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Reconsidering My Back Up Strategy in 2024 – HGG624

This week, I share my journey in questioning my personal data management, spurred by an unexpected failure of my Morrow Data Box. This experience pushed me to prioritize valuable data and confront the issue of digital hoarding, leading to the deletion of outdated files and a streamlined approach to storage as well as some price… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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Marv Bee with Old School Home Server Chat and are Expensive Earbuds Really Worth it? – HGG623

Marv Bee joined me this week as we discussed backup solutions, with Jim considering using a Synology box to access data on Backblaze B2. Marv recommends Synology for its performance and ease of use. We also compare earbuds, with Marv finding Apple's wired earbuds as good as Bose's wireless ones. Finally, we discussed the cost-effectiveness… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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Christian Johnson with the Effects of CrowdStrike and Software Reliability – HGG622

Christian Johnson joins me this week as we talk about home technology trends, starting with seasonal changes and their effects on our gardens. We discuss AI's role in enhancing podcast show notes and dive into cybersecurity, highlighting a recent CrowdStrike incident that underscores software reliability issues. As Christian prepares for fatherhood, we look forward to… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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Jay Franze with Listener Emails, HVAC Options, StreamYard Replacements and NiceHash – HGG621

Jay Franze is my guest this week. We talk about smart home technology and the benefits of energy-efficient gadgets, particularly in air conditioning. We share personal experiences with DIY home wiring, weighing the pros and cons of tackling electrical projects. We dive into the latest trends in streaming services, discussing the recent StreamYard acquisition and… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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TJ Huddleston with Smart Lighting, Garden Irrigation and His Home Automation Journey – HGG620

T.J. Huddleston from HomeTech.fm returns to discuss his latest home automation projects. He shares insights on adaptive lighting systems that enhance comfort and energy efficiency and explores smart irrigation techniques using the Aquaflower device. T.J. highlights the importance of outdoor automation, including smart outdoor fans, and addresses ongoing electrical upgrades with Emporia Energy for monitoring… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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The Rise of Personal AI Assistants: How Everyday Users Are Benefiting

Everyone and their mother has a personal AI assistant these days. Even if you don’t use yours, it’s there—sitting on your smartphone, just waiting for you to ask it something.  These AI assistants could be your best friend or your worst enemy—it all depends on how you use them. Here’s what you need to know about them and how they’re changing the way we live life!  What are AI Assistants?  AI assistants are software programs that use artificial intelligence to help you complete tasks or find information. Personal AI assistants use modern technologies like machine learning and natural language processing

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