Even as this fire threatened their position and lives, Captain Edwin M. Marty, Firefighter Steve R. Manley, Firefighter Ronald T. Lorant, and Firefighter Scott W. Cox courageously attempted a firing operation to hold the line.
Despite their attempt at holding the line and protecting themselves from the oncoming flame front, Captain Edwin M. Marty, Firefighter Steve R. Manley, and Firefighter Ronald T. Lorant perished on that mountain. Fellow Firefighter Scott W. Cox was severely burned and died as a result of those burns on February 3, 1980.
The heroic conduct of these individuals reminds us of the courage and dedication necessary to perform the duties of a firefighter out on the firelines.
As long as fires burn on the mountains and valleys of San Luis Obispo County the citizens and firefighters of this County will remember the sacrifice Captain Edwin M. Marty, Firefighter Steve R. Manley, Firefighter Ronald T. Lorant, and Firefighter Scott W. Cox made.
Monday, August 08, 2011
computer america week of 8/8/2011
Monday
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First hour and a half: Christopher Breen. The Senior Editor of Macworld
Magazine talks about all things Apple including Lion!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
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!
Wednesday
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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!
Hour two: Wednesday Madness continues with more of your emails,
late-breaking computer news and more!
Thursday
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Hour one: ChinaTel, a US-based operator of global wireless broadband and
telecommunications networks, has form a joint venture to manufacture,
distribute and sell hydrogen fuel cell systems. Hear how this new
technology will effect you as it makes its way into the US marketplace.
Hour two: Google. Craig and Ben talk to a Google research scientist who
works on Google Translate. He can explain how Google uses machine
learning or artificial intelligence to learn to translate language
automatically from one language to another.
Friday
--------
Hour one and two: Ralph Bond joins Craig and Ben with computer news
and special subjects!
-------
First hour and a half: Christopher Breen. The Senior Editor of Macworld
Magazine talks about all things Apple including Lion!
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
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!
Wednesday
-------
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!
Hour two: Wednesday Madness continues with more of your emails,
late-breaking computer news and more!
Thursday
--------
Hour one: ChinaTel, a US-based operator of global wireless broadband and
telecommunications networks, has form a joint venture to manufacture,
distribute and sell hydrogen fuel cell systems. Hear how this new
technology will effect you as it makes its way into the US marketplace.
Hour two: Google. Craig and Ben talk to a Google research scientist who
works on Google Translate. He can explain how Google uses machine
learning or artificial intelligence to learn to translate language
automatically from one language to another.
Friday
--------
Hour one and two: Ralph Bond joins Craig and Ben with computer news
and special subjects!
Monday, August 01, 2011
Computer America Show -- week of 8/1/2011
Monday
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First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
First hour and a half: Bathsheba. 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
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 two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks and
voicemails!
Thursday
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First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
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First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
-------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Tuesday
-------
First hour and a half: Bathsheba. 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
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 two: We continue with your phone calls, emails, feedbacks and
voicemails!
Thursday
--------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Friday
--------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
IF BUD AND LOU WERE HERE TODAY
You have to be old enough to remember Abbott and Costello , and too old to REALLY understand computers, to fully appreciate this. For
those of us who sometimes get flustered by our computers, please read on...
If Bud Abbott and Lou Costello were alive today, their infamous sketch, 'Who's on First?' might have turned out something like this:
COSTELLO CALLS TO BUY A COMPUTER FROM ABBOTT
COSTELLO : Thanks. I'm setting up an office in my den and I'm thinking about buying a computer.
ABBOTT : Mac?
COSTELLO : No, the name's Lou .
ABBOTT : Your computer?
COSTELLO : I don't own a computer. I want to buy one.
ABBOTT : Mac?
COSTELLO: I told you, my name's Lou .
ABBOTT : What about Windows?
COSTELLO : Why? Will it get stuffy in here?
ABBOTT : Do you want a computer with Windows?
COSTELLO : I don't know. What will I see when I look at the
windows?
ABBOTT : Wallpaper.
COSTELLO : Never mind the windows. I need a computer and software.
