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In this episode, we're discussing the insane world of Apple's mobile computer lineup, specifically the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models. As technology advances, the options seem to multiply, leaving potential buyers in a state of complete confusion. We explore the key differences and features of both the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, attempting to unravel the intricate puzzle that Apple has presented to consumers. With an in-depth analysis of specifications, design, and user experience, we aim to provide clarity and guidance to those grappling with the difficult decision of choosing between these two iconic devices. We also discuss some associated problems (for example, lack of ports, Thunderbolt hub issues etc).

In this episode, we will discuss the current state of the PC and Apple mobile computer markets, exploring the factors contributing to their incredible decline. We talk about the impact of mobile devices, shifting consumer preferences, and other factors contributing to the overall situation. We aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by PC/apple industry giants and the implications for future products. We invite you to join the conversation in the chat below as we discuss what’s going to happen next.

Welcome to another episode of ThatITShow podcast. In this episode, we will continue down the path that was laid out in the 6502 episode that we did in April 2023. We will discuss the important story of the early history of ARM processors, tracing their roots back to the remarkable journey of ACORN, 6502, and BBC Micro. Join us as we talk about how a small British computer company revolutionized the world of microprocessors, laying the foundation for the birth of ARM - a true technological marvel that has since become ubiquitous in our modern devices. Get ready to embark on a captivating journey through time, exploring the fascinating origins of one of the most influential architectures in computing history.

In this episode, we embark on a historical journey through the fascinating world of UNIX and Linux. Discover the origins of UNIX, a groundbreaking operating system that revolutionized computing. From its humble beginnings at Bell Labs to its global impact, we talk about the visionary pioneers who shaped its legacy. We talk about UNIX as a stepping stone into the Linux revolution, an open-source movement that propelled Linux to the forefront of technology. Explore the collaborative ethos and the remarkable individuals who championed the philosophy of sharing and innovation. This podcast episode is a celebration the history that defined the history of UNIX and Linux. Journey with us as we honor human ingenuity, the power of collaboration, and the enduring legacy of UNIX and Linux in shaping our modern technological landscape.

Welcome to this episode of our podcast, where we'll be taking a bit of a trip down the memory lane to our early computing days. Basically, you can treat this episode as an "Intro to computers and computing" from less-than-adult kids who were born in the late 70s/beginning of the 80s. Back then, the world of computing was a vastly different place than it is today. Computers were not as widespread as they are now, and there was much to learn about these new, exciting machines. In this episode, we will explore the early days of home computing and the machines that sparked our curiosity. We will discuss the differences between the Spectrum and Amstrad, their unique features, and how they compared to other computers of the time.

Welcome to this episode of our podcast, where we will discuss the software we use on our laptops. We rely heavily on computers and the various software programs that we use to perform everyday tasks. From web browsing to document editing, a plethora of software options are available to us, each with its unique set of features and capabilities. In this episode, we will dive deep into the world of laptop software, exploring the different types of available software, their features and benefits, and how they can help us be more productive and efficient in our system engineering lives. Whether you are a student, a professional, or simply a technology enthusiast, this episode is sure to provide valuable insights into the software that you use regularly. So, sit back, relax, and join us as we take a journey through the world of laptop software.

In this episode, we will explore the problems and inconsistencies of PowerShell and its ability to crash Active Directory for some unknown reason. We consider PowerShell to be a very powerful tool that can greatly simplify system administration tasks, but its unpredictable nature can lead to disastrous consequences, like complete Active Directory crash. Furthermore, to illustrate the inconsistencies of PowerShell, we will examine examples of Hyper-V and its integration with PowerShell. We will demonstrate how even small variations in PowerShell commands can have a significant impact on Hyper-V administration.

Subscription and perpetual licenses are two models for software licensing today. In a lot of cases, we can choose between perpetual or subscription-based licensing - but not always. Subscription licenses allow users to pay a recurring fee for a specified period of time, typically monthly or annually. Perpetual licenses, on the other hand, require a one-time upfront payment for the software license, which can be used indefinitely.

In this episode, we tell the fascinating story of the 6502 processor and its incredible impact on the world of computing. Originally developed in the 1970s as a low-cost alternative to more expensive processors, the 6502 quickly became a game-changer, powering everything from video game consoles to personal computers. We explore the chip's journey from obscurity to billions of units sold, and how it helped pave the way for modern computing technology. We dive into the technical details of the 6502 processor and explore how its unique architecture made it faster, more efficient, and more accessible than competing processors of its time. We also examine some of the famous devices that relied on the 6502, such as the Atari 2600, the Apple II, Nintendos etc. Also, we discuss the way in which we use 6502 in our courses, to educate our students in computer architecture and assembly language. 6502's story is also a story of the people behind the chip, including its creators, who defied conventional wisdom to bring their vision to life, and the passionate community of programmers and enthusiasts who embraced the 6502 and helped push the boundaries of what was possible with computing technology. We also discuss the enduring legacy of the 6502 processor and how its impact can still be felt today. From the rise of the home computer to the birth of the internet, the 6502 played a vital role in shaping the IT industry that we know today.

