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Compute This is where real computer problems meet real answers. Each week the program addresses the technology issues affecting everyday users, including security threats, major updates, performance concerns, and informed buying decisions.  Produced by Schrock Innovations, Compute This is presented as a live weekly call-in show, with full episodes available as video and podcast replays on major platforms.

  1. 3 days ago

    Apple’s Emergency Mac Update: Fix the Screen Sharing Flaw Tonight | Compute This

    Apple's Emergency Mac Update: Fix the Screen Sharing Flaw Tonight | Compute This Apple just rushed out an emergency patch for a Mac Screen Sharing flaw that lets an attacker skip your password and take full control of your computer. If you own a Mac, this is a tonight job, not a someday job, and Thor walks you through exactly where to click to get protected. This week's episode runs through the security fixes and tech news that actually affect your day: Apple's urgent update, Microsoft finally admitting Windows 11 has been quietly broken for years, and a ransomware kingpin who just ran out of places to hide. It's the plain-English version of what to do and why it matters. In this episode: Apple's emergency Mac patch and how to install it in System Settings Why Microsoft admits Windows 11 neglected the basics for five years, and what's coming this fall The Ransom Cartel creator sentenced to 16 years after hitting companies right here in Nebraska Around the shops: Best of Omaha voting closes today, we're hiring junior and senior techs, and you can win a free laptop The Schrock Safe Upgrade, a safe Windows install backed by a warranty Whether it's a Mac that needs patching or a Windows machine that needs a clean, safe upgrade, Schrock Innovations in Papillion can handle it without the jargon or the upsell. Stop in, call, or start online, and let Thor put your tech worries to rest. Show Notes: Apple rushes emergency fix for Mac Screen Sharing Microsoft's Windows 11 quality progress report Ransom Cartel creator sentenced to 16 years Apply at Schrock Innovations Schrock Innovations

  2. 3 Aug

    Hackers Broke Into America’s Water Systems | Compute This

    Hackers Broke Into America's Water Systems | Compute This Iran-linked hackers just broke into water utilities across the U.S. The entry point wasn't some genius zero-day exploit; it was default passwords nobody bothered to change. Thor breaks down what actually happened, why utilities in Minnesota and Michigan had to switch to manual operations, and the reassuring part: the water itself stayed safe the whole time. This episode is for anyone who wants the real story behind the headlines, minus the panic, plus a heads-up on a few tech issues that could be sitting in your own house or business right now. In this episode: Iran-linked hackers breached U.S. water utility systems using default passwords Why some utilities had to switch to manual operations, and how the water stayed safe Samsung's memory shortage is projected to last until 2028, and what bad memory actually looks like (freezes, random restarts, BSODs) Google's "Nano Banana" AI tool generated convincing fake satellite imagery, and got pulled within 24 hours Plus: the last few days of the Schrock Checkup Sale (30% off, $69.99) If your computer's been freezing, restarting on its own, or throwing blue screens, that's often a memory problem, and it's exactly the kind of thing Schrock Innovations catches for free during a Checkup, often still covered under warranty. Stop by the Schrock Innovations Papillion location and let's get it looked at before it gets worse. Show Notes: Hackers Broke Into America's Water Systems Samsung's Memory Shortage Will Run Through 2028 Google Pulls "Nano Banana" AI Satellite Feature Schrock Innovations

  3. 26 Jul

    Chick-fil-A Data Breach and the McAfee Pop-Up on Your New Monitor | Compute This

    Got an alert about the Chick-fil-A data breach? This week we cover what hit roughly 13,000 customers, why credential stuffing keeps working, and the password habit that keeps you off the next breach list. We also dig into the McAfee pop-up taking over new LG monitors and how to spot a sales pitch dressed up as a security warning. In this episode: - The Chick-fil-A data breach and the credential-stuffing trick behind it - Why your new monitor is trying to sell you antivirus - OpenAI's AI slipping its sandbox in the first autonomous cyberattack - Bitcoin near $64-65K and whether the rally has legs The Schrock Innovations team in Papillion is here when tech gets in your way. On next week's episode: why hands-on computer maintenance makes all the difference in an AI world. Show Notes: - Chick-fil-A data breach hits 13,000+ customers - LG kills the McAfee pop-up after Windows boss steps in - OpenAI model escapes its testing environment - Schrock Innovations

