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Computer AmericaBoth Hours:  It's our all Linux Show!  Every third Tuesday of the month, we have an all Linux show!  Joining Craig and Charles once again is Larry Bushey, the Creator and host of the "Going Linux Podcast."  This month's Topic is: "When a Linux Distro Dies!"  Please join us!  

Computer AmericaBOTH Hours: It's Thursday Night and we're all over the road with our guest David Perry, Malware Expert extrodinairre and a LONG time Computer America Correspondent.  We talk about the latest computer viruses and malware.  

Computer AmericaHour one: Mike Cermak the Owner/Operator of Techguy.org joins us in our first show of the year!  It's Wednesday Madness and we answer ANY questions you may have about Computers and Technology!We discuss the Windows 8.1 update and trying to find a job using technology- College vs Technical ability and training- What are employers looking for in an applicant?Hour two: Craig and Charles do Computer and Technology News, brought to you by Slimware Utilities, the Official Optimization Software of Computer America, and answer your computer questions!  

Computer AmericaHour one: Guardian AlertME is an iPhone app where you can set up a required check-in interval, meaning if you're going on a late night jog you can set Guardian AlertME to track your location and time. So, if there is a failed check-in after the set time the app will automatically notify your programmed list of emergency contacts, letting the people who care most about you where you are and that you spent longer than you should have on that jog. Guardian AlertME also includes a link to a map and GPS coordinates of where you're located, making it easy for you to found. Better yet, these location features work even if your phone is turned off or destroyed! In addition, the emergency contacts are pulled from your contacts list on your phone and you can send single-button alert signal at any time with the Guardian AlertME app. Joining us tonight is Gerald Bailey, the President and Founder of SnakeHead Software.Hour two: Craig and Charles do Computer and Technology News, brought to you by Slimware Utilities, the Official Optimization Software of Computer America, and answer your computer questions!  

Computer AmericaHour one: Looking for a new job? The Doctor can help!  Dr. Tracey Wilen is a prominent thought leader on the impact of technology on society, work and careers. She's been a scholar at Stanford University and has held leadership positions at Apple, HP, Cisco, and the Apollo Group. Dr. Wilen has authored 11 books. She has appeared on CNN, Fox and CBS news, in The Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, Forbes, Los Angeles Times, and USA Today. She frequently contributes to The Huffington Post, the Examiner, and the Christian Science Monitor and is on radio shows across the US weekly as an expert guest. We will talk about her forward-looking book, Society 3.0: How Technology Is Reshaping Education, Work, and Society (2012), in which Dr. Wilen-Daugenti explores the impact of rapid societal change on how Americans learn, work, and connect.Hour two: Craig and Charles do Computer and Technology News, brought to you by Slimware Utilities, the Official Optimization Software of Computer America, and answer your computer questions!  

Computer AmericaHour one: MacTech Magazine.  Neil Tipton, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief talks about the underbelly of Mavericks and why you should definitely WAIT before upgrading, even though it's free!Hour two: Craig and Charles do Computer and Technology News, brought to you by Slimware Utilities, the Official Optimization Software of Computer America, and answer your computer questions!  

Computer AmericaHour one: RingMeMaybe is designed to solve the privacy issues in person-to-person and person-to-crowd mobile engagement.  Every time you hesitate to share your phone number, generate a new one instead! The best situations examples are when you want to publish an ad on Craiglist or when you start getting into a conversation on Match.com but there is no limit. You can basically generate a new phone number for every occasion!Hour two: Craig and Charles do Computer and Technology News, brought to you by Slimware Utilities, the Official Optimization Software of Computer America, and answer your computer questions!  

Computer AmericaHour one: Reevu. Imagine wearing a helmet that lets you see behind you!  And that's just the start!  Motorbike helmets serve one purpose - to protect. Reevu has taken this concept further, producing the world's first motorbike helmets with an integrated rear vision system that helps prevent accidents. A new age in motorcycle helmets has arrived.Hour two: Craig and Charles greet Dick DeBartolo, Mad Magazine's maddest writer and the GizWiz!  Tonight Dick talks about new streaming drives from SansDisk, AFFORDABLE LED light bulbs, a new digital camera and projector for kids, the Shouse for your pet and more!  

