Episodios

  • There is no toggle off with AI anymore (was there ever?)

    There is no toggle off with AI anymore (was there ever?)
    Mar 21 2026
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: More excitement around Macbook Neo Windows 11 letdown AI in search engines How to avoid AI AI backlash VirtualBox Spam emails on Linux Worst case malware Why Doug loves Linux Be wary of emotional calls to action Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
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    41 m
  • If Apple can change with the times, we all can

    If Apple can change with the times, we all can
    Mar 14 2026
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! We have a short show today due to the Twins running long down in Fort Myers. Topics include: More reasons to like Apple’s new product, Macbook Neo How the competition is reacting to Apple The need for customizable tech Concepts of the new Slate pickup Necessity of recycling machines What to do when Windows 10 is no longer covered Locked out of Facebook and they’re asking for passport pics… is this legit? Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
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    21 m
  • Apple makes a BIG move… an accessibly priced machine

    Apple makes a BIG move… an accessibly priced machine
    Mar 7 2026
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Macbook Neo… Doug’s really excited! Apple’s competitive culture and the what the shift in strategy signifies Doug breaks down the specs Messages popping up on a machine running Linux Cinnamon Cleaning a Linux machine Don’t make multiple changes at once Downloading a printer driver for an HP Inspire Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
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    42 m
  • We’re at a dangerous crossroads with AI

    We’re at a dangerous crossroads with AI
    Feb 28 2026
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Anthropic falls out with US government Setting the table for tech/DoD battle, what it means for the future Doug’s concerns on privacy and why not being online isn’t enough Buying a desktop What’s going to be the wakeup call for the world and AI? Troubleshooting a slow machine Battle of the PC cleaners Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
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    42 m
  • Control and Comfort Over Your Data Safety

    Control and Comfort Over Your Data Safety
    Feb 21 2026
    Doug Swinhart and Steve Thomson take your calls and texts during this week's edition of the program. Topics include the differences between Windows 11 & 10, the best ways to backup your documents and data, and how to recover your forgotten passwords.
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    35 m
  • The Price of Safety and Security

    The Price of Safety and Security
    Feb 14 2026
    Doug Swinhart and Steve Thomson are in to take your tech questions. On this week's edition of the program, there's a focus on concerns with security. They discuss the anxieties around Flock Safety, upgrading your internet provider, and the steps needed to clear that hard drive before donating your old computer.
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    34 m
  • Opening Our Tech-Driven Minds

    Opening Our Tech-Driven Minds
    Feb 7 2026
    Doug Swinhart and Steve Thomson are in to answer your tech questions. This week, those include the latest push for Open Source programming, why you should use Privazer to help your computer's efficiency, and making the most out of your printer.
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    36 m
  • When in doubt, reboot

    When in doubt, reboot
    Jan 31 2026
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Printer connections at home Changes in WiFi Windows 11 issues The future is web–based The future of Windows Must dos if you’re getting rid of an old machine Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
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    41 m