Computer America

Ben Crossman
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Oct 7, 2020 • 1h 1min

iPhone 12 Rumors, AR Doggles, Tech Support with Techguy.org

Both Segments: Mike Cermak, Owner/Operator of Techguy.org!Topics:Tech Support Guy – Free computer helpVB-Audio Virtual AppsMicrosoft Office 365, Outlook down again | ZDNetApple iPhone 12: Price, Oct. 13 announcement, 5G, plus rumors of a ‘Mini’ surprise | ZDNetWired1.jpg (1620×1080)The US Army is putting AR goggles on military dogs to better guide themTesla has disbanded its PR department: reportElon Musk: Public Beta for SpaceX’s Satellite Internet Will Start Soon | PCMagFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Oct 6, 2020 • 1h 1min

Maintaining Your Digital Lifestyle, Tips To Happy Tech

Backups:https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-backup-software?test_uuid=01jrZgWNXhmA3ocG7ZHXevj&test_variant=bhttps://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-cloud-storage-and-file-sharing-services?test_uuid=01jrZgWNXhmA3ocG7ZHXevj&test_variant=bHow to Set Up Subscription-Free Offsite Backuphttps://www.pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-check-your-hard-drives-healthMalware:https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/comprehensive-securityCleaning/Dusting:https://www.pcgamer.com/how-to-clean-your-computer-casehttps://www.wikihow.com/Clean-a-KeyboardCleaning Up Old Software/Update:https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/a/addremov.htmhttps://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4027667/windows-10-updateDefrag SSD:Why You Shouldn’t Defragment a Solid State Hard DriveMaintain your Smartphone/Tablet:Check Your Subscriptions:https://www.popsci.com/check-app-subscriptionsCheck your Service Providers:HomepageCheck Your Security Status:https://haveibeenpwned.comhttps://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-password-managers?test_uuid=01jrZgWNXhmA3ocG7ZHXevj&test_variant=bhttps://www.vice.com/en/article/bjeznz/how-do-you-know-when-youve-been-hacked-gmail-facebookCheck Spam Filters In Email:For more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Oct 5, 2020 • 1h 1min

Microsoft iOS App, The Tinder Game, No More Gas Cars

Both Segments: Popzara.com, Nathan Evans, Managing Editor.Topics:About | Popzara PressRazer Pro Type Keyboard Gadget Reviews | Popzara PressMicrosoft is bringing Xbox remote play to iOS | Engadget‘Fortnite’ Maker, Spotify Form Advocacy Group to Push for App Store Changes – WSJStraight, Middle-Aged Men are Being Charged More to Use Tinder PlusSean Rad gave a cringe-worthy defence for why Tinder charges its older users more money | Business InsiderCalifornia is ready to pull the plug on gas vehiclesAmazon announces streaming gaming service Luna, launching next month | Ars TechnicaDoom Eternal is the first game to arrive on Xbox Game Pass following Microsoft’s acquisition of ZeniMax – The VergeThe State of Gaming September 2020: Next-Gen Xbox + PS5 Priced, NPD, The Avengers Stalls, Tony Hawk MVP, Super Mario 3D and RIP 3DS | Popzara Podcast425.jpg (640×585)For more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Oct 5, 2020 • 1h 1min

Nikola Electric Truck Woes, Microsoft Acquires Bethesda, Amazon Fraudulent Sellers

Both Segments: Computer and Technology.Topics:Nikola electric truck founder resigns in the wake of SEC investigation | Engadget$100,000 in bribes helped fraudulent Amazon sellers earn $100 million, DOJ says | Ars TechnicaTikTok owner ByteDance is reportedly eyeing a $60 billion valuation for TikTok Global | Markets InsiderEverything we know so far about Oracle not actually buying TikTok | Ars TechnicaMicrosoft is acquiring Bethesda Softworks parent company ZeniMax – The VergeMassive ‘Marvel’s Avengers’ patch fixes over 1,000 bugs | EngadgetCompanies can track your phone’s movements to target ads | Ars TechnicaFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Oct 5, 2020 • 1h 1min

Smart Cities, What Are They, And What Will They Bring?

