Secrets of Technology

Secrets of Technology

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Secrets of Technology episodes

  • Rapid Unscheduled Disassembly
    TEC094: What is the best Wifi router for a large family? Dom, Thomas, and Jack discuss the options and give their pick. Plus, why the SpaceX Starship test was a success despite the crash and how lazy internetting has narrowed our choices and freedom online.
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    Links for this episode:

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    * Google Wifi – Mesh Wi-Fi Router – Google Store
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    * SpaceX Starship explodes in “awesome test” – The Washington Post
    * Facebook Accused of Breaking Antitrust Laws – The New York Times
    * YouTube to Forbid Videos Claiming Widespread Election Fraud – The New York Times


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    Picks of the Week:

    * Jack: Technology Connections YouTube channel
    * Thomas: Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen Body Components | JetPens
    * Dom: Belkin Wemo WiFi Smart Outdoor Plug

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    Disclaimer: Hosts, panelists, and guests may have a financial interest in the companies discussed through investments or other means. Their opinions and recommendations are not affected and do not present a conflict of interest. We offer this statement in the interest of full disclosure.
    1 hr 3 min
  • Rapid Unscheduled Disassembly

    What is the best Wifi router for a large family? Dom, Thomas, and Jack discuss the options and give their pick. Plus, why the SpaceX Starship test was a success despite the crash and how lazy internetting has narrowed our choices and freedom online.

    The post Rapid Unscheduled Disassembly appeared first on StarQuest Media.

    1 hr 3 min
  • Home WiFi Security Tips
    TEC093: We all have WiFi routers in our homes now, but is it secure? Dom, Pat, and Fr. Andrew give their best WiFi security tips for home setups, as well as the near-paranoid security you likely won’t need. Plus headlines and picks of the week.
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    Links for this episode:

    * Home Wi-Fi security tips – 5 things to check – Naked Security
    * How to secure your home wireless network from hackers
    * Apple will have iOS 14, iPadOS 14, and watchOS 7 randomize MAC addresses in the name of privacy | iMore
    * How to allow guests to connect to your Wi-Fi network with a QR code
    * Microsoft envisions ‘scoring’ meetings based on body language | Engadget
    * Amazon Sidewalk is switching on in your Alexa app, whether you want it or not – CNET
    * Super Nintendo Land will open in Japan on February 4th, 2021 | Engadget
    * Twitter thread about correlation between scented candle ratings and COVID infection rates


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    Picks of the Week:

    * Pat: Amazon Prime Gaming
    * Fr. Andrew: Circle Parental Control & Internet Filtering App
    * Dom:

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    Disclaimer: Hosts, panelists, and guests may have a financial interest in the companies discussed through investments or other means. Their opinions and recommendations are not affected and do not present a conflict of interest. We offer this statement in the interest of full disclosure.
    1 hr
  • Home WiFi Security Tips

    We all have WiFi routers in our homes now, but is it secure? Dom, Pat, and Fr. Andrew give their best WiFi security tips for home setups, as well as the near-paranoid security you likely won't need. Plus headlines and picks of the week.

    The post Home WiFi Security Tips appeared first on StarQuest Media.

    1 hr
  • Christmas Gift Ideas for Techies
    TEC092: Black Friday, CyberMonday, and Advent are all coming fast and you may need to do some Christmas shopping. Dom, Fr. Cory, and Joanne are here with some gift ideas for the techie in your life (or to put on your own Christmas wish list) for all ages and budgets and interests.
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    Links for this episode:

    * PlayStation 5
    * HomePod mini
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    * Raspberry Pi 400 Computer Kit
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    * The C64
    * THEC64 Mini
    * Arduino Starter Kit
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    * gimBowl Automated Gimbal
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    * Mac mini with Apple apps Education bundle


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    Picks of the Week:

    * Fr. Cory:
    * Joanne: RØDE Microphones VideoMic Me-L
    * Dom: LockDown Secure Messaging and File Sharing

    This Episode is Brought to You by:
    The Secrets of Technology is brought to you in part by Faithlife, makers of Logos and Verbum Bible software and the Integrated Ministry Platform. Are you a full-stack developer looking for a career with a company with a mission that matters? Check out available positions at faithlife.com/careers and tell them that the Secrets of Technology sent you.
    Want to Sponsor A Show?
    Support StarQuest’s mission to explore the intersection of faith and pop culture by becoming a named sponsor of the show of your choice on the StarQuest network. Click to get started or find out more.
    Disclaimer: Hosts, panelists, and guests may have a financial interest in the companies discussed through investments or other means. Their opinions and recommendations are not affected and do not present a conflict of interest. We offer this statement in the interest of full disclosure.
    1 hr 5 min
  • Christmas Gift Ideas for Techies

    Black Friday, CyberMonday, and Advent are all coming fast and you may need to do some Christmas shopping. Dom, Fr. Cory, and Joanne are here with some gift ideas for the techie in your life (or to put on your own Christmas wish list) for all ages and budgets and interests.

