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AOL 9.1 beta is available for download - and Satan rejoices

Why? That is the universal question for a number of things.  Why?
At this moment, that’s the question that I’m asking AOL.  After four years, why?  Why are you restarting development of your client software?  Were you not happy enough with the infestation of people’s computers that AOL 9.0 provided?  Were you not happy with […]

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Why the A+ certification is absolutely useless

I’ve pondered long and hard about getting A+ certified.  I tinker with computers enough and spend most of my time in front of one, so why not?  I’ve even taken the "prep" courses in college that cover everything you need to know to pass the two certification exams with flying colors.  But…
There seems to […]

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Stop Spam Once and For All!

This article is taken from the introduction of my new book, Stop Spam Once and For All!, slated for release in August 2007.  For more information about the book and to sign-up for the pre–release launch list, use the form at the bottom of this post to signup.  You’ll receive a confirmation email immediately, […]

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Why Windows Vista Ultimate isn’t “ultimate” enough for me

Before I begin, let me set the record straight on one thing: I like Windows Vista. Just thought I’d clear the air and let everyone know my true feelings about the operating system that is getting quite a kick in the teeth from almost everyone. I love Aero, I love the […]

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iPhone will require iTunes to activate

Well, it seems that another hoop in the quest for an iPhone has been added, not that it’s all that big of a deal.
According to PC World, Apple will require that you have an iTunes account separate from your AT&T billing account for the iPhone once it is released. 
This shouldn’t come as a […]

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Mr. Wizard is gone and there’s a little less light in the world

For those of you that haven’t heard yet, Don “Mr. Wizard” Herbert has passed away.  And I’m feeling just a little bit down in the dumps about it.
I wasn’t around for the first iteration of the Mr. Wizard show, but I do remember growing up watching Mr. Wizard on Nickelodeon.
I loved the show.  I […]

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EMI to start selling DRM free music - in AAC format

Yes, I know that the online music world is up in arms right now with the EMI-Apple announcement from earlier today.  I’ll spare you the details, but here’s the overall picture:  Apple will begin selling DRM-free music from the EMI library in May.  Although you’ll pay an extra $0.30 for these songs, you’ll be […]

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Tech Podcasts Network launches new website!

It’s finally here!  The Tech Podcasts Network has officially launched our new website design and integrated several new features.  Since the TechCast Weekly is a member of the Tech Podcasts Network, I’m really excited about the new site and specifically one of the new features.
When you arrive on the Tech Podcasts home page, you’ll […]

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Attend Big Seminar - get some free goodies

There will come a time in your life where you will have an opportunity to make a change.  These opportunities don’t come around that often, so you have to take advantage of them when they come around.  Big Seminar is one of those opportunities.
I normally talk about technology on this blog.  I love technology.  […]

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Don’t you just love it when all heck breaks loose?

This post is called the "I have an emergency and need to fix some things" post.  Many of you that are reading this are subscribed to the TechCast Weekly RSS feed.  Read on to find out why you’re receiving this and see how important it is to always know what you’re doing before trying […]

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