Computer Chronicles

Laser Disk Storage

Laser disks and optical storage devices are changing the way we can use computers. Demos: Pioneer Laser Disc Player, Ast

Portable Computers

The state of the art in portable computers in the mid 1980's. Products featured include the Morrow Pivot Portable, the H

Computer Games

A look at the newest computer games for PC users. Demos: Sargon III Chess Game, Millionaire Strategy Game, Pitfall, Zork

IBM Compatibles

A comparative look at the new breed of IBM look-alikes. Demos: Radio Shack Tandy 1000, IBM PC, Ericsson PC, Compaq PC ht

Software Piracy

Meet teenage software pirates, computer lawyers and the battle over software ownership. Guests: Mark Pump, Alpha Logic;

Computers and the Disabled

A review of how computers are helping the blind and other disabled persons lead a better life. Guests: Peggy Barker, Chi

UNIX

AT&T's computer operating system is threatening to take over IBM's MS-DOS dominance. Guests: John Mashey, Bell Labs; Mar

Computers and Sports

From the dugout to the training room to the dining room, coaches and players and turning to computers to improve perform

Personal Finance Software

A review of tax return software, financial management software and investment programs. Guests: John Reese, Monogram; Ke

The Macintosh Computer

An in-depth look at the early Apple Macintosh computer, available software and hardware add-ons. Guests: Joanna Hoffman,

IBM

An in-depth look at IBM, the IBM standard and the impact of its dominant role in the PC marketplace. Guests: Norm DeWitt

Computers and Communications

Computer and communication technologies are merging creating the new field of informatics. Guests: Bob Metcalfe, 3Com; B

Low End Computers

A consumer's guide to the most popular low-cost home computers. Guests: Jack Tramiel, Atari; Leonard Tramiel, Atari; Fra

Japanese PCs

A review of where major Japanese technology companies are in the PC hardware and software markets.Shot in Japan. Guests:

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Computer Graphics

A look at the new graphics tools available to computer users, both for amateurs and professionals. Guests: Marein Cremer

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Japanese Computer Technology

A visit to the High Tech Expo in Tsukuba, Japan for a look at the latest Japanese robotics technology. Features Sony, To

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Slowdown in Silicon Valley: Part 1

A review of the reasons behind the current slump in the computer business. Demos: Adam Computer, Osborne Computer http:/

Slowdown in Silicon Valley: Part 2

Part two of this special series looking at the causes of the downturn in the computer industry.

Women in Computing

Meet the top women in a field that has traditionally been dominated by men.

Printers & Business Graphics

A survey of the new hardware and software visualization tools for business. Demos: IBM QuietWriter, Okimate 20 Color The

Computers and the Law

Programming & Programmers

Computers and the Media

From newsrooms to sports arenas, computers have invaded the media. Demos: Aurora 75 Graphics System, Pacific Data Images

Modems & Bulletin Boards

From high-tech trysts to selling black-market software, computers users are talking. Guests: Ezra Shapiro, Byte Magazine

Computer Networks

A look at the new technology for computers communicating with other computers. Demos: EtherMacToken Ring, TOPS Network.

Computers and Politics

A look at how computers are changing the political process including campaign management, voter profiling, fundraising,

Computers and Medicine

Doctors are turning to computers for medical research, diagnosis and clinic management. Demos: Drexler LaserCard, MicroM

Optical Storage Devices

A look at the newest mass storage devices including the compact disc ROM. Demos: Activenture Knowledge Retrieval System,

Business Applications

A review of the current offerings in word processors, spreadsheets, and database managers. Demos: Wordstar 2000, WordPer

Amiga and Atari

How much computer can you get at the bottom end of the market - comparison between the Commodore Amiga and the Atari 520

Christmas Buyers Guide

A consumer's review of the hottest hardware and software goodies for the techie on your holiday shopping list.

