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Season 1

2004 · 89 episodes

  1. 1. 2.0 Episode 051

    2004-08-16 · 60m

    Andy gives an introduction to Bluetooth, Monica demonstrates "Veeper" animated images, and guest Mark Douglas showed off some X-Box mods. Calls were answered dealing with CD burning, game backups, problematic mice, and applications that wouldn't close.

  2. 2. 2.0 Episode 052

    2004-08-17 · 60m

    Monica shows some alternate mouse pointers, and Andy shows how to set up a home network. Leo answers calls about AMD speeds, screen savers, video cards, and programming on OS X.

  3. 3. 2.0 Episode 053

    2004-08-18 · 60m

    Looking at file sharing and some experimental food websites. Also, Amber MacArthur made her CFH debut with a Web Workshop that gives an introduction to blogging. Calls deal with LCD Monitors, Media Center software, web-based photo albums, reading Mac disks on Windows, and video cards.

  4. 4. 2.0 Episode 054

    2004-08-19 · 60m

    Monica looks at Firefox extensions, Andy explains Windows XP's System Restore, and calls are answered dealing with Wi-Fi ranges, Microsoft .NET, networking Windows and Mac machines, monitor problems, and DVD authoring.

  5. 5. 2.0 Episode 055

    2004-08-20 · 60m

    Andy demonstrates Windows' Disk Cleanup, Monica shows how to erase Internet Browsing history, and guest John Christopher talks about hard drive recovery. Calls deal with hard drives, faxing drawings, virus protection, and Windows/OS X compatibility.

  6. 6. 2.0 Episode 056

    2004-08-23 · 60m

    Andy explains SP2, and Monica looks again at Firefox extensions. Guest Mark Douglas looks at PVR alternatives, and Leo answers calls dealing with online video, DVD recording, Windows errors, and the Windows welcome screen.

  7. 7. 2.0 Episode 057

    2004-08-24 · 60m

    Andy talks cell phones, and Monica looks at some more Firefox extensions. Guest Amber MacArthur gives a basic intro to finding a domain name and starting up a web site. Calls deal with spyware, web-page compatibility, the iPod Mini, and the default directory in Windows Explorer.

  8. 8. 2.0 Episode 058

    2004-08-25 · 60m

    Andy discusses drivers, Monica looks at bored.com, and guest Marcel Gagne talks Linux. Callers ask about file sorting, Windows Explorer's default directory, Z-Modem protocols, and dying laptop batteries.

  9. 9. 2.0 Episode 059

    2004-08-26 · 60m

    Andy talks about cleaning up liquid spills around computers, and Monica looks at a PC diagnostic program, and Guest John Christopher shares some hard drive horror stories. Calls deal with digital cameras, Linux on a Mac, and if moving from XP Home to Professional is worth it.

  10. 10. 2.0 Episode 060

    2004-08-27 · 60m

    Andy looks at TV on the PC, Monica discusses Winamp, and guest Jim Sanderson demonstrates some Word customisations. Callers ask about PDA's, using Wi-Fi on an iBook, programs that can't be removed, and file sharing between computers with Windows.

  11. 12. 2.0 Episode 062

    2004-08-31 · 60m

    Andy explains networking over power lines, and Monica runs through some online image storage sites. Guest Sean Carruthers shows off some MP3 players, and Leo answers calls dealing with iTunes, comparisons between audio files, video editing software, and removing DRM from .wma files.

  12. 13. 2.0 Episode 063

    2004-09-01 · 60m

    Andy demonstrates the use of a mobile phone as a wireless modem, and Monica looks at some online virus scanners. Guest and Web Specialist Amber MacArthur talks about HTML editors, and Leo answers calls asking about remote PC access, getting WMA onto a Mac, sharing Outlook inboxes between users, and the space needed for defragging.

  13. 14. 2.0 Episode 064

    2004-09-02 · 60m

    Andy shows how to add more RAM, Monica looks at places to make friends online, and CFH's Office expert Jim Sanderson talks about Powerpoint. Calls deal with the integrity of data moving around the world, Linux for a beginner, finding old arcade ROMs, and problems downloading .zip files in IE.

  14. 15. 2.0 Episode 065

    2004-09-07 · 60m

    Monica introduces bitTorrent, Andy looks at home network troubleshooting, and guest Amber MacArthur goes over some HTML basics. Calls deal with Wi-Fi standards, setting up Linux on a Mac, alternatives to Norton, and using RAM disks.

  15. 16. 2.0 Episode 066

    2004-09-08 · 60m

    Andy talks about defragmenting, Monica looks at metroblogging, and guest Greg Danbrooke demonstrates retouching in Photoshop. Callers ask about Firefox compatability, mouse problems, the need to enter a password in Windows XP, monitoring network bandwidth, and hard drive drivers.

