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Cyberbully update, Apple iPhone 3GS, Google Chrome OS, WebMD, Technology and Public Safety
News, tips and information impacting your life through technology.
Show Notes Episode 5
News Flash
– Google has announed their upcoming operating system “Chrome OS”
– Apple to Build $1B Server Farm in North Carolina
– Microsoft set to launch a music streaming service this month
– Microsoft kicks off the Office 2010 Technical Preview
Topics
1. Cyberbully update – Update from Episode 2
A Missouri woman who was convicted of three misdemeanors for her role in an online harassment of a teenager who committed suicide has been provisionally acquitted. Federal District Judge George Wu provisionally threw out the convictions because Drew’s conviction on illegal access hinged on the fact that she violated MySpace’s Terms of Service by creating a false account. Creating a false account is not a criminal offense, and Judge Wu did not want to create a precedent that could be used to convict millions of other Internet users. Lori Drew was not directly charged with causing Megan’s death, but was instead indicted under the Federal Computer Fraud and Abuse Act.
2. Apple iPhone 3GS: Current issues and what users can do to protect their investment and check out “Tech Talk” for an official blog posting and user tips.
3. Google Chrome OS –
http://www.dailytech.com/Google+Unveils+Linuxbased+Chrome+OS/article15632.htm
4. WebMD: Its purpose, its design, the side effects, the consequences. Check out the official blog post under “Lifesytles” on www.
Questions from Winforums
Question: newtech – I recently downloaded Google Chrome. It does not have a “Home” button on the toolbar. How do I add a “Home” button and designate a home page?
Answer: Google Chrome Home Button
Discussion of the Cast
Technology and Public Safety
1. Reverse 911 System: Information sent via email/text to cell phones to alert citizens of breaking crime activity within a given jurisdiction.
2. CNN: The trains that crashed on the Washington Metro depended on a 33-year-old automated control system widely used in cities across the United States, according to the American Public Transportation Association.
– The Washington Metro has used an automated train control system since 1976
– Philadelphia, San Francisco, Boston and Atlanta also use a similar system
– American Public Transportation Association: “What happened in Washington is rare”
– Investigators found a problem in one of the track circuits that relay data to trains and are looking into why the computerized emergency system failed to prevent the accident. Officials say crash like D.C. Metro not likely in other cities.
The reason for the concern is that A330 series jets have recently experienced a number of potentially disastrous computer anomalies. In one case, erratic computer commands caused an A330 to suddenly pitch nose-down until the captain could regain control, according to a report by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau .
Tip or Site of Interest
Mikee – Online Image Editor
Dave – 25 Free Apps for the Mac
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Wi-Fi Krack Attack, Initial Coin Offerings And Changing Rewards Programs
We have you covered from Wi-Fi attacks to Initial Coin Offerings, from rewards programs to walking while texting. The Krack Attack last week, which focused on hacking a level of Wi-Fi encryption, should not affect many of us but it is good to be educated and understand what happened and how to protect ourselves. The latest trend in startup investment is Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs). ICOs are designed around the creation and purchasing of a new cryptocurrency as an investment technique that is proving to be embraced and controversial. Loyalty and rewards programs are beginning to boom again thanks to changes in customer behaviors and companies realizing the power of app-based rewards programs. And finally, walking while texting in a crosswalk will leave your pocketbook a bit little in Honolulu to the tune of a $35 citation.
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TSA, Tech News and Gaming Meets National Defense
Tell the TSA what you really think, A review of this week’s tech news, and Gaming technology meets national defense
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Universal Heath Care Versus iPad
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This week on the Waves of Tech: Support meltdown, Paper or Plastic, AT&T, Universal heath care versus an iPad and the CALM Act
Show Notes
Why does the 1-800 phone system cause us so much frustration and send us into a mental tailspin? Steve was recently sent on a phone system circus through the Bright House corporation. And this circus wasn’t by anyway entertaining. This leads the discussion towards the decline of customer support and whether the size of the company explains the level of quality customer support.
2.AT&T Rated the Worst Carrier…again
Way to go AT&T! You are now the proud owner of a six-year trend – being rated the worst domestic carrier. AT&T has struggled for many years with a failing network infrastructure which has in turn translated into failing customer service and millions exiting to other cell carriers. Apparently spending $2 billion in infrastructure improvements isn’t improving AT&T’s customer base.3.iPad vs. Universal Health Care
Given the option, would you choose an iPad or Universal Health Care? If you chose the iPad, you are in the majority of survey takers according to a recent CNET online survey. The Waves of Tech crew has a kick with this segment. Tune in, check out the discussion, and leave your thoughts on the website.4. CALM Act – Back in the News
The day has come! The Commercial Advertising Loudness Mitigation Act in set to take affect in 2011. Basically, the Act will control advertisement volume levels so that they do not exceed the volume of the current TV show, movie, or sporting event. Having that ear-splitting volume spike drives everyone absolutely crazy!5. Paper or Plastic – Evolution from Checking to ATM’s to Debit Cards to Online banking
Steve, Mikee, and Dave discuss their personal ways of dealing with finances. As the transition from cash to check, check to ATM, and ATM to Online banking continues to take place, which of the crew is following in the tech’s pathway. You may be surprised with the statements.6. ChromeOS
Mikee provides a solid breakdown of ChromeOS. The Internet has been abuzz about the new operating system. Moreover, there are plenty screaming about the potential and significant changes Chrome will have on operating system. Tune in and listen to Steve and Mikee’s take on ChromeOS.