The EFF has brought to our attention some BAAAAD legislation that’s being drafted. Even worse, its actually bi-partisan, coming from Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT). They go into a LOT of depth, and we’ll be going over this. S.3398 – EARN IT Act of 2020 If you’re afraid of government over-reach, unintended consequences, the safety and security of your online life, and freedom of speech? This is a show for you! This’s podcast is brought to you by Audible – get a FREE audiobook download and 30 day free trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/MauiOnline . Over 180,000 titles to choose from for your iPhone, Android, Kindle or mp3 player.
Packing up and moving to a new computer! (3/7/20 Part 1)
So, you need to move from one computer to a new computer. This is often called “migrating,” and we’re here to help you do it! Migration – Part 1 Its a little project, lets be honest, but it can be well worth your time. What do you do? What do you need to prep? We tell you!
Tax software! Forbes has a list! (2/29/20 Part 2)
Disclaimer: we are not tax professionals. Period. If you have any questions, ask a tax professional, not us! Its tax season! And you know what that means to you! Some of you need a tax professional. But some of you can do it yourself! Tax Resources 2020 For those going the DIY route, you’ll be happy to know Forbes has an article on the 6 best tax software programs! We’ll be talking about that today! Nerd Wallet also has a great article as well! Need to buy some software? Amazon might sell what you’re looking for!
Don’t be a Pirate! Yaaaaar! (2/22/20 Part 2)
Computer piracy is probably more common than people admit. Especially in the business world. All those companies have tons of money, so no problem, right? Sorry, afraid not. Yarrr! Its illegal! Obviously, yeah. You want to save some money, but it could get you in trouble with the law. Employees (especially disgruntled ex-employees), even customers who know you’re pirating can actually report you with the possibility of getting a cash reward/bounty if you get busted. nopiracy.org The fines can be pretty bad (they’ve got rewards to pay out). https://techcrunch.com/2016/05/10/software-piracy-claims-can-ruin-your-business-and-reward-those-responsible/ While unlikely, a software vendor could possibly request an audit to make sure you’re in compliance. https://redmondmag.com/articles/2010/09/01/beware-the-bsa.aspx Its not safe! Trojans, malware, and viruses oh my! Many common programs have inexpensive alternatives, even free/open-source ones. LibreOffice or OpenOffice (OSS). GIMP, Inkscape, and Scribus for some of Creative Cloud. Affinity and others for cheap. Do you really NEED the big fancy name software? Being paid/legit means you can get support from the company. Important for updates. Important for compliance within your industry (HIPPA).
Betelguse! No, not Tim Burton’s movie… (2/8/20 Part 1)
Today’s show we’ve got our favorite local astronomer, Dr. JD! And what are we talking about? Astronomy 2020 with Dr. Armstrong! – Part 1 Links we mention: Betelguse! Betelguse! Betelguse! There’s also a story about Dark Matter! Spitzer! Not as famous as Hubble, but still quite awesome! What is the Precession of Mercury?
More Betelgeuse! And DKIST! (2/7/20 Part 2)
More goodness with Dr. JD Armstrong, our tame local astronomer! Astronomy 2020 with Dr. Armstrong! – Part 2 Have a look at these links, too! DKIST, aka the Daniel K. Inoye Solar Telescope is in the news! Betelgeuse got a little dimmer. Is it moody? You know, there’s an actual Astronomical Glossary?
Fact Checking 101 for 2020! (1/18/20 Part 1)
We’re in an election year, and that means brushing up on our fact checking! So, of course, we’ve got some handy-dandy reading for you while you’re listening to the show! Fact Checking 101 https://www.theatlantic.com/notes/2018/01/how-to-fact-check-the-atlantic/551477/ https://www.politifact.com/truth-o-meter/article/2014/aug/20/7-steps-better-fact-checking/ https://mediabiasfactcheck.com/2016/07/20/the-10-best-fact-checking-sites/?fbclid=IwAR0FTgj6Z2WMvlTAlkp2g_-tsQfs8JN2gP6X1PFX120ek4_haJ1ErQXS6L0 https://yourlogicalfallacyis.com/ https://rationalwiki.org/wiki/The_Dragon_in_My_Garage https://www.brainpickings.org/2014/01/03/baloney-detection-kit-carl-sagan/
Care to bet? 2020 Predictions show! (1/4/20 Part 2)
We’re placing our bets for the year. Will we go bust? Will we bluff? Can we win? Predictions 2020 – Part 2 Can we stop torturing metaphors?
Grade Them 2019 Predictions! (12/28/19 Part 1)
We made predictions back in the beginning of January. Guess what? Its time to grade those predictions! 2019 Prediction Scorecard – Part 1 Care to listen to them? Here’s the last ones! https://www.q-a.net/mauionline/2019/01/08/predictions-for-2019-revisit-in-december-1-5-19-part-1/ https://www.q-a.net/mauionline/2019/01/08/more-wild-guessing-predictions-2019-1-6-19-part-2/
Who won our FANTASTIC prize? (12/21/19 Part 2)
Every listener mail show has a prize. This time our friends at OfficeMax/OfficeDepot have given us a fantastic APC UPS for us to give to one lucky listener. Was it you? And the Winner Is…