  4. 19 Jul

    Malware That Steals Your Saved Browser Passwords | Compute This

    If you let Chrome or Edge remember your passwords, this is the week to pay attention. A fast-spreading strain of "password stealer" malware is raiding saved logins straight out of the browser, and it is getting in through a fake "click to fix" popup that looks harmless. Thor breaks down how the attack works, why it can walk right past two-factor authentication, and the one simple thing that actually stops it. From there it is a full slate of the tech that hits your wallet and your peace of mind. Thor gets into the real cost of skipping a laptop warranty, why hard drive prices are climbing again, and the AI story everyone is talking about: a famous life coach's AI assistant that went and bought itself a robot dog. Whether you are protecting your data, shopping for a new machine, or just trying to keep up with where AI is going, there is something here for you. In this episode: - A new wave of malware that steals passwords saved in Chrome and Edge, and the fake popup that lets it in - Why stolen saved passwords can slip past two-factor, and why any antivirus beats none - The $500 hard drive: a Papillion laptop owner's repair bill and the warranty decision behind it - Why device and warranty prices are set to climb again next month - Tony Robbins' AI agent "Bartok," the robot dog it bought on its own, and why it now wants to "merge" with it - Anyone who saves passwords in their browser, is weighing a laptop warranty, or just wants to keep up with where AI is headed will enjoy this episode. The thread running through all of it is simple: the right protection and the right advice save you money and headaches down the road. That is exactly what the team at Schrock Innovations in Papillion does every day, from stopping password-stealing malware with solid antivirus to helping you decide when a warranty is worth it. Stop in, give them a call, or start a conversation online, and get your technology handled by people who actually pick up the phone. Show Notes: - Malware steals saved browser passwords (BleepingComputer) - Tony Robbins' AI agent bought a robot dog (The Blaze) - Sophos Endpoint Protection - Vote Schrock for Best of Omaha - Careers at Schrock Innovations - Schrock Innovations

  5. 12 Jul

    Car Insurance Data Breach | Compute This

    Nearly seven million drivers just had their personal information exposed in the AssuranceAmerica breach, including their driver's license numbers. If a letter from your insurer shows up this week, don't throw it out. This is the kind of leak that fuels one of today's fastest-growing scams, where criminals can sound and even look like someone you trust. Thor explains how one targeted employee can crack a whole company open, and walks through the simple steps that actually keep you protected. In this episode: - The AssuranceAmerica breach and the 6.9 million drivers it exposed - How one targeted employee opens the door for deepfake scams - Why Thor is personally auditing more than 800 Sophos subscriptions - The free DriveAdviser upgrade that predicts a dying hard drive before it takes your data - Apple's lawsuit against OpenAI over stolen trade secrets - Anyone who owns a car, runs a business, or wants to stay ahead of the latest scams will enjoy this episode. A breach like this can feel overwhelming, and that is exactly what Schrock Innovations is here for. The team at the Papillion service center can set you up with real protection and give you honest answers, so you get ahead of the threat instead of cleaning up after it. Show Notes: - AssuranceAmerica breach exposes 6.9 million drivers - Apple sues OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft - Sophos Endpoint Protection from Schrock Innovations - Schrock Innovations

