Podnutz - Computer Repair Podcast

Podnutz Episode 41: Roll Those PC Dice!

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:05:02 +0000

Daniel Hand, creator of the PC Dice and other great websites and resources for computer repair techs joins me for a rapid fire discussion of all he is doing in the computer repair field.

Podnutz Episode 40: SUPERAntiSpyware and the State of Malware Today

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:54:33 +0000

Nick Skrepetos joins us again as we talk about new features of SuperAntiSpyware and the latest malware topics to date.

Podnutz Episode 39: Mike Smith on Consulting and Perseverance

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 02:31:15 +0000

Mike Smith joins us from MikeTechShow.com to go over his experience in starting up a consulting business and some elements you need to have to succeed.

Podnutz Episode 38: All Over The Place

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 02:09:16 +0000

Steve D'Amico joins us from SMDComputer.net for a somewhat casual talk about all things computer tech related.

Podnutz Episode 37: Introducing Microcenter

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:48:51 +0000

I thought it would be a great idea to interview someone from my favorite store - Microcenter. I'm joined with Kevin Hollingshead who is the VP of Business Development at Microcenter. We cover some great things about Microcenter and where it is heading in the future. I also ask Kevin for his personal views on the latest tech out there.

Podnutz Episode 36: Simon Zerafa Covers A Plethora Of Tech

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 02:10:05 +0000

Simon Zerafa from pc-technical.co.uk joins us today and we go down his list of tech tidbits that any computer repair technician will find useful.

Some topics included:

Gigabit Networking
NAS drives
Spybot S&D
Tools to install on a fresh PC
and more...

Podnutz Episode 35: More Tech and Business with Bryce from Technibble.com

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 05:10:24 +0000

In this episode I am joined with Bryce Whitty, creator of Technibble.com. We cover all aspects of computer repair, from the business end to the tech side, and give tips and advice to anyone interested in going into the computer repair business.

Be sure to check out Technibble.com if you haven't yet. It is an incredible site that any computer repair technician MUST visit!

Podnutz Episode 34: The On-Site Guy & The In-Shop Guy

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Sun, 03 May 2009 05:50:46 +0000

More with Mike Petro from Petro Computer Solutions

What's new on the street
Mike's geeked out car
Anti-virus/Anti-Malware
Conficker
Backing stuff up
Join Mike's Fan Club!

Podnutz Episode 33: Computer Tech and Business Tips From Andrew The Computer Guy

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 02:46:32 +0000

Andrew from AndrewTheComputerGuy.com joins us this week.
Learn tips on advertising your business computer repair business
Learn what tools you need to have in your computer repair kit
Remote access programs
How to get started in the computer repair business

Podnutz Episode 32: Fighting Malware With Bruce Harrison from MalwareBytes.org

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 03:55:21 +0000

Bruce Harrison, lead researcher, of MalwareBytes.org joins us this week.
What MalwareBytes can do for you
The differece between viruses/spyware
How to use MalwareBytes to get the best results
How MalwareBytes came to be
Why PCs are more prone to malware than Macs
What's in the future for MalwareBytes

Podnutz Episode 31: Ben Burrows - The Creator Of "The Ultimate Boot CD For Windows"

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 02:19:14 +0000

This episode we interview Ben Burrows, The Creator Of "The Ultimate Boot CD For Windows".

The Ultimate Boot CD for Windows is an indispensible tool, that every computer tech should have in their toolkit. In this episode I ask Ben how the project came about, some of his favorite apps, and what is in store for the future.

If you dont have The Ultimate Boot CD For Windows yet, get it! You can download it at UBCD4WIN.com.

Podnutz Episode 30: Meet Door To Door Geek Everyone!

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 05:23:13 +0000

I interview Steve McLaughlin from DoortoDoorGeek.com
We cover some of his favorites tips and techniques for servicing computers.