ABBOTT : Software for Windows?
COSTELLO : No. On the computer! I need something I can use to write proposals, track expenses and run my business. What do you have?
ABBOTT : Office.
COSTELLO: Yeah, for my office. Can you recommend anything?
ABBOTT : I just did.
COSTELLO : You just did what?
ABBOTT : Recommend something.
COSTELLO : You recommended something ?
ABBOTT : Yes.
COSTELLO : For my office?
ABBOTT : Yes.
COSTELLO : OK, what did you recommend for my office?
ABBOTT : Office.
COSTELLO : Yes, for my office!
ABBOTT : I recommend Office with Windows.
COSTELLO : I already have an office with windows! OK, let's just say I'm sitting at my computer and I want to type a proposal. What do I need?
ABBOTT : Word.
COSTELLO : What word?
ABBOTT : Word in Office.
COSTELLO : The only word in office is office.
ABBOTT : The Word in Office for Windows.
COSTELLO : Which word in office for windows?
ABBOTT : The Word you get when you click the blue 'W'.
COSTELLO : I'm going to click your blue 'w' if you don't start with some straight answers. What about financial bookkeeping? You have anything I can track my money with?
ABBOTT: Money.
COSTELLO : That's right. What do you have?
ABBOTT : Money.
COSTELLO : I need money to track my money?
ABBOTT : It comes bundled with your computer.
COSTELLO : What's bundled with my computer?
ABBOTT : Money.
COSTELLO : Money comes with my computer?
ABBOTT : Yes. No extra charge.
COSTELLO : I get a bundle of money with my computer? How much?
ABBOTT : One copy.
COSTELLO : Isn't it illegal to copy money?
ABBOTT : Microsoft gave us a license to copy Money.
COSTELLO : They can give you a license to copy money?
ABBOTT : Why not? THEY OWN IT!
(A few days later)
ABBOTT : Super Duper computer store. Can I help you?
COSTELLO : How do I turn my computer off?
ABBOTT : Click on 'START'.............
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Catholic Shampoo
TWO NUNS WERE SHOPPING AT A 7-11 STORE. AS THEY PASSED BY THE BEER COOLER, ONE NUN SAID TO THE OTHER, " WOULDN'T A NICE COOL BEER OR TWO TASTE WONDERFUL ON A HOT SUMMER EVENING?"
THE SECOND NUN ANSWERED, "INDEED IT WOULD, SISTER, BUT I WOULD NOT FEEL COMFORTABLE BUYING BEER, SINCE I AM CERTAIN IT WOULD CAUSE A SCENE AT THE CHECKOUT STAND."
"I CAN HANDLE THAT WITHOUT A PROBLEM" THE OTHER NUN REPLIED, AND SHE PICKED UP A SIX-PACK AND HEADED FOR THE CHECK-OUT.
THE CASHIER HAD A SURPRISED LOOK ON HIS FACE WHEN THE TWO NUNS ARRIVED WITH A SIX-PACK OF BEER. "WE USE BEER FOR WASHING OUR HAIR" THE NUN SAID, "BACK AT OUR NUNNERY, WE CALL IT CATHOLIC SHAMPOO.
WITHOUT BLINKING AN EYE, THE CASHIER REACHED UNDER THE COUNTER. PULLED OUT A PACKAGE OF PRETZEL STICKS, AND PLACED THEM IN THE BAG WITH THE BEER.
HE THEN LOOKED THE NUN STRAIGHT IN THE EYE, SMILED, AND SAID: "THE CURLERS ARE ON THE HOUSE."
Monday, July 25, 2011
Computer America Show -- week of 7/25/2011
Monday
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Hour one: 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.
Hour two: Cisco just announced a new wireless-N dual-band entertainment
bridge aimed at bringing consumers the ultimate home theater and gaming
experience. The new bridge allows consumers to connect any home
entertainment device very quickly to their wireless network for rock
solid performance in streaming 3D/HD video and music, connecting and
playing games online through a gaming console, and much more.
Tuesday
-------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
Hour one: 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.
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!
