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  1. TechStuff Looks at OS X Lion

    17 oktober 2011 · 40 min

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    What’s new with the Lion version of Mac OS X? How does Apple’s newest operating system compare to Windows? What are some of the obscure features in Mac OS X Lion? Tune in to learn more in this episode. Lees meer

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  2. TechStuff Looks at Windows 8

    12 oktober 2011 · 39 min

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    How is Windows 8 different from earlier versions of Windows? What’s up with the touch-screen interface? Are computer and mobile operating systems converging? Tune in to learn more about Windows 8 in this episode of TechStuff. Lees meer

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  3. One More Thing

    10 oktober 2011 · 55 min

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    The demise of Steve Jobs has left the world in shock: Consumers, fans and critics have paid homage to the impact Jobs made on numerous industries. In this episode, the guys look back on the work of Steve Jobs -- and how he has influenced their own lives. Lees meer

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  4. What can quantum computers do?

    5 oktober 2011 · 39 min

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    How is the quantum world different from the world of classical physics? What are the challenges of building a quantum computer? What kind of problems could quantum computers tackle? Tune in to find out. Lees meer

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  5. Slow Motion Film and High Speed Photography

    3 oktober 2011 · 36 min

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    How does film work? What are the basic parts of a camera? How can you take a photo of a high-speed subject and get a clear picture? Tune in as Chris and Jonathan break down the tech behind slow motion and high speed photography. Lees meer

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  6. The Worst Video Games of All Time

    28 september 2011 · 52 min

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    What makes a bad video game? Which video game was voted on by our listeners as the worst of all time? Which games do the hosts think count as the worst of all time? Tune in and learn more in the first crowdsourced episode of TechStuff. Lees meer

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  7. The Patent Wars

    26 september 2011 · 37 min

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    Did you know that a company's prime business can be nothing more than buying, selling and licensing patents? In this episode, Jonathan and Chris look at the nature of patents and patent wars. Lees meer

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  8. What’s Next for Apple?

    21 september 2011 · 40 min

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    Why is Apple so closely identified with Steve Jobs? Who is taking over now that Steve Jobs has resigned? Will Apple maintain its position in the electronics market without Steve Jobs? Tune in for the answers to these questions and more in this podcast. Lees meer

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  9. Googorola

    19 september 2011 · 31 min

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    Why is Google interested in Motorola Mobility? Did Motorola make the first cell phone? What will other Android handset manufacturers do if Google buys Motorola Mobility? Tune in for the answers to these questions and more in this episode of TechStuff. Lees meer

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  10. The History of Texas Instruments - Part Two

    14 september 2011 · 35 min

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    Did Texas Instruments invent the first handheld calculator? What were some of the consumer products released by Texas Instruments? In the second installment of this two-part series, Jonathan and Chris take a closer look at the company's evolution. Lees meer

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  11. The History of Texas Instruments - Part One

    12 september 2011 · 31 min

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    In this podcast, Jonathan and Chris explore the history of Texas Instruments, from the story of its founder to its core business. Tune in to learn how Texas Instruments pioneered transistor research and development in the first part of this series. Lees meer

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  12. The Curious Case of the HP TouchPad

    7 september 2011 · 30 min

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    How long was the TouchPad on the market before HP decided to stop making them? What is the fate of the webOS operating system? Is this how Palm ends, not with a bang but with a whimper? Tune in as Jonathan and Chris tackle the demise of the TouchPad. Lees meer

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  13. The Post-PC Era

    5 september 2011 · 23 min

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    Why did an IBM executive claim we've entered the post-PC era? What does the post-PC era actually mean? Join Chris and Jonathan as they tackle the idea of a post-PC world in this episode. Lees meer

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  14. How Electronic Publishing Works

    31 augustus 2011 · 37 min

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    Consumers are increasingly purchasing books in a digital format. But what is the role of a publisher in this changing industry? How does this differ from traditional publishing? What are the challenges facing publishers in this era? Tune in to learn more. Lees meer

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  15. How Solar Panels Work

    29 augustus 2011 · 34 min

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    Solar panels have loads of potential -- but how do they work, exactly, and why aren't they more widespread? Join Jonathan and Chris as they break down the mechanics of solar panels, as well as the benefits and drawbacks of this technology. Lees meer

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  16. How Theremins Work

    24 augustus 2011 · 33 min

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    So what exactly is a theremin? It's got an unmistakably unique sound, and it's one of the world's first electronic musical instruments. Join Chris and Jonathan as they explore all things theremin, from the story of its inventor to playing techniques. Lees meer

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  17. Tech and the UK Riots

    22 augustus 2011 · 35 min

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    During the recent riots, looters used technology to coordinate their activities. But which technologies did the rioters depend on the most? Is shutting down communications systems ever a good idea? Join Chris and Jonathan to learn more. Lees meer

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  18. Anonymity

    17 augustus 2011 · 34 min

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    Is it possible that privacy is becoming less of a social norm? In this episode, Chris and Jonathan explore how the internet and online social networks have influenced changing attitudes about personal privacy. Tune in to learn more. Lees meer

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  19. Digital Theft

    15 augustus 2011 · 35 min

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    Although digital storage has several obvious benefits, files stored on hard drives and online can still be stolen by savvy thieves. But how? Tune in to learn more about digital theft. Lees meer

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  20. What will the Internet be like in 5 years?