Smart Cities, What Are They?https://www.ey.com/en_ch/digital/what-does-the-future-of-smart-cities-look-likehttps://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2020/07/02/the-smart-cities-of-the-future-5-ways-technology-is-transforming-our-cities/#166472f973f8How will they change how we live?https://www.mexicanist.com/l/smart-cityWhat are the positives?https://www.inc.com/soren-kaplan/the-future-of-smart-cities.htmlhttps://www.mckinsey.com/industries/capital-projects-and-infrastructure/our-insights/smart-cities-digital-solutions-for-a-more-livable-futurehttps://interestingengineering.com/5-things-you-will-see-in-the-future-of-smart-cityWhat are the challenges?https://wireless.cioreview.com/cxoinsight/the-next-generation-of-wireless-networks–nid-7158-cid-13.htmlhttps://www.smartcitiesworld.net/opinions/opinions/the-three-biggest-challenges-to-building-a-commutable-smart-cityhttps://www.bosch.com/stories/smart-cities-of-the-futurehttps://www.allerin.com/blog/exposing-the-dark-side-of-smart-citiesWhat are the negatives?https://www.smartcitiesworld.net/special-reports/special-reports/the-future-of-facial-recognition-the-impact-on-smart-citieshttps://www.rfwireless-world.com/Terminology/Advantages-and-Disadvantages-of-smart-city.html#:~:text=Drawbacks%20or%20disadvantages%20of%20smart%20city,-Following%20are%20the&text=%E2%9E%A8Even%20if%20money%20was,about%20data%20privacy%20and%20security.https://www.quora.com/What-are-the-disadvantages-of-smart-citiesHow will we interact with the city?https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2017/05/19/how-telefonica-is-using-iot-and-big-data-to-build-smart-cities/#1ee065697e60Examples of current efforts to modernize cities?https://www.wired.co.uk/article/alibaba-city-brain-artificial-intelligence-china-kuala-lumpurhttps://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/consulting/articles/smart-city-case-study-collection.html?icid=htmlfragdropdown:(smart-cities-of-the-future)For more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Oct 5, 2020 • 1h 1min

Large Cyberattack On Healthcare, US Airforce Drones, Largest Digital Camera

Both Segments: Computer and Technology News.Topics:Major hospital system hit with cyberattack, potentially largest in U.S. historyAn AI Paper Published in a Major Journal Dabbles in PhrenologyiPhone 12 braided USB-C may finally fix Apple cord rep – SlashGearU.S. judge blocks Trump administration’s ban on new TikTok downloads | ReutersSkyborg: U.S. Air Force Wants a Fleet of Drones as Robotic Wingmen | Digital TrendsSensors of world’s largest digital camera snap first 3,200-megapixel images at SLAC | SLAC National Accelerator LaboratoryFarmVille—yes, the original—is finally meeting its demise | Ars TechnicaAmazon Prime Day was just announced, and some deals have already started | Ars TechnicaFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Oct 5, 2020 • 1h 1min

New Microsoft Office Details, Amazon Roundup, Battery Day News

Computer and Technology News.Topics:Here’s everything Amazon announced at its big hardware event | EngadgetAlexa can bark at intruders from your Echo for $49 per year | EngadgetNew Version of Microsoft Office Coming Next Year That Won’t Require a Subscription – MacRumorsChinese Asteroid Mining Robot Due to Launch in November | Universe TodayElon Musk reveals plans to slash electric battery costs, build $25,000 TeslaWikipedia is getting a new look for the first time in 10 years. Here’s why. – DiffWhat happens to Scots Wikipedia now?For more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Oct 5, 2020 • 1h 1min

Why Aren't Elections Held Online?

Why Aren’t Elections Held Online?Why Can’t We Vote Online?Links:Coronavirus boosts push for online voting despite security risks – POLITICOWhy can’t you vote online? – The VergeWe must consider secure online voting | TechCrunchWhy Mobile Voting? – Mobile Voting ProjectMalware infects 30 percent of computers in U.S. | InfoWorldIT threat evolution Q2 2020. Mobile statistics | SecurelistMIT researchers identify security vulnerabilities in voting app | MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technologyhttps://www.politico.com/f/?id=00000172-9406-dd0c-ab73-fe6e10070001ivoting-ccs14.pdfEmail and Internet Voting: The Overlooked Threat to Election Security – Common CauseTusk/Montgomery Philanthropies Announces First in the Nation Mobile Voting Blockchain Pilot Program for Active Duty Service MembersAre Blockchains the Answer for Secure Elections? Probably Not – Scientific AmericanFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Oct 5, 2020 • 1h 1min

Apple vs. Epic Recap, Apple Event 2020, Google Fiber 2Gbps, AMD Big Navi

Both Segments: Computer And Technology News.Topics:Apple calls Epic lawsuit a ‘campaign to reinvigorate interest in Fortnite’ | Engadgetfortnite – Explore – Google TrendsAmazon Music now has podcasts – The VergeHere’s everything Apple announced at its ‘Time Flies’ event | EngadgetiPad Pro – AppleHomeComplete Roundup of Nvidia RTX 3000 Series Reveal Event, All RevealsAMD’s next-generation Zen 3 CPUs and Radeon RX 6000 ‘Big Navi’ GPU will be revealed next month – The VergeXbox Series X and S: everything you need to know about the next-gen of Xbox – The VergeNew Google Fiber plan: $100 for 2Gbps, plus Wi-Fi 6 router and mesh extender | Ars TechnicaFacebook’s Infinite Office is a virtual office space for the WFH crowd | EngadgetFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Oct 5, 2020 • 1h 1min

NordPass Interview, The Importance and Convenience Of Password Managers

NordPass. Patricia Chaney, Spokesperson.With NordPass, store your passwords in the cloud, access them on desktop, mobile, or your favorite browser. All encrypted on your device, for your eyes only.Topics:Password Manager: Autosave & Autofill Passwords | NordPassHow Long Would it Take to Crack Your Password? Find Out! – Randomize400K people register to vote on Snapchat | TheHillFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!

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