Tech Podcast Network » Microsoft http://blog.techpodcasts.com The official Blog of the Tech Podcast Network and the family of child safe technical podcasts. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:01:44 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Tech Podcasts Network is a community of the Top Technical Podcasters bringing you child safe, educational material all shows are screened for excellence. The only source for Top Technical News and information. Over 25,000,000 listeners / viewers per month. Tech Podcast Network clean Tech Podcast Network tech@techpodcasts.com tech@techpodcasts.com (Tech Podcast Network) © 2006-2010 TechPodcasts.com Tech Podcasts Network Technolgy, Tech, Apple, Linux, Microsoft, Programming, Video, Imaging Tech Podcast Network » Microsoft http://blog.techpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/powerpress/tpnj.jpg http://blog.techpodcasts.com TV-Y TPN Weekly #50 with John Wilkerson of Jesus Geek http://blog.techpodcasts.com/2010/04/tpn-weekly-50-with-john-wilkerson-of-jesus-geek.html http://blog.techpodcasts.com/2010/04/tpn-weekly-50-with-john-wilkerson-of-jesus-geek.html#comments Sun, 04 Apr 2010 10:52:41 +0000 tpnweekly http://blog.techpodcasts.com/?p=800

TPN Weekly is hosted by John Wilkerson of the Jesus Geek podcast this week.  In this episode, John talks about some recent tech and space news, shares some tips for using your browser more effectively, and explains the term “social giving”.

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News articles mentioned:

Social giving is a new trend online. It involves using social media to raise awareness and funds for charities and causes. I highly encourage everyone to partner with a cause that your are passionate about and use your influence in social media to help. Re-tweeting a message, joining a cause on Facebook, or doing a podcast about a charity is great way to help if you’re unable to donate financially.

One great example is a podcast I produce: Compassion365 which is raising awareness and funds for Compassion International, a child advocacy group. Get online and do some good!

You can listen to my podcast every week over at http://jesusgeek.info.

]]> http://blog.techpodcasts.com/2010/04/tpn-weekly-50-with-john-wilkerson-of-jesus-geek.html/feed 0 Facebook,fake antivirus,iPad,Microsoft,news,social giving,Virgin Galactic TPN Weekly is hosted by John Wilkerson of the Jesus Geek podcast this week. In this episode, John talks about some recent tech and space news, shares some tips for using your browser more effectively, and explains the term "social giving". TPN Weekly is hosted by John Wilkerson of the Jesus Geek (http://jesusgeek.info) podcast this week.  In this episode, John talks about some recent tech and space news, shares some tips for using your browser more effectively, and explains the term "social giving". We’re sponsored by Goto Assist Express! Try it free for 30 days at GoToAssist.com/techpodcasts (http://gotoassist.com/techpodcasts). News articles mentioned: * 5 Lesser Known Browser Tips and Tricks | PCMech (http://www.pcmech.com/article/5-lesser-known-browser-tips-and-tricks/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+pcmech%2Farticles+%28PCMech.com%29&utm_content=Google+Reader) * Virgin's VSS Enterprise takes to the skies | TechRadar UK (http://www.techradar.com/news/world-of-tech/virgin-s-vss-enterprize-takes-to-the-skies-678810) * Microsoft turns 35: Best, worst and most notable moments | ComputerWorld (http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9173238/Microsoft_turns_35_Best_worst_and_most_notable_moments?source=CTWNLE_nlt_dailyam_2010-03-24) * Fake Facebook antivirus spreads through tagged photos, wall post spam (http://www.downloadsquad.com/2010/03/29/facebook-antivirus-malware-rogue-fake/) * Suppliers Expect to Ship 8-10 Million iPads in 2010 | Mashable (http://mashable.com/2010/03/29/apple-10-million-ipads/) Social giving is a new trend online. It involves using social media to raise awareness and funds for charities and causes. I highly encourage everyone to partner with a cause that your are passionate about and use your influence in social media to help. Re-tweeting a message, joining a cause on Facebook, or doing a podcast about a charity is great way to help if you're unable to donate financially. One great example is a podcast I produce: Compassion365 (http://compassion365.com) which is raising awareness and funds for Compassion International (http://compassion.com), a child advocacy group. Get online and do some good! You can listen to my podcast every week over at http://jesusgeek.info (http://jesusgeek.info). Tech Podcast Network clean 11:59 TPN Weekly #32- Four Dudes On Tech – Top Tech Stories of 2009 http://blog.techpodcasts.com/2009/11/676.html http://blog.techpodcasts.com/2009/11/676.html#comments Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:53:16 +0000 tpnweekly http://blog.techpodcasts.com/?p=676

Hello everyone! This is Dan Driscoll host of Four Dudes On Tech! This episode is going to be a real treat for everyone as it counts down:

The Top Tech Stories of 2009!

