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Category5.TV E113

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:46:42 +0000

Category5.TV E111

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:32:03 +0000

Interview with Ed Lin, the business development manager at MaxMind, about GeoIP IP Geolocation Technology. Taking a look at Ubuntu 9.10 and a glimpse at Ubuntu One cloud software on Karmic Koala.

Category5.TV E110

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:35:35 +0000

Robbie's "cousin" Billy-Bob hosts this special Halloween episode of Category5.TV. Discussing the new handsfree law for Ontario drivers, and why the Aliph Jawbone is perhaps the best option. Saying a final farewell to Geocities. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E109

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:08:03 +0000

Guest co-host Bekah Ferguson joins us as we take a look at Twitter's new fundraiser: selling Pinot Noir for literacy. We also answer a handful of viewer questions that arrived by email, and take care of those who posted questions in the chat room. This was a special pre-recorded episode as Bekah & Robbie celebrate their 8th wedding anniversary the night of the broadcast.

Category5.TV E108

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:49:12 +0000

A plethora of viewer questions are answered on this special live episode of Category5 Technology TV.

Category5.TV E107

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 02:21:49 +0000

Blocking porn across your entire network using the free OpenDNS service.

Category5.TV E106

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 03:34:51 +0000

Learn how Parity works to protect your data in parity-based arrays such as unRAID, with host Robbie Ferguson.

Category5.TV E105

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 03:00:49 +0000

Our 2 year anniversary special.

Category5.TV E104

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:21:52 +0000

Reviewing one week with unRAID and answering viewer questions.

Category5.TV E103

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 12:27:13 +0000

Category5.TV E102

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:15:41 +0000

Gmail down for nearly a day, and how to prepare yourself in case it happens again. Redundant data storage for cheap. Make a Windows/Linux/Mac-compatible font file from your own handwriting. For free.

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Category5.TV E099

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:52:32 +0000

Category5.TV E098

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 11:12:29 +0000

Category5.TV E097

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 12:05:09 +0000

Category5.TV E096

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 11:34:12 +0000

Category5.TV E095

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:27:27 +0000

Category5.TV E094

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:13:01 +0000

Category5.TV E093

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:57:07 +0000

Category5.TV E092

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:53:16 +0000

Reviewing and demonstrating the brand new $99 "Eyeball" from Blue Microphones; a 1280x1024 webcam with CD-quality audio which works on Linux, Windows and Mac with no setup required. Carrie's is leaving Category5 TV as co-host. This special episode looks back at some of her best moments over the past several months. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E091

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:43:50 +0000

Robbie and Carrie answer viewer questions about Linux and other technologies. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E089

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 11:42:29 +0000

Category5.TV E088

Thu, 28 May 2009 11:07:51 +0000

Category5.TV E087

Fri, 22 May 2009 23:58:03 +0000

Category5.TV E086

Wed, 13 May 2009 10:49:49 +0000

Robbie takes a sneak peak at Windows 7 and shows you how to get your own copy of the OS for one year, absolutely free. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E085

Wed, 06 May 2009 11:00:27 +0000

Updating VirtualBox to the latest version using either the .DEB package or the Sun repositories. Talking about the new Star Trek movie. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E084

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:14:30 +0000

Fixing the Flash plugin on Ubuntu Jaunty Jackalope. Robbie renovates the studio. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E083

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:21:47 +0000

Robbie demonstrates upgrading Ubuntu Intrepid Ibex to Jaunty Jackalope (8.10 to 9.04) without reinstalling. What potential problems might you encounter with Flash plugin and VirtualBox? This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E082

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 11:04:26 +0000

Continuing our series on desktop virtualization, Robbie shows how to make a copy of our Windows XP virtual machine hard drive so that we can mount it in a new virtual machine without having to reinstall Windows XP. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E081

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 10:31:39 +0000

Actor Reuben Langdon (Chris Redfield, Resident Evil 5) joins us to discuss the outstanding progression of motion capture videography and how it is impacting video games and movies. Continuing our series on desktop virtualization, Robbie shows how to install Guest Additions (virtual hardware drivers) in our Windows XP virtual machine. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E080

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 11:29:03 +0000

Continuing our series on desktop virtualization, Robbie will show you how to build your first virtual machine and install Windows XP. Also: the fear surrounding the Conficker C virus, how to protect yourself, and how to remove it if you're already infected. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E079

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 11:22:09 +0000

Learn the advantages to desktop virtualization. Obtain and install a working version of VirtualBox (non-OSE) on your Ubuntu Linux system. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E078