    The post Christmas Gift Ideas for Techies appeared first on StarQuest Media.

    1 hr 5 min
  • The Broken Smart Home
    TEC091: The promise of the smart home hasn’t exactly lived up to the hype yet. Dom, Fr. Cory, and Jack talk about the pitfalls and friction that having smart home and IoT devices still involves and some workarounds they’ve found. Plus a review of Amazon’s Halo fitness band.
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    Links for this episode:

    * I’m Tired of Broken Smart Homes
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    * Ring is recalling 350,000 smart doorbells after some of them caught fire – CNN
    * Microsoft urges users to stop using phone-based multi-factor authentication | ZDNet
    * Google Photos ending unlimited free backup next year – 9to5Google


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    * Email us feedback or comments to [email protected]

    Picks of the Week:

    * Fr. Cory: 12v Deluxe Battery Maintainer and Float Charger
    * Jack:
    * Dom: Homepod mini

    This Episode is Brought to You by:
    The Secrets of Technology is brought to you in part by Faithlife, makers of Logos and Verbum Bible software and the Integrated Ministry Platform. Are you a full-stack developer looking for a career with a company with a mission that matters? Check out available positions at faithlife.com/careers and tell them that the Secrets of Technology sent you.
    Want to Sponsor A Show?
    Support StarQuest’s mission to explore the intersection of faith and pop culture by becoming a named sponsor of the show of your choice on the StarQuest network. Click to get started or find out more.
    Disclaimer: Hosts, panelists, and guests may have a financial interest in the companies discussed through investments or other means. Their opinions and recommendations are not affected and do not present a conflict of interest. We offer this statement in the interest of full disclosure.
    52 min
  • The Broken Smart Home

    The promise of the smart home hasn't exactly lived up to the hype yet. Dom, Fr. Cory, and Jack talk about the pitfalls and friction that having smart home and IoT devices still involves and some workarounds they've found. Plus a review of Amazon's Halo fitness band.

    The post The Broken Smart Home appeared first on StarQuest Media.

    52 min
  • Three More Things

    In its third event of the fall, Apple introduced three new Macs using its new CPUs. Dom, Pat, and Fr. Andrew discuss whether you should think about buying one of these if you're looking for a new Mac and then which one. Plus, who will make the laws on Mars? And older Android web problems.

    The post Three More Things appeared first on StarQuest Media.

    1 hr 6 min
  • Three More Things
    TEC090: In its third event of the fall, Apple introduced three new Macs using its new CPUs. Dom, Pat, and Fr. Andrew discuss whether you should think about buying one of these if you’re looking for a new Mac and then which one. Plus, who will make the laws on Mars? And older Android web problems.
    Get all new episodes automatically and for free:
    Subscribe using the RSS feed | Subscribe using Apple Podcasts | Subscribe using Google Podcasts | Subscribe using Stitcher | Subscribe by Email | Listen and subscribe on YouTube.

    Help us continue to offer Secrets of Technology. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?
    Links for this episode:

    * Elon Musk’s SpaceX will ‘make its own laws on Mars’ | The Independent
    * People Are Jailbreaking Used Teslas to Get the Features They Expect
    * Switch to Firefox Before Your Older Android Can No Longer Access Parts of the Web


    * Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
    * Email us feedback or comments to [email protected]

    Picks of the Week:

    * Fr. Andrew: Xbox Series X
    * Pat: Signal encrypted messaging app
    * Dom: Objective-See Mac security tools

    This Episode is Brought to You by:
    The Secrets of Technology is brought to you in part by Faithlife, makers of Logos and Verbum Bible software and the Integrated Ministry Platform. Are you a full-stack developer looking for a career with a company with a mission that matters? Check out available positions at faithlife.com/careers and tell them that the Secrets of Technology sent you.
    Want to Sponsor A Show?
    Support StarQuest’s mission to explore the intersection of faith and pop culture by becoming a named sponsor of the show of your choice on the StarQuest network. Click to get started or find out more.
    Disclaimer: Hosts, panelists, and guests may have a financial interest in the companies discussed through investments or other means. Their opinions and recommendations are not affected and do not present a conflict of interest. We offer this statement in the interest of full disclosure.
    1 hr 6 min

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The Secrets of Technology offers a weekly look at the world of technology from a uniquely Catholic perspective. Each episode explores tech news, digital culture, privacy, AI, gadgets, and practical…

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