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Geeks? Ghostbusters!
Posted 7/2/2009 by Derek Meister

It's hard to believe it's been 25 years since the release of the classic movie Ghostbusters, but for many Geek Squad Agents, the anniversary of the film made us want to celebrate.  After all, how could we NOT love a comedy involving four guys using super-science to combat the supernatural?

The release of a Blu-ray 25th anniversary edition of the film last week is like welcoming an old friend back in shiny, new HD duds.  As soon as the movie starts up again, I'm instantly transported to the first time I saw this classic as a kid in the theaters, and it is wonderful!

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GPS on Smartphones
Posted 7/1/2009 by Ronald Gabrielson

You are on the road. In a strange city. Heading to an appointment. At a location you've never been to before. In heavy traffic. (And heavy rain). And you are running a little late.

To add insult to injury, add in a paper printout map – you not only have misery refined, you have a very good possibility of ending up in a ditch. (Or somewhere worse).

Times like this, GPS is seen for what it truly is: a Godsend. But not everyone wants to drop the cash for a unitasker GPS unit from Magellan, Tom Tom, or other companies well-known for making quality GPS units. The good news is that, for basic GPS functionality, you may not really need extra equipment -- because it may be as close as the smartphone in your pocket.

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Last Minute DTV Tips
Posted 6/12/2009 by Derek Meister

It's been 13 years since the Telecommunications Act of 1996 mandated the DTV transition that's taking place today. However, that doesn't mean there won't be some growing pains for viewers of over-the-air television. Here's some last minute DTV tips for those still working on their own transition:

The DTV transition only affects over-the-air broadcasts received through a regular rooftop or set-top ("rabbit ears") antennas. If you get your television service through satellite or cable providers, you will not be affected. If your TV lists itself as having a DTV (or ATSC) tuner, you are ready, on the other hand, just because the TV says "digital" somewhere on the front does not mean the system is ready.

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