Hard Disk Storage

As applications and files get larger, users need a hard disk drive, a Bernoulli box or a tape streamer. Demos: Iomega Be

Artificial Intelligence

Expert systems, decision support software, and natural language communication. Guests: Harry Tennant, Texas Instruments;

Computers in Law Enforcement

A review of computer applications for police, the FBI and other law enforcement agencies. Demos: Probe One, Criterion Ma

Investment Software

A look at how investors are using computers to analyze and invest in the stock market. Demos: Wizards of Wall Street, Th

Psychological Software

The use of computers to analyze personality and diagnose problems of human relations. Demos: Intracourse, Mind Over Mino

Astronomy Software

Computer programs for the amateur astronomer plus tools for tracking Halley's Comet. Demos: Tellstar, StarSoft HalleyCom

Color and Computing

Careers in Computing

A look at the job opportunities and requirements in the fast growing computer field.

Parallel Processing

Are there limits on the speed of computers and their CPUs? A review of new processor architectures to increase computing

Computers and the Pentagon: Part 1

The world's biggest computer user is the U.S. government and the military in particular. This program reviews the milita

Computers and the Pentagon: Part 2

A look at the uses of computer hardware and software in the Defense Department. Shot on location at various military ins

Educational Software: Part 1

A review of new software titles for use in schools and at home education. Products/Demos: Operation Frog, Apple Classroo

Educational Software: Part 2

A look at on-line educational services and self-teaching software programs. Products/Demos: InfoMinder, National Gallery

MIDI Music

Computers and music, MIDI machines and interfaces, and music composition software. Casio SK-1 Synthesizer, Atari ST, Act

RISC Processors

Reduced Instruction Set Computers are a new approach to speeding up computer processing. Guests: Joel Birnbaum, Hewlett

Utilities

PC utiltities, file manipulators, disk managers, DOS aids, and other PC tools. Guests: Ed Tolson, SoftLogic Solutions; D

Second Hand Computers

A look at the used computer market at who is selling them, who is buying them and what the risks and benefits are. Guest

Desktop Publishing: Part 1

First of a two-part series on desktop publishing focusing on new software applications for the Macintosh. Products/Demos

Desktop Publishing: Part 2

Second part of this series on desktop publishing looking at software applications for DOS based computers. Guests: Richa

Software Macros

A user's guide to macros - automated sequences of commands for spreadsheets, word processors, and database programs. Gue

RAM Resident Software

A look at new software programs that reside in RAM and are always ready but may conflict with each other. Guests: David

Comdex Special 1986

A review of the newest hardware and software as exhibited at the annual fall Comdex show in Las Vegas. Guests: Hal Glatz

Project Management Software

A user's guide to project management programs, strategies, and approaches. Guests: Jim Dunnigan, Microsoft; David Bryan,

Christmas Buyers Guide

A review of available hardware and software gifts for techies. Products/Demos: Calendar Creator, HP Financial Consultant

Electronic Mail

A look at new email systems, comparative advantages and pitfalls and new email accessories and tools. Guests: Stuart Dav

Intel 386 Microprocessor

A review of the new Intel 386 chip and the new super-fast computers and applications that take advantage of its speed. G

On-Line Services: Part 1

First of a two-part series on on-line services such as CompuServe, the Source and DowJones, featuring Steve Case, at the

On-Line Services: Part 2

Second part of a series on information retrieval looking at specialized services such as Bix, Dialog, QuantumLink and Ne

Intelligent Buildings

A survey of the technology embedded in modern office buildings and private homes. Shot in Hong Kong. Guests: Dr. Po S. C

Modems

Speech Recognition & Synthesis

An look at the latest advances in speech technology involving both voice recognition and speech synthesis. Guests: Micha

Tax Preparation Software

A review of the latest software titles to help you manage and file your income taxes including a look at on-line filing.