  16. 17. 2.0 Episode 067

    2004-09-09 · 60m

    Andy talks firewalls, Monica shows off hello.com, and guest Heather McBurney gives some Powerpoint tips. Leo answers calls about synching email and calendars over a home network, mp3 ripping, boot CDs, sound cards, and making the move to Mac.

  17. 18. 2.0 Episode 068

    2004-09-13 · 60m

    Andy looks at some software that protects your keyboard from your cat, and Monica looks at an animated character maker. Guest Amber MacArthur gives some basic web design tips. Leo answers questions asking about storing digital photos, differences between Office for Windows and Mac, sychronising email and contacts between computers, updating pirated versions of Windows, and getting the internet to work after upgrading to XP.

  18. 19. 2.0 Episode 069

    2004-09-14 · 60m

    Andy reviews some SPOT watches, Monica looks at audio file converters, and guest Greg Danbrooke explains layers in Photoshop. Questions deal with repairing XP, getting around Macrovision protection, upgrading a gaming machine, backing up to CD, and the importance of XP SP2.

  19. 20. 2.0 Episode 070

    2004-09-15 · 60m

    Andy gives some "emergency Windows tricks", Monica looks at the top IM clients, and CFH's Linux Guru Marcel Gagne gives gives some software suggestions for making the Windows-to-Linux transition easier. Calls deal with hard drive formatting, upgrading from ME to XP, putting video on a website, and IE errors.

  20. 22. 2.0 Episode 072

    2004-09-20 · 60m

    Andy looks at some software that can turn your PC into a karaoke machine, and Monica demos a device that helps manage your time. Guest Amber MacArthur shares some web usability tips, and Leo answers calls about DVD playback problems, media file conversion, slow network speeds, video editing, and recovering hard drive space.

  21. 23. 2.0 Episode 073

    2004-09-21 · 60m

    Monica looks at a fun website, Andy troubleshoots Wi-Fi, and guest Andrew Moore-Crispin looks at music mixers. Calls deal with Adware, borderless printing problems, wireless network range, sharing internet history, and a potential risk of laser pointers.

  22. 24. 2.0 Episode 074

    2004-09-22 · 60m

    Andy looks at SMS news updates, Monica looks at a site to help you find the cheapest gas, and Photoshop expert Greg Danbrooke demonstrates 3D Anaglyphs. Leo answers calls about Apple LCD's, restore discs, looking at IP addresses on a router, .ca domain names, and burning problems.

  23. 25. 2.0 Episode 075

    2004-09-27 · 60m

    Andy checks out some of SP2's updates, and Monica finds some online stress relief. Heather McBurney shows how to use Smart tags in Outlook. Leo answers calls about 64-bit computing, video card troubles, IE running slow, internet telephony, and web video.

  24. 26. 2.0 Episode 076

    2004-09-28 · 60m

    Andy looks at Windows Connect Now, Monica demonstrates a couple of Firefox extensions, and CFH's office expert Heather shows how to get row/column subtotals for spreadsheets. Leo answers calls about password protecting folders, remote PC access, firewalls, networking, and surge protection.

  25. 27. 2.0 Episode 077

    2004-09-29 · 60m

    Andy sends SMS from a PC, Monica looks at a directory of catchy advertising songs, and guest Amber MacArthur discusses web navigation. Calls deal with web design software, recording internet radio to .mp3, firewalls, installing software in XP, and anti-spyware.

  26. 28. 2.0 Episode 078

    2004-09-30 · 60m

    Andy looks at Wi-Fi security in SP2, Monica looks at a free online calendar, and guest Heather explains labels and automatic formatting in Outlook. Leo answers calls dealing with Windows activation, erasing data from USB drives, running multiple firewalls, automatic software installation, and preventing a PC from dialing out on its own.

  27. 29. 2.0 Episode 079

    2004-10-01 · 60m

    Monica looks at more Firefox extensions, Andy shows how to share printers over networks. CFH's Photoshop expert looks at the liquify feature, and Leo answers more viewer calls.

  28. 30. 2.0 Episode 080

    2004-10-04 · 60m

    Some email-related Firefox extensions from Monica, while Andy looks at the advantages of USB security keys. Leo answers calls about DivX encoding problems, cost-effective computer parts, AirSnare in the workplace, PVRs, and the dependability of AVG anti-virus.

  29. 31. 2.0 Episode 081

    2004-10-06 · 60m

    Andy shows off some software that can recover data from scratched CD's, and new co-host Amber looks at the best workout-friendly mp3 players. Guest Bill Jelen introduces pivot tables in Excel, and calls deal with personalised menus, removing Windows updates, LCD screen resolutions, sharing email between user accounts, and file sharing between Mac and PC.

