September 25, 2004

Dr. Dave helps callers understand phishing, spyware, damaged Internet connections and why reinstalling Windows cannot fix unsafe habits. He weighs the trustworthiness of Internet voting, explains what made the iPod scroll wheel compelling, and considers how to judge computer manufacturers when a few bad experiences may not represent the whole company. The show also looks at early blogging, technology fortunes, business focus and cell phone reliability, with music, football and studio humor throughout.

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