Portable Computers

A review of the latest laptop computers, new display screen technology and common applications.. Guests: Bob Wade, Tany/

Computers and Kids

A look at young people and how they are using computers for pleasure and for education. Guests: Aaron Arakawa, Nueva Lea

Computers and the Arts

Computers are moving form math and engineering to the world of the arts. A look at how artists are using computer techno

Computers and Illiteracy

A review of how computers are being used in innovative programs to teach basic literacy skills to adults. Guests: John F

Computers and Gambling

Business Applications: Part 1 - Word Processors

Business Applications: Part 2 - Spreadsheets 1

Business Applications: Part 3 - Spreadsheets 2

Business Applications: Part 4 - Database Management Software

The New Macs

IBM PS/2

Super Computers

PC Clones from Asia

Hypercard

An introduction to Apple's Hypercard. Demonstrations include Hypercard 1.0, Complete Car Cost Guide, Focal Point, Lasers

Laser Printers

Remember daisy wheel printers? Dot matrix printers? Ribbon printers? They largely disappeared when the early laser print

Comdex Special 1987

Highlights from the annual Comdex trade show in Las Vegas. Originally broadcast in 1987. https://archive.org/details/com

Local Area Networks: Part 1 - IBM Compatibles

It didn't take long after the introduction of personal computers for users to want to network their PCs and share files

Local Area Networks: Part 2 - Apple

A look at early attempts to network personal computers. This show focuses on Apple products including Appletalk, AppleSh

Consumer Buying Guide

The annual holiday buyer's guide for computer products featuring geeky recommendations for cool new gadgets from George

Mac Business Software

Most users thought of the PC as the business computer and the Macintosh as the creative computer. But you could also run

Computer Games: Part 1

A look at early computer games. Featured are Earl Weaver Baseball, Ferrari Formula One, Tower of Myraglen, and Shanghai.

Computer Games: Part 2

A look at some of the leading computer games in the late 1980's. Demonstrations include Chuck Yeager's Advanced Flight T

Decision Support Software

In the heyday of artificial intelligence and expert systems, it was thought that computers could make human like decisio

PC Imaging

A look at the use of personal computers to digitize and process images. Demonstrations include the Datacopy 830 Scanner,

MacWorld San Francisco 1988

On location coverage of the annual winter MacWorld Expo in San Francisco. Big stories at this MacWorld were desktop publ

The New Amigas

Before there was a Macintosh, the Amiga was the computer for the creative community. This program looks at the Amiga 200

CD-ROMs

The advent of CD-ROM storage changed the way people used personal computers and opened up a whole new range of software

Tax Preparation Software

A review of the latest tax preparation software packages including: MacinTax and TaxView from SoftView, Lasser's Your In

Shareware

When the personal computer software industry was born in the mid 1980's, it was assumed that computer programs would be

The Commodore 64

The Commodore 64 was the first computer for many families. This program looks at what you can do with the famous C-64. D

Multitasking Operating Systems

As operating systems grew more robust, one of the key new features was the ability to multitask, run several application

Business Graphics: Part 1 - Mac

A look at how computers are now being used as graphics tools by business. Demonstrations include MacDraw II from Claris,

Business Graphics: Part 2 - PC

A review of business graphics products in the IBM compatible world. Products demonstrated include Energraphics, KaleidoV

Input Devices

How do you communicate with your computer? This program looks at various input devices for telling your computer what yo

Computers and Politics

Laptop Peripherals

So you've bought your laptop, but that's only the beginning. What else do you need to become the complete road warrior?

Add-On Boards & Cards

In the early days of PCs, you had to know how to open up the box and add the functionality you really wanted when you bo

Investment Software

Personal computers level the playing field for individual investors, giving them access to research data that in the pas

Personal CAD Software

Computer Aided Design (CAD) programs are used by engineers and architects, but new simplified CAD programs have come out

MacWorld Boston 1988

On location coverage of the annual MacWorld expo in Boston. Guests include Jean Louis Gassee and Bob Metcalfe. Companies

Computer Bowl I: Part 1

The first ever annual Computer Bowl featuring teams from the Route 128 area in Boston and the Silicon Valley area of San

Computer Bowl I: Part 2

The conclustion of the first ever Computer Bowl, featuring teams from the Route 128 area in Boston and the Silicon Valle

Bus Wars

The battle over a standard for moving information in and out of a computer and inside a computer including a look at EIS

The Apple II

Today they're called "mac heads", but way back in the 1980's, Apple users were in love with the Apple II. Despite the in

Spreadsheet Wars

Excel now dominates the spreadsheet world, but once upon a time there was actual competition among spreadsheet products.

