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The threat of Deep Seek Feb 01, 2025

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A discussion about the release of Deep Seek leads off this edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart. The market shook but will American Big Tech? Doug is a little concerned. Callers/texts about pesky printer set up without WiFi, ugly Windows designs, finding your way back from the blue screen of death and apprehensions in updating a device.

Sharing isn't always caring Jan 18, 2025

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Steve and Doug are back and flooded with listener interaction! Topics: Accidental contact merge on Family Sharing on Apple Pitfalls of mixing email accounts Listener questions and texts Photo management & what to do with all the Tik Toks you downloaded

The future of internet service is competitive Jan 11, 2025

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Tech Talk Topics include: VPN marketing… is it worth all the work for you to have it? Wireless provider standards Potential tariff impact on the cost computer equipment Importance of cloud backup Icloud scams The internet ego olympics Installing a SSD Organizing photos digitally

Consider the cosumables Jan 04, 2025

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Steve and Doug start the program with a reminder to GROUND OUT. Discussion topics: Pumping the breaks on AI A call on recovering data and photos from an old phone Restoring from the cloud Wiping things from google Printer consumables PC Cleaners

For the love of Tech Talk BE GENTLE Dec 28, 2024

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Steve and Doug are back for more Tech Talk They kick off the show with a discussion about the ethical use of AI and the challenge it presents to sorting out what’s real and what’s not. Doug gets into how to best clean out your hard drive and gain speed (with PrivaZer) Steve also praises the value in purchasing factory refurbs instead of new machines Quick Hits with Doug Windows 11 Pro Rescue Discs

Beware of attachments but don’t be scared! Dec 21, 2024

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Today's Topics: Does a macbook need virus protection? Steve and Doug take calls on security concerns about iPads and security camera systems. Doug calls for longer usage of computer machines, you can use them longer than you think. Steve and Doug talk about last minute tech gifts… get a gift card don’t guess!

Tech and Static don't mix Dec 14, 2024

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Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart Static season is here... don't forget to ground out! Also, how not to get scammed by those Phishing schemes and what to do with your old machine that runs on Windows 7.

The fix is easy, finding what to fix is diffiicult Dec 07, 2024

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Steve and Doug are back to get techy. Topics include network collisions, reboots, Chromebook versatility ft. caller George and external hard drives.

Privacy vs Security & avoiding those spoofs Nov 30, 2024

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Steve 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!

Keeping your tech locked down, tight and secure! Nov 24, 2024

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Today 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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