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NewsRadio 830 WCCO
Episodes
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The fix is easy, finding what to fix is diffiicult
07/12/2024 Duration: 39minSteve and Doug are back to get techy. Topics include network collisions, reboots, Chromebook versatility ft. caller George and external hard drives.
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Privacy vs Security & avoiding those spoofs
30/11/2024 Duration: 39minSteve and Doug get into the privacy vs security debate, spoofing that leads to invasion and buying a new laptop this holiday season for caller Jerry!
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Keeping your tech locked down, tight and secure!
24/11/2024 Duration: 38minToday on the show we discussed how tightening and troubleshooting goes a long way in helping your tech operate properly, the importance of keeping your information secure and away from the dark web, and keeping your tech tested and powered throughout the home! We talk all things tech and take your questions and concerns for your tech that you may have for Doug Swinhart on Tech Talk!
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VPN’s, streaming software including Netflix Friday fiasco and password protection!
17/11/2024 Duration: 29minIn today’s episode we talked about the Netflix buffering issue millions of people experienced Friday night during the Paul-Tyson fight, as well as VPNs and password protection and overall software security - that and much more as Doug Swinhart is here to answer your technical questions on Tech Talk!
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Battery Backups, Power Supply, and Windows 11!
09/11/2024 Duration: 38minFor Tech Talk today, we chatted about the importance of battery back ups, power supplies, some Windows 11 troubleshooting, browser questions and more as Doug Swinhart answers any and all questions regarding your technology and devices on Tech Talk!
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Printers, printer recommendations and the Mac mini
02/11/2024 Duration: 36minToday we tackled questions regarding what to do with your hard drive, Mac Mini upselling, email troubleshooting in Windows 11, configuring your default security in Chrome, a printer power surge and home printer recommendations - that and much more as Doug Swinhart answers any and all questions you may have regarding your tech and devices on Tech Talk!
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Identification Verification and Ransomware Awareness
26/10/2024 Duration: 37minFor today’s show we started with verification and protection from ransomware attacks and emphasizing the importance of securing your devices and information! Also we dive into more security troubleshooting issues, ‘Pie’ as an ad blocker and how it compares to other ad blockers - that and much more as Doug Swinhart answers any and all tech questions you may have on Tech Talk!
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Digging Into Your Tech Issues
19/10/2024 Duration: 40minSteve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are in to take your questions on those tech issues. During this episode, topics that are discussed include Intel's continuing issues, Starlink's influence on internet access, the type of antenna you should get for local channels on your TV, and clearing out the data from your address book.
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Keeping your files safe, PrivaZer and much more!
14/10/2024 Duration: 38minToday we covered a lot more on the pros to PrivaZer, Windows troubleshooting, document filing and much more! If you have any tech questions - Doug Swinhart has you covered on Tech Talk
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Double the authentication, Windows app and more!
05/10/2024 Duration: 39minIn today’s episode we chatted about the Windows app, double authentication, using multiple browsers, Google Chrome password troubleshooting - that and much more on Tech Talk with Doug Swinhart! We have all of your tech questions covered throughout the show!
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Puzzling tech questions and expanding the growth of fiber!
28/09/2024 Duration: 34minAmong the topics covered today we did a deep dive into the growing popularity of fiber among internet users in 2024 and the efficiency that comes with it. Also a startling issue with Zoom for one user, HP laptop troubleshooting, Gmail randomly emptying out and more! All of your tech questions answered by Doug Swinhart on Tech Talk!
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More Troubles Popping Up for Intel
14/09/2024 Duration: 36minAfter a week off, Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are back to answer those nagging tech questions. Among this episode's topics, they cover the ongoing issues for Intel, handling duplicate copies of music files, finding a fast Internet provider, and more.
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Some Turmoil for a Couple of Tech Giants
24/08/2024 Duration: 33minSteve Thomson and Doug Swinhart join forces to answer your calls and texts on those nagging computer issues. This week, they focus on problems for Adobe and Kaspersky, the advantages of upgrading the hardware on your device, making the best of your email, and more.
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Emphasizing the importance of internet security!
17/08/2024 Duration: 35minWe start the show with Doug sharing some new additions to Proton, VPN discussion, and the importance of double authentication. Recaptcha, Google monopoly and more! Plus we take any and all of your tech questions that you may have on this edition of Tech Talk!
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Intel chip troubles, OneDrive, Linux Mint and more!
10/08/2024 Duration: 35minToday we began the show talking a little bit about the chip issues Intel is facing that has made waves, cleaning your computer drive, alternatives to your router and much more! Doug Swinhart is here to answer any and all questions regarding your tech on Tech Talk!
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Delta Airlines ripple effect, pricing of a Linux install, Windows troubleshooting and more!
27/07/2024 Duration: 33minMany businesses are still reeling from the CrowdStrike attack last Friday, mostably Delta Airlines - we discuss that, its Microsoft operating system could be an issue as well. We also dive into Linux and Windows troubleshooting, VPN’s for television and entertainment, wiping your computer clean and much more as Doug Swinhart answers any tech questions and troubleshooting on today’s Tech Talk!
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CrowdStrike chaos, personal information emails and more!
20/07/2024 Duration: 33minIt was a crazy and chaotic Friday around the world and the world is not recovering quite yet - still flight delays, bank systems down and more - we break down what went wrong. Also, other topics we dive into are the personal information emails you may get - how do you know if its legit. Also, Spam folders, Proton VPN troubleshooting and more as Doug Swinhart answers your tech questions on Tech Talk!
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Advancements of A.I., the latest on AT&T breach and more on Tech Talk!
13/07/2024 Duration: 32minNews has made the rounds in the last 24 hours as AT&T faced a system breach where millions had their calls and texts and information retrieved. We also talked about some recent A.I. stories, Proton VPN troubleshooting, Paypal/payment scams and much more as Doug Swinhart takes your questions and concerns about your tech!
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Keeping your passwords in check and secure!
29/06/2024 Duration: 33minAnother edition of Tech Talk, today we dove into password efficiency and how to keep a constant record of your passwords to increase security. Also, we talked about Dark Web, Brave browser tips, internet service provider options, Starlink new tech, Linux, saving to your desktop and more! Doug Swinhart answers any tech or device questions you may have.
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Upkeep of your devices, power cycling and more!
15/06/2024 Duration: 39minInstalling Linux on Windows 10, PrivaZer, power cycling your device and swapping batteries and much more in this impromptu Tech Talk this Saturday as Doug Swinhart answers your calls and texts with any tech troubleshooting questions you may have!