Podnutz Episode 29: Hard Drives and Data Recovery w/Scott Moulton

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 04:07:27 +0000

Here we attempt to cover all there is to know about hard drives, from the physical parts to the data they contain. We of course couldn't fit this all into one show so we'll have to get Scott back for another!
Check out Scott's site at MyHardDriveDied.com

Podnutz Episode 28: Starting a Data Recovery Center

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 06:40:53 +0000

Thor Schrock from Schrock Innovations joins us to discuss his latest endeavor - a data recovery center.
How to recover data
What it takes to start a data recovery center
What to charge per job
The different levels of data recovery

Podnutz Episode 6: Carey Holzman's PC Toolkit

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:37:46 +0000

Special guest Carey Holzman from Computer America

(The nation's longest running, nationally syndicated radio talk show on computers)
Great Windows optimization tools
Acronis TrueImage
Don't put your HD in the freezer!
Norton and Mcafee
Surf the Internet saftely
Open DNS
Tips when taking your computer in for service

Podnutz Episode 23: We Cover It All - w/Steve D'amico

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:04:33 +0000

Interview with Steve D'Amico from SMDComputer
Tools to take on-site
Craigslist/Ebay stories
Great softare to use in your repairs

Podnutz Episode 24: Renowned Author Scott Mueller Educates Us About Computer Repair

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:06:01 +0000

Scott is the author of the incredible computer repair technician's bible: Upgrading and Repairing PCs
Learn how Scott got started in computers
Does high speed RAM speed up your system?
Windows Activation questions answered
and much more...

Podnutz Episode 25: More With Mike

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:07:49 +0000

Mike Petro joins us for more repair tech talk
Verizon modems and routers
Spyware evolution
Great site for XP tweaks and fixes
and much more...

Podnutz Episode 26: SuperAntiSpyware Creator, Nick Skrepetos

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:09:57 +0000

Nick Skrepetos joins us to discuss his program SuperAntiSpyware.
How does SuperAntiSpyware get made?
How to prevent spyware from attacking your machine
How did Nick come up with the idea?
and much more...

Podnutz Episode 27: Being A Network Admin

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:11:15 +0000

Keith Albright from MindofRoot.com joins us.
What does it take to be a network administrator?
How is network administration different than single user maintenance
Firewalls, DOSAttacks, BotNets, and root kits.
and much more...

Podnutz Episode 22: Mark From Reno's Tips and Techniques

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:02:11 +0000

Mark Cobb from Computer Techs joins us
How to use Craig's List to help build your business.
How to hire people for your computer repair business
Mark's Spyware/Virus removal tips
Mark's toolbag

Podnutz Episode 21: Just Me Rambling On

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:00:31 +0000

No guest for this one...I'm going solo!
Things that help keep me on my game: podcasts, Google, experience, learning on the fly
My Spyware/Virus removal tips
More computer repair business tips
Remote Service ideas

Podnutz Episode 2: Internet Security - Spyware, Viruses.... How to Fight Back!

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 03:34:34 +0000

Introducing Mike Petro
How malware gets onto our machines
What is spyware/viruses capable of?
How to find out what is infecting your machine
How to remove it!
Preventive measures
Wrap up with Mike

Podnutz Episode 3: Your Questions Answered - Part 1

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:29:50 +0000

Gigabyte Vs. Gibabyte
Switching hard drives
LCD screen black lines
Is the hard drive bad?
Broken laptop power jack
Slow computer - Anti-virus or Windows reinstall?

Podnutz Episode 7: Installing Windows on a PC

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:39:36 +0000

Mike Petro from Petro Computer Solutions joins us.
Why install Windows?
How to back up your data
Steps to re-install
Installing drivers
Windows Vista

Podnutz Episode 8: How to Start Your Own Computer Repair Business

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:41:09 +0000

Mike Petro from Petro Computer Solutions joins us. (The John C. Dvorak of the computer repair world!)
Loyal listener Mitch Haman calls in and asks us questions.
How to get and keep customers.
How to start a computer business legally

Podnutz Episode 9: How to Start Your Own Computer Repair Business - Part 2

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:21:54 +0000

Thor Schrock from Schrock Innovations and Top Affiliate Challenge joins us.
Vital tips for expanding your computer repair business into the future
Should you mix politics and business?
How Thor started and grew his business into what it is today.
How to advertise your business
How to set your rates