Consumer Buyers Guide 1988

A consumer's guide to cool holiday gifts for computer enthusiasts and gadget lovers. http://archive.org/details/buyersgu

Comdex Special 1988

Complete coverage of the country's largest computer trade show, from Las Vegas. http://archive.org/details/comdex_3

Hard Disk Management

As hard disks grow larger, the problem of managing the information on your hard disk is getting more complicated. A look

Computer Viruses

Viruses are spreading to personal computers and causing havoc to individuals and businesses. A look at how to prevent vi

Personal Information Management Software (PIMS)

A new breed of software offers sophisticated management and organization tools for personal information. Guests: Denise

MacWorld San Francisco 1989

A review of the annual west coast Macintosh trade show from San Francisco's Moscone Convention Center. Guests: Charlie J

Amiga 2500

A look at the new Amiga models including the Amiga 2500 and new software and peripherals for the Amiga computers. Guests

Fax Boards

A look at how to turn your PC into a fax machine by adding a fax board. Guests: Joel Borden, The Complete PCJoyce Lemons

Writing Style Software

More than a word processor, writing style software helps you actually write improving grammar, spelling, and style. A lo

Foreign Language Software

A look at computer hardware and software that help you translate and learn foreign languages. Guests: Axel Beyreuther, I

High Tech India: Part 1

India is the hot place now for companies to look at for new software development. The trend actually started more than f

UNIX

A look at the many new versions of Unix and its challenge to DOS and OS/2. Guests: Rick Davis, Frame Technology; Karen L

Atari ST

The Atari ST is a big hit in Europe but it's not very popular yet in the U.S. A look at some of the cool features that a

High Tech India: Part 2

India is the hot place now for companies to look at for new software development. The trend actually started more than f

Computing in Color

New Generation Laptops

A review of the latest portable computer technology focusing on new batteries, color, faster processors, larger hard dri

Computers in Space

A look at how NASA uses computers to run the space program, launch manned spacecraft, and manage the overall operations

Personal Finance Software

Creativity Software

Artificial Intelligence

New Portable Computers

They weren't quite "notebook" computers yet, but laptops were replacing "luggables" in the portable computer category du

Software for Kids

Megahertz Mania

In the late 1980's PC users were ecstatic over the introduction of 32 bit processors and CPUs running at the blazing spe

Desktop Presentation Graphics: Part 1

The introduction of the Macintosh in the mid 1980's opened up a whole new world of desktop graphics capability. This pro

Desktop Presentation Graphics: Part 2

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then graphics should be an important tool for business. Thanks to more sophistic

Holiday Buyers Guide

The annual holiday buyer's guide for techie products. Gift giving selections for geeks from Gary Kildall, Paul Schindler

Software Piracy

DOS to Mac and Back

In a world full of Macintosh computers and DOS based computers, there was a market for utilities that would translate be

Computers and Fitness

As computers moved beyond doing just calculations and word processing, lots of small software companies found new kinds

Low Cost LANs

With standalone PC's showing up in every office and in many homes, the big challenge became connecting computers in a lo

Computers and the Law

Optical Storage

As we entered the 1990's, the big technology news was the move from magnetic storage to optical storage. It was the year

Low Cost Laser Printers

When laser printers first came out in the 1980's they were prohibitively expensive for most individual users. In the ear

Computer Ergonomics

Programming Languages

A look at the state of the art in programming languages and tools circa 1990. Demonstrations include Smalltalk V/PM, Act

HyperCard Update

One of the precursors of hypertext and hyperlinks was Hypercard, originally introduced by Apple in 1987. This program lo

Desktop Video

Today we take for granted the fact that we can watch video on our computers, but in the early 1990s, that was a big inno

