Hands-On Tech (Audio)

Hands-On Tech (Audio)

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  • The New Hands-On Tech Trailer

    Welcome to Hands-On Tech where host Mikah Sargent and guest experts turn tech troubles into triumphs while answering listeners' questions. From decoding the latest gadgets to simplifying everyday tech, Mikah's got you covered.

    But that's not all! Hands-On Tech goes beyond troubleshooting. Dive into comprehensive tech reviews covering the latest devices, AI, multiples, and other applications. Mikah provides hands-on insights into both hardware and software, helping you make informed decisions about your tech investments. Whether it's a new productivity app, a revolutionary AI tool, or the hottest wearable, you'll get an in-depth look at how these technologies perform in real-world scenarios.

    Submit your tech queries through social media or by emailing [email protected]. You might hear your question answered on air! And, be sure to keep an ear out for guest experts who drop by to share their specialized tech wisdom.

    Whether you're puzzled by privacy settings, curious about cutting-edge innovations, or seeking honest opinions on the latest tech offerings, Hands-On Tech is your weekly dose of tech insight and inspiration. Join Mikah every Sunday to be part of a show that turns tech confusion into tech confidence.

    Host: Mikah Sargent

    Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

    2 min
  • ATTG 2035: From Attic to Basement - Using VPNs in China, budget NAS, Megatron

    In this jam-packed episode of Ask The Tech Guys, hosts Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent, joined by special guests Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt, tackle a wide range of tech topics. From AI security concerns at the Olympics to VPN travel tips for China, the show covers everything from data recovery techniques to the latest in content creation gear. Viewers' questions spark discussions on photo backups, software compatibility issues, and password manager security, while the hosts reflect on the show's evolution and upcoming format changes.

  • AI security at the Olympics: Concerns about surveillance and the need for human oversight in interpreting AI data.
  • VPNs and tech tips for China: Using VPNs and travel diary apps like Polar Steps while respecting local laws.
  • Advice on using a Synology NAS for iPhone photo backups, including model recommendations and app limitations.
  • High-end Transformers toy: Introduction of the $1,199 Super Megatron with 36 servo motors, appealing to adult collectors.
  • Troubleshooting Microsoft Word issues, including potential causes and solutions for file corruption.
  • Apple's adoption of RCS: Discussion on improved messaging capabilities and cross-device syncing.
  • Data recovery techniques for an old Windows Home Server, focusing on extracting data from the hard drive.
  • Monthly photo assignment: "Weathered" theme, showcasing standout submissions and discussing photographic challenges.
  • Explanation of Argon2 for password hashing in Bitwarden and its security benefits.
  • Debunking the rumor about Southwest Airlines using Windows 3.1 and discussing airline redundancy systems.
  • Challenges of connecting a Shure MV88 lightning microphone to USB-C devices.
  • Corsair Elgato Creator Platform Six table and associated gear for streaming and production.
  • Advice on preserving data on SSDs and USB sticks, emphasizing the reliability of modern storage devices.
  • Running Windows on Apple's M series processors through Parallels, outlining limitations and compatibility issues.
  • Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

    Guests: Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt

    Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

    Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/2035

    Download or subscribe to this show at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys

    Sponsor:

    • betterhelp.com/ATG
    • 2 hr 18 min
    • ATTG 2035: From Attic to Basement - Using VPNs in China, budget NAS, Megatron

      In this jam-packed episode of Ask The Tech Guys, hosts Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent, joined by special guests Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt, tackle a wide range of tech topics. From AI security concerns at the Olympics to VPN travel tips for China, the show covers everything from data recovery techniques to the latest in content creation gear. Viewers' questions spark discussions on photo backups, software compatibility issues, and password manager security, while the hosts reflect on the show's evolution and upcoming format changes.