In this episode, we delve into the problems with the design of modern laptops and how they affect users' productivity. We start by discussing the trend of making laptops thinner and lighter, which has resulted in compromises on performance, battery life, and ergonomics. We show this via examples of MacBook Pro's, Dell XPS's and Lenovo laptops, although basically all laptop manufacturer designs are comparably good and bad. At the end of this episode, we also discuss about some recommendations and thoughts on how to make them better. We also check one very "special" laptop for a special purpose - and anyone working in datacenter should seriously consider having one of those.

Are you tired of dealing with motherboard design issues and wondering why they just don't seem to work like they used to? Look no further as we dive into the heart of the problem with modern motherboard designs. In this episode, we'll explore the ways in which manufacturers are cutting corners and creating real problems for the customers. From the partial lack of compatibility with advertised capabilities all the way to problems with upgrades, we'll have a quality chat about reasons why this is a real problem. Join us as we examine how modern motherboard designs are falling short of customers' needs.

In this episode, we are discussing the topic of rethinking hiring practices and why age shouldn't be a barrier in the IT industry when applying for a job or selecting a potential candidate. While there may be biases against both younger and more mature workers in tech hiring practices, research suggests that these professionals can bring unique skills and perspectives to the workplace. We discuss the benefits of such an approach, including the value of deep industry knowledge and fresh perspectives, the potential for innovation and problem-solving, and the ability to mentor and be mentored. We also share ourexperiences of working with both younger and more mature IT professionals and the ways in which they have contributed to companies' success. By the end of the episode, our viewers will have a greater understanding of the benefits of hiring workers from different age groups in the IT industry and be inspired to rethink their own hiring practices.

In this ThatITShow podcast, we discuss some new developments and trends related to #ai and #ChatGPT. As a part of this episode, we used ChatGPT to write us some resumes, in a couple of different categories - system engineers, programmers, digital marketing specialists, and data scientists. We were less than impressed by most CVs, and average-level impressed with some of them. Whatever the quality of CV suggestions by #ChatGPT was, they were usable in terms of writing your own resume. Oh, and, BTW, getting rid of frustrations on drums, bass, rhythm guitar and squaling on the solo guitar is.. one of us. :)

Welcome to our podcast about IT education and general college education, another one in the series. In this show, we explore the latest trends and insights into the world of information technology education. We discuss topics such as the benefits of IT education, the role of IT education in changing the quality of our students' lives, and how to succeed in a career in IT. hosted by experienced educators. We also share our insights and experiences from the classroom, as well as some thoughts and practices from the world of information technology education. Our episode cover a range of topics, including different approaches of getting into IT, why people gravitate towards IT in general (and especially towards programming), as well as the benefits of IT education and how to prepare students for careers in IT. Whether you are an IT student, educator, or industry professional, this podcast provides valuable insights into the world of IT education and learning.

In this 10-minute segment, we discuss the fact that Microsoft again decided to do its "Deus ex machina" thing and force-deny Windows 10 users to use Internet Explorer. Yes, it's an old browser, but there are more than a few valid use cases for which it's essential to have it.

In this short news segment, we're discussing the latest Windows 11 update that - among other things (covered in one of our next videos) brings us integration between Windows 11 and Bing Search. We discuss the pros and cons and our expectations. We also covered these topics in other episodes (Episode 01, 05 and 09). #technews #thatitshownews #windows11 #windows11newupdate #windows11updates

In this less-than-15-minute segment, we discuss the pros and cons of Google buying Photomath. This is a topic that's very dear to us, as it's a local, Croatian company (behind Photomath) that Google's buying. We also share some insight into how math education looked like when we were younger - basically, from our standpoint, Photomath is modern-day replacement for a HP48/49/Prime calculator in a way.

In this short 10-minute rant about Mobile World Congress, Jasmin tells us how he REALLY feels about mobile tech news and products to be shown @MWC 2023.

In this ThatITShow podcast, we went back to discussing AI-related topics - specifically, what are the capabilities, pros and cons of using AI in real life by using a lot of different examples. This is a part of our continous stream of episodes that are AI related, as we find this topic to be quite fascinating, especially having in mind how it exploded into the mainstream after ChatGPT showed up for the party.