    10 augustus 2011 · 35 min

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    In a relatively short amount of time, the internet has expanded across the globe and quickly evolved into a world-changing force. But what will it be like in the future? Join Jonathan and Chris as they explore the possible future of the internet. Lees meer

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  21. What is a router?

    8 augustus 2011 · 35 min

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    Routers are common in offices and homes across the planet, but what do they actually do? What is network address translation? Join Chris and Jonathan as they break down the science behind routers. Lees meer

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  22. Electronics 101: Logic Gates

    3 augustus 2011 · 31 min

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    What is a logic gate? To answer this question, we'll need to start with the binary system. In this episode, Jonathan and Chris take a closer look at the function of logic gates and a nifty little thing called Boolean logic. Lees meer

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  23. Air Conditioners

    1 augustus 2011 · 40 min

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    Air conditioners are a nifty -- and sometime life-saving -- invention, but how does an air conditioner make air cooler? What does a compressor do? What’s a swamp cooler? Tune in for answers to these questions and more in this episode of TechStuff. Lees meer

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  24. Google+

    27 juli 2011 · 51 min

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    Now that Google+ is live (though still in beta), people around the world are clamoring for more information about the social network. Join Jonathan and Chris as they tackle some of the biggest questions surrounding Google+. Lees meer

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  25. What does NASA's Mission Control do?

    25 juli 2011 · 42 min

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    Reaching space is difficult, and returning safely is even trickier. Luckily for astronauts, Mission Control follows each shuttle launch in minute detail, and they're on standby to tackle any imaginable problem. Tune in to learn more about exploring space. Lees meer

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  26. TechStuff Looks at the iCloud

    20 juli 2011 · 38 min

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    As digital content trends toward cloud storage, every company worth its salt is aiming to snag a piece of the action -- and Apple is no exception. But what exactly is Apple iCloud? Is it a musical streaming service? How much will it cost when it launches? Lees meer

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  27. What's in Google Wallet?

    18 juli 2011 · 38 min

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    Google Wallet wants to turn your smartphone into a payment system. So how can you pay for things using your cell phone? Is Google Wallet a threat to other services? Join Chris and Jonathan as they explain how Google Wallet works. Lees meer

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  28. The Tech of Firefighting

    13 juli 2011 · 37 min

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    Firefighters are an invaluable part of every community, but how does firefighting work? What tech will you find on a fire truck? Join Jonathan and Chris as they look at the technology behind firefighting. Lees meer

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  29. Can we stop an asteroid from hitting Earth?

    11 juli 2011 · 31 min

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    Could we blow up an asteroid like in the movie Armageddon? Join Jonathan and Chris as they tackle what may become one of Earth's most important questions: What do we need to do to be better prepared for an asteroid impact? Lees meer

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  30. TechStuff Tours the Space Shuttle

    6 juli 2011 · 48 min

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    Inspired by some listener mail, Jonathan and Chris decide to take a closer look at the history -- and future -- of space shuttles. Tune in to learn more about the future of space exploration. Lees meer

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  31. What are Bitcoins?

    4 juli 2011 · 34 min

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    Bitcoin is a digital currency, and it has no backing central bank or government. Instead, this decentralized currency relies on a peer-to-peer network. Join Jonathan and Chris as they take a look at the concept behind Bitcoin. Lees meer

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  32. Electronics 101: How Accelerometers Work

    29 juni 2011 · 27 min

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    In this episode of Chris and Jonathan's series on electronics, the guys take a look at the handy devices called accelerometers. As you might assume from the name, these instruments measure acceleration -- but how do they work? Tune in to find out. Lees meer

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  33. Can you make a living playing games?