Computer AmericaHour one: Siber Systems.  RoboForm Password Manager and Form Filler has been saving time and making life easier for millions of internet users worldwide. A leader in password management since 1999, RoboForm is amazingly fast and easy to use.Hour two: Craig and Charles do Computer and Technology News, brought to you by Slimware Utilities, the Official Optimization Software of Computer America, and answer your computer questions!  

Computer AmericaHour one: Apple aficionado Gene Steinberg joins us to discus all of Apple's recent announcements including the iPad Air, iPad Mini and Mavericks.  But shoud you upgrade to Mavericks or wait?  Gene also Hosts the Paracast Radio Show!Hour two: Craig and Charles do Computer and Technology News, brought to you by Slimware Utilities, the Official Optimization Software of Computer America, and answer your computer questions!  

Computer AmericaOn today's Show, Michael Miller.  Now that the Windows 8.1 is officially here, should you update to it or wait?  And if you jumped the gun and couldn't wait for the official release, what perils do you now face when upgrading?  Plus we'll talk about OS upgrades in general like OSX Mavericks and why you should wait, even though it's FREE! Plus the iPad Air and Mini are here but should you upgrade?Mike is one of Computer America's Special Correspondents. Michael Miller is a proven and successful non-fiction writer on a variety of technical, business, and lifestyle-related topics. He has written more than 100 books in the last two decades that have collectively sold more than one million copies. His best-selling books include The Ultimate Web Marketing Guide, YouTube for Business, and Facebook for Grown-Ups for Que Publishing. He has established a reputation for being able to explain difficult concepts to everyday readers in easy-to-understand language.  

Computer AmericaHour one: MyPermissions is a suite of security tools for protecting personal privacy online, including a free mobile app for iOS, Android and Kindle Fire, and a Web browser plugin that gives users real-time alerts whenever a new application connects. MyPermissions monitors all connected applications across social networking sites including Facebook, Twitter, Google, LinkedIn, Dropbox and more. It gives users control over the data that apps are able to access. MyPermissions protects users from unknowingly sharing photos, documents, locations, contacts, emails, or any other sensitive information, and allows them to approve or revoke what apps access their data, and how.Hour two: Craig and Charles do Computer and Technology News, brought to you by Slimware Utilities, the Official Optimization Software of Computer America, and answer your computer questions!  

Computer AmericaOn today's Show, Michael Miller.  Now that the Windows 8.1 is officially here, should you update to it or wait?  And if you jumped the gun and couldn't wait for the official release, what perils do you now face when upgrading?  Plus we'll talk about OS upgrades in general like OSX Mavericks and why you should wait, even though it's FREE! Plus the iPad Air and Mini are here but should you upgrade?Mike is one of Computer America's Special Correspondents. Michael Miller is a proven and successful non-fiction writer on a variety of technical, business, and lifestyle-related topics. He has written more than 100 books in the last two decades that have collectively sold more than one million copies. His best-selling books include The Ultimate Web Marketing Guide, YouTube for Business, and Facebook for Grown-Ups for Que Publishing. He has established a reputation for being able to explain difficult concepts to everyday readers in easy-to-understand language.  

Computer AmericaRalph Bond joins us on today's Show to discusses the world's first "I" Augmented Reality Helmet, Android Malware, Google's Gesture Vehicle Control Technology, a new Chrome OS-like browser for Windows 8, the Best tablets for 2013, more on Steam's Machine, a brand new WIDE format TV from LG, and lots more!Ralph Bond correspondent for the Computer America Show, and is the author of “Family Computer Fun, Digital Ideas Using Your Photos, Movies and Music” by Que Publishing, and co-author of “The PC Dads Guide to Becoming a Computer Smart Parent” by Dell Publishing. Ralph was Intel’s Consumer Education manager for more than 10 years, and for the past four years he’s been part of Autodesk’s communications team.  

Computer AmericaHour one: Epson. Just announced, Epson has introduced its newest high-performance Small-in-One printer – the Epson Expression Photo XP-950. delivering professional-quality photos, up to 11″ x 17″, in one of the smallest footprints available on the market today!  Ideal for creative individuals on the go, the Expression XP-950 is compatible with Epson Connect – Epson’s free suite of mobile printing solutions – making it simple for users to print unique projects from a tablet, smartphone or computer from anywhere in the world!Hour two: Craig and Charles do Computer and Technology News, brought to you by Slimware Utilities, the Official Optimization Software of Computer America, and answer your computer questions!