Let's drive into data security. From the complexities of cryptocurrency wallet keys to protecting your passwords and setting up encrypted backup solutions, Robbie and Jeff share practical advice to protect your data and plan for emergencies.

Discover how to ensure your family has access to critical files, avoid the pitfalls of forgotten passwords, and create resilient backup strategies that will save you time, money, and stress. Whether you're managing tech infrastructure or just safeguarding personal files, this episode offers something for everyone. Plus, hear the guys' thoughts on Christmas commercialization, LED Halloween pumpkins, and why a working Pi-hole is a game changer for home networks.

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Running time: 40 Minutes 56 Seconds

0:00 Introduction

1:40 Seasons Change: Driving In The Dark

2:00 Commercialization of the Christmas Season

4:32 Smart LED Christmas Lights and DIY Pumpkin Lights

6:43 Wyze Smart Doorbell Catching Halloween Looters

8:56 The Problem of Pre-Paying for Drive-Thru Orders

10:37 Supporting Less Fortunate in a Cashless Society

15:10 Commercial Break

16:39 Accessing, Trading and Exchanging Cryptocurrency

24:48 Jeff's Forgotten Pi-hole root Password and Fixing a Full Filesystem

30:59 Using logrotate.d to Maintain Log File Directories

32:06 Ensuring Your Disk Doesn't Get Full Using NEMS Proactive Monitoring

33:32 A Failed Pi-Hole Reveals How Ad-Laden the Internet Is

34:02 Remembering Your root Password, Or Storing it Securely

34:53 Kingston DataTraveler 2000 - Small Encrypted USB Flash Drive

35:31 Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 External SSD

36:21 Data Security Tips and Tricks

37:38 Passwords and Files: What Happens When I Die? Passing On Data to Next of Kin

40:19 End Credits

Bill Marshall joins Robbie to explore the fascinating world of Raspberry Pi clusters, the tech shaping our future, and the challenges that come with DIY projects. We also discuss smart cities, focusing on Innisfil's cutting-edge plans. We'll discuss the importance of open-source communities, balancing personal time with tech projects and customer support challenges. From troubleshooting a Raspberry Pi 4 1GB crash to building a quorum system for Proxmox, we drive into the learning process behind microcomputing, the power of tinkering, and the creativity that fuels innovation.

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Running time: 43 Minutes 25 Seconds

0:00 Introduction

1:07 Late Apex Simulators in Barrie

1:54 Barrie Downtown Construction Along Lakeshore 2024

2:19 Pirate Adventure Cruise by Pirate Life Theatre in Barrie

2:58 Nerdy Greeting: A Raspberry Pi 4 1GB

4:14 Raspberry Pi 4 1GB is Perfect for NEMS Linux Testing

6:46 Bill Keeps Robbie In-Line with the NEMS Linux Community

7:41 Finding Time for Maker Projects

9:07 Proxmox QuorumPi - Two-Node Proxmox Clusters with Quorum Using a Raspberry Pi

12:12 Commercial Break

13:36 Clustering Raspberry Pi 4 with ICE Tower Coolers

17:59 Using the Cluster HAT to Control a Raspberry Pi Zero Cluster

19:13 Ignore Online Discouragers: The Process Is Worth It

24:45 Commercial Break

25:34 Is Contributing to Open Source Actually Helping?

26:49 The Challenges in Supporting Open Source Software

27:31 It's Okay to Disconnect / Mute

28:06 FOSS Users Sometimes Abuse Support Channels

32:31 Innisfil Ontario: The Orbit Smart City (Coming Soon?)

36:14 Smart City == Hermit Paradise

37:33 Retirement: Benefits of Less Property

38:24 The Challenge for Passionate FOSS Developers: Time & Responsibilities

39:09 Category5 Technology TV Studio E (vs Studio D)

39:49 How Bill Marshall Found Category5

40:40 Our Roaming Studio for Data Drive Podcast

40:57 Data Drive is Robbie's Maker Project

42:02 Learning Things and Challenging Ourselves Makes Maker Tech Worthwhile

42:45 Closing Remarks

Take a scenic drive of Barrie, Ontario streets, exploring the mystery of disconnected Barrie roads -- like Bryne Drive -- and the budding future tech scene in Barrie. Robbie and guest Bill Marshall explore nostalgic tech with miniature model trains and the exciting possibility of Raspberry Pi integration in these miniature worlds. Plus, we reflect on the rapid rise of tall buildings in Barrie. Tune in for a mix of urban exploration, nostalgic hobbies, and tech-driven discussions!

