Ask The Tech Guy (Vintage) (Audio)

Leo Laporte on Flash Player reaching its end-of-life with Adobe ending support on December 31, 2020, and how to take a stroll down memory lane and relive some old Flash-based games and animations.

Archive.org's Flash Showcase: http://bit.ly/3ntizw2

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Looking to get rid of those pesky site notifications in Chrome? Leo Laporte explains how to view and edit site permissions.

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Making the switch from iPhone to Android? Leo Laporte gives tips on syncing contacts, photos, and more to make the move easy.

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains why your apartment-provided WiFi is insecure and what you can do to stay safe.

Tech Guy Labs: How Can I Be Secure In My Apartment WiFi Network?: https://bit.ly/3loGQ4H
Kadesh Tiny Hardware Firewall: https://bit.ly/3mnIWTN
SG-1100 Netgate pfSense Security Gateway Appliance: https://amzn.to/2VlqcYV

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Looking to buy a new TV? Leo Laporte gets you up to speed by demystifying terms like QLED, FALD, OLED, and HDR to help you choose the right one for you.

Find the best TV for any budget: https://my.lustre.ai/ZzmQz

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Are you getting bad connections on your Zoom meetings over WiFi? Leo Laporte explains how you can get a more reliable internet connection by using MoCA (or Ethernet over Coax ((EoC)) and Powerline Network Adapters to extend your wired network throughout your home.

Wifi Analyzer: https://bit.ly/2IFp9QL
TP-Link AV2000 Powerline Adapter: https://amzn.to/2UxUsQ2
Actiontec MoCA 2.5 Network Adapter: https://amzn.to/3kCpJvM

Token Ring Networks image by Em.andersson (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)
https://bit.ly/3kCQIHm

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains why the easiest way to add a wireless intercom system to your home is through smart assistant speakers like the Google Nest Audio, Amazon Echo, and Apple HomePod.

Get the Amazon Echo Dot: https://amzn.to/3p9DGol
Get the Google Nest Mini: https://bhpho.to/2JSAcqf
Get the Apple HomePod Mini: https://bhpho.to/3eEwQCC

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains how data files, like PDFs, can be a vector for malware or a virus to be installed on your computer and how you can view a malicious PDF safely.

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Is Gmail's spam filter too aggressive and marking legitimate email as spam? Leo Laporte explains how to 'train' it to work better for you.

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Is cellular data for home internet access a good alternative to traditional cable or DSL? Leo Laporte explains.

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains how to run Windows apps and programs on your Mac with virtual machines.

VirtualBox: virtualbox.com
VMware Fusion: https://www.vmware.com/products/fusion.html
Parallels: https://www.parallels.com/
Docker Desktop: https://www.docker.com/products/docker-desktop

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains how to find out which network has better cell coverage for your area.

PCMag - Fastest Mobile Networks 2020: https://www.pcmag.com/fastest-mobile-networks/2020

Opensignal: https://www.opensignal.com/

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

In another back to basics episode, Leo Laporte explains the different types of keyboard switches and layouts to help you choose the right one for you.

ClickyKeyboards: https://www.clickykeyboards.com/
Matias Keyboards: https://amzn.to/36cSStN
Das Keyboard: https://amzn.to/3ihZV7a
Find the right keyboard for you: https://my.lustre.ai/tvB4x

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains podcast directories like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts and how to manually add podcasts not listed to your favorite podcast app. 

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains what to look for when buying a replacement battery for your laptop or other devices.

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Looking to set up a live stream with multiple cameras for your small church or home studio? Leo Laporte explains the basics of multi-cam live streaming.

Canon VIXIA HF G10: https://amzn.to/3gKD4Ae
Sony Alpha a7 IIK: https://amzn.to/34N8O5h
Elgato Cam Link 4K: https://amzn.to/3lAunfu
HDMI to USB 3.0 Capture: https://amzn.to/3jzcg7Z
Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini: https://amzn.to/2Ge0FwG
Mevo Start Live Event Camera: https://amzn.to/2EMVcwb
Ecamm Live: https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/
OBS: Open Broadcaster Software: https://obsproject.com/
Restream.io: https://restream.io/
OneStream.live: https://onestream.live/

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

What are the best internet options for RVers and others hitting the road? Leo Laporte explains.

NETGEAR Nighthawk M1 Mobile Hotspot: https://amzn.to/2CZURFS
Winegard PL-7000R DISH Playmaker: https://amzn.to/2QieGuY
Winegard RZ-6000 Rayzar z1 RV TV Antenna: https://amzn.to/32kpJJR
Find the right WiFi Hotspot for you: https://my.lustre.ai/wCU1F

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

What is the purpose of a graphics card or GPU in a computer? Leo Laporte explains.

Find the right Graphics Card for you: https://my.lustre.ai/SieHM

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Want to look your best on your next video call meeting? Leo Laporte explains how to best light for your webcam.

Hands-On Photography #8: It's About The Light: http://twit.tv/hop8

Elgato Key Light: https://amzn.to/2FbUbhl

Dazzne Desk Mount LED Video Light: https://amzn.to/2PCBZiM

Find the right webcam for you: https://my.lustre.ai/RFaaI

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit

Looking to create a custom email address? Leo Laporte explains how to get a domain name and connect it with an email platform to make personalized email accounts.

Disclosure: Hover is a TWiT Network sponsor (https://hover.com/twit)

Host: Leo Laporte

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy

Sponsor:

• LastPass.com/twit