In this ThatITShow podcast, we discuss the ongoing distraction epidemic - how technology is affecting our attention spans and lives. There's a lot of data to support the conclusion that we're becoming less social, less intelligent and less human. Here are a few articles to check (there are many of them available): Digital Overuse and Addictive Traits and Their Relationship With Mental Well-Being and Socio-Demographic Factors: A National Population Survey for Wales (doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2021.585715) Brain health consequences of digital technology use (doi: 10.31887/DCNS.2020.22.2/gsmall) Going digital: how technology use may influence human brains and behavior (doi: 10.31887/DCNS.2020.22.2/mhoehe) Technology Use: Too Much of a Good Thing? (https://doi.org/10.1007/s11293-020-09683-1) Digital Overuse and Subjective Well-Being in a Digitized Society (https://doi.org/10.1177/2056305119886031)

In this ThatITShow podcast, we discuss the topic that both of us feel very passionately about - using refurbished hardware both for personal and professional scenarios. Both of us have been using refurbished laptops for years as they're way cheaper and suitable for many of our needs. Professionally, both of us have been using refurbished servers as the basis for a lot of the work that we do, especially in education. Just as an example - one of our environments that our students use 0-24 recently underwent a refurbished hardware refresh process, and we were able to reduce it from 40-50 servers to just 5. While not only keeping the same amount of horsepower - we actually got more (a generation newer CPUs). This also significantly influenced our energy footprint, as the prices of electricity in the future are still a big unknown. In all of the use cases, this means being a bit more kind to the environment while meeting your performance and capacity needs.

In this ThatITShow podcast, we discuss the ultimate tug of war in the mobile space - Android vs iOS battle. Recently, one of us (Jasmin a.k.a. Mister Cough-er) switched sides from 'droid to iOS as a self-trolling yet information providing service. To oversimplify, Android, with its open-source operating system and customizable options, has won over a significant portion of the smartphone market. On the other hand, iOS, with its sleek design and seamless integration with other Apple devices, has a strong following as well. The debate over which platform is superior is heated, with arguments for both sides. Some argue that Android's customization options give it an edge over iOS, while others praise the simplicity and security of Apple's operating system. The two platforms have a bit different approaches to the smartphone market, with Android targeting a wider demographic and iOS focusing a bit more on premium experiences. We debate the merits of using one vs another, and approach the discussion from multiple market segments.

In this ThatITShow podcast, we discuss some "on point" and pointless CES news related to some of the stuff that was introduced @CES in Las Vegas. Then, we move to the main topic that's a continuation of our first episode - ChatGPT integration into Microsoft ecosystem, having in mind the extra investment Microsoft made in OpenAI. When we say Microsoft ecosystem, we're discussing various applications and cloud services - search for Windows operating system, Microsoft Office, Office/Microsoft 365, Azure... everything. It stands to reason that some next generation of this product is going to be integrated in that manner and we try to explore the possibilities that might offer to regular users.

In this re-edited (for sound purposes only, no cuts to the original video), livestreamed ThatITShow podcast, we have some guests! Both Jasmin and Vedran work @Algebra university college (soon to become Algebra University) and have more than 3 decades of combined experience in IT college education and IT education that's technology specific (RedHat, Microsoft, VMware education). We invited three of our students to discuss both these topics as they went through undergraduate/graduate programs with us, while simultaneously passing multiple RedHat exams on the way to the highest RedHat certification, RHCA (RedHat Certified Architect). Algebra university college is a RedHat Academy partner, which provided us with a lot of resources for our three students in terms of getting access to materials and virtual machines to be able to study. Jasmin and Vedran pointed them in RedHat/Linux direction as their educators and they pursued it all the way to the top, which is incredible having in mind how young these three highly inspirational people are. You'll hear the stories of their beginnings in IT, how they chose Algebra university college, RedHat/Linux as their path and what that meant for their careers.

In this ThatITShow podcast that's going to become a regular feature, we discuss cloud technology in situations in which people in IT management ("Excel managers"), who only seem to care about some CAPEX/OPEX distribution of IT finances are pushing using cloud as a be-all-end-all solution for everything. We discuss some general use cases and go through a demo to show that using cloud is not in any way simple (a lot of those people tend to oversimplify that fact), and that it can also be a problem for long-term company strategy. We use Azure as an example to discuss one of the most commonly used procedures - to create a virtual machine. The aim here is not to pick on Azure as a bad cloud solution - it's more of an "introduction to cloud reality" - if you want to do this properly, creating a VM in cloud isn't "tree mouse clicks away", as a lot of people seem to think.

In this ThatITShow podcast, we discuss some news and Twitter hoopla that's been happening for the past couple of months. It's going to be a part of a series of podcasts about social media, with more shows planned for the future.

In this ThatITShow podcast, we discuss some CPU/GPU history and absurdity of their pricing, especially GPUs. We also discuss the way in which consoles and laptops fit into this discussion. Jasmin also shares his thoughts about laptops, multimedia, PCs and Macs.

In this ThatITShow podcast, we discuss some news and ChatGPT bot that stirred up so much discussion on the Internet. We spent some time analyzing how it works and what it does, which gave us some ideas for both technical and intellectual discussion about it from a couple of different points of view. We deliberately went at it from "I love it" "I hate it" perspective playing a bit of Devil's advocate, as this is a hugely controversial topic that is going to keep us discussing for a long time coming. At the end of the day, it's a sign of things to come.