    27 juni 2011 · 34 min

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    For video game buffs, it seems like the deal of a lifetime: What if you could play games for a living? Join Chris and Jonathan as they take a closer look at what it takes to become a professional gamer -- and how it might not be as fun as it sounds. Lees meer

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  34. The IPv6 Switchover

    22 juni 2011 · 35 min

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    Communication on the internet occurs via small packets of data routed across networks. The packets of data don't make much sense without some way to re-assemble them. Tune in as Jonathan and Chris explore the changing nature of internet protocol. Lees meer

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  35. TechStuff Tackles Minecraft

    20 juni 2011 · 33 min

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    Minecraft took the gamin world by storm -- but what exactly is it, and what makes this game so special? Join Chris and Jonathan as they take a closer look at Minecraft, including how players can build virtual computers in the game. Lees meer

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  36. Tech Rivalries: Google vs. the World

    15 juni 2011 · 42 min

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    Google's a lot more than a search engine. Their business interests are tremendously varied and continually expanding -- meaning they've become involved in more than their fair share of rivalries. But who are Google's rivals, exactly? Tune in to find out. Lees meer

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  37. Eureka! Archimedes!

    13 juni 2011 · 32 min

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    Who was Archimedes, and what did he actually invent? Join Chris and Jonathan as they take a closer look at the works of Archimedes -- including his historically famous, controversial death ray design. Lees meer

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  38. What is gamification?

    8 juni 2011 · 33 min

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    Gamification is exactly what it sounds like -- adding an aspect of gameplay to an activity. So why would someone add a game layer on top of an application or service -- and how old is gamification, exactly? Join Chris and Jonathan to learn more. Lees meer

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  39. The Current Wars

    6 juni 2011 · 32 min

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    Thomas Edison and Nicola Tesla were both pioneers of electricity. However, the two both advocated differing forms of electric power: Direct current and alternating current. Join Chris and Jonathan as they explore the infamous current war. Lees meer

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  40. What is Arduino?

    1 juni 2011 · 30 min

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    Most people have heard about open source software -- but what about open source hardware? Join Jonathan and Chris as they take a closer look at the open source phenomenon known as Arduino. Lees meer

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  41. SXSW Interactive 2011

    30 mei 2011 · 39 min

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    Today the TechStuff guys are heading west. And also south. Well, to be absolutely accurate, they're heading to SXSW, one the most popular annual conferences in the United States. But what is it, exactly, and what goes on there? Tune in to learn more. Lees meer

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  42. How Radio Works

    25 mei 2011 · 38 min

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    Radios are fascinating -- but how do they work? In this podcast, Jonathan and Chris tackle some of the fundamental processes of radio. Tune in to learn more about radio waves, radio stations and more. Lees meer

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  43. The PSN Fiasco

    23 mei 2011 · 43 min

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    What happened to the PlayStation Network? Is credit card fraud the worst thing that could happen to you? Join Jonathan and Chris as they explain the recent hacks of the PlayStation Network, and how these hacks may affect you. Lees meer

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  44. What are QR codes?

    18 mei 2011 · 34 min

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    How do QR codes store information? What’s the difference between a QR code and a barcode? Why did it take so long for QR codes to take off? Join Chris and Jonathan as they break down QR codes in this podcast. Lees meer

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  45. What is the Deep Flight Challenger?

    16 mei 2011 · 37 min

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    What is the Deep Flight Challenger? What sort of technology do scientists use to explore these environments? What are the challenges of exploring the deep parts of the ocean? Join Jonathan and Chris as they take a deeper look at the Deep Sea Challenger. Lees meer

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  46. TechStuff Episode 300

    11 mei 2011 · 39 min

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    Why do we use programming languages? How many programming languages are there? Why do we need more than one programming language? Tune in for the answers to these questions and more in TechStuff's 300th episode. Lees meer

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  47. How the Nintendo 3DS Works

    9 mei 2011 · 37 min

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    Like Nintendo's DS and DS Lite, the 3DS is a hand-held gaming device -- with a big twist: This device features 3D technology. Tune in as Chris and Jonathan break down the tech behind the 3DS, and how it lets gamers play in 3D without pesky glasses. Lees meer

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  48. The History of IBM: Part 3

    4 mei 2011 · 41 min

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    In the third installment of Chris and Jonathan's series on the history of IBM, the guys examine IBM's evolution after 1981. Listen in to learn more about the history of one of the world's most well-known computing companies. Lees meer

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  49. The History of IBM: Part 2

    2 mei 2011 · 37 min

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    What products did IBM introduce to the market, and how was IBM involved with the space race? In the second episode of this continuing series on IBM, Jonathan and Chris explore IBM's evolution through the fifties to the present day. Tune in and learn more. Lees meer

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  50. The History of IBM: Part 1

    27 april 2011 · 35 min

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    While most computer users have heard of IBM, many don't know the company's history -- and it's a long story. So long, in fact, that Chris and Jonathan can't cover it in one show. Tune in and learn about IBM in the first part of this series. Lees meer

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