Flight Simulators

A review of flight simulator software. Included are demonstrations of Falcon AT 1.11, F-15 Strike Eagle II, Jet Fighter

Computers on Campus

Clarkson University, in upstate New York, was the first college in the country to provide every student with a personal

High Tech France: Part 1

A look at the high-tech industry in France, shot on location in Paris. The focus of this program is the MiniTel system,

High Tech France: Part 2

The second part of our review of French technology, shot on location in France. Included are ISDN, fiber optics, smart c

Computer Bowl II: Part 1

The second annual Computer Bowl with East coast versus West coast to determine the Master of Computer Trivia. West coast

Computer Bowl II: Part 2

The conclusion of the second annual Computer Bowl with East meeting West for the title of Master of Computer Trivia. Wes

The Global Software Market

As the decade of the nineties began, it became clear the United States was dominating the world software market. This pr

Windows 3.0

The first major upgrade to Windows was the 3.0 version, launched in 1990. This program reviews Windows 3.0 , some compet

Hypertext

Apple's Hypercard 2.0 brought new sophistication to the concept of hypertext, and laid the groundwork for the powerful I

Rebirth of the Home Computer

After disasters like IBM's PC Jr and the failure of PC companies like Texas Instruments and Atari, the future of home pe

Palmtop Computers

In the eighties we moved from desktops to laptops; in the nineties we started to move from laptops to palmtops. This pro

Input Devices

While we now take a computer mouse for granted, fifteen years ago there was still a debate about what would be the ultim

The Amiga 3000

For fans of the Commodore Amiga, the introduction of the new Amiga 3000 was big news, even though the price tag was near

Consumer Buying Guide

A guide to cool new high tech gifts for the holiday season. Featured are product recommendations from Jan Lewis, Paul Sc

Memory Management

There used to be a limit to the amount of memory you could have in a DOS based computer - 640k. But as new applications

Video Game Consoles

Computers became a great platform for game players, but dedicated videogame consoles were even better. This program comp

Viruses

Viruses are spreading to personal computers and causing havoc to individuals and businesses. A look at how to prevent vi

Speech Technology

A look at voice recognition and speech synthesis technologies. Demonstrations include Dragon Dictate, the VPC 1000 Speec

Macros

As computer users discovered that many of the tasks they did on computers required repetitive commands, there became a g

CD-ROM Software

In the early 1990's the computer industry settled on a CD-ROM standard and that fanned the growth of CD-ROMs as a storag

Sleeper Software

Most popular software titles get there as the result of an expensive sales and marketing campaign. Other programs are so

Flight Simulators

Consumer Electronics Show 1991

Highlights from the annual winter Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas featuring new personal technology products. Gue

Computers and Medicine

A look at how doctors and health professionals are using computer technology to change the practice of medicine. Demonst

Scanners

With the growth of desktop publishing, scanners became an important new PC peripheral, with sales in the early 1990s gro

Computers and Sports

Software in the Schools

With computer hardware showing up in just about every school, this program looks at software applications designed for t

Fonts City

The advent of desktop publishing software got people thinking about fonts and the endless choice of ways to present text

Network Security

As local area networks grew, so did concerns for network security. This program looks at some early solutions. Demonstra

Computer Bowl III: Part 1

The third annual Computer Bowl with East coast geeks up against West coast nerds to see who knows more about computer tr

Computer Bowl III: Part 2

The conclusion of the third annual Computer Bowl contest, held as a fund-raiser for the Computer Museum of Boston. The g

Neural Networks

Neural networks are artificial intelligence systems modeled after the human brain. This program looks at several example

Macintosh System 7.0

A look at the new 7.0 operating system for the Macintosh. Demonstrations include the finder, file sharing, publish & sub

Windows Applications

With the advent of Windows 1.0, software vendors came out with new programs to take advantage of the new GUI operating s

File Compression

As files got larger and disk storage capacity stagnated, software developers came up with utilities to compress and shri

Computer Displays

With color and graphics moving into the world of personal computers, display technology became an important subject. Thi

