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TT December 3, 2012

Five tips to safer online shopping

Five tips to safer online shopping by

Love online shopping? You’re not alone. It’s actually becoming a popular pastime in Canada. But in order to protect your computer — and your personal identity – be sure to take heed to these online shopping safety tips.

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N December 2, 2012

Tech Talk: Windows 8-based Ultrabook ‘Convertibles,” and more

Tech Talk: Windows 8-based Ultrabook ‘Convertibles,” and more by

In this week’s ‘Tech Talk’ radio show — heard each week live on Montreal’s CJAD 800 — I chat with Intel’s Joe Ellis about the wide range of Windows 8-powered laptop-tablet hybrids and why they’re appealing. I also talk about other gadgets in time for the holidays.

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TT November 18, 2012

Tech Talk: Windows 8 primer, plus your next car will be a smart one

Tech Talk: Windows 8 primer, plus your next car will be a smart one by

In this week’s ‘Tech Talk’ radio show — heard each week live on Montreal’s CJAD 800 — we chat with an automotive expert on how cars are getting smarter, plus we also talk with Microsoft about what makes Windows 8 a worthy upgrade for both casual and hardcore users.

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HT November 12, 2012

How to fight back against ‘ransomware’

How to fight back against ‘ransomware’ by

Symantec has released new research on ‘ransomware,’ which is growing throughout Western Europe and North America. Here’s what you need to know.

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OL November 2, 2012

AMBER Alerts for missing children added to Google Searches and Maps

AMBER Alerts for missing children added to Google Searches and Maps by

Google joins the fight to bring missing children home safe and sound by adding AMBER Alerts to their searches and maps.

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HG October 29, 2012

Tech Talk: iPad mini impressions and the skinny on a USB security stick

Tech Talk: iPad mini impressions and the skinny on a USB security stick by

In this week’s Tech Talk show, we talk about Apple’s iPad mini unveiling, the Windows 8 launch and how to remove malware on your computer that got past your antivirus program.

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TT October 23, 2012

Not yet in Canada, but ‘Parko’ app an awesome idea

Not yet in Canada, but ‘Parko’ app an awesome idea by

Imagine if your smartphone could tell you when there was an available parking spot on the street – so you can stop circling endlessly to find one by chance. ‘Parko’ aims to be that solution.

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OL September 30, 2012

Tech Talk: Blogging 101 with 9 year-old Hannah Alper; Free anti-malware software

Tech Talk: Blogging 101 with 9 year-old Hannah Alper; Free anti-malware software by

In this week’s Tech Talk radio show, we talk with Hannah Alper, Canada’s superstar blogger — who’s only in grade 4 — and we also talk with AVG about free anti-malware software to protect your PC and personal identity.

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HG September 16, 2012

Tech Talk: Will the iPhone 5 deliver the goods?

Tech Talk: Will the iPhone 5 deliver the goods? by

For this week’s Tech Talk we chat about Apple’s iPhone 5, out this Friday, and take a look at two new and unique headphones in the Canadian market.

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HT September 9, 2012

What do those Chrome extension warnings mean?

What do those Chrome extension warnings mean? by

Extensions are a popular way of making Chrome more useful. But these are powerful programs that warrant your attention and care.

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