  30. 32. 2.0 Episode 082

    2004-10-07 · 60m

    Andy gives some spyware removal tips, Amber presents some simple ways to improve your internet searching, and Leo answers calls about doing a clean install of XP, problems with Windows Update, overclocking a video card, facing a monitor in a certain direction, and choosing the right hardware for a PC.

  31. 33. 2.0 Episode 083

    2004-10-11 · 60m

    Andy discusses some of XP's backup options, and Amber looks at some autumn-themed sites. Calls deal with disk defragging, user account types in XP, gaming performance issues, cheap web hosting options, and VoIP.

  32. 34. 2.0 Episode 084 - Learning all those processes

    2004-10-12 · 60m

    Andy looks at the processes tab in the task manager, Amber discusses the best way to link, and Leo answers calls about power setting in XP, mysterious reboots, Bluetooth, flash memory, and creating images of a hard drive.

  33. 35. 2.0 Episode 085 - Track your health online

    2004-10-15 · 60m

    Andy explains the workings of CD burners. Amber finds a website that allows you to keep track of your health and fitness. Calls deal with USB radio receivers, connecting two machines by their parallel ports, broken Photo Wizards, using Perl in Windows 2000, and software equalisers.

  34. 39. 2.0 Episode 089

    2004-10-27 · 60m

    Anti-Spyware Primer, Playlists to Suit Your Mood

  35. 40. 2.0 Episode 090

    2004-10-28 · 60m

    Pumpkin Pie Partitions, Crafty Jack-O-Lanterns

  36. 42. 2.0 Episode 092

    2004-11-02 · 60m

    Windows Portable Media Center, Get the Word Out Digitally

  37. 43. 2.0 Episode 093

    2004-11-03 · 60m

    How to Use Hijack This, Track Your Cashflow

  38. 44. 2.0 Episode 094

    2004-10-28 · 60m

    Pumpkin Pie Partitions, Crafty Jack-O-Lanterns

  39. 45. 2.0 Episode 095

    2004-11-08 · 60m

    USB Tough Test, Build a Simple Site Map, Answers to Your Questions.

  40. 46. 2.0 Episode 096

    2004-11-09 · 60m

    How to Optimize Windows XP, Quick Parenting Advice

  41. 47. 2.0 Episode 097

    2004-11-10 · 60m

    Record an MP3 file from an LP , Fear-free car shopping

  42. 48. 2.0 Episode 098

    2004-11-11 · 60m

    PCI Express and Intel 915 Chipset, Web Workshop Review

  43. 49. 2.0 Episode 099

    2004-11-15 · 60m

    Wi-Fi webcams, The ABCs of Apple Mail

  44. 50. 2.0 Episode 100

    2004-11-16 · 60m

    More Windows XP Optimization Tips, Take live yoga classes online

  45. 51. 2.0 Episode 101

    2004-11-17 · 60m

    How to put music files on MP3 player, Give your time - volunteer online

  46. 53. 2.0 Episode 103

    2004-11-22 · 60m

    How an Inkjet Printer Works, Personalize your Mac

  47. 54. 2.0 Episode 104

    2004-11-23 · 60m

    MAC address filtering, Go organic on the go

  48. 56. 2.0 Episode 106

    2004-11-25 · 60m

    Projection TV Buyer's Guide, Web Workshop Review

  49. 57. 2.0 Episode 107

    2004-11-29 · 60m

    Panasonic's PVR, Mac keyboard shortcuts

  50. 58. 2.0 Episode 108

    2004-11-30 · 60m

    Rip audio files from CDs, Safe Web surfing and shopping

  51. 59. 2.0 Episode 109

    2004-12-01 · 60m

    PCI Express Primer, Safe Web surfing and shopping

  52. 60. 2.0 Episode 110

    2004-12-02 · 60m

    VHS to DVD conversion, Get to know your dock

  53. 61. 2.0 Episode 111

    2004-12-06 · 60m

    Digital camera buying primer, Make friends in the iPod Lounge!

  54. 64. 2.0 Episode 114

    2004-12-13 · 60m

    Gadgets for Guys, Great gift ideas for gals!

  55. 65. 2.0 Episode 115

    2004-12-14 · 60m

    Stocking stuffers, Great gift ideas for kids!

  56. 66. 2.0 Episode 116

    2004-12-15 · 60m

    Andy's Wishlist, What Amber wants for Christmas

  57. 67. 2.0 Episode 117

    2004-12-16 · 60m

    Gadgets for Geeks, Santa's Web Workshop, Sending holiday greetings online

  58. 68. 2.0 Episode 118

    2004-12-18 · 60m

    Lazy Man's Xmas Shopping, Take your kids to the North Pole!