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 22:40:07 +0000

Carrie pays a surprise visit. Robbie shows how to create PDF documents on Windows, Linux and Mac OS X using free tools; no having to buy Acrobat. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E077

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 11:16:39 +0000

Robbie discusses these sneaky spam email that are meant to obtain our personal information, and explains how forwarding email using BCC protects your friends, but exposes you. A lot of viewer questions again this week, so the topics are many. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E076

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 02:08:03 +0000

For this episode, we go deep into the Category5 mail bag and answer a bunch of viewer questions about their computers. Carrie says farewell for the next couple months as she takes on her clinical placement on Tuesdays until late May. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E075

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 21:21:09 +0000

Robbie takes a look at ubuntu-tweak; a GUI application that lets us customize the look, feel and features of our Ubuntu desktop. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E074

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 17:33:07 +0000

Robbie and Carrie talk to Mia at St. John Ambulance to relieve you of your fear of the defibrillator. Learn how it works, and how easy it is to potentially save a life. Special guest co-host, Christy Burton. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E073

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 13:58:34 +0000

Carrie continues her lessons on how to blog using Joomla, and you can learn along with her how to manipulate your photos and post them in your blog entries. Robbie introduces you to a cool gnome-terminal replacement with tabs and panes. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E072

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 19:36:34 +0000

Robbie demonstrates how you can use an Ubuntu Live CD (which is available as a free download) to recover files from a corrupt, infected or problematic Windows partition. Carrie begins her lessons on how to blog using Joomla, and you can learn along with her about sections, categories, and posting your first blog entry. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E071

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 16:21:46 +0000

Part four of our data backup series: Robbie demonstrates Windows Vista's built in backup automation software. Robbie's Favorites: XE.com currency converter service. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E070

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 13:09:18 +0000

Part three of our data backup series: Tyler shows us how to conduct backups on Mac OS X Leopard using Time Machine. Robbie's Favorites: Google. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E069

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 13:47:08 +0000

Part two of our data backup series: Robbie demonstrates a very sleek rsync-based GUI backup system for Ubuntu Linux. Robbie's Favorites: Happy News. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E068

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:18:41 +0000

Part one of our data backup series: Robbie looks at the basics of good backup practice, and demonstrates how to back up your most critical files in Windows XP. Robbie's Favorites: An easy way to determine if that web site is down for everyone, or just you. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E067

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 18:01:47 +0000

A glimpse at the Linux operating system Fedora 10. Robbie's Favorites: Snopes.com for all your email scam and urban legend needs. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV e066

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:53:23 +0000

Adding a true Ubuntu installation (not Wubi) to your Windows XP computer without losing XP - Part 3. Understanding what a codec is, and then installing them in either Linux or Windows. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E065

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 05:59:02 +0000

Part 2 of our feature on how to add a true Ubuntu installation (not Wubi) to your Windows XP computer without losing XP. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered.

Category5.TV E064

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:00:19 +0000

An interview with Ubuntu founder, Mark Shuttleworth.
Robbie's favorite web site for desktop wallpaper.
Announcing the winners of the Jawbone Bluetooth Giveaway.

This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E063

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:12:54 +0000

Dual-booting Ubuntu on a Windows XP computer. Ripping DVD to video files in Linux with the new Handbrake 0.9.3 GUI. Observing the constellations via your computer. Why Ubuntu's automatic update feature is better than Microsoft Windows Update. Adding widgets to your Ubuntu desktop. Giving away free Jawbone Bluetooth headsets. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E062

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:38:58 +0000

Introducing the new IRC chat room. CD burning with Brasero and K3b in Ubuntu. Listening to Internet radio on a non-internet device such as MP3 player. Giving away free Jawbone Bluetooth headsets. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E061

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:27:14 +0000

Tweaking Compiz Fusion the way you like in Ubuntu Intrepid. Is the radiation from a Bluetooth headset dangerous to your health? Virginia Jamieson from Aliph joins us in studio. Giving away free Jawbone Bluetooth headsets. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E060

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 03:52:52 +0000

Dealing with a couple of potential issues you might encounter with a fresh installation of Ubuntu Intrepid. How to make the "new" Hotmail work in Ubuntu Linux. Giving away free Jawbone Bluetooth headsets. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E059

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 03:12:11 +0000

Talking about the new features in Ubuntu 8.10 Intrepid Ibex. Looking at the PurTEK Big Button Emergency Phone. Announcing our Christmas giveaways. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E058

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 03:59:06 +0000

Looking at the evolution of "new media" into pocket-sized TVs. Also checking out an under-water video camera and a quick look at Ubuntu 8.10 Intrepid Ibex, which is released in two days. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E057