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Running time: 32 Minutes 32 Seconds

0:00 Introduction

0:51 Some Things Change in 6 Years, Some Things Don't

1:55 Bill Marshall Joins us from New York

2:45 The Tourist Episode: Barrie, Ontario

3:14 Road Pronunciations: Bryne Drive, Minet's Point, Essa Road and Dubois

4:49 The Mysterious Disconnected Roads of Barrie, Ontario

5:47 Technology Has Changed the Driving Experience

6:55 The Traffic of Richmond County, New York

7:44 There are 3 Bryne Drives in Barrie, Ontario

8:48 Bryne Drive # 2

9:32 The Rapid Blinking Blinker

11:36 Barrie is a Tech Hub in Ontario with Datacentres

12:23 The Problem with Building Houses

12:55 Barrie: A Commuter City Between Toronto and Muskoka

13:27 Cottage Country and Being "On The Grid"

16:24 We Can No Longer Truly Escape Being Connected

17:11 Commercial Break

19:16 Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery

19:54 Model Railroads: Remembering Our Childhood Train Sets

21:25 Using a 3D Printer and Static Grass to Improve Model Railroad Realism

22:57 HO vs O-Scale Model Railroads

23:14 Using a Raspberry Pi and Python Code to Augment a Model Railroad

25:25 Cutting Foam with a Hot Wire Instead of Knife

26:21 Entering Barrie, Ontario from Angus, Ontario

26:41 Barrie is Growing Up ... Literally

27:48 Barrie's Tallest Buildings Still Don't Compare to New York

28:50 The Upward Growth of Barrie, Ontario

30:24 Bryne Drive The Third

31:38 Closing Remarks

On this episode of Data Drive Podcast, Robbie and Jeff delve into the ever-evolving world of IT, discussing how technological advancements are shifting paradigms in the tech industry. From the impact of cloud computing and AI to the growing need for a security-first mindset, this conversation sheds light on the challenges and opportunities ahead. Whether you’re an IT professional or just tech-curious, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of technology.

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Running time: 26 Minutes 5 Seconds

0:00 Introduction

0:51 Times Are Changing: Technology is Evolving

1:04 Don't Get Left Behind, IT Worker! The Paradigm is Shifting.

2:33 Tech Paradigm Shifts May Now Be More Subtle

4:02 Paradigm Shifts May Be Mindset-Based

5:54 Mobile-First Responsive Web Design is the Last Big Paradigm Shift

6:51 Security-First Mindset May Be the Next Big Paradigm Shift

8:17 Small Businesses Struggle With the Security-First Mindset

9:29 The Tech Solution: Hire a Third-Party SOC - Is It Realistic for SMB?

10:28 Commercial Break

11:13 Sponsor: Kingston Canvas Go! Plus MicroSD Cards

11:40 Sponsor: ameriDroid.com Home Automation and SBCs

11:57 Sponsor: VoyagerSystems.cloud IT Partner for Managed Technology

13:04 Jeff's Business Purchase Adventure

14:39 Business Sense: You Are Worth More, Because Consumers Demand Service

18:33 SMB Security Practices Require Reassessment

19:36 SMB Can't Afford Professional Cyber Security and IT Infrastructure

20:14 Consumer Information is at Risk

20:35 Security-First Businesses Are Crucial: Who Will Pay For It?

21:49 The Challenge with Free Products and Services: They Cost Money

22:26 Security-First Is Indeed The Next Paradigm Shift

23:25 Category5 Cybersecurity Chat Available For Hire

24:30 Inflation Costs Are Hurting Business

25:15 Closing Remarks

Jeff and Robbie debunk common tech myths and challenge stereotypes with hard evidence. Join us as we explore which countries rank as most tech-savvy and why, backed by solid data. From Singapore to Switzerland, discover who tops the charts in tech-savviness, IoT capabilities, and technological advancements. Don't miss out on this enlightening and entertaining discussion!

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Running time: 29 Minutes 42 Seconds

0:00 Introduction

0:47 Sponsor: Kingston Canvas Go! Plus MicroSD Cards

1:14 Sponsor: ameriDroid.com Home Automation and SBCs

1:30 Sponsor: VoyagerSystems.cloud IT Partner for Managed Technology

1:52 Jeff Breaks Down Tech Users into Two Categories

4:30 Accuracy of Reviews Depends on Context

5:27 Jeff Theorizes Geography Matters in Tech Savviness

8:44 North American Disposable Mindset Means Low Tech Know-How

10:53 Jeff Suggests North Americans are Actually Tech-Smart

11:32 Jeff Encounters the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon

12:40 Jeff Continues to Dig Himself a Giant Hole

14:18 Commercial Break

15:57 The Most Tech Savvy Countries for Internet of Things (IoT)

18:50 The Most Technological Expertise Per Country Per Capita

19:25 The Most Technologically Advanced Countries in the World

21:18 Switzerland Is Brainiest, Most Able to Create and Most Advanced

21:46 Jeff Redeems Himself

22:56 Why Switzerland so High on the Tech Lists: Garmin, Logitech, Proton Mail and Others

25:56 Robbie is Proud of Jeff

26:21 Data Drive: Useless Knowledge to Share with the Family

27:37 Edifier R1210T Speaker Follow Up: Jeff is a Dummy

29:08 Closing Remarks

Take a wild ride through some of the quirkiest and most pressing tech topics today. From the mystery of disappearing Jeep doors to ingenious home security hacks, this episode is packed with practical advice, humorous anecdotes, and a deep dive into online security. Plus, we explore the real threat to FOSS open source software developers: user behavior. Buckle up for a journey filled with humor, tech insights, and a bit of nerdy wit.