    • AI security at the Olympics: Concerns about surveillance and the need for human oversight in interpreting AI data.
    • VPNs and tech tips for China: Using VPNs and travel diary apps like Polar Steps while respecting local laws.
    • Advice on using a Synology NAS for iPhone photo backups, including model recommendations and app limitations.
    • High-end Transformers toy: Introduction of the $1,199 Super Megatron with 36 servo motors, appealing to adult collectors.
    • Troubleshooting Microsoft Word issues, including potential causes and solutions for file corruption.
    • Apple's adoption of RCS: Discussion on improved messaging capabilities and cross-device syncing.
    • Data recovery techniques for an old Windows Home Server, focusing on extracting data from the hard drive.
    • Monthly photo assignment: "Weathered" theme, showcasing standout submissions and discussing photographic challenges.
    • Explanation of Argon2 for password hashing in Bitwarden and its security benefits.
    • Debunking the rumor about Southwest Airlines using Windows 3.1 and discussing airline redundancy systems.
    • Challenges of connecting a Shure MV88 lightning microphone to USB-C devices.
    • Corsair Elgato Creator Platform Six table and associated gear for streaming and production.
    • Advice on preserving data on SSDs and USB sticks, emphasizing the reliability of modern storage devices.
    • Running Windows on Apple's M series processors through Parallels, outlining limitations and compatibility issues.
    • Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

      Guests: Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt

      Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

      Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/2035

      Download or subscribe to this show at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys

      Sponsor:

      • betterhelp.com/ATG
      • 2 hr 18 min
      • ATTG 2035: From Attic to Basement - Using VPNs in China, budget NAS, Megatron

        In this jam-packed episode of Ask The Tech Guys, hosts Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent, joined by special guests Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt, tackle a wide range of tech topics. From AI security concerns at the Olympics to VPN travel tips for China, the show covers everything from data recovery techniques to the latest in content creation gear. Viewers' questions spark discussions on photo backups, software compatibility issues, and password manager security, while the hosts reflect on the show's evolution and upcoming format changes.

      • AI security at the Olympics: Concerns about surveillance and the need for human oversight in interpreting AI data.
      • VPNs and tech tips for China: Using VPNs and travel diary apps like Polar Steps while respecting local laws.
      • Advice on using a Synology NAS for iPhone photo backups, including model recommendations and app limitations.
      • High-end Transformers toy: Introduction of the $1,199 Super Megatron with 36 servo motors, appealing to adult collectors.
      • Troubleshooting Microsoft Word issues, including potential causes and solutions for file corruption.
      • Apple's adoption of RCS: Discussion on improved messaging capabilities and cross-device syncing.
      • Data recovery techniques for an old Windows Home Server, focusing on extracting data from the hard drive.
      • Monthly photo assignment: "Weathered" theme, showcasing standout submissions and discussing photographic challenges.
      • Explanation of Argon2 for password hashing in Bitwarden and its security benefits.
      • Debunking the rumor about Southwest Airlines using Windows 3.1 and discussing airline redundancy systems.
      • Challenges of connecting a Shure MV88 lightning microphone to USB-C devices.
      • Corsair Elgato Creator Platform Six table and associated gear for streaming and production.
      • Advice on preserving data on SSDs and USB sticks, emphasizing the reliability of modern storage devices.
      • Running Windows on Apple's M series processors through Parallels, outlining limitations and compatibility issues.
      • Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

        Guests: Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt

        Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

        Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/2035

        Download or subscribe to this show at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys

        Sponsor:

        • betterhelp.com/ATG
        • 2 hr 18 min
        • ATTG 2035: From Attic to Basement - Using VPNs in China, budget NAS, Megatron

          In this jam-packed episode of Ask The Tech Guys, hosts Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent, joined by special guests Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt, tackle a wide range of tech topics. From AI security concerns at the Olympics to VPN travel tips for China, the show covers everything from data recovery techniques to the latest in content creation gear. Viewers' questions spark discussions on photo backups, software compatibility issues, and password manager security, while the hosts reflect on the show's evolution and upcoming format changes.