We’re sponsored by GotoMeeting! Try it free for 30 days at GoToMeeting.com/techpodcasts. No credit card needed.

Also you can check out our site at: Fourdudesontech.com for a full run down of the show notes including links. Also check out the site for hilarious B-Sides of this episode which I could not include here.

Topics Include:

  • Introduction
    • Biggest tech stories of 2009, you heard it here first!
    • Not only do these seem to be the biggest stories of the year, they all have recent happenings/updates.
  • The Pirate Bay
    • Trial
    • Guilty verdict
    • No retrial granted, verdict appealed
    • Drama ensues
    • Site ordered shut down or face fines
    • Tracker shut down
  • Bold Moves in Competition
    • Microsoft, Palm, and Motorola each try to take down the undisputed leader in their markets
    • Microsoft unveils Bing to compete with Google
    • Palm comes out with the Pre exclusive to the Sprint Network and Motorola comes out with the Droid exclusive to the Verizon Network to compete with Apple’s iPhone on AT&T
  • Oracle Acquires Sun
    • Just weeks after it seemed IBM was going to purchase them
    • Sun’s open source projects could be on shaky ground
    • European Commission raises objections to the deal
    • Acquisition is as of yet incomplete
  • Battles over Apple’s iPhone App Store
    • Apple has an iron fist about what goes on the app store
    • Constant complaining over the approval process by developers
    • However, the store grows immensely throughout the year
    • Big time developer announces he’s leaving the iPhone app game
  • Apple vs. Psystar
    • Apple sues Mac clone maker Psystar for copyright infringement, Psystar says they are not infringing since they bought the OS from Apple
    • Psystar files countersuit saying Apple is over-extending its copyright
    • Psystar continues to release new clone models
    • Bankruptcy is filed by Psystar, then unfiled
    • A summary judgement in the case recently is favorable for Apple
  • 4DoT’s favorite odd stories of the year
    • Flash drive finger
    • Swedish robot attacks Swedish man

Be sure to stop by Fourdudesontech.com for all of our previous shows. Thanks and enjoy the show!

]]> http://blog.techpodcasts.com/2009/11/676.html/feed 0 app,Apple,Bay,Bing,iPhone,Microsoft,motorola,Oracle,Palm,Pirate,Psystar,Robot Hello everyone! This is Dan Driscoll host of Four Dudes On Tech! This episode is going to be a real treat for everyone as it counts down: - The Top Tech Stories of 2009! - We’re sponsored by GotoMeeting! Try it free for 30 days at GoToMeeting. Hello everyone! This is Dan Driscoll host of Four Dudes On Tech! This episode is going to be a real treat for everyone as it counts down: The Top Tech Stories of 2009! We’re sponsored by GotoMeeting! Try it free for 30 days at GoToMeeting.com/techpodcasts (http://gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts). No credit card needed. Also you can check out our site at: Fourdudesontech.com (http://www.fourdudesontech.com) for a full run down of the show notes including links. Also check out the site for hilarious B-Sides of this episode which I could not include here. Topics Include: * Introduction * Biggest tech stories of 2009, you heard it here first! * Not only do these seem to be the biggest stories of the year, they all have recent happenings/updates. * The Pirate Bay * Trial * Guilty verdict * No retrial granted, verdict appealed * Drama ensues * Site ordered shut down or face fines * Tracker shut down * Bold Moves in Competition * Microsoft, Palm, and Motorola each try to take down the undisputed leader in their markets * Microsoft unveils Bing to compete with Google * Palm comes out with the Pre exclusive to the Sprint Network and Motorola comes out with the Droid exclusive to the Verizon Network to compete with Apple's iPhone on AT&T * Oracle Acquires Sun * Just weeks after it seemed IBM was going to purchase them * Sun's open source projects could be on shaky ground * European Commission raises objections to the deal * Acquisition is as of yet incomplete * Battles over Apple's iPhone App Store * Apple has an iron fist about what goes on the app store * Constant complaining over the approval process by developers * However, the store grows immensely throughout the year * Big time developer announces he's leaving the iPhone app game * Apple vs. Psystar * Apple sues Mac clone maker Psystar for copyright infringement, Psystar says they are not infringing since they bought the OS from Apple * Psystar files countersuit saying Apple is over-extending its copyright * Psystar continues to release new clone models * Bankruptcy is filed by Psystar, then unfiled * A summary judgement in the case recently is favorable for Apple * 4DoT's favorite odd stories of the year * Flash drive finger * Swedish robot attacks Swedish man Be sure to stop by Fourdudesontech.com (http://www.fourdudesontech.com) for all of our previous shows. Thanks and enjoy the show! Tech Podcast Network clean 1:39:17 TPNW-2009-05-25 #6 The GamerWok Hour Tolls! http://blog.techpodcasts.com/2009/05/tpnw-2009-05-25-6-the-gamerwok-hour-tolls.html http://blog.techpodcasts.com/2009/05/tpnw-2009-05-25-6-the-gamerwok-hour-tolls.html#comments Mon, 25 May 2009 04:00:41 +0000 tpnweekly http://blog.techpodcasts.com/?p=461