Foreign Language Software

A review of computer programs that help you learn or understand a foreign language. Featured products include Language A

Tandy/Radio Shack Computers

Laptops and Handhelds

Portability was becoming a big issue in the early 90's. This program looked at several new portable computing solutions

Computer Games

A look at the hottest computer games in the early 1990's. Included are Wordtris, Crisis in the Kremlin, Earl Weaver Base

PC Networks

Consumer Buying Guide

Groupware

Groupware was the buzzword of the early 1990s as users wanted to find ways to connect their personal computers, their ap

Integrated Software Suites

The software trend in the early 1990s was to bundle different applications together in integrated office "suites". This

Build Your Own PC

Why buy a computer when you can build your own? This program looks at various approaches to assembling your own PC. Feat

Computer Video

The worlds of television and computers are quickly converging. This program looks at new video applications on personal

Tax Preparation Software

A look at early versions of tax preparation software. Included are demonstrations of J. K. Lasser's Your Income Tax, Tim

MIDI Music

A look at the new role of personal computers in making music. Products demonstrated include Super Jam from Blue Ribbon S

Computers and the Disabled

Computers can be a challenge for people with disabilities. This program looks at several options for making hardware and

Intel 486

In 1992, the big issue was - is it worth the money to upgrade my 386 PC to the new 486 chip? This program looks at the p

CD-ROM Software

The introduction of CD-ROMS enabled a whole new era of more robust software applications. This program looks at several

Space and Astronomy Software

The first computer game ever was SpaceWars, written in 1962. Ever since then there has been a close relationship between

Easy to Use Database Software

Database software is sometimes overwhelming to average users. This looks at some databases which are powerful yet easy t

Virtual Reality

Virtual reality started out as a science fiction concept in the early 1950s. Now, VR has become a kind of holy grail - l

Computers and Kids

A look at how young people are using computers in school and at home. Featured applications include Operation Neptune fr

Computer Bowl IV: Part 1

The fourth annual Computer Bowl contest in which techies from the east coast and the west coast challenge each other to

Computer Bowl IV: Part 2

The conclusion of the fourth annual Computer Bowl contest in which techies from the east coast and the west coast challe

Diagnostic Software

Remember IRQ settings, INITs, TSRs and "out of memory" messages? The early days of personal computers were confusing for

Comdex Spring 1992

Highlights of the annual spring Comdex show in Chicago. Featured guests include Bill Gates and Stewart Alsop. Originally

Computer Connectivity

Stand alone personal computers were great, for a while, but soon it became important to connect individual PCs to share

Computers and Politics

Computer Speech

Windows Enhancements: Software

Early versions of Windows left a lot to be desired. So third party software vendors came out with a variety of Windows a

Windows Enhancements: Hardware

When Windows first came out, it needed help, from software add-ons and hardware add-ons. This program looks at some of t

ETRE Vienna

A visit to the first ever European Technology Roundtable Exhibition, the ETRE conference, held in Vienna. The conference

Secrets of Word Perfect

Before Microsoft Word became the default word processing standard for most users, WordPerfect was considered the best on

Consumer Buying Guide

A holiday season shopping guide for geeks, featuring techno gadget picks by Paul Schindler of Windows magazine, Tim Baja

Comdex Fall

Highlights from the annual fall Comdex show in Las Vegas where the buzzword this year was "multimedia". Featured guests

Notebook Computers

A review of the state of the art in notebook computers. Featured products include the AST Premium Exec 386SX/25, the NCR

New Generation Spreadsheets

It started out with Visicalc and Lotus 1-2-3, but the world of spreadsheet software changed as new and more powerful app

Computer Art

A review of hardware and software products for artists. Products reviewed include Opal Vision for the Amiga 4000, Alladi

Beginner's Guide to Computing

An introduction to personal computers for newbies. Topics include the basic components of a PC, how to find tech support

Electronic Publishing

The buzz word in the early 1990s was multimedia. It was the era of the CD-ROM. This program looks at early attempts at e