Podnutz Episode 10: Mike - of the Mike Tech Show and Maintaining Enterprise Networks

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:24:17 +0000

Mike Smith from Mike Tech Show joins us!
Apple TV and video podcasts
Possible SP3 bugs
Mike talks about business network maintenance
Virtualization, what it is and why it is good.
How to get a job in IT

Podnutz Episode 11: Top 5 Signs of a Computer Meltdown

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:26:32 +0000

Ken Colburn of www.DataDoctors.com joins us!
Learn some facts about the data recovery business
5 Signs your computer is about to have a meltdown
How buying a franchise may be a good idea if you are interested in the computer repair field.

Podnutz Episode 12: Colleen from TWIT Talks Linux, Some Windows, and a Little Bit of Mac.

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:28:13 +0000

Colleen from TWIT.tv joins us to talk tech!
A general overview on Linux and Colleens recommendations
13 Ways to Make Life With Windows XP Better
Thoughts on Vista, Mac hacks, and Windows Reinstalls

Podnutz Episode 13: Symptoms and Solutions

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:30:07 +0000

Mike Petro joins us again for a great discussion about common computer symptoms and their respective solutions!
How to handle boot problems
More ways to handle spyware
Troubleshooting hardware malfunctions.

Podnutz Episode 20: Electricity - What You Need To Know- Featuring Cook Cherubino

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:57:16 +0000

My father, Cook Cherubino joins us this week to talk about electricity.
Laptop Power Adapters
Defining Voltage, Current, Resistance, and Wattage.
How NOT to blow yourself up!
Soldering tips

Podnutz Episode 19: Tech Talk and Rants with Carey Holzman

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:54:52 +0000

Guest this week is Carey Holzman from Computer America
Tips on how to stay updated
Craigslist/Ebay
Latest tools for the PC Tech toolkit
How Carey loves the Asus EEE PC.

Podnutz Episode 18: Interview with Dave from PCTechBytes.com

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:53:02 +0000

Dave Purcell from PCTechBytes.com is this week's guest
Advice on Backups
Views on Vista
System Admin tips
See Dave's latest project at PCTechBytesToday

Podnutz Episode 17: Backups and Disaster Preparation w/Mike Petro

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:38:26 +0000

Mike Petro from Petro Computer Solutions is this week's guest
Methods of Storage
Backup Software
Cloning/Snapshot options

Podnutz Episode 16: Driver Tips and Malware Removal Methods w/Simon Zerafa

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:35:21 +0000

Simon Zerafa from PC-Technical.co.uk gives us a great rundown on tips and techniques he uses in his own computer repair biz
Driver installation tricks
Spyware/Virus/Malware removal
Simon's software recommendations

Podnutz Episode 15: Bryce Whitty from Technibble.com talks Business and Tech

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:33:29 +0000

Bryce Whitty joins us - creator of Technibble.com
Bryce's software picks
Computer repair business tips
How and why Bryce started Technibble.com

Podnutz Episode 14: Freeware Picks from Aaron and Billy of the Daily Freeware Podcast.

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:31:58 +0000

WARNING - Billy and Aaron are Mac users. Some material in this podcast may offend Mac haters.
Freeware/Shareware discussion
Podcasting tips

Podnutz Episode 1: Introduction

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:05:38 +0000

Welcome!
Introduction of host - Steve Cherubino
Comments, questions, requests, let us know!
How to fix the "Blue Screen of Death"
When in doubt, use system restore.

Podnutz Episode 5: Laptop Parts and Repair

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 06:00:00 +0000

Guest Steve D'Amico from SMDComputer.net
Repairing laptop systms
Buying parts in bulk
Sell in parts or whole system?
LCD screens and inverters
Craigslist vs Ebay
How to get into the laptop salvage business

Podnutz Episode 4: Building Your Own System

mail@podnutz.com (Steve Cherubino) — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 06:00:00 +0000

Why build your own?
Motherboards
Cases and Power supplies
Hard Drives
System Memory - RAM
CD/DVD Drives
OS Installation