Thursday
--------
Hour one and Hour two: 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!
Friday
--------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
-------
Hour one: 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.
Hour two: Cisco just announced a new wireless-N dual-band entertainment
bridge aimed at bringing consumers the ultimate home theater and gaming
experience. The new bridge allows consumers to connect any home
entertainment device very quickly to their wireless network for rock
solid performance in streaming 3D/HD video and music, connecting and
playing games online through a gaming console, and much more.
Tuesday
-------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Wednesday
-------
Hour one: 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.
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!
Thursday
--------
Hour one and Hour two: 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!
Friday
--------
First hour and a half: 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.
Last half hour: Craig and Ben discuss the news events of the day!
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Just One Wish...
I met a fairy today that said she would grant me one wish.
"I want to live forever," I said.
"Sorry," said the fairy, "I'm not allowed to grant wishes like that!"
"Fine," I said, "then I want to die right after Congress gets their heads out of their asses!"
Monday, July 18, 2011
Computer America for week of 7/18
Monday
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Hour one: 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 two: Sculpteo. 3D printing is a prototyping process that makes it
possible to create an actual object from a 3D computer file. Material
is deposited and solidified layer by layer, creating a three-dimensional
object. Sculpteo offers a fast 3D printing service which is open to all.
They start from your 3D design to manufacture a specific object:
interior decoration, figurines, robots, miniatures, scale models.
Tuesday
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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.”
Wednesday
-------
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!
Thursday
--------
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.
Friday
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Hour one and two: Gene Steinberg. Apple’s newest operating system is
here! It’s called OS X Lion and Gene’s had it for weeks! Tune in to
hear all about Apple’s latest OS that sports over 250 new features!
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See you next week!
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Hour one: 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 two: Sculpteo. 3D printing is a prototyping process that makes it
possible to create an actual object from a 3D computer file. Material
is deposited and solidified layer by layer, creating a three-dimensional
object. Sculpteo offers a fast 3D printing service which is open to all.
They start from your 3D design to manufacture a specific object:
interior decoration, figurines, robots, miniatures, scale models.
Tuesday
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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.”
Wednesday
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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!
Thursday
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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.
Friday
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Hour one and two: Gene Steinberg. Apple’s newest operating system is
here! It’s called OS X Lion and Gene’s had it for weeks! Tune in to
hear all about Apple’s latest OS that sports over 250 new features!
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See you next week!
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Mule Economic Recovery Program
Curtis & Leroy saw an ad in the Starkville Daily News Newspaper in Starkville, MS. and bought a mule for $100.
The farmer agreed to deliver the mule the next day.
The next morning the farmer drove up and said, "Sorry, fellows, I have some bad news, the mule died last night."
Curtis & Leroy replied, "well, then just give us our money back."
The farmer said, "Can't do that. I went and spent it already."
They said, "OK then, just bring us the dead mule."
The farmer asked, "What in the world ya'll gonna do with a dead mule?"
Curtis said, "We gonna raffle him off."
The farmer said, "You can't raffle off a dead mule!"
Leroy said, "We shore can! Heck, we don't hafta tell nobody he's dead!"
A couple of weeks later, the farmer ran into Curtis & Leroy at the Piggly Wiggly grocery store and asked.
"What'd you fellers ever do with that dead mule?"
They said,"We raffled him off like we said we wuz gonna do.."
Leroy said,"Shucks, we sold 500 tickets fer two dollars apiece and made a profit of $898."
The farmer said,"My Lord, didn't anyone complain?"
Curtis said, "Well, the feller who won got upset. So we gave him his two dollars back."
Curtis and Leroy now work for the government.
They're overseeing the Economic Recovery Program..
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Monday, July 11, 2011
Computer America for week of 7/11
Lineup for the week:
Monday
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Hour one: 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 two: Christopher Breen. Senior Editor of Macworld Magazine. Hear
the latest from Apple!
Tuesday
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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!
Wednesday
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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!
Hour two: Wednesday Madness continues with more of your emails,
late-breaking computer news and more!
Thursday
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Hour one: 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 two: Not Scheduled as of Press Time.