  59. 69. 2.0 Episode 119

    2004-12-27 · 60m

    Demystifying megapixels, Online tips for sleeping in airports!

  60. 70. 2.0 Episode 120

    2004-12-28 · 60m

    Cover your tracks in XP, Web Workshop Review, Ron Berard's Astrophotography Review

  61. 71. 2.0 Episode 121

    2004-12-29 · 60m

    Belkin Pre-N kicks wireless butt, Make cheap gifts with unique twists

  62. 72. 2.0 Episode 122

    2004-12-30 · 60m

    Cover your Web tracks with IE, Web Workshop Review - Sydney Tar Ponds Review

  63. 73. 2.0 Episode 123

    2004-12-31 · 60m

    Command Line Secrets, Web Workshop - Vernon Search and Rescue Review

  64. 74. 2.0 Episode 124

    2005-01-03 · 60m

    How to Remotely Access Your Computer, Tide Stain Detective

  65. 75. 2.0 Episode 125

    2005-01-04 · 60m

    Be a do-gooder with your PC, Make a mini movie in five minutes

  66. 76. 2.0 Episode 126

    2005-01-05 · 60m

    Customize your system shutdown, Find the best skinny recipes online

  67. 77. 2.0 Episode 127

    2005-01-06 · 60m

    Make phone calls with your PC, Great Web tips for road trips

  68. 79. 2.0 Episode 129

    2005-01-10 · 60m

    Troubleshooting Shutdown in XP, Excel-erate your workout miles

  69. 80. 2.0 Episode 130

    2005-01-11 · 60m

    Webcam with MSN Messenger, Email money transfer

  70. 81. 2.0 Episode 131

    2005-01-12 · 60m

    Record Streaming Audio, Online book club

  71. 82. 2.0 Episode 132

    2005-01-14 · 60m

    Quick Launch Bar, iSight and iChat for video chats

  72. 83. 2.0 Episode 133

    2005-01-17 · 60m

    BIOS Primer, Web Workshop Review

  73. 84. 2.0 Episode 134

    2005-01-18 · 60m

    Record streaming video to your PC, Share home videos with the world

  74. 85. 2.0 Episode 135

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  75. 86. 2.0 Episode 136

    2005-01-21 · 60m

    How to update your BIOS, Web Workshop Review

  76. 87. 2.0 Episode 137

    2005-01-24 · 60m

    Make Your Own RingTone, Custom CD covers

  77. 88. 2.0 Episode 138

    2005-01-25 · 60m

    VOIP Home Phones, Speak French with simple software

  78. 89. 2.0 Episode 139

    2005-01-26 · 60m

    Change the boot sequence on your PC, Web Workshop Review

  79. 90. 2.0 Episode 140

    2005-01-28 · 60m

    VHS/DVD Recorders, Get groovy hairstyles online

  80. 91. 2.0 Episode 141

    2005-02-03 · 60m

    The world's biggest plasma TV at CES, Hip and hot music madness at CES!, Desktop X

  81. 92. 2.0 Episode 142

    2005-02-08 · 60m

    Tech-savvy Valentine's Gifts for Men, Web tips for a romantic Valentine's Day dinner, ISO Recorder

  82. 93. 2.0 Episode 143

    2005-02-09 · 60m

    Microsoft Anti-Spyware Beta, Read with your ears!, LogMeIn

  83. 94. 2.0 Episode 144

    2005-02-10 · 60m

    Bandwidth explained, Web Workshop - Kincardine Summer Music Festival, Calculate your costs!

  84. 95. 2.0 Episode 145

    2005-02-04 · 60m

    Cell phone accessories gone wild, Tiny and trendy camcorders, Yahoo Desktop Search

  85. 96. 2.0 Episode 146

    2005-02-16 · 60m

    Norton SystemWorks 2005: An ok buy, How to organize your chaotic life, Virtue

  86. 97. 2.0 Episode 147

    2005-02-17 · 60m

    Laptop Desk Test, Web Workshop - Paddlewheelers Lions Club, PC Aligner

  87. 98. 2.0 Episode 148

    2005-02-28 · 60m

    Attack of the killer data packets, Web Workshop - Zunior, WinPatrol

  88. 99. 2.0 Episode 149

    2005-03-01 · 60m

    Get to your email from anywhere in the world, How to plan your wedding online, Read thousands of news headlines at once!

  89. 100. 2.0 Episode 150

    2005-03-02 · 60m

    Do it yourself freebie PC fix-it software suite, Turn your favourite photos into pop art!, Get free Mac software to find your flicks

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