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Tekzilla // Episode 97

Posted by phoenix on July 17th, 2009

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Another week, another Tekzilla! On this ep, some reccomendations for a decent SATA hard drive dock, ways to customize your Windows login screen, and a few ways to build your own hackintosh – legally!

Tekzilla // Episode 97
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commandN // Episode 187

Posted by phoenix on July 17th, 2009

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On this week’s commandN, Amber runs down some of the week’s top tech news, including Office 2010’s plans to include Web apps, Dave Chappelle in Portland, a look at the iPhone 3GS, and blame Drew’s cancer!

commandN // Episode 187
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CrankyGeeks // Episode 175

Posted by phoenix on July 16th, 2009

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On this week’s CrankyGeeks, John C and Sebastian are joined by Adam Curry, President, Mevio; and Natali Del Conte, Senior Editor, Host, CNET TV’s “Loaded” to talk tech and get cranky!

Together, they discuss whether Facebook is worth its multi-billion dollar valuation, Intel faces a lawsuit over claims of battery life, young workers and their hatred for workplaces where internet access is limited, whether corporate IT departments are planning on upgrading to Windows 7, and more.

CrankyGeeks // Episode 175
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net@night // Episode 109

Posted by phoenix on July 16th, 2009

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On this week’s net@night, Amber and Leo are on to chat about StumbleUpon with Garrett Camp – someone who ought to know, he represents it!

net@night // Episode 109
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Security Now! // Episode 205

Posted by phoenix on July 16th, 2009

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On this week’s Security Now! Leo and Steve discuss Lempel-Ziv data compression, one of the more pervasive little algorithms you’ve probably never heard of.

Security Now! // Episode 205
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Macbreak Weekly // Episode 149

Posted by phoenix on July 15th, 2009

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On this week’s Macbreak Weekly, Scott Bourne, Wil Harris and Justine Ezarik make up a small panel, but they hit some big topics!

Together they chat about the App Store hitting 1.5 billion app downloads, rumors of an upcoming iPod Touch with a camera on it, whether Apple is blocking push notifications to unlocked iPhones, whether or not Google’s Eric Schmidt will stay on Apple’s board now that Chrome OS is in the works, and more!

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This Week in Fun // Episode 25

Posted by phoenix on July 15th, 2009

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On this week’s This Week in Fun, Sarah Lane and Martin Sargent get together again to pimp Martin’s appearance in the San Francisco Chronicle, play with a digital Rubik’s cube, and converse over the assertion that the French make the worst tourists while the Japanese are the best.

This Week in Fun // Episode 25
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Digg Reel // Episode 79

Posted by phoenix on July 14th, 2009

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On this week’s Digg Reel, stupid animals! Tons of them, all making us laugh! Seriously! A cat eating with a fork and chopsticks, a bear on a trampoline, a slow lori gets tickled, and more!

Digg Reel // Episode 79
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Pixel Perfect with Bert Monroy // Episode 134

Posted by phoenix on July 14th, 2009

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On this week’s Pixel Perfect, Bert takes a classic picture of Cindy Crawford and shows you how to use Illustrator to dress her up in silky soft lace, and finish the touch up in PhotoShop!

Pixel Perfect with Bert Monroy // Episode 134
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Lab Rats // Episode 179

Posted by phoenix on July 14th, 2009

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On this week’s Lab Rats, Andy and Sean discuss why you should go hands-free with your cell phone, especially while you’re driving. Both hands on the wheel and both eyes on the road with this episode, and check out some cool gadgets that will help you stay focused and stay in touch at the same time.

Lab Rats // Episode 179
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This Week in Tech [TWiT] // Episode 203

Posted by phoenix on July 13th, 2009

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On this week’s TWiT, Tom Merritt, Ryan Block, Veronica Belmont, Roger Chang, Patrick Norton, and Robert Llewellyn make up a Leo-less panel!