Friday
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Hour one: Not Scheduled as of Press Time.
Hour two: Angie's List. Find detailed reviews on roofers, plumbers,
house cleaners, dentists and more! Over 1 Million members check Angie's
List before they hire.
Monday
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Hour one: 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 two: Christopher Breen. Senior Editor of Macworld Magazine. Hear
the latest from Apple!
Tuesday
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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!
Wednesday
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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!
Hour two: Wednesday Madness continues with more of your emails,
late-breaking computer news and more!
Thursday
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Hour one: 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 two: Not Scheduled as of Press Time.
Friday
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Hour one: Not Scheduled as of Press Time.
Hour two: Angie's List. Find detailed reviews on roofers, plumbers,
house cleaners, dentists and more! Over 1 Million members check Angie's
List before they hire.
Monday, June 27, 2011
Computer America Show Schedule for the week of 6/27/2011
Monday
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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.
Tuesday
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Hour one: Scheduled is Netted by The Webbys. 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 two: SWAGG. Import plastic gift and rewards cards from over 300
merchants. SWAGG tracks your balances and organizes your cards with ease
on your phone. SWAGG lets you buy, send and swap digital gift cards from
a growing list of participating merchants.
Wednesday
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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 Yamaha.
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!
Thursday
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Hour one: Adobe Dreamweaver. Hear all about Adobe’s Dreamweaver, the
premiere application for website development!
Hour two: World IPv6 Day. We’re running out of website addresses! We
need larger numbers to accommodate all of them. IPv6 hold the answer.
Our guest this hour is Owen DeLong, an IPv6 Evangelist and Director of
Professional Services.
Friday
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Hour one: VIDEX CyberLock Solutions. CyberLock Electronic Locks and
Smart Padlocks offer some of the best security locks in the business.
Tune in to hear all about them.
Hour two: Brookstone. This highly successful chain of stores has just
introduced QR Codes. Tune in to hear how this latest technology is
being successfully used at Brookstone stores across the country.
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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.
Tuesday
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Hour one: Scheduled is Netted by The Webbys. 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 two: SWAGG. Import plastic gift and rewards cards from over 300
merchants. SWAGG tracks your balances and organizes your cards with ease
on your phone. SWAGG lets you buy, send and swap digital gift cards from
a growing list of participating merchants.
Wednesday
-------
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 Yamaha.
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!
Thursday
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Hour one: Adobe Dreamweaver. Hear all about Adobe’s Dreamweaver, the
premiere application for website development!
Hour two: World IPv6 Day. We’re running out of website addresses! We
need larger numbers to accommodate all of them. IPv6 hold the answer.
Our guest this hour is Owen DeLong, an IPv6 Evangelist and Director of
Professional Services.
Friday
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Hour one: VIDEX CyberLock Solutions. CyberLock Electronic Locks and
Smart Padlocks offer some of the best security locks in the business.
Tune in to hear all about them.
Hour two: Brookstone. This highly successful chain of stores has just
introduced QR Codes. Tune in to hear how this latest technology is
being successfully used at Brookstone stores across the country.
Monday, June 06, 2011
Tomatoes in New Jersey
An old Italian lived alone in New Jersey . He wanted to plant his annual tomato garden, but it was very difficult work, as the ground was hard.
His only son, Vincent, who used to help him, was in prison. The old man wrote a letter to his son and described his predicament:
Dear Vincent,
I am feeling pretty sad, because it looks like I won't be able to plant my tomato garden this year. I'm just getting too old to be digging up a garden plot. I know if you were here my troubles would be over. I know you would be happy to dig the plot for me, like in the old days.
Love,
Papa
A few days later he received a letter from his son.
Dear Pop,
Don't dig up that garden. That's where the bodies are buried.
Love,
Vinnie
At 4 a.m. the next morning, FBI agents and local police arrived and dug up the entire area without finding any bodies. They apologized to the old man and left.
That same day the old man received another letter from his son.
Dear Pop,
Go ahead and plant the tomatoes now. That's the best I could do under the circumstances.
Vinnie
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