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TechByter Worldwide (formerly Technology Corner) with Bill Blinn

TechByter Worldwide offers high-tech content in plain English. Programs are approximately 20 minutes long are listed by date and topic. (YYYY.MM.DD: Topic)

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18:37

TechByter Worldwide 2020-06-12: Solving a Problem...

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2020/06/12

If you encounter a computer problem that can't possibly be happening, it's important to realize two things: First, it is happening, and second, there is a reason it's happening. Finding the reason and fixing it are the entertaining parts, if you have a warped sense of "entertainment". In Short Circuits: Thunderbird is an email application that will probably never see another major update, but it's full of useful features and a great solution for those who don't like Outlook. • The latest version of

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20:52

TechByter Worldwide 2020-06-05: Computers Need...

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2020/06/05

Just like cars, trucks, airplanes, furnaces, and bicycles, hardware and software can fail even if you perform all the suggested maintenance. Maintenance does allow you to find upcoming problems and fix them before they happen, though. Routine troubleshooting is easy and doesn't take much time. In Short Circuits: Portable USB solid-state drives were once a luxury for those who needed lots of fast external storage while on the go. The drives are still a bit pricy, but they're a lot more affordable

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24:42

TechByter Worldwide 2020-05-29: Don't Trust Your...

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2020/05/29

Your internet service provider has a domain name server, but you don't have to use it. There are good reasons why you might want to ditch the provided service and use a better one. The change is easy to make, you'll get better service, and it won't cost anything. In Short Circuits: Computers that run on MacOS are less of a target than those running Windows, but threats do exist. Let's consider some protective measures. • Those who miss the variety that radio used to provide can use a clever service

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20:29

TechByter Worldwide 2020-05-22: Zooming In. Short...

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2020/05/22

Zoom was poised to sweep all other online meeting applications away, and then security concerns surfaced. Big ones. Zoom has moved quickly to resolve the issues, but now the company is facing an up-hill battle against competitors. In Short Circuits: If you'd like to download videos from YouTube and other services, you may have noticed that it's not a straightforward process. Downloads are legal as long as you're downloading for your private use, and several applications make the process easier

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21:52

TechByter Worldwide 2020-05-15: Can...

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2020/05/15

Apple and Google plan to allow their smart phones to talk to each other. The goal is to help with contact tracing for those who may have been exposed to COVID-19. It seems like a good idea, but it also seems doomed to fail. In Short Circuits: The creeps among us on the internet have shifted into high gear with links to bad websites and malware-laden downloads. If you've ever wished that you had a backup for your computer's protective applications, I have a suggestion. • Microsoft continues to work

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21:38

TechByter Worldwide 2020-05-08: Camtasia Expands...

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2020/05/08

For almost 20 years, TechSmith's Camtasia has been the go-to application for instructional videos. The 2020 version of Camtasia strengthens its capabilities for that market and also adds more powerful video editing functions. In Short Circuits: Depending on how often you send images from Lightroom to Photoshop for pixel-level editing, making a small change in the workflow could save a substantial amount of disk space. • Scammers have spotted a big opening because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but many

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19:50

TechByter Worldwide 2020-05-01: Why A Duck? Short...

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2020/05/01

Although Google is the most used search engine and Bing is a distant second, an even more distant Duck Duck Go has several advantages. In Short Circuits: Research that shows company security is more at risk when employees work from home is no surprise to security experts. The risk to corporate data is substantial. • A lot of applications start with Windows. The operating system needs some processes and you've probably added some, but there may be others that you didn't request and may not even know

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17:35

TechByter Worldwide 2020-04-24: You Need VLC For...

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2020/04/24

If you think Windows users need the VLC Media Player to view DVDs, you're right, but that's only part of the story. VLC does a lot more and it's an open-source application. In Short Circuits: High-resolution screens are great, but users often say the tiny text and icons are hard to see. If that describes you, I have good news: These are easy fixes. • Mac users are sometimes distressed by the lack of ports on Macbook Pro machines. A cleverly designed dock not only provides more ports, but also adds a

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22:42

TechByter Worldwide 2020-04-17: Making Facebook...

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2020/04/17

Facebook can be useful, but the unremitting flood of advertisements and other "improvements" that are forced onto users can be maddening. There are ways to fix the problems. In Short Circuits: The COVID-19 pandemic has brought conspiracy nuts, crooks, and liars out from wherever they normally spend their time. We need honest information and facts. Fortunately, they exist and they're not hard to find. • When I described my experience with a Google Nest Mini in January, I said the device appeared to

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23:41

TechByter Worldwide 2020-04-10: Computer Performance...

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2020/04/10

Computer performance tests aren't only for those who want to brag about having the fastest computer on the planet. They can pinpoint bottlenecks for those who need to improve their computer's operation, but don't know where to start. In Short Circuits: Last week I described museum tours and other things you can do virtually when you can't go out, so this week we'll take a look at books, music, and other entertainment that can help you avoid climbing the walls. • COVID-19 scammers are out in force

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21:30

TechByter Worldwide 2020-04-03: Executor is an...

