Computer America

Ben Crossman
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May 12, 2020 • 1h 1min

BandLab Interview, Digital Music Creation and Collaboration

First Segment: BandLab. John Ivers, Product Manager.BandLab is a social music platform that enables creators to make music and share the creative process with musicians and fans. With a global community of creators and fans, BandLab combines music making and collaboration tools like the world’s first cross-platform DAW, with social features like video sharing, messaging and discovery. BandLab’s mission is to break down the technical, geographic and creative barriers between creators, collaborators and community by providing a completely FREE and unlimited service. Join the movement at www.bandlab.com.Second Segment: Computer and Technology News.Apple Reportedly Seeking to Move Significantly More Production From China to India – MacRumorsFor full show notes, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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May 11, 2020 • 1h 1min

Kabn Systems Interview, 5G Towers Burned, 73M Hacked Records, Elder Scrolls 6 Announcement

First Segment: Kabn Systems North AmericaIdentity is what makes us unique, but since the inception of the Internet, digital identity has been an afterthought. With today’s acceleration of online commerce, education, healthcare, government and other services tailored to the individual, digital identity and the data that surrounds it is online “gold”. KABN believes that ownership of identity is a basic human right and individuals should be the primary beneficiary of any use of their identity.Second Segment: Computer and Technology News.KABN.NETWORK – KABN NETWORKKABN Systems North America – KABN Systems North AmericaLiquid Avatar – Liquid Avatar Creators5G coronavirus conspiracy theory leads to 77 mobile towers burned in UK, report says – CNETHackers sell over 73 million stolen user records on the dark web | EngadgetBethesda says ‘Elder Scrolls 6’ details are years away | EngadgetOn-demand food delivery apps are letting minors order alcohol, regulators say – The VergeFor full show notes, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Apr 21, 2020 • 1h 1min

Shape Changing Bots, Technology To Fight Covid, Science/Tech Trends Ralph Bond

During my years at Intel I worked for the broadcast team where I developed a love for radio. Today I am keeping that passion alive by appearing each month on the Computer America Show as the team's Science and Technology Trends Correspondent. Click the "Computer America Radio" tab to hear my appearances on the show, and access the show notes packed with lots of great information. And, starting June 7, 2019 I began making appearances on the Mark Mason show, KEX 1190 AM, Portland, Oregon.
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Apr 6, 2020 • 1h 1min

Tanoshi Computers Interview, Intel's New Mobile Processors

First Segment: Tanoshi Computers, Brad Johnston, CEOOur mission is simple. Tanoshi was created to provide a brighter future for ALL kids. Every child should have the opportunity to develop 21st Century computer skills needed to excel in today’s school environment, such as typing, familiarity with common productivity apps (Google Docs, Sheets, etc.), and coding. However, kids from lower income households and school districts, do not have the same opportunities as those from more affluent families and school districts. Topics:ScratchJr – HomeNancy Drew: Codes & Clues | Interactive Games | HeR InteractivePromote Computer Science | Code.orgBachelor’s Degrees in Physics and STEM Earned by WomenTwo Weeks After AMD Announced Super Fast Laptop Processors Intel Announces Its RivalsFor full show notes, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Apr 6, 2020 • 1h 1min

Zoom Over Reaction, Google Location Data, How To Remote Work With Techguy.org

Both Segments: Techguy.org, Mike Cermak, Correspondent.Topics:The US box office made just $5K in the last week of March – CNETDomestic Box Office Weeklies For 2020 – Box Office Mojo‘Zoom is malware’: why experts worry about the video conferencing platform | Technology | The GuardianGoogle uses location data to show which places are complying with stay-at-home orders — and which aren’t – The VergeCOVID-19 Community Mobility Reports2020-03-29_CA_Mobility_Report_en.pdfSplashtop Remote Access | Remote Computer Access Connection Software | PC, MacFor full show notes, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Apr 6, 2020 • 1h 1min

Cyber Security Quiz, Test Your Knowledge With Us, Zoom Security Concerns

Both Segments: Scott Schober, Cyber Security Expert, Author.Scott N. Schober is the President and CEO of Berkeley Varitronics Systems (BVS), a forty-year-old New Jersey-based privately held company and leading provider of advanced, world-class wireless test and security solutions. Schober also invented BVS’s cell phone detection tools, used to enforce a “no cell phone policy” in prisons and secure government facilities. Scott is a highly sought-after subject expert on the topic of cybersecurity.Topics:Hacked Again: COVID-19 Goes Phishing, Remote Workers Fight BackCybersecurity-Quiz.pdfZoom-bombing safeguards you can take right now – Scott SchoberFor full show notes, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Apr 6, 2020 • 1h 1min

