Data Doctors Computer Corner Podcast

Social Media as a Search Engine

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0700

The incredible growth of social media sites such as Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter have created powerful networks for communication, but there is an even bigger benefit to all those random conversations: SEARCH!

Whether you ''Tweet'' or not, you can make use of the billions of dispatches posted every month to learn more about a product or service that you are interested in purchasing.

Unlike static review websites that can contain old information and give you no ability to interact with those that have an opinion, searching via social media can get you in front of active conversations about what is important to you.

Listen in as the Data Doctors open your eyes to a whole other world of incredibly valuable information!

The Latest on the converging PC & TV

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0700

Our recent visit to the Consumer Electronics Show made it clear that the manufacturers of flat panel television sets are expanding the capabilities by including ''Internet connections'' & real processing power within the units.

There are countless methods to start accessing the Internet or Internet-based content on your television set, which makes deciding which way to go even more confusing.

Might you already have a device in your home that would allow you to start surfing on your big screen? Do you need to move your computer next to your TV in order to make it happen?

Listen in as the Data Doctors explore the latest ways to begin the ''convergence'' between your computer & your TV!

Mobile World Congress 2010

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0700

The mobile technology world converged on Barcelona, Spain this past week to set the stage for what is to come in mobile tech in the coming year or two.

Hot new smartphones, new phone operating systems and the latest in the world of mobile applications were shown at this years event.

Mobile technology is predicted to dwarf desktop technology over the next couple of years as more preocessing power, storage and capabilities emerge with each new generation.

Listen in as the Data Doctors discuss what mght be coming to a mobile tech store near you very soon!

Crowdsourcing revisited

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0700

Last February we introduced the amazing world of ''Crowdsourcing'' to all of you and the reaction was what we expected: awe struck amazement!

The crowd sourcing concept comes from combining a crowd with outsourcing.

Well, it''s been a year and the number of new crowdsourcing concepts has exploded across the globe.

Everyone in the world can either be part of the crowd that provide services or use these types of services via the Internet.

Listen in to see what we have uncovered that could change the way you look at the Internet!

Tech Support Survival Guide

Sat, 6 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0700

As technology infiltrates more areas of our daily lives, we invariably find ourselves talking to someone in the ''tech support'' department for our tech woes.

To be fair, telephone tech support staffers have one of the most difficult jobs in the world: trying to help non-technical users on technology that the support people can''t see or touch based on the non-technical verbal queues from frustrated users.

So what can you do to improve the chances of getting useful help from the folks in the tech support world?

Listen in as the Data Doctors give you tips on what to and more importantly, what not to do to survive the necessary evil of tech support!

Strong Password Creation & Management

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0700

In light of the recent research published on commonly used passwords amongst Internet users, it''s clear we need to revisit this very important topic.

Easy to break passwords will continue to be one of the biggest security risks threatening today''s computer user.

A few simple changes to how you select your passwords, how often you use them and how you store them can dramatically improve your security.

Listen in as the Data Doctors provide tips and resources so you can better manage this critical process of living in the digital age!

It's Tech Recycle time again!

Sat, 23 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0700

Throughout the year, Data Doctors in conjunction with its partners at the Az Technology Council & Westech Recyclers does its best to create awareness in the importance of properly disposing of old technology.

Anything with an electronic circuit board contains toxic materials and should not be thrown in the trash or it will end up in our landfills and in our ground water.

Many of you are retiring your old technology as a result of the holiday season, so now is the time to do something with the old tech.

The sooner older technology gets in the hands of needy charities, the more likely it will be useful & if it isn''t of any use, then we''ll help you dispose of it properly.

Listen in as we give you everything you need to know to responsibly dispose of your old technology (without exposing yourself to identity theft)!

CES 2010

Sat, 9 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0700

The annual ''nerdfest'' in Las Vegas is being held this week and we are broadcasting from the show floor.

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) will be showcasing all of the latest technology, gadgets and "solutions searching for a problem" for the whole world to see.

Listen in as Ken, Brandon and Clayton come to you live from the floor of the Las Vegas Convention Center to review all the hits and misses at this years show!

Tech to watch for in 2010

Sat, 2 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0700

It''s the beginning of a new year and that means it''s time to talk about what might be around the corner in the world of technology in the coming year.

Will ''the Cloud'' finally become the primary storage device for most of us?

Will Apple finally release a tablet computer that is actually useful?

Will the Internet become even more dangerous?

Will robots become commonplace?

Will 2010 be the year of "augmented reality"?

Listen in as the Data Doctors discuss the various predictions from around the web in what we might be able to expect in 2010.

The Decade in Tech

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0700

The last 10 years is being reported as the worst decade for owning stocks by the financial markets, but from the tech perspective, it was clearly one of the best.

When the decade began, Apple was a struggling & insignificant computer maker, Google had no meaningful revenue streams & the much hyped Y2K bug had just passed.

Today, Apple has reinvented itself, Google stock is trading at $600 per share and Social Media sites have dramatically changed how we connect with others.

Listen in as the Data Doctors take a look back at the tech stories that made the last 10 years one of the most interesting in history.