WCCO Tech Talk

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  • 41 minutes 23 seconds
    There is no toggle off with AI anymore (was there ever?)
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: More excitement around Macbook Neo Windows 11 letdown AI in search engines How to avoid AI AI backlash VirtualBox Spam emails on Linux Worst case malware Why Doug loves Linux Be wary of emotional calls to action Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
    21 March 2026, 8:56 pm
  • 20 minutes 49 seconds
    If Apple can change with the times, we all can
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! We have a short show today due to the Twins running long down in Fort Myers. Topics include: More reasons to like Apple’s new product, Macbook Neo How the competition is reacting to Apple The need for customizable tech Concepts of the new Slate pickup Necessity of recycling machines What to do when Windows 10 is no longer covered Locked out of Facebook and they’re asking for passport pics… is this legit? Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
    14 March 2026, 8:55 pm
  • 42 minutes 3 seconds
    Apple makes a BIG move… an accessibly priced machine
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Macbook Neo… Doug’s really excited! Apple’s competitive culture and the what the shift in strategy signifies Doug breaks down the specs Messages popping up on a machine running Linux Cinnamon Cleaning a Linux machine Don’t make multiple changes at once Downloading a printer driver for an HP Inspire Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
    7 March 2026, 10:08 pm
  • 41 minutes 56 seconds
    We’re at a dangerous crossroads with AI
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Anthropic falls out with US government Setting the table for tech/DoD battle, what it means for the future Doug’s concerns on privacy and why not being online isn’t enough Buying a desktop What’s going to be the wakeup call for the world and AI? Troubleshooting a slow machine Battle of the PC cleaners Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
    28 February 2026, 10:10 pm
  • 34 minutes 34 seconds
    Control and Comfort Over Your Data Safety
    Doug Swinhart and Steve Thomson take your calls and texts during this week's edition of the program. Topics include the differences between Windows 11 & 10, the best ways to backup your documents and data, and how to recover your forgotten passwords.
    21 February 2026, 10:05 pm
  • 33 minutes 31 seconds
    The Price of Safety and Security
    Doug Swinhart and Steve Thomson are in to take your tech questions. On this week's edition of the program, there's a focus on concerns with security. They discuss the anxieties around Flock Safety, upgrading your internet provider, and the steps needed to clear that hard drive before donating your old computer.
    14 February 2026, 10:41 pm
  • 35 minutes 49 seconds
    Opening Our Tech-Driven Minds
    Doug Swinhart and Steve Thomson are in to answer your tech questions. This week, those include the latest push for Open Source programming, why you should use Privazer to help your computer's efficiency, and making the most out of your printer.
    7 February 2026, 10:39 pm
  • 41 minutes 21 seconds
    When in doubt, reboot
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Printer connections at home Changes in WiFi Windows 11 issues The future is web–based The future of Windows Must dos if you’re getting rid of an old machine Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
    31 January 2026, 10:02 pm
  • 39 minutes 47 seconds
    Open source systems may become a normal option
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: The necessity of keeping your gas tank full during cold winter months Backing up your encrypted hard drive Windows 11 struggles Converting a Windows laptop to Linux Encrypted hard drives Security issues using Proton VPN Macbooks vs Windows vs Chromebooks Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
    17 January 2026, 10:01 pm
  • 40 minutes 43 seconds
    Dinosaurs do Tech Talk
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Doug’s thoughts on the current state of Microsoft The impact of AI at work Shutting off AI Getting WiFi to your garage & extenders Getting hacked by a birthday invitation Brave as a search engine Steve converting a Lenovo machine to Linux Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
    10 January 2026, 9:57 pm
  • 40 minutes 20 seconds
    Sinclair warned us about this, Orwell warned us about this, will we heed?
    It’s another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Giant data centers fueling the AI boom The necessity of AI regulation Steve and Doug’s fears The unlikelihood of AI disclaimers What is the true human cost of AI? Network attached storage Was this popup malware? Emails meant to be sent ending up in the trash on an iPhone Running Privazer Plus, calls and texts from listeners!
    20 December 2025, 9:59 pm
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