Together the crew discusses Google’s announcement of the Chrome OS, warnings about airport wireless, chatter about a new browser project from Microsoft, and more!

This Week in Tech [TWIT] // Episode 203
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FLOSS Weekly // Episode 77

Posted by phoenix on July 13th, 2009

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On this week’s FLOSS Weekly, Randal and Jono set out to make a few listeners Ubuntu converts! They chat all about the newest release of Ubuntu, which is right up Jono’s alley since he’s community manager for Ubuntu!

FLOSS Weekly // Episode 77
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Windows Weekly // Episode 115

Posted by phoenix on July 11th, 2009

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On this week’s Windows Weekly, Paul and Leo discuss Paul’s upcoming book: Windows 7 Secrets, and some of the cool tips and tricks that’ll be in the book! Along with Paul and Leo are Rafael Rivera and Mary-Jo Foley, and everyone discusses some of the features that are-and should be-in the book!

Also on the docket today are questions around Windows 7 pricing, Paul’s been fielding a ton of support questions, and whether Windows 7 is just the best Microsoft OS ever or the best operating system ever.

Windows Weekly // Episode 115
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This Week at Gears and Widgets…

Posted by phoenix on July 10th, 2009

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I’m bringing back a weekly feature that will cross reference this blog, which is all about finding your favorite old TechTV stars in their new roles – especially when it has to do with computers, technology, and your favorite podcasts and IPTV shows, with my regular technology news and commentary blog, Gears and Widgets!

You get your regular dose of audio and video podcasting here, and you can get your regular dose of tech over there! But what’s new over there, you ask?

[ Google Announces Chrome Operating System ]
[ Spinning Gears :: DDoS Attacks Hit US Government Web Sites ]

Tekzilla // Episode 96

Posted by phoenix on July 10th, 2009

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On this week’s Tekzilla, Robert Heron is on set with Patrick to fill in for Veronica – who’s in Japan!

Patrick and Robert discuss whether or not you should consider renting internet access via EVDO cellular or just hit the local McDonalds or coffee shop, dual booting Windows 7, and more!

Tekzilla // Episode 96
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commandN // Episode 186

Posted by phoenix on July 10th, 2009

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On this week’s commandN, Amber’s alone again, but she’s got a lot of material to cover!

Among the week’s topics: Michael Jackson’s funeral one of the biggest Web events ever, Google announces Chrome OS, gamers powering through the recession, and more!

commandN // Episode 186
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Security Now! // Episode 204

Posted by phoenix on July 10th, 2009

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Leo and Steve dive back into the mailbag for another listener feedback episode of Security Now!

Security Now! // Episode 204
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CrankyGeeks // Episode 174

Posted by phoenix on July 9th, 2009

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On this week’s CrankyGeeks, John C and Sebastian are joined by Rob Enderle, President, Enderle Group; and Tim Bajarin, President, Creative Strategies!

Together the cranks descend on Google’s Chrome OS, the potential risks behind cloud computing, online radio gets a new lease on life, and whether or not cell phones with projectors will ever make it big.

CrankyGeeks // Episode 174
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Diggnation // Episode 210

Posted by phoenix on July 8th, 2009

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On this week’s Diggnation, Kevin and Alex chat up some of the week’s biggest news and stories from Digg.com!

Among those stories: JK Rowling gets a cool 500 million from a plagarism case, a teenager diagnosed her own disease in a science class, the creepiest baby toy ever, and the coolest Facebook vanity URL ever!

Diggnation // Episode 210
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MacBreak Weekly // Episode 148

Posted by phoenix on July 8th, 2009

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On this week’s MacBreak Weekly, Alex Lindsay and Scott Bourne are all alone on the show. Together though they discuss iPhone 3GS sales through AT&T, whether or not the 13″ Macbook Pro is the hit we think it is (it’s out of stock at many locations), and more.

MacBreak Weekly // Episode 148
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