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How can I stop robocalls?
Episode 1722
Roger fromRoger is getting phone calls saying that his car warranty is about to expire. Leo says that those Robo Calls are phishing scams designed to get you to buy something. Leo advises putting your phone number on the national DoNotCall list and see if your phone carrier offers a blocked call service to prevent them from calling you back. And if you have an iPhone, you can block the phone caller directly. But it's kinda like playing wackamole because most of them spoof their caller ID or just change the outgoing number.
Apple Becomes 2 Trillion Company, Tech Stocks Holding up the Market
Episode 1722
With Apple becoming the world's first 2 Trillion company and Jeff Besos, Bill Gates and others from the tech realm topping the most richest people in the world, Technology is actually holding up the stock market right now.
Social Media Is Becoming a Tool for Propaganda, Pushing Towards the Extremes
Episode 1722
Leo says that because Social Media algorithms are designed to keep followers engaged, the various platforms are actually becoming tools for propaganda (no matter which side of an issue you're on), pushing people towards extremes. Can we use our own common sense to avoid the trap while online? Leo says we can, but the algorithms are making it difficult.
What's a Good Solution for Wifi on the Road?
Episode 1721
Ken fromKen is starting a new business from his truck (he's a truck driver). Leo says it's amazing that he can make that kind of transition and do it from the road so easily. All he really needs to have is an idea and the gumption to make it a reality. There's no better time to do it. But Ken is worried about how consistent the internet access will be on the road since he'll need to access his data in the cloud. And what laptop and modem to buy for it?
Johnny Jet ... On Hold
Episode 1721
Johnny Jet put a flight reservation on hold this week to Florida after seeing the weather and the news a hurricane was coming. That's why he advises to always check with the Weather report in the area you're traveling to before booking.
In other travel news, Google Maps now gives up to the minute updates of the wildfires and will warn you with information on how to evacuate.
How Can I Increase the Range of My WiFi Router?
Episode 1721
G. Scott fromG. Scott calls back in to find out how to improve his WiFi Range around his land. His garage and shed are over 50 feet from the house. Leo says his favorite website for WiFi Antennas is RadioLabs.com. They sell WiFi equipment for that very need. And they aren't too expensive either. Would Mesh work? Leo says not really. Not for huge distances. It's more for coverage around the house where a satellite receiver can help in dead zones or congestion.
Johnny Jet... Blockin' the Middle
Episode 1719
Johnny Jet has a list of the best airlines to fly on if you have to fly during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Delta is number one, Southwest is number 2, then Jet Blue and Alaska Airlines. All because they block the center seat and board from the back of the plane. United gets an honorable mention because they use HEPA filters during boarding.
Should I keep FIOS for my internet?
Episode 1718
Dan fromDan's phone contract and his FIOS contract have both expired. So he's thinking what's next. Leo says that if you get good fiber speed, there's nothing faster. It really comes down to how much they charge for the speed you want. And then how much they say it is, vs. how much you are actually getting. $49 for 200MB down is not bad. Gigabit would be even better because it's symmetric (same up/down) for about $60 a month.
Is Amazon Photos Good for Storing Images in the Cloud?
Episode 1717
Al fromAl and his wife have decided to move everything up to the cloud and use a smaller Mac Air instead of his huge 27" iMac. He's uploaded everything up to Amazon. Will that be safe? Leo says it will, but it's a smart idea to have more than one backup option. Make a local backup copy and a second service in the cloud. Leo recommends Google Photos because it's free. If Al has iCloud, then he can turn on Cloud syncing and then sync them all. He can then optimize storage in Apple Photos and it'll eliminate the high res versions until he needs them, but he can still see them in Photos.
Johnny Jet and the Virtual Safari
Episode 1717
Johnny joins Leo to talk about traveling virtually. These days, there aren't a lot of places you can go to and it's safer to stay at home. But traveling virtually can be exciting.
