WCCO Tech Talk

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TECHNOLOGY
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NewsRadio 830 WCCO

3D AGO

Did our talk fix our tech issues?

It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: What to do now that Windows 10 updates aren’t available anymore Backdoor solutions Solving tech issues on the fly Linux mint Anti virus removal tools Broken screens

43 min
OCT 11

Take your time, do your own research

It’s another episode of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Elon Musk’s upcoming Linux system The affordability of storage devices Setting up a new laptop Downloading Proton and what’s included Antivirus software… programs and preparation Microsoft 360 office online issues Syncing issues with Microsoft and Norton AntiVirus Windows 10 to Windows 11 transition

34 min
OCT 4

Doug is a huge fan of Chris Titus' Windows Utility program

It’s another edition of Tech Talk featuring Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Windows 10 deep dive Increased competition for Apple and Microsoft from overseas Their level of trust in Chinese products Keeping work and personal email separated Broken power supply/damaged jack… should you replace the part or the machine? Tablets & E-Readers Chris Titus’ Windows Utility program

40 min
SEP 27

The case of the missing cursor

It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics explored: What to do if you don’t want to move on from Windows 10 What the American market doesn’t get access to Setting up accounts securely Avoiding password webs Top notch password managers Avoiding scams Checking sourcing when downloading apps Cellular networks in your appliances

42 min
SEP 13

Know Before You Click and Big Week for Windows!

There are many ways in which people can access your information - we discuss ways in which simply clicking an email in the break can open up floodgates of trouble for your info and financial records, etc. We dive into this first segment, then dive into Windows 10, Windows Defender, monitor calibration and much more in today’s edition of Tech Talk!

38 min
SEP 6

How vulnerable are we to cyber warfare?

Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Cyber warfare and protecting cyber infrastructure and the threat level. Awareness especially for seniors who are often targeted for online scams Is it necessary to upgrade to Windows 11? Recovering an accidentally deleted email inbox Should you be wary of QR codes? Texts and calls from listeners

33 min
SEP 4

To vax or not to vax? Experts say that shouldn't be the question as controversy swirls over guidelines and CVS requires prescriptions

Many health professionals are steaming mad about what's going on in the Trump Administration where vaccines are concerned as new guidelines are confusing, at best, and leave people wondering what to do. There's so much turmoil and conflicting information that CVS is requiring prescriptions for some vaccines in some states.

39 min
AUG 30

Updates, Upgrades, and New Options for Your Computer

After a week away, Doug Swinhart is back on the mic with Steve Thomson. In this episode, they discuss topics including what to do when versions of Windows O/S, which search engines they recommend, and good ways to back up your data.

35 min

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A Review of "WCCO Tech Talk"

11/25/2023

(Mario500)

(update for Sunday, November 27th, 2022: I had found what I had believed to had been a certain part of what I had believed to had been a certain recording of this "WCCO Tech Talk" made since my original review of it here to had been vulgar and unnecessary (specifically a certain part involving what could be described as having had been certain language that could be spelled this way: "bee ess" (note: I had originally rated this "WCCO Tech Talk" four star shapes prior to this update)) (Original review (for Sunday, October 9th, 2022):) I had found what I had believed to had been certain parts of what I had believed to had been recordings and broadcasts of what I believed to had been this "WCCO Tech Talk" to had been enjoyable, informative, and pleasant (for example, no language that could be perceived as vulgar or profane).