Original Airdate: March 8, 2008

On this episode of Dotto Tech, Steve demos the HP C6280. This little multi- functional printer has a dual layer paper tray, so you can have both photo paper and regular paper loaded at the same time. Now you won’t print your documents on your pricey glossy photo paper by mistake. 

Not sure if your computer is safe and secure? Steve shows us the ins and outs of Symantec’s latest version of Norton Internet Security. Prevent identity theft and stop those viruses before it starts. NIS is the security system that let’s you keep your computer clean, without you having to do all the dirty work. 

Original Airdate: January 26, 2008

Feeling overwhelmed with the task of maintaining & protecting your PC?  Steve will take you through Windows Live One Care, a new approach to protection for your computer that's more than just anti-virus software.  Windows Live OneCare will care for all your security and maintenance issues in one easy to manage, and easy to use convenient package.

Steve will also look at a few tools and techniques to help you increase your productivity.  He shows us the difference between the most common email technologies, demonstrates the advantages and disadvantages of such options as POP and web based mail, and helps us choose the best option for our particular lifestyle.  Once you have an email system in place, Steve walks you the next step, choosing a calendar and explains why you need to back it up.  

Original Airdate: November 3, 2007

This week Steve looks at the HP Pavilion HDX – a high end notebook that doubles as your home computer and entertainment centre. Steve also shows you Symantec’s new Norton 360, an integrated solution to keep your computer happy and healthy. Plus we look at Clarion's DXZ475MP stereo, which allows you to play your iPod tunes through your car speakers.

Epson Picture Mate

The Epson PictureMate is a compact and lightweight dedicated 4 x 6" photo printer that works with or without a personal computer. When connected to a computer it can be used with the supplied photo imaging software or any photo editing or graphics software of your choice. In standalone mode the PictureMate can make prints directly from most popular flash memory cards. It can also be connected to any PictBridge or USB Direct Print compatible digital camera. And you can also print wirelessly from cellphones and PDAs with the optional BlueTooth adapter.

Adobe Photoshop Elements

Adobe Photoshop Elements 3.0 is the heart of our show this week! Adobe has done an outstanding job of converting their professional application into an easy to use but comprehensive consumer product. The software provides powerful photo editing functionality plus intuitive organizing and sharing capabilities. You can make quick fixes when you need to or use advanced editing options when you want more control. Organize the way you want and show off your creativity with new dynamic slide shows, themed photo e-mail, and more ... don't miss it!

Securing a New Computer

So you just got home and opened up the box, it is shiny new and you want to take it for a spin! I am talking about your new computer of course, but I must spoil the fun and bring you this caution. Take a little time to set up the security on your computer beforehooking up to the internet and playing with your new toy. It is actually possible to get a virus instantly, if you plug a new computer with no defence, directly to the internet! We will go through the basics of setting up Norton Internet Security, Spyware edition.