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Running time: 23 Minutes 13 Seconds

0:00 Introduction

0:47 Sponsor: Kingston Canvas Go! Plus MicroSD Cards

1:14 Sponsor: ameriDroid.com Home Automation and SBCs

1:30 Sponsor: VoyagerSystems.cloud IT Partner for Managed Technology

1:53 Jeep Door Theft is On The Rise

4:37 Securing Our Property Against Late-Night Prowlers

9:23 Interior Cameras Looking Outside at Night

10:30 Security Cameras Selling Cloud Service

10:51 Robbie's WyzeCams Use RTSP to Record to Multiple DVRs

12:49 Security of Connecting Smart Devices to the Internet

15:38 Technology Used for Nefarious Purposes Gives Great Tech a Bad Reputation

17:19 Jeff Wants to Force Users to Read Terms of Use Every Day

18:16 Time Wasters Who Don't Read Guides Hurt Open Source Development

22:13 Closing Remarks

Drive into the hidden dangers of AirTags and how they're being used to make commuters and tourists into unknowing smugglers, how doggy doors are allowing critters into Jeff's kitchen, reminisce about Unreal Tournament LAN parties, and learn to charge your customers what you're worth. Robbie and Jeff navigating the complex digital superhighway on another episode of Data Drive.

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Running time: 45 Minutes 11 Seconds

0:00 Responding to Listeners: Weight of Internal Combustion vs. Electric Vehicles

6:08 Introduction

7:00 Sponsor: Kingston Canvas Go! Plus MicroSD Cards

7:27 Sponsor: ameriDroid.com Home Automation and SBCs

7:44 Sponsor: VoyagerSystems.cloud IT Partner for Managed Technology

8:06 Something We Know: Teslas Are Heavy

8:16 Apple Airtags Being Applied to Unknowing Drivers' Cars for Smuggling

9:39 How To Block Apple Airtag Trackers

11:33 How Apple Devices Track Airtag Devices

13:16 Why Apple Airtags Are Used by Criminals and Smugglers

15:08 Waze Aggregates User Information From Other Users

16:00 Accidental Smugglers

16:27 Jeff Wants to Learn From These Criminals When Loaning Gear

17:42 Commercial Break

19:57 So... We Learn About Crutch Words

21:30 Jeff Needs a Doggy Door Improvement After a Critter Break-In

24:38 Making a Doggy Door Into a "Smart" Doggy Door with Wyze Sense

26:31 Grabbing a Starbucks "Captain Pike" Coffee

29:02 Under Construction: Bradford Bypass

30:01 Unreal Tournament 1999 GOTY Raspberry Pi Server Concept

30:56 Reminiscing About Our Early 2000's Unreal Tournament LAN Parties

34:52 Planning a Retro WAN Party With Listeners

37:13 Jeff Played Counterstrike, Team Fortress Classic and Warcraft 3

37:51 Lost Pastime: Legitimate PC LAN Parties, Complete with OEM Upgrades

39:56 Unreal Tournament is Ready for Modern Gaming Hardware

42:20 Charging What You're Worth

44:16 Final Thoughts

Let's explore the implications of increasing carbon taxes, discover the surprising weight differences between electric and gasoline cars and what this could mean for our road infrastructure over the next decade. Robbie will share an innovative AI project he's working on that seamlessly blends music tracks for the perfect listening experience. We also share tech tips; from backing up our family photos to ensuring the backup is encrypted and secure.

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Running time: 42 Minutes 57 Seconds

0:00 Introduction

0:44 Sponsor: Kingston Canvas Go! Plus MicroSD Cards

1:11 Sponsor: ameriDroid.com Home Automation and SBCs

1:28 Sponsor: VoyagerSystems.cloud IT Partner for Managed Technology

1:50 Canada's Carbon Tax Is Increasing The Cost of Gasoline

2:33 Gas Prices Pushing Electric Vehicle Sales: Concerns About Weight Implications

