Everyday Tech

2017 is shaping up to be a record breaking year for cyber-attacks. The most recent credit breach has affected over 143 million people, and now the WIFI security attack known as Krack has affected millions more. So today we’re discussing, Malware, how to spot current threats and how to fend them off.

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Home networking is never as simple as connecting device A to device B, it can be a pain, but it doesn’t have to be, so today on Everyday Tech, we discussed the best ways to build a network suitable for your home. We talked about where to start when setting up a home network, what devices you will need and how to troubleshoot​.

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We love our computers and smartphones and gadgets until they stop working. Then these devices such as printers and monitors, not to mention the batteries and cables, often become electronic garbage. Gadgets aren't made to last, after all. No computer or phone maker is going to mind if you upgrade every year or two. In fact, they count on it. Consequently, all this junk ends up in the back of your closet or stored in your garage, collecting dust, because you aren't sure what to do with it. So on this episode of Everyday Tech, we'll discuss recycling technology with our guest, Jennifer Milner, State Recycling Coordinator with the MS Dept. of Environmental Quality.

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Crooks use clever schemes to defraud millions of people every year. They often combine new technology with old tricks to get people to send money or give out personal information. Scams target people of all backgrounds, ages and income levels, there's no one group of people who are more likely to become a victim. So today on Everyday Tech we will discuss how to avoid scams.

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Technology has affected virtually every part of our everyday lives. We can leave the argument for whether that is a good or bad thing to other talk shows, but here on Everyday Tech, we like to believe it has enhanced us for the better. So today we’re making it all about you with an open topic show!!

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On today's show, we discuss outdoor technology. As the days get shorter, and the leaves start to turn, it becomes a great time for heading outdoors. Whether for a long hike along one of Mississippi’s many nature trails, a peaceful weekend of camping in one of our state parks, or in pursuit of elusive game as hunting season opens, the outdoors offer plenty of opportunities to use tech for fun and safety.

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The chaotic nature of the atmosphere will always make it difficult to predict the weather however, new technologies are allowing forecasters to develop better & more complete forecasts. With forecast, maps, and models available through dozens of apps and websites, the amount of data at your fingertips is overwhelming but what does it all mean and how do weather professionals use this information? Join us as we welcome, special guest, Hunter Dickerson and Tony Cox from MS Storm Center as they help lift the fog surrounding weather technology.

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One of the scariest moments in a parent’s life is when their child pulls out the driveway for the first time behind the wheel without them. Or when parents hear stories about a child lured away by an online stranger. Dangers are all around, and luckily technology can play a role in helping us stay involved, stay connected, and stay safe. So today on Everyday Tech we will discuss technology for teens.

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In 1958 when the American Library Association began, books were hand-stamped when checked out and books and other printed material were just about the only things most libraries had in their collections. Today, public libraries are another breed. They are no longer just about books anymore, they have evolved to offer information, entertainment, and much more. Our guest today, Shean Farrell, Director of the Hattiesburg, Petal & Forrest County Library, will give us an inside look at what technological services libraries offer.

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Today on Everyday Tech we discussed automobile technology, where intelligence meets the road. From cameras, Bluetooth links and safety alert features to what’s next on the horizon. We explore it all, today on Everyday Tech.

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