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2020/04/03

I described the Launchy program launcher for Windows three weeks ago, and said I'd soon have information about a competitor. This week we'll take a look at Executor. In Short Circuits: Fixing network problems is difficult unless you have a spray can of magic Network Pixie Dust, so let's review some of the quick and easy steps that can get your computer back online. • If you've ever wished that you could give someone or some company a temporary email address to avoid spam, it's easy and you have a

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18:19

TechByter Worldwide 2020-03-27: It's Time to Give...

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2020/03/27

Chrome and other Chromium-based browsers have the greatest market share, but now is a good time to take another look at Firefox if you value privacy and security. In Short Circuits: Although using Malwarebytes as the only protective application on a Windows computer seems not to be the best protection, running a copy of the free version is a great way to backstop the primary antivirus application. • Too many applications install unwanted "gifts" under the guise of being helpful. A small utility

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21:32

TechByter Worldwide 2020-03-20: Should I Use...

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2020/03/20

Those who argue that Illustrator is better than Photoshop or that Photoshop is better than Illustrator are missing the point: Adobe makes each for specific purposes. In Short Circuits: Ohio is essentially shut down in an effort to slow the spread of the new coronavirus and, as other states follow Ohio's lead, technology is filling the gaps where possible. • If you've ever wondered what the WinSxS directory is and whether you can delete it to save space, don't! I'll explain why. In Spare Parts (only

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22:27

TechByter Worldwide 2020-03-13: Launchy: A Bit Dated,...

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2020/03/13

Using the Start screen or pinning icons to the Task bar works, but it's also possible to start applications with a keyboard-based launcher. Sometimes that's a faster and easier way to work. In Short Circuits: If you've ever been grossed out by your computer's keyboard, maybe now's a good time to clean it. Let's see what's involved. • British software publisher Serif has released updates for its line of Affinity products -- Designer, Photo, and Publisher. If you own the applications, the updates are

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23:22

TechByter Worldwide 2020-03-06: Wacom's Little "One"...

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2020/03/06

Graphics tablets without screens are difficult to master and graphics tablets with screens are prohibitively expensive. The Wacom One changes all that. In Short Circuits: Photoshop is 30 years old and it predated widespread use of digital cameras by more than a decade. Photoshop continues to be an essential tool for designers and photographers. • Some companies are going on the offensive to fight scams by sending warnings to customers. In Spare Parts (only on the website): Some tech conferences,

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19:19

TechByter Worldwide 2020-02-28: More Affordable...

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2020/02/28

Solid-state disk drives still cost more that comparably sized mechanical drives, but prices have dropped enough that upgrading a computer's boot drive to a solid-state device is now the fastest and easiest way to accelerate the machine. In Short Circuits: A new point-and-shoot Nikon camera that costs $800 and has an 83-times zoom lens was a big hit at the consumer electronics show. There are good reasons to want one and a couple of reasons not to. • Used carefully, PC Decrapifier is a handy tool,

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22:48

TechByter Worldwide 2020-02-21: Finding Elusive...

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2020/02/21

Windows 10 has a handy tool for finding misplaced files. When you need something more powerful, Agent Ransack is waiting. We'll look at both methods. In Short Circuits: Microsoft's Storage Sense gives users a way to get rid of unneeded files. • Have you ever wanted to just turn off those User Account Control warnings? One word is appropriate here: Don't! I'll explain why. • Firefox users should check to be sure that they're running version 72.0.1 or later. In Spare Parts (only on the website): Cyber

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22:16

TechByter Worldwide 2020-02-14: Office 10 Joins...

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2020/02/14

Windows 7 reached its end of life recently, and Microsoft will end support for Office 2010 in mid-October. Let's look at your options for when the time comes. In Short Circuits: If you’ve ever tried to delete or rename a file only to have Windows refuse, LockHunter can save the day. • Microsoft has two utilities that keep system files in good shape. Using them occasionally is wise. • One of the easiest ways to share information is with a PDF document and Windows 10 makes the process even easier. In

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19:03

TechByter Worldwide 2020-02-07: Blue Light Not So...

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2020/02/07

Blue light is beneficial, but it can also cause problems. Computer screens, televisions, tablets, and smart phones emit a lot of blue light and the result may be insomnia and other health issues. In Short Circuits: Microsoft's new Chromium-based Edge browser continues to evolve, and it offers some advantages compared to Chrome and Firefox, maybe even enough to attract users. • It's beginning to look like entropy will win on the internet and the term "splinternet" has gained a following. In Spare

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24:32

TechByter Worldwide 2020-01-31: Security Demands a...

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2020/01/31

Password managers have become essential tools for those who want to protect their data, and other actions can improve your odds of surviving. In Short Circuits: Website pop-up messages asking to send notifications are annoying and now browser publishers are making it easier for those of us who detest the messages to get rid of them. • Sometimes you might want Windows to believe that you're not in the location where the operating system thinks you are. It's an easy fix. In Spare Parts (only on the

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