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Personal stuff on work machines are a red flag Aug 09, 2025

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Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are back for another edition of Tech Talk! Topics include: Picking the tech that suits your study the best Testing new mice and eventually staying with old faithful Touchpad slander Recommendations for a backup cloud to cloud service Privazer is the cream de la creme of free PC cleaners Is replacing a motherboard a DIY project? Transitioning from Windows 10 to Windows 11

The new machines today aren’t the old machines of yesterday Jul 26, 2025

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It’s Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: The necessity of browser diversity Upgrading to a Solid State Drive Building a computer from scratch but it won’t charge Riding machines until the wheels stop spinning (10-15 years) When its time for a new Mac Recovering lost files Salvaging parts from an older machine Xfinity as an internet company and other providers

Grappling with seemingly forced AI integration Jul 19, 2025

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Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart returns after a weeks long Twins induced hiatus! Topics include: Forced AI integration in your email inbox Listener calls on Autocad and recovering a lost WiFi password Proton password manager Where to go to get a laptop/desktop worked on What Doug recommends for antivirus software

'Is this who we are?' Reaction to political shootings in Minnesota, plus the latest on how the killing spree unfolded Jun 16, 2025

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A detailed 20-page complaint filed by federal prosecutors reveals chilling details about the actions by Vance Boelter, the suspect in targeted, political shootings that left former Minnesota Speaker of the House Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark dead, and State Senator John Hoffman and his wife seriously injured. Here's reaction from local hosts on WCCO in Minneapolis, plus commentary on our overly hot political climate in the US, and how we can prevent this from happening again.

Doug isn’t a fan of Microsoft’s plan this year May 31, 2025

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Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart Topics include: Printer maintenance and purchase The importance of investing in quality paper and ink cartridges What should users of Windows 10 do in preparation for October (when support services stop) Debunking Windows 11 rumors Utilizing chromebooks

You don’t need to backup everything May 17, 2025

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Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart. Today's Topics: Backup services The competitive AI market What happens with Windows 10 this fall Uninstalling programs Can you skip updates? XP pens for tablets Virus protection for androids When to replace a battery in an iPhone

Give your old machine new life with Linux! May 10, 2025

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Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart have returned with the amazing weather for another edition of Tech Talk! Topics: How much trouble it is to change computer batteries on your own The necessity of using your laptop on battery power Innovation of the iphone 16 Troubleshooting printer problems with a hardwire connection Itunes disappearing from Windows tool tray Bringing the old computer you found in your attic back to life Windows scaling back their free security services

NL West Making Waves Early Apr 19, 2025

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The National League West has come to play in the first few weeks of the MLB season. USA Today writer and Audacy Insider Bob Nightengale breaks down why the division has been dominant so far. Plus, updates on a couple of poor-performing squads and if there's any progress on a salary cap.

Headlines from the Diamond on the Holiday Apr 19, 2025

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Bob Nightengale takes us through some of the big stories during this first month of the MLB season. Then, Steve gets you ready for the Twins' Saturday night tussle in Atlanta.

Wolves Look to Howl Against a Minneapolis Original Apr 19, 2025

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The Timberwolves open up their series against the Lakers on Saturday night. What can they do to vanquish the Purple & Gold's chances at a deep playoff run? Fanduel Sports analyst Kevin Lynch gives his thoughts.

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