With the advancement of computerisation, robotics, the Internet, and now AI how secure is your job and career? In this show we explore the impact of robotics on manufacturing roles, and with the rampant progress of AI what jobs are most likely to be “growth” and sadly what roles will experience huge decline. Nationally industries, and the resulting jobs and roles, are changing at an ever increasing rate with predictions for between 40% and 75% of the workforce to be impacted by AI now anticipated!

I’m addicted to technology... a cyberholic! There, I’ve said it. What makes a cyberholic addict? How much time each day do you spend in front of a screen? How much time is wasteful? What steps can you take to reduce the time spent and increase your productivity, enjoyment and quality of life? If you are also addicted, or know someone who spends more time on the internet than anything else each day then this podcast may be your first step to recovery!

An introduction to the emerging and dynamic world of wearable technology. Smart watches, fitness bands and fitness rings are revolutionising how technology can aid your fitness and wellbeing. What are they? How do they work? How much do they cost? What’s the best option for you, and do they replace visiting your doctor? Listen on!

Fake News... misinformation and disinformation is now considered one of the greatest global risks. What is Fake News? What impact is it having in our lives and society? What role has social media played in its prevalence? How to minimize its impact?... and steps available to maximise your access to genuine news.

When visiting folks in the neighbourhood to help them with their technology needs and issues, certain questions invariably arise. This show provides a brief overview of three common topics... “what printer should I buy?”... “what internet service do I need”, and “will AI destroy the world!” This Q&A session explores these topics.

Following the three-part series on social media broadcast in May we take a closer look at the impact smartphones, and especially accessing social media, are having on our tamariki. With these technologies approaching only 20 years of existence evidence is now available as to the potential negatives our tamariki are increasingly exposed to. What can parents and family do? What precautions are schools, software companies, and governments now taking to minimise potential threats to the well-being of our tamariki? A warning that some of the content may be raising concerns.

Following last week’s show that highlighted the opportunities that smartphones now provide for taking photos and videos and sharing them globally, this show reviews how cameras have rapidly developed over the past 20 years since the introduction of digital photography, and how modern personal computers have revolutionised how we store, edit and share our photographs. For those considering adopting photography as a hobby, or potentially a career, directions are offered as to how best to progress.

Modern technology has revolutionised how we capture and utilise images. Whether taking photos, creating videos, or simply indulging in a “selfie” just about every teenager and adult now embrace images as part of their daily life. They have the technology in their pocket! Its impact on the world especially via the social media industry and even finding one’s perfect partner is explored in this show.

When it comes to personal productivity software it’s a mighty heavyweight fight between using Microsoft Office/365 or Google Workspace. Both are used by billions of computer users! Your PC skills, experience and budget may dictate which products to use; however this show highlights the benefits and differences between these excellent software applications and working environments. Which one is best for you....

When looking to buy a new computer consider which of five user types you belong to! If you are a casual, regular or active user then there is a fascinating alternative to investing in a new Windows or Apple computer. Chromebooks provide many benefits including security, ease of set-up and use, automatic storage of all of your work in the cloud... and they are incredibly inexpensive!

With Microsoft’s Windows 10 now being obsoleted, computer users are faced with a major decision... Whether to do nothing, upgrade their PC to Windows 11, purchase a new PC, or perhaps wait for Windows 12 to be introduced! This show reviews all the major issues and opportunities and provides a brief overview as to how to go about purchasing a new device.

A perspective on one of the most beneficial aspects of owning a PC... being able to backup and secure your data! We take a look at how this has been undertaken since PC’s first became popular, and how “cloud” based backups have become incredibly popular regardless of what computer you use. We review four of the most popular services, examine the benefits of using cloud services, provide an overview of where your data may be located, and briefly examine how to go about building a modern data centre.

In this Q & A session we cover three neat topics. Firstly a review of QR codes... what are they, how to use them, and what are the benefits. Secondly a perspective on Skype, truly a revolutionary application that is now sadly being obsoleted. Thirdly a review of the Google Lens application - what it is, how to use it, and a review of the many benefits.

To celebrate the show’s 25th anniversary (weeks, not years!) a review of what the show is endeavouring to achieve, what topics have been presented, a bit of a review as to Steve Green’s background, and an outline as to how computers have, and continue to, change our lives... hopefully making them more enjoyable, creative and informative.

An overview of the emerging digital books industry. We review leading eReader devices from Kindle & Kobo, current digital trends, how you order and download eBooks, the benefits of eBooks over paper books, how to access eBooks on PC’s and tablets, accessing your local library’s digital books and magazines, and how much do eReaders and digital books cost. A report based on this show is available via email: strandonsteve@gmail.com

In this final part of my series on the introduction to social media we promote a guide as to how best to use a social media site and how to minimise potential problems and issues. We then focus on the many and serious challenges facing children and offer guidance as to how governments, parents, schools and industry bodies can help us navigate through these issues. To receive a free digital copy of my special report covering the three shows, just email me at strandonsteve@gmail.com

In this show we focus on the major aspects of utilising social media services, Firstly, how do they attract you using their services and maximise the time you devote to them. Secondly, what are the genuine risks associated with you becoming a social media junkie!

It's everywhere, and the most controversial aspect of modern technology. This three-part series addresses key aspects of social media; part one including history, major players, global statistics, and how do social media companies make money. Whether you are already using social media or just about to start, this guide is for you.

Welcome to the sad world of scams! What are they? How can you avoid them? How can you recover from scams? Most people who fell for scams suspected something was wrong at the time.... does this include you?

To celebrate the 100th birthday of televisions, a review of their development over the past century - resulting in an overview of modern TVs - "smart TVs". How they work, and how do you access services, movies & TV programs via the internet "streaming".