The Personal Computer Radio Show - 11.15.17

Personal Computer Show

Wednesday, November 15th 2017 Broadcast

PRN.fm on the INTERNET 6:00 PM ET

 

HEADLINE NEWS

1. Microsoft Will End Final Free Windows 10 Upgrade Program On December 31
2. Windows 10 Adds Anti-Ransomware Feature in Fall Update
3. Driverless Shuttle Gets Hit By A Truck During Its Debut Ride In Las Vegas
4. Researchers Use Aluminum Foil to Boost Wi-Fi Performance
5. Security software Enigma lost legal battle against antivirus maker Malwarebytes
6. T-Mobile's gigabit network push reaches 430 markets in US

FEATURE SEGMENTS

Wearable and Health Technology – Dr Alfred Poor

• sensors in a mesh network for worker safety at construction sites
• a sensor vest to diagnose pneumonia in small children
• a smartphone app and device to test children’s vision at home

From the Workbench – Hank Kee

• The Disappearing Digital Compact Cameras
• Where Are the STEM Jobs?

Home Automation – Marty Winston

• Hacker gifts