  6. 5 Jul

    iPhone iOS 26.5.2 Emergency Security Update: Install It Tonight | Compute This

    Apple just pushed an emergency iPhone update, and this one's worth two minutes of your time. iOS 26.5.2 patches 29 security holes, including WebKit bugs where a single tapped link — no browser needed — could quietly grab passwords, two-factor codes, and card numbers off your screen. Plug in tonight and let it install while you sleep. This Independence Day episode also covers a Supreme Court ruling on your phone's location privacy, how businesses wall off customer data, and a few lighter moments for America 250. In this episode: Apple's iOS 26.5.2 emergency update — and why WebKit matters to every iPhone owner The Supreme Court's 6–3 geofence-warrant ruling, and the data-broker loophole it left open How network "segmentation" keeps customer data separate from guest Wi-Fi Fast holiday-week turnaround and a hiring update from the shops The "dumbest gadget of the year": Sony's $260 wearable neck air conditioner Anyone who owns an iPhone and wants to keep their personal data safe will enjoy this episode. At Schrock Innovations, we keep your technology safe and running without the jargon or the runaround. Our Des Moines Service Center just got a full network-security upgrade, and the same team is ready to help you — with fast turnaround all holiday week. Show Notes: Schrock Innovations We're hiring — see open positions

  7. 28 Jun

    Windows 10’s Free Extra Year — What It Means for You | Compute This

    Windows 10 is winding down, but there's a twist: home users just got another free year of security updates, while businesses face a Microsoft bill that doubles every year they wait. This episode tells you how much time you really have — and what dragging your feet will cost. From there, Thor covers the scams targeting your parents, why your next computer or game console is about to get pricier, and the jaw-dropping story of a security exec who tore out his own company's two-factor login. In this episode: - The Windows 10 split: free updates for home users, a doubling annual bill for businesses - Fast turnaround at the shops — plus we're hiring - Fake tech-support sites and remote-access scams, and how to shield the less tech-savvy people you love - AI's chip crunch is quietly raising prices on computers, consoles, even tiny capacitors — why buying now can pay off - The security boss who ripped out his own company's two-factor login (and what he knew that you don't) Anyone trying to make smart, money-saving tech decisions for their home or small business will enjoy this episode. Whether your Windows 10 machine needs a check-up, an upgrade, or a clean migration to Windows 11, the team at Schrock Innovations makes it painless. Stop by our Papillion service center and a friendly expert will handle the upgrade, lock down your security, and keep you running long after the deadline passes. Show Notes: Windows 10 end of support · Sophos Endpoint Protection · Schrock Innovations

  8. 21 Jun

    Tech You'll Actually Use | Compute This

    AI agents are everywhere in the news right now — but what can they actually do for you? From tools that book appointments and manage your calendar to smart assistants that handle repetitive work tasks, this episode breaks down what's real, what's coming, and how everyday people can start using AI agents today. We also tackle smart home upgrades, answer a listener question about keeping kids safe online, and get hands-on building a mini AI agent live on air. In this episode: • AI agents vs. chatbots — what's the difference and why it matters • Smart home tech that's actually worth the money • Live demo: building a simple AI agent in real time • Keeping your kids safe online without turning into a spy • Listener challenge: try building your own agent by July 1st Anyone who uses technology in their daily life — which is basically all of us — will enjoy this episode. Schrock Innovations helps people and businesses across Nebraska and Iowa make technology work for them — not the other way around. Whether you're in Omaha, Papillion, Lincoln, or Des Moines, the team is ready to help with everything from smart home setups to keeping your devices secure. Show Notes: • AI Agent Summit — July 15–17, 2026 • Listener Challenge: Build Your Own Agent (due July 1) • Next week: "Quantum Computing for Everyone" As always, you can find us at Schrock Innovations.com

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Compute This is where real computer problems meet real answers. Each week the program addresses the technology issues affecting everyday users, including security threats, major updates, performance concerns, and informed buying decisions.  Produced by Schrock Innovations, Compute This is presented as a live weekly call-in show, with full episodes available as video and podcast replays on major platforms.

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    Schrock Innovations
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    2026
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