Tech Talker's Quick and Dirty Tips to Navigate the Digital World show

Tech Talker's Quick and Dirty Tips to Navigate the Digital World

Summary: Tech Talker demystifies technology and cutting edge devices so that even the most tech illiterate can understand what's going on with their computer or smartphone - and what to do when something goes wrong. In this podcast you will get answers to some of the biggest questions people have when dealing with technology. You'll learn new shortcuts, how to decode technical jargon, which gadgets to buy and which to skip, and even how to defend yourself against the dark arts (hackers). No matter if you use Mac, Windows, or even Linux, all are welcome and supported here.

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Podcasts:

 187 TT How to Stop a Hacker | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:07:58

If my series on DEFCON 2015 has been scaring you with tales of how hackers can infiltrate your life in any number of ways—from your social media accounts to the government to your car. If you’re feeling helpless against hackers, here are some of the best ways to safeguard yourself. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1hSiEHK

 186 TT DEFCON 2015: The Realities of Car Hacking | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:06:09

Tech Talker continues his debrief of DEFCON 2015 with a close look at how cars get hacked. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1UqhcYR

 185 TT Tech Talker's Insider Guide to DEFCON | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:07:16

Tech Talker's Insider Guide to DEFCON--an awesome mix of hacking software and hardware, and engaging in competitions. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1URw6te

 184 TT 6 Technology Items You Should Buy Cheap | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:06:38

Which technology items can you buy super cheap and still expect near the same quality? Tech Talker Eric Escobar weighs in. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1JgHJWC

 183 TT 5 Technology Items Worth the Splurge | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:06:44

This week, I want to talk about technology that is worth spending a little bit more money on and not just buying the cheapest item on the rack. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1IXZLig

 182 TT How to Protect Your Electronics When You Lose Power | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:06:13

What should you do to avoid the negative effects of blackouts and brownouts on your electronics? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1D6m1nI

 181 TT How to Reduce Your Mobile Data Usage | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:05:47

I want to talk about how to reduce the amount of data that you use on your mobile devices. This is was brought to me by a listener who has a hard time staying within her 2 GB data plan from her cell phone provider, and wants to know what things she can do to limit how much data she uses! Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1Mx2KeQ

 180 TT 3 Questions on Reboots, Apps, and WiFi | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:06:23

This week I’m going to answer three awesome questions that have been sent in to me via Facebook and email! Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1HBDktc

 179 TT How Does Google Now Work? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:06:11

Hey everyone! This week, I’m going to cover how Google Now works and some of the incredible features that it has, as well as how it can help you. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1O9zGe2

 178 TT Avoid Being Hacked: Lessons from Recent Data Breaches | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:07:18

This week, I’m going to cover some of the high profile hacks that have happened recently, including Lastpass, Kaspersky, and the White House’s Office of Personnel Management (OPM). My hope is that by learning more, you can avoid being hacked, stay more secure, and know what to do if you have been hacked. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1R2NxZo

 177 TT Streaming Versus Downloading | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:06:18

This week, I’m going to compare streaming versus downloading. I had a lengthy conversation with my dad today trying to explain the difference between streaming and downloading. I thought this would make a great episode for those who are confused about it. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1BVj1d5

 176 TT How to Back Up Everything--From Phones to Flash Drives to Websites | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:06:39

It’s that time of the year for my backup service announcement! When was the last time you backed up your desktop? Laptop? Phone? Flash Drive? Website? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1JSnpfH

 175 TT How Does Wikipedia Work? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:06:44

Wikipedia is the Internet's largest encyclopedia, with an unlimited number of authors, but how does it work? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1ffCivu

 174 TT Tech Talker Shocks You with Electricity! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:06:44

This week, I'm going to dive into some basic electrical terms that were brought up as questions after last week's episode on Tesla's Powerwall. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1cwm3rX

 173 TT Tesla's Powerwall | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:05:46

Tech Talker explains the advantages and inner workings of Tesla’s Powerwall, a big battery made by the car company Tesla that can help you use electricity more efficiently at home. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1IXpeWv

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