Summary There’s a misconception that one Internet service provider is universally better than another. In reality, it depends on each person’s situation. This document explains the circumstances and needs that will help you pick a provider that’s best for you. There is also a spoken podcast companion to this document. [View] Iowa City Internet Providers… Continue reading Iowa City Internet Service Options: Mediacom or CenturyLink
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Iowa City Internet Service Providers (Podcast E2)
In Episode 2 of the Walk and Talk podcast, I discuss various factors to consider when trying to choose an Internet service provider in the Iowa City area. In addition to discussing Mediacom and CenturyLink, I provide information about alternative options. You can subscribe to the podcast on Spotify. [View] Play using the Anchor Player… Continue reading Iowa City Internet Service Providers (Podcast E2)
CenturyLink Internet Service Pricing Details for Introductory Offers and Deals
[NOTE: This document contains the CenturyLink Internet service details as of 28 Apr 2020. We would link to the source, but we were only able to discover this information by clicking a link for a pop-up window on their site. For this reasons we are placing it here so that customers can easily refer back… Continue reading CenturyLink Internet Service Pricing Details for Introductory Offers and Deals
Podcasting: The Q&A Show Format
A good format for a podcast show is to have a Q&A session. This encourages having some structure to the podcast, with some defined topics. It’s a good format for videos or articles as well. With the current shelter-in-place and social distancing that most people are participating in, podcasters have a few options for inviting… Continue reading Podcasting: The Q&A Show Format
Simple Steps to Joining a Zoom Meeting
Zoom video conferencing software for online meetings is new to many people. These simple instructions should help people using Zoom for the first time. STEP 1 – Choose Your Device Mobile Device. You may find that Zoom is easier to use and more reliable on a mobile device like a smartphone or tablet. This is… Continue reading Simple Steps to Joining a Zoom Meeting
Podcasting: Everything you need to know to start and grow a successful show.
If you’re an existing podcaster or planning to start, a great article for getting started or improving your content is “How to Start a Podcast” by Buzzsprout, a popular podcast hosting and distribution service. Buzzsprout has also produced the following excellent 8-part video series on podcasting. PART 1 – How to Start a Podcast Learn… Continue reading Podcasting: Everything you need to know to start and grow a successful show.
How to turn off Find My iPhone or iPad location information for sale and transfer of ownership.
Selling or Buying an iPhone or iPad If you sell an iPhone or iPad, as the seller you will be required to disable the Find My Device feature. This is essential because as long as that feature is turned on, the device remains locked to the seller’s Apple user account and can’t fully be used… Continue reading How to turn off Find My iPhone or iPad location information for sale and transfer of ownership.
This Malware Can Attack Using the Mail Program on 1.5 Billion Apple iPhone and iPad Devices. Take action now.
UPDATE – 20 May 2020 at 7:45 PM SUMMARY It’s time to update your iPhone and iPad devices (found in Settings > General > Software Update) and then enable the Mail program for your various accounts (found in Settings > Passwords & Accounts). MORE DETAILS Apple has released an update to replace iOS 3.4.1 with… Continue reading This Malware Can Attack Using the Mail Program on 1.5 Billion Apple iPhone and iPad Devices. Take action now.
How to make a high quality audio or video recording with two people in different locations.
This page describes the equipment and process required to make a high quality audio or video recording with two people in different locations. In summary, both participants will want to have a phone to communicate and a good quality recording device. Then, the two high quality recordings will be merged to make a single recording.… Continue reading How to make a high quality audio or video recording with two people in different locations.
How to Share an iPad Voice Memo Audio Recording and Save on Google Drive
The Voice Memo program on iPhone and iPad lets you make high quality audio recordings. By default, they are saved to iCloud across your devices, and will even show up on an Apple computer automatically if you are logged into iCloud. However, Sharing these recordings can be a bit tricky. The file size can be… Continue reading How to Share an iPad Voice Memo Audio Recording and Save on Google Drive
Home Security: Video Surveillance Cameras
Quick Recommendation There are numerous factors to consider when buying a home security camera system. Those factors are all described below. Here’s a quick recommendation that would serve many people’s needs. The HeimVision HM241 1080P Wireless Security Camera System [View/Buy] is about $200 and has four cameras with a capacity for up to eight cameras.… Continue reading Home Security: Video Surveillance Cameras
VICE News: Moscow’s Facial Recognition Tech Will Outlast the Coronavirus (16 Apr 2020)
MOSCOW – The Russian capital is home to a network of 178,000 surveillance cameras. Thousands of these cameras are already connected to facial recognition software under a program called “Safe City.” Police claim the technology has helped arrest more than 300 people. Now, as part of the response to COVID-19, authorities are trying to bring… Continue reading VICE News: Moscow’s Facial Recognition Tech Will Outlast the Coronavirus (16 Apr 2020)