Sargon Dental Implant, Ultratooth Interview, Samsung Chromebook, Saudi Tracking Phonesv

First Segment: Dr Sargon Lazarof, Cosmetic Dentist/Founder/InventorDr. Sargon is the inventor of the FDA’s first approved immediate load Ultratooth implant. At our office, you can have an implant placed with a crown in full function in as little as 1-hour!Topics:Biodent Store – Ultratooth StoreSaudi spies tracked phones using flaws the FCC failed to fix for years | TechCrunch‘Star Trek: Voyager’ gets an unofficial 4K remaster thanks to AI | Engadget‘Modern Warfare 2’ remaster reportedly goes on sale tomorrow | EngadgetSamsung’s 4K OLED Chromebook arrives on April 6th for $999 | EngadgetCourt finds algorithm bias studies don’t violate US anti-hacking law | EngadgetFor full show notes, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Apr 6, 2020 • 1h 1min

Instacart Hiring, Half-Life: Alyx, Apple Movies At Home, With Popzara

Both Segments: Popzara, Nathan Evans, Managing Editor.Throughout Popzara you’ll find views on gaming, movies, technology, cultural icons and so much more. Reviews and previews, in-depth analyses, opinion pieces, conversations, and a regularly updated Podcast help keep things interesting and always entertaining. Our diverse editorial staff is committed to bringing this cornucopia of editorial goodness in fair-minded and positive ways, with minimal snark. A little bit of everything for the discriminating reader and curious listener is what you’ll find at Popzara.Topics:Instacart is hiring 300,000 grocery shoppers (updated) | EngadgetApple’s Universal Purchase Feature Goes Live This WeekHalf-Life: AlyxFor full show notes, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Mar 17, 2020 • 1h 1min

Hardware Announcements, Xbox Series X Specs, Apple New iPad Pro Models

Computer and Technology News.Topics:Intel’s neuromorphic chip learns to ‘smell’ 10 hazardous chemicals | EngadgetMicrosoft unveils a ton of Xbox Series X hardware details | EngadgetAMD’s efficient Ryzen 9 CPUs target Intel’s gaming laptop crown | EngadgetMicrosoft hits its goal of 1 billion devices running Windows 10 – The VergeApple accidentally listed four new iPad Pro models on its website | EngadgetNearly 20 Million People Were Using Steam Today, Shattering Record – IGNPassword found to rescue victims of malicious COVID-19 tracker appUniversal is releasing movies in theaters and at home on the same day | EngadgetUncensored Minecraft LibraryAmazon to hire 100,000 people to handle coronavirus-induced online shopping – CBS NewsTikTok will stop using China-based moderators to screen foreign content | EngadgetTikTok Told Moderators: Suppress Posts by the “Ugly” and PoorFor full show notes, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Mar 16, 2020 • 1h 1min

How To Spot Fake News, Coronavirus False Claims, And Doctored Video

Today’s show was dedicated entirely to the idea that false information is working its way through the system.Topics:4 Tips for Spotting a Fake News Story | Harvard Summer SchoolIntroducing Poynter’s International Fact-checking Network – PoynterHow to Spot Fake News – FactCheck.orgABCnews.com.co – WikipediaWTOE 5NEWS – WTOE 5NEWSBrazilian president Bolsonaro’s coronavirus test shows how media can misinform, tooWhole Foods workers angry over coronavirus paid time off policyFake News: How to Spot It7 ways to avoid misinformation during the coronavirus pandemic – PoynterContrary to False Posts, Sanitizer Helpful Against Coronavirus – FactCheck.orgTwitter takes down coronavirus tweets from John McAfee, David Clarke, and others – The VergePowerPoint PresentationDivorce cases spike in China after ‘couples spend too much time during coronavirus quarantine’ | Daily Mail OnlineManipulated Video Targeting Pelosi Goes Viral – FactCheck.orgThere’s a coronavirus rumor going viral about a national quarantine — it’s fake – The VergeCoronavirus Fears Haven’t Sunk Sales of Corona Beer in U.S. – FactCheck.orgGuide: How to spot cheap, out-of-context and deepfake videos | Africa CheckHow to detect video that’s been manipulatedFor full show notes, check out ComputerAmerica.com!

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