Computer Talk 4-25-26 HR 2
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In this episode of Computer Talk with TAB, host Joey fills in for Eric Semel on a lively Saturday morning broadcast, joined by Dennis Halnon. The conversation kicks off with lighthearted banter about nostalgic tech like the iPod's scroll wheel and TiVo, setting a nostalgic tone. The hosts address listener questions ranging from email autocomplete frustrations in Outlook to Bluetooth auto-answer issues in a 2024 Ford truck, offering practical troubleshooting tips involving browser settings, CarPlay configurations, and firmware updates. A caller from Manchester raises concerns about data privacy and retention in municipal systems, prompting a discussion on best practices, Active Directory audit trails, and third-party tools like NetRix. Another caller battles persistent pop-up malware, leading to recommendations for Malwarebytes, password changes, and free alternatives like LibreOffice. The episode closes with advice on maintaining lithium battery health, emphasizing avoidance of full discharges. Throughout, the hosts promote their upcoming e-cycling event on May 2nd at their Farmington studio, encouraging listeners to bring old electronics for responsible recycling.
Use Malwarebytes to scan and remove pop-up malware; run it before changing passwords.
Avoid draining lithium batteries to zero—keep them charged above 1-2% to preserve lifespan.
Disable auto-answer features in CarPlay and truck radio settings if they’re causing unwanted call responses.
For email autocomplete issues in Outlook, look for a trash can icon in the dropdown or clear browser history via privacy settings.
Municipal data privacy relies on best practices like encrypted backups and audit trails via Active Directory or tools like NetRix.
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Nostalgic Tech & E-Cycling Event Launch
“If someone comes in, I want to see their music collection. I want to know what songs they were into. Fire it up and take a look, right?”
Email Autocomplete Troubles in Outlook
Tom from Harwinton struggles with outdated email suggestions in Outlook webmail. Dennis explains how to remove unwanted entries via a trash can icon in the dropdown and suggests clearing browser history if the X button is missing.
Auto-Answer Bluetooth Issues in Trucks
“It's a feature like I turn not a bug it's a feature. I know my truck with Android Auto has the auto read text messages and I'm like no turn off I don't want to like I'll get to you when I get to you.”
Data Privacy & Audit Trails in Municipal Systems
“There isn't like a package that you can buy that is sold to protect municipalities. What there are instead are best practices to maintain data integrity and maintain data privacy.”
Malware Pop-Ups & Free Office Alternatives
“The order you want to go in is Malwarebytes. Run that. Change your password. Change your password, and then you can install LibreOffice.”
“The order you want to go in is Malwarebytes. Run that. Change your password. Change your password, and then you can install LibreOffice.”
“If someone comes in, I want to see their music collection. I want to know what songs they were into. Fire it up and take a look, right?”
“There isn't like a package that you can buy that is sold to protect municipalities. What there are instead are best practices to maintain data integrity and maintain data privacy.”
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Dennis Halnon
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Joey
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Outlook
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TAB Computer Systems
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CarPlay
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Farmington
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Harwinton
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Malwarebytes
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LibreOffice
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Active Directory
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