        • AI security at the Olympics: Concerns about surveillance and the need for human oversight in interpreting AI data.
        • VPNs and tech tips for China: Using VPNs and travel diary apps like Polar Steps while respecting local laws.
        • Advice on using a Synology NAS for iPhone photo backups, including model recommendations and app limitations.
        • High-end Transformers toy: Introduction of the $1,199 Super Megatron with 36 servo motors, appealing to adult collectors.
        • Troubleshooting Microsoft Word issues, including potential causes and solutions for file corruption.
        • Apple's adoption of RCS: Discussion on improved messaging capabilities and cross-device syncing.
        • Data recovery techniques for an old Windows Home Server, focusing on extracting data from the hard drive.
        • Monthly photo assignment: "Weathered" theme, showcasing standout submissions and discussing photographic challenges.
        • Explanation of Argon2 for password hashing in Bitwarden and its security benefits.
        • Debunking the rumor about Southwest Airlines using Windows 3.1 and discussing airline redundancy systems.
        • Challenges of connecting a Shure MV88 lightning microphone to USB-C devices.
        • Corsair Elgato Creator Platform Six table and associated gear for streaming and production.
        • Advice on preserving data on SSDs and USB sticks, emphasizing the reliability of modern storage devices.
        • Running Windows on Apple's M series processors through Parallels, outlining limitations and compatibility issues.
        • Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

          Guests: Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt

          Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

          Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/2035

          Download or subscribe to this show at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys

          Sponsor:

          • betterhelp.com/ATG
          • 2 hr 18 min
          • ATTG 2035: From Attic to Basement - Using VPNs in China, budget NAS, Megatron

            In this jam-packed episode of Ask The Tech Guys, hosts Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent, joined by special guests Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt, tackle a wide range of tech topics. From AI security concerns at the Olympics to VPN travel tips for China, the show covers everything from data recovery techniques to the latest in content creation gear. Viewers' questions spark discussions on photo backups, software compatibility issues, and password manager security, while the hosts reflect on the show's evolution and upcoming format changes.

          • AI security at the Olympics: Concerns about surveillance and the need for human oversight in interpreting AI data.
          • VPNs and tech tips for China: Using VPNs and travel diary apps like Polar Steps while respecting local laws.
          • Advice on using a Synology NAS for iPhone photo backups, including model recommendations and app limitations.
          • High-end Transformers toy: Introduction of the $1,199 Super Megatron with 36 servo motors, appealing to adult collectors.
          • Troubleshooting Microsoft Word issues, including potential causes and solutions for file corruption.
          • Apple's adoption of RCS: Discussion on improved messaging capabilities and cross-device syncing.
          • Data recovery techniques for an old Windows Home Server, focusing on extracting data from the hard drive.
          • Monthly photo assignment: "Weathered" theme, showcasing standout submissions and discussing photographic challenges.
          • Explanation of Argon2 for password hashing in Bitwarden and its security benefits.
          • Debunking the rumor about Southwest Airlines using Windows 3.1 and discussing airline redundancy systems.
          • Challenges of connecting a Shure MV88 lightning microphone to USB-C devices.
          • Corsair Elgato Creator Platform Six table and associated gear for streaming and production.
          • Advice on preserving data on SSDs and USB sticks, emphasizing the reliability of modern storage devices.
          • Running Windows on Apple's M series processors through Parallels, outlining limitations and compatibility issues.
          • Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

            Guests: Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt

            Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

            Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/2035

            Download or subscribe to this show at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys

            Sponsor:

            • betterhelp.com/ATG
            • 2 hr 18 min
            • ATTG 2035: From Attic to Basement - Using VPNs in China, budget NAS, Megatron

              In this jam-packed episode of Ask The Tech Guys, hosts Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent, joined by special guests Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt, tackle a wide range of tech topics. From AI security concerns at the Olympics to VPN travel tips for China, the show covers everything from data recovery techniques to the latest in content creation gear. Viewers' questions spark discussions on photo backups, software compatibility issues, and password manager security, while the hosts reflect on the show's evolution and upcoming format changes.

