Ask The Tech Guy (Vintage) (Audio)

Are you getting bad connections on your Zoom meetings over WiFi? Leo Laporte explains how you can get a more reliable internet connection by using MoCA (or Ethernet over Coax ((EoC)) and Powerline Network Adapters to extend your wired network throughout your home. Wifi Analyzer: https://bit.ly/2IFp9QL TP-Link AV2000 Powerline Adapter: https://amzn.to/2UxUsQ2 Actiontec MoCA 2.5 Network Adapter: https://amzn.to/3kCpJvM Token Ring Networks image by Em.andersson (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0) https://bit.ly/3kCQIHm Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains why the easiest way to add a wireless intercom system to your home is through smart assistant speakers like the Google Nest Audio, Amazon Echo, and Apple HomePod. Get the Amazon Echo Dot: https://amzn.to/3p9DGol Get the Google Nest Mini: https://bhpho.to/2JSAcqf Get the Apple HomePod Mini: https://bhpho.to/3eEwQCC Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains how data files, like PDFs, can be a vector for malware or a virus to be installed on your computer and how you can view a malicious PDF safely. Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

Is Gmail's spam filter too aggressive and marking legitimate email as spam? Leo Laporte explains how to 'train' it to work better for you. Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

Is cellular data for home internet access a good alternative to traditional cable or DSL? Leo Laporte explains. Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains how to run Windows apps and programs on your Mac with virtual machines. VirtualBox: virtualbox.com VMware Fusion: https://www.vmware.com/products/fusion.html Parallels: https://www.parallels.com/ Docker Desktop: https://www.docker.com/products/docker-desktop Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains how to find out which network has better cell coverage for your area. PCMag - Fastest Mobile Networks 2020: https://www.pcmag.com/fastest-mobile-networks/2020 Opensignal: https://www.opensignal.com/ Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

In another back to basics episode, Leo Laporte explains the different types of keyboard switches and layouts to help you choose the right one for you. ClickyKeyboards: https://www.clickykeyboards.com/ Matias Keyboards: https://amzn.to/36cSStN Das Keyboard: https://amzn.to/3ihZV7a Find the right keyboard for you: https://my.lustre.ai/tvB4x Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains podcast directories like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts and how to manually add podcasts not listed to your favorite podcast app. Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

Leo Laporte explains what to look for when buying a replacement battery for your laptop or other devices. Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

Looking to set up a live stream with multiple cameras for your small church or home studio? Leo Laporte explains the basics of multi-cam live streaming. Canon VIXIA HF G10: https://amzn.to/3gKD4Ae Sony Alpha a7 IIK: https://amzn.to/34N8O5h Elgato Cam Link 4K: https://amzn.to/3lAunfu HDMI to USB 3.0 Capture: https://amzn.to/3jzcg7Z Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini: https://amzn.to/2Ge0FwG Mevo Start Live Event Camera: https://amzn.to/2EMVcwb Ecamm Live: https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/ OBS: Open Broadcaster Software: https://obsproject.com/ Restream.io: https://restream.io/ OneStream.live: https://onestream.live/ Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

What are the best internet options for RVers and others hitting the road? Leo Laporte explains. NETGEAR Nighthawk M1 Mobile Hotspot: https://amzn.to/2CZURFS Winegard PL-7000R DISH Playmaker: https://amzn.to/2QieGuY Winegard RZ-6000 Rayzar z1 RV TV Antenna: https://amzn.to/32kpJJR Find the right WiFi Hotspot for you: https://my.lustre.ai/wCU1F Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

What is the purpose of a graphics card or GPU in a computer? Leo Laporte explains. Find the right Graphics Card for you: https://my.lustre.ai/SieHM Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

Want to look your best on your next video call meeting? Leo Laporte explains how to best light for your webcam. Hands-On Photography #8: It's About The Light: http://twit.tv/hop8 Elgato Key Light: https://amzn.to/2FbUbhl Dazzne Desk Mount LED Video Light: https://amzn.to/2PCBZiM Find the right webcam for you: https://my.lustre.ai/RFaaI Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit

Looking to create a custom email address? Leo Laporte explains how to get a domain name and connect it with an email platform to make personalized email accounts. Disclosure: Hover is a TWiT Network sponsor (https://hover.com/twit) Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guy Sponsor: LastPass.com/twit