4:53 Weight of Internal Combustion Engine Vehicles vs. Electric Vehicles

10:44 Infrastructure Implications of Electronic Vehicles on the Roads

12:39 Electronic Vehicle Tire Wear and Tear

14:23 Price Difference Between ICE and EV Automobiles

15:42 Weight of EV Wear and Tear on Roads

16:50 Commercial Break

17:37 Robbie's New Project: Python Internet Radio AI

19:16 Difference Between Robbie and Jeff: Robbie Creates, Jeff Consumes

20:59 Online Streaming Services Replaces Terrestrial Radio

21:48 Robbie's Radio Streaming Software is Useless to Jeff

23:21 Technical Specs of Robbie's Radio Streaming App

25:13 The Future of Robbie's Radio Streaming Server Application

25:40 Observing a Random Dangerous City Worker

26:10 Listener Voting Within Robbie's Streaming Radio App

26:54 Reminiscing About the Early Days of Internet Radio: Rock of Ages Radio (ROAR)

27:29 Ripping CD's Like It's the 90's

29:19 Deduplicating Photos

34:07 Dangers of a Data-Based Society

36:47 Secure Off-Site Backups to Protect Family Photos

40:42 Final Thoughts and Corrections

In this episode, we dive into the chaotic yet rewarding world of IT live. We discuss the fast food diet of tech professionals, the thrill of troubleshooting tech problems, and the excitement of constant change in the tech industry. We imagine Arnold Schwarzenegger operating the help desk and Jeff shares personal stories from his first year in the IT industry.

We also geek out about 3D printing projects, from fixing A-frame sign feet to customizing our own gear. Plus, we explore the potential of ChatGPT as a dungeon master for Dungeons & Dragons, offering a unique twist to homebrew adventures.

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Running time: 36 Minutes 12 Seconds

0:00 Introduction

0:44 Sponsor: Kingston Canvas Go! Plus MicroSD Cards

1:11 Sponsor: ameriDroid.com Home Automation and SBCs

1:28 Sponsor: VoyagerSystems.cloud IT Partner for Managed Technology

1:50 Arnold Schwarzenegger on Help Desk

2:36 Change in Tech Makes IT Work Interesting

4:33 Jeff Hasn't Been Using His 3D Printers

6:09 Robbie's trick to making 3D Printing convenient

7:04 Some basic 3D prints - Useful, Affordable and Easy

7:50 Robbie's 3D Print Design Method

10:14 Resin vs FDM PLA 3D Prints ... and Rubber Body Suits

11:16 Commercial Break

11:40 3D Printed 3D Printer Upgrades

12:23 3D Printer Upgrade: Automatic Bed Levelling

14:51 3D Printer Bed Adhesion Tricks

16:44 Best 3D Printer Improvement: Replace Extruder Nozzle

17:38 Keeping 3D Printers from Curbside

18:12 Hand Moisturizer: Enemy of Touch Screens

19:01 Eliminating Tech Problems: Eliminating Humans

19:20 ChatGPT as a D&D Dungeon Master

30:31 Dynamic Graphical D&D Maps with Incredible Augmented Reality

35:04 Final Thoughts

Let's drive into discussions about the evolving world of AI-generated content and its impact on social media, addressing the challenges of distinguishing reality from AI creations. Explore innovative car tech ideas, like using Raspberry Pi for a HUD display to navigate through fog and snow more effectively. Let's talk about the new Ghostbusters movie and the Stranger Things series and how these beloved franchises continue to captivate audiences. We'll also raise concerns over Arnold Schwarzenegger’s voice on Waze GPS app, and touch on how open-source communities are crucial for tech advancements and the role of social media in spreading misinformation.

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Running time: 29 Minutes 27 Seconds

0:00 Introduction

0:44 Sponsor: Kingston Canvas Go! Plus MicroSD Cards

1:11 Sponsor: ameriDroid.com Home Automation and SBCs

1:28 Sponsor: VoyagerSystems.cloud IT Partner for Managed Technology

1:50 $0.00.00 Gas ... Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

3:17 Stranger Things Season 5 Theories

5:25 Cameras Capturing Colors of a Sunrise; Seeing Through Snow and Fog

7:49 ClearSight Pro: Through-Fog/Snow Digital Vision for Automotive Vehicles (c) Copyright 2011 Jeff Weston, Patent Pending

12:04 Stunning Commute from Barrie to Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

12:46 Your Farts Can Smell Like Raspberries (Thanks to Jeff's Dad)

14:40 Our Radio Heritage: Royalties, Contra

15:01 Google Waze Red Light Camera and Level Crossings Notifications

16:21 Google Waze Celebrity Voices: Arnold Schwarzenegger (Terminator with Emilia Clarke), Santa Clause, Dan Aykroyd (Ghostbusters)

18:42 Google Waze Voices: Zombie - Not Perfect

19:10 Recognizing AI-Generated Content on Social Media

24:21 Tech Industry's Responsibility to Non-Tech Industry Individuals

27:16 The Motive to be Malicious: Snake Oil

28:12 Final Thoughts

28:26 Extro