            • AI security at the Olympics: Concerns about surveillance and the need for human oversight in interpreting AI data.
            • VPNs and tech tips for China: Using VPNs and travel diary apps like Polar Steps while respecting local laws.
            • Advice on using a Synology NAS for iPhone photo backups, including model recommendations and app limitations.
            • High-end Transformers toy: Introduction of the $1,199 Super Megatron with 36 servo motors, appealing to adult collectors.
            • Troubleshooting Microsoft Word issues, including potential causes and solutions for file corruption.
            • Apple's adoption of RCS: Discussion on improved messaging capabilities and cross-device syncing.
            • Data recovery techniques for an old Windows Home Server, focusing on extracting data from the hard drive.
            • Monthly photo assignment: "Weathered" theme, showcasing standout submissions and discussing photographic challenges.
            • Explanation of Argon2 for password hashing in Bitwarden and its security benefits.
            • Debunking the rumor about Southwest Airlines using Windows 3.1 and discussing airline redundancy systems.
            • Challenges of connecting a Shure MV88 lightning microphone to USB-C devices.
            • Corsair Elgato Creator Platform Six table and associated gear for streaming and production.
            • Advice on preserving data on SSDs and USB sticks, emphasizing the reliability of modern storage devices.
            • Running Windows on Apple's M series processors through Parallels, outlining limitations and compatibility issues.
            • Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

              Guests: Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt

              Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

              Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/2035

              Download or subscribe to this show at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys

              Sponsor:

              • betterhelp.com/ATG
              • 2 hr 18 min
              • ATTG 2035: From Attic to Basement - Using VPNs in China, budget NAS, Megatron

                In this jam-packed episode of Ask The Tech Guys, hosts Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent, joined by special guests Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt, tackle a wide range of tech topics. From AI security concerns at the Olympics to VPN travel tips for China, the show covers everything from data recovery techniques to the latest in content creation gear. Viewers' questions spark discussions on photo backups, software compatibility issues, and password manager security, while the hosts reflect on the show's evolution and upcoming format changes.

              • AI security at the Olympics: Concerns about surveillance and the need for human oversight in interpreting AI data.
              • VPNs and tech tips for China: Using VPNs and travel diary apps like Polar Steps while respecting local laws.
              • Advice on using a Synology NAS for iPhone photo backups, including model recommendations and app limitations.
              • High-end Transformers toy: Introduction of the $1,199 Super Megatron with 36 servo motors, appealing to adult collectors.
              • Troubleshooting Microsoft Word issues, including potential causes and solutions for file corruption.
              • Apple's adoption of RCS: Discussion on improved messaging capabilities and cross-device syncing.
              • Data recovery techniques for an old Windows Home Server, focusing on extracting data from the hard drive.
              • Monthly photo assignment: "Weathered" theme, showcasing standout submissions and discussing photographic challenges.
              • Explanation of Argon2 for password hashing in Bitwarden and its security benefits.
              • Debunking the rumor about Southwest Airlines using Windows 3.1 and discussing airline redundancy systems.
              • Challenges of connecting a Shure MV88 lightning microphone to USB-C devices.
              • Corsair Elgato Creator Platform Six table and associated gear for streaming and production.
              • Advice on preserving data on SSDs and USB sticks, emphasizing the reliability of modern storage devices.
              • Running Windows on Apple's M series processors through Parallels, outlining limitations and compatibility issues.
              • Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

                Guests: Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt

                Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

                Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/2035

                Download or subscribe to this show at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys

                Sponsor:

                • betterhelp.com/ATG
                • 2 hr 18 min

                About Hands-On Tech (Audio)

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                Welcome to Hands-On Tech, where host Mikah Sargent turns tech troubles into tech triumphs. Each episode zooms in on a specific theme, unpacking listener questions with expert analysis and easy-to-follow advice. From decoding the latest gadgets to simplifying everyday tech, Mikah's got you covered.

                Submit your tech queries through email at [email protected] or via TWiT's social media. You might hear your question answered on air!

                Whether you're puzzled by privacy settings or curious about cutting-edge innovations, Hands-On Tech is your weekly dose of tech insight and inspiration. Join Mikah every Sunday to hear the show that turns tech confusion into tech confidence!

                You can join Club TWiT for $10 per month and get ad-free audio and video feeds for all our shows plus everything else the club offers...or get just this podcast ad-free for $5 per month.

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