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.  

Get piece of mind knowing you’re protected. Steve goes over the steps of setting up a wireless network, with a focus on security. Also, take a trip down memory lane – preserve, share and restore your print photo collection by scanning it. And, stop overspending on mobility & long distance phone service, Steve beseeches you!

Fire Power

This episode is all about power – speed, security, and… suction?? First off, Steve introduces an alternative web browser for faster downloads: Firefox. This free download from Mozilla.com offers multiple tab browsing and search engine options, as well as greater security from those annoying pop-ups. But don’t forget about the importance of firewalls when you connect to the web, such as the personal firewall included in Norton Security.

Innovation

Experience the power of high definition television witha DVD player that upconverts movie resolution, such as Samsung’s HTQ40, which doubles as a surround sound stereo system. And Steve and Caroline battle for high tech supremacy in the world of vacuums, with iRobot’s self-propelled Roomba, and a super-sucker from Dyson.

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.