Monthly Archives June 2012

GE Works: A Ray of Light in Guatemala

GE Works: A Ray of Light in Guatemala

June 15, 2012 | Comments Off on GE Works: A Ray of Light in Guatemala

Frequent guest Tina Watson tells the story of American technology being spread around the globe to benefit developing countries in GE Works: A Ray of Light in Guatemala.

The Appropriate Technology Collaborative designs, develops demonstrates and distributes new technologies that improve the quality of life for the world’s poorest people.  We have several projects currently in development including low cost medical diagnostic tools, very low cost solar lighting, wind turbines made from local fabric and a solar coffee dryer!

John Barrie is the Executive Director of ATC. …


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Podcast June 16, 2012: Social TV

Podcast June 16, 2012: Social TV

June 15, 2012 | Comments Off on Podcast June 16, 2012: Social TV

 

Show Notes:

Emily Hay, The Internet Advisor Social Media Maven on tweeting live the night of the Target Fireworks and how this integrates into “social TV.” Emily will explain “social tv” ...tv viewing and tweeting merging together and Facebook for younger users this Father’s Day weekend.

Eric and Sheri Kam: Making Social Media work for you. Enterprising young couple have found ways of using social media tools to enrich their work and community involvement.  Time for some great idea starters.

Tina Watson and John Barrie: Appropriate Technology Collaborative Advanced technology project makes its way to the jungles of Guatemala bringing critical health care, economic development and solar power. Tina Watson’s Guatemala Trip.

The Big Apple: Erik Anderson shares his analysis of the recent product and software announcements at the Apple WWDC in San Francisco.

Shane’s Best Tech Gifts for Father’s Day Under $100

Rani’s Objects of Art

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Digital Bookmobile Visits Metro Detroit

Digital Bookmobile Visits Metro Detroit

June 12, 2012 | Comments Off on Digital Bookmobile Visits Metro Detroit

Digital Bookmobile National Tour Showcases Detroit Area Libraries’ free eBook & audiobook downloads
Learn how to download with just a library card and Internet-connected computer or device

  • The Digital Bookmobile is a high-tech tractor-trailer that tours the continent spreading awareness for digital libraries and eBooks; events at Detroit-area public libraries will provide an engaging experience for readers of all ages.
  • Learn how to download eBooks, audiobooks and more to all major eReading devices—including Windows® and Mac® computers, iPhone®, iPad®, Android™, BlackBerry®, Windows Phone 7, Kindle®, Sony® Reader and NOOK™.
  • Use interactive PCs and Macs® to experience Detroit-area libraries’ eBook and audiobook downloads.
  • Library card holders can also check out and download digital titles anytime, anywhere by visiting search.overdrive.com.
  • Housed inside an 74-foot-long, 18-wheel tractor-trailer, the Digital Bookmobile is a high-tech update of the traditional bookmobile that has served communities for decades.
  • Both the event and the service are free to patrons.

Digital Bookmobile Michigan Tour Schedule

Friday, June 15 (12 p.m. – 6 p.m.)

Bloomfield Township Public Library

4200 Telegraph Rd.

Bloomfield Hills

Saturday, June 16 (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.)

Jackson District Library

244 W. Michigan Ave.

Jackson

Monday, June 18 (1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)

Rochester Hills …


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Cyber Security on a Crash Course with Cyber Warfare

Cyber Security on a Crash Course with Cyber Warfare

June 8, 2012 | Comments Off on Cyber Security on a Crash Course with Cyber Warfare

Richard Stiennon, a noted security expert and frequent guest on the Internet Advisor is concerned about some of the  consequences of the alleged development of the Stuxnet virus by the US high command.  In Operation Olympic Games, Project X, and the assault on the IT security industry, Stiennon expressed his concern that:

The use of cyber weapons is going to pit the US military and intelligence community against the IT security industry.

Now companies like F-Secure and Symantec will have to  come up with solid defenses against these kinds of attacks putting them on a collision course with US advanced defense system. …


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Allegations of Secret US Cyber Warfare Shake the World

Allegations of Secret US Cyber Warfare Shake the World

June 8, 2012 | Comments Off on Allegations of Secret US Cyber Warfare Shake the World

On June 1 David Sanger published an article in the New York Times titled Obama Order Sped Up Wave of Cyberattacks Against Iran allegedly uncovering a long history of aggressive American cyber offensives that began during the Bush era after the turn of the century.  While the White House is being tight-lipped, commentary and speculations are running wild around the globe.  This is the story that is still sending shockwaves throughout the US, its allies and it enemies. …


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Podcast June 9, 2012 Stuxnet: America's Cyber War Offensive?

Podcast June 9, 2012 Stuxnet: America's Cyber War Offensive?

June 7, 2012 | Comments Off on Podcast June 9, 2012 Stuxnet: America's Cyber War Offensive?

Show Notes:

A whole new species of aggressive software is waging cyber war around the world.  The week of June 4th allegations were published that President Obama’s administration approved the unleashing of Stuxnet which targeted Iranian nuclear facilities with incredible precision.  Fact or Internet Myth?  On this show with the help of two experts we explore the possibilities of America’s role in this new type of global warfare.

Richard Stiennon, frequent IA guest and security expert and industry analyst, is known for shaking up the industry and insightful commentary like his recent Forbes column on Olympic Games, the code name for America’s cyber warfare initiative. He recently relaunched the security blog ThreatChaos.com and is the co-author of Cyber Styletto, a novel dramatizing the next field of mortal combat.

Gen.(ret) Michael V. Hayden

  • Director, Central Intelligence Agency (2006 – 2009)
  • First Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence (2005 – 2008)
  • Director, National Security Agency (1999 – 2005)

    • As Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, General Hayden was responsible for overseeing the collection of information concerning the plans, intentions and capabilities of America’s adversaries; producing timely analysis for decision makers; and conducting covert operations to thwart terrorists and other …


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    Podcast June 2, 2012: Trio of Tech Titans

    Podcast June 2, 2012: Trio of Tech Titans

    June 1, 2012 | Comments Off on Podcast June 2, 2012: Trio of Tech Titans

    Show Notes:

    Trio of Tech Titans: All of our tech experts work on a daily basis helping people solve problems with their computers and use them to greater advantage in their lives.  It’s no hobby for them; solving computer problems is their passion.

    Cal Carson: Program anchor and executive tech for HP Detroit.  Cal is also our resident Apple expert or Sith Lord of the Dark Side, as we like to call him, member of MacGroup Detroit and fluent in both Mac and PC.

     

    Ed Rudel: Executive tech for HP Detroit and veteran cohost on the Internet Advisor since 2002. Ed created the ToolKit, an all-in-one resource of tested and free options for dealing with computer problems.

     

    Shane Hamelin: Tech troubleshooter for CompuQuest USA, a Metro Detroit computer service company for businesses and individual.  Besides his technical skills with PC’s and networks, Shane is a game wizard.

     

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