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 02:19:51 +0000

Obtaining and installing Joomla! on your web server. Demonstrating the Sansa Fuze multimedia device. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E056

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:14:54 +0000

Liquid cooling for your PC. From installation to application. Is it really better than the fan solution? Featuring Thermaltake's Bigwater 780e Liquid Cooling All-In-One. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E055

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 03:02:50 +0000

A look at the new MFC-6490cw all-in-one business printer from Brother, and lots of viewer questions. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E054

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:23:26 +0000

An interview with the Business Director of Panda Security Canada, and an offer to try the business protection products absolutely free for 3 months. The grand prize drawing in the Entropia Universe Scavenger Hunt. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E053

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 01:49:15 +0000

Celebrating one year on the air with Category5 Technology TV. A special live broadcast before an in-studio audience, looking back on the past year of broadcasting.

Category5.TV E052

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 06:13:26 +0000

Looking at the basics of The GiMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program), a free alternative to Adobe Photoshop. Also introducing the Entropia Universe Scavenger Hunt. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E051

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 14:17:28 +0000

A general introduction to the Ubuntu desktop Linux interface (for Windows users), and checking in on Robbie's progress in Entropia Universe. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E050

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:43:56 +0000

A sneak peek at the 2009 line of protection products from Panda Security, and checking in on Robbie's progress in Entropia Universe. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E049

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:38:05 +0000

A live interview with John Bates (Entropia Universe) and introducing a sub-$300 video projector. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E048

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:49:05 +0000

DeVeDe 3.10. Burning movie DVDs from your AVI/MP4/MPG/etc. videos in Ubuntu Linux. Welcoming our new co-host, Carrie Webb. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E047

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:36:38 +0000

Eighteen Linux Games in Synaptic. Demonstrating 18 awesome games that are freely available in Ubuntu Linux using Synaptic Package Manager. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E046

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:36:24 +0000

Spotmau PowerSuite Professional 2008. Taking a look at Spotmau PowerSuite -- an all-in-one boot CD for Windows users which helps you repair your faulty Windows system. Also, how to install Xubuntu into Ubuntu Linux and swap between them. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E045

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:36:08 +0000

Miro and Elisa Media Center. Connecting Miro Internet TV to your Elisa Media Center installation so that you can watch your favorite vodcasts / video podcasts directly within EMC. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E044

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:48:48 +0000

Jawbone 2. Featuring the second-generation Jawbone bluetooth headset. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E043

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:47:41 +0000

Thermaltake Xaser VI PC Chassis. Featuring special guest, David Smith (DA Smith Consulting, Toronto, Ontario). Looking at the Xaser VI computer chassis from Thermaltake. It's huge, feature-packed, and gorgeous. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E042

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:49:38 +0000

The Basics of Synergy. A look at the basic configuration of Synergy; letting you connect one keyboard and mouse to two computers with separate displays (like a multi-monitor setup, but with two computers). Also, an introduction to PlayOnLinux; a wine derivitive that lets us easily install Windows games and office applications on our Linux computer--and it's free! This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E041

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:49:58 +0000

Enemy Territory: Quake Wars. Taking a good look at Enemy Territory: Quake Wars, the followup video game to Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory. Also learning to manually adjust your nVidia GPU fan's speed in Ubuntu Linux. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E040

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:50:19 +0000

Thermaltake Power Supplies. How to generate permalinks for content in Joomla. Why you should never buy (or sell) 'el cheapo' PC power supplies, featuring Thermaltake's Purepower 430W, TR2-550W and Toughpower Cable Management 850W power supplies. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E039

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:50:39 +0000

Blogging for Free with Joomla! From downloading the component to configuring your users: how to setup Blogging features in the Joomla! content management system. Also, a review of the HoMedics iCush 100 seat cover with audio sync technology. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E038

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:50:52 +0000

Logitech Wave Keyboard. Reviewing the Logitech Wave Keyboard(tm), the most comfortable ergonomic keyboard ever developed. Also how to repartition your harddrive using free software without losing your data, and fixing the fact that Ubuntu does not have a way to change the settings for your screensavers. This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).

Category5.TV E037

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:51:05 +0000

Elisa Media Center. Making Windows XP look and feel more beautiful. Taking a look at Elisa Media Center: an incredible and powerful free program for Windows and Linux (Mac version is coming too). This is a one-hour live show that also answers viewer questions, so a lot of topics are covered within the show. See the page for all topics covered (there's a list on the site).