Hey Everybody!  I’m Amos “Nguy” Ngai, host of The GamerWok Hour, and editor in chief at GamerWok.com.  I will be hosting TPN Weekly Episode 6 for your listening pleasure!  For this episode, I’ll be showcasing for you a taste of what you can expect each and every week from the crew at GamerWok.  We feature all things related to the “Geek Lifestyle”, whether it be games, technology, electronics, hacking, modding, even geek wear, GamerWok has you covered.

For our complete archive of past GamerWok Hour shows, visit GamerWok.com/Podcasts

And be sure to visit our main site, updated daily, for the latest in tech and gaming news, reviews, and in-depth articles: GamerWok.com

Follow Us on Twitter: @gamerwok

This week’s podcast is sponsored by GoToMeeting.com

Try out this outstanding online meeting service absolutely free for 30 days at gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts NO CREDIT CARD REQUIRED!

Show Notes:

  • Building a PC equivalent to a PS3
  • Assumptions:
    • PC has to run out of the box so OS is a must
    • This will be connected to a TV/LCD which means HDMI video/audio is a must
    • PC has to run games as fast/good as a PS3 if not better
    • PC must play BD movies flawlessly
    • Performance will be judged based on PS3 game resolution chart by Quaz found here at Beyond3D
    • Frames per second isn’t recorded in PS3 benchmarks but we will assume that PC games has to run between 35-45 FPS to look as good as PS3
    • We will be using Canadian price of $499.99 for the PS3 and not the US price of $499.99
    • All parts will be purchased from one store to save on shipping and simplicity
  • Full Build: http://bit.ly/PS3PC
  • Final Price at time of recording: $556 CDN
  • PC/PS3 pros and cons
  • Bottom line: It’s possible with a bit of leg work to get the price down
  • You can shave the cost of OS down by getting the Windows 7 RC that’s free from Microsoft until March 2010
]]> http://blog.techpodcasts.com/2009/05/tpnw-2009-05-25-6-the-gamerwok-hour-tolls.html/feed 0 GamerWok,Games,Microsoft,PC,PS3,Tech,Windows Hey Everybody!  I'm Amos "Nguy" Ngai, host of The GamerWok Hour, and editor in chief at GamerWok.com.  I will be hosting TPN Weekly Episode 6 for your listening pleasure!  For this episode, I'll be showcasing for you a taste of what you can expect each... Hey Everybody!  I'm Amos "Nguy" Ngai, host of The GamerWok Hour, and editor in chief at GamerWok.com (http://gamerwok.com).  I will be hosting TPN Weekly Episode 6 for your listening pleasure!  For this episode, I'll be showcasing for you a taste of what you can expect each and every week from the crew at GamerWok.  We feature all things related to the "Geek Lifestyle", whether it be games, technology, electronics, hacking, modding, even geek wear, GamerWok has you covered. For our complete archive of past GamerWok Hour shows, visit GamerWok.com/Podcasts (http://gamerwok.com/podcasts) And be sure to visit our main site, updated daily, for the latest in tech and gaming news, reviews, and in-depth articles: GamerWok.com (http://gamerwok.com) Follow Us on Twitter: @gamerwok (http://twitter.com/gamerwok) This week's podcast is sponsored by GoToMeeting.com (http://gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts) Try out this outstanding online meeting service absolutely free for 30 days at gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts (http://gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts) NO CREDIT CARD REQUIRED! Show Notes: * Building a PC equivalent to a PS3 * Assumptions: * PC has to run out of the box so OS is a must * This will be connected to a TV/LCD which means HDMI video/audio is a must * PC has to run games as fast/good as a PS3 if not better * PC must play BD movies flawlessly * Performance will be judged based on PS3 game resolution chart by Quaz found here at Beyond3D (http://forum.beyond3d.com/showthread.php?t=46241) * Frames per second isn’t recorded in PS3 benchmarks but we will assume that PC games has to run between 35-45 FPS to look as good as PS3 * We will be using Canadian price of $499.99 for the PS3 and not the US price of $499.99 * All parts will be purchased from one store to save on shipping and simplicity * Full Build: http://bit.ly/PS3PC (http://bit.ly/PS3PC) * Final Price at time of recording: $556 CDN * PC/PS3 pros and cons * Bottom line: It’s possible with a bit of leg work to get the price down * You can shave the cost of OS down by getting the Windows 7 RC that’s free from Microsoft until March 2010 Tech Podcast Network clean 20:38