Computer Ergonomics

With everyone now using computers, there is increasing concerns about the negative health effects of keyboards, mice, an

CD-ROM Software

Multimedia was the big deal in the early 90's as software publishers rushed to use the new storage medium for bigger and

Consumer Electronics Show 1993

Highlights of the annual winter Consumer Electronics Show (CES) from Las Vegas. Featured are new products from Sony, Mat

OS/2

The OS/2 operating system started out as a joint venture between Microsoft and IBM. That venture fell apart as Microsoft

Digital Photography

Digital cameras were just hitting the market in 1993 and this program looked at the early stages of the electronic photo

Creative Writing Software

Word processors are great, but this program looks at software tools that help you create, not just write. Featured demon

The New Macs

Almost ten years after the original Mac was introduced, Apple came out with several new models including color Macs. Thi

Organizer Software

A review of new products in the personal information management category. Demonstrations include White Crow Office Manag

SPA Codie Awards 1993

Highlights of the annual Codie Awards presentation from the Software Publishers Association. Originally broadcast in 199

Visual Programming Languages

For amateur programmers, the advent of visual programming languages made life, and programming, a lot easier. This telev

Self Improvement Software

A review of self improvement software titles including Mindviewer, Betty Crocker's Eat & Lose Weight, HealthDesk, Speed

Computer Bowl V: Part 1

The fifth annual Computer Bowl, with teams from the east coast and west coast battling to see who knows more about compu

Computer Bowl V: Part 2

The finale of the fifth annual computer trivia contest between teams representing the east coast and the west coast. The

High Tech Israel

A visit to the Middle East to see the booming high-tech industry in Israel. Featured are Intel and Microsoft R&D centers

Baseball Software

A review of computer programs for baseball fans. Includes Intelliplay Baseball, APBA Presents Baseball for Windows, Base

PDAs

A look at the state of the art in personal digital assistants. Products demonstrated include the Apple Newton Message Pa

Pentium PCs

A look at the first generation of Pentium based personal computers. Included are demonstrations of new Pentium PCs from

DOS 6.2

The big news in 1993 was Microsoft's new version 6.2 of MS-DOS. Demonstrations include MS-DOS 6.0, MS-DOS 6.2, Stacker 3

ETRE Barcelona

Coverage of the annual European Technology Roundtable Exhibition from Barcelona, Spain. Guests include Bill Gates, Esthe

The Internet

It was being called the Information Superhighway then. This program looks at the earliest stages of the Internet includi

Windows NT

Microsoft's Windows OS grew up a little bit with the release of Windows NT in 1993. This program looks at the new operat

Consumer Buying Guide

Our annual look at the coolest new techie gadgets for the holiday season, as selected by Gina Smith, Tim Bajarin, Paul S

Buying a New Computer

Consumer advice on how to buy a new computer. Features tips from Andrew Reinhardt of BYTE, Wendy Taylor of PC Computing,

Comdex 1993

Highlights from the 15th annual fall COMDEX trade show in Las Vegas. More than 75 products are reviewed in the categorie

Digital Journalism

The digital revolution changed the practice of journalism. This program looks at how journalists are using computers and

Color Printing

The availability of reasonably priced color printers changed the way people and businesses used computers. This program

Tax Software

For some people, tax preparation software was reason enough to buy their first personal computer. This program reviews s

Screen Savers and Wallpapers

New color monitors created a market for whimsical add-ons like screen savers and wallpaper. Covered in this program are

MacWorld San Francisco 1994

Highlights from the annual west coast MacWorld conference, shot on location in San Francisco. This was the tenth anniver

Small Business Software

The availability of low cost business applications for small businesses helped level the playing field for new budding e

Software for Kids

One of the biggest drivers for selling new home computers was a parent's desire to get a computer for their kids. This p

Slots - Local Bus Video

As EISA, ISA, and IBM's MCA battled to become the industry standard for expansion cards, add-on vendors filled the marke

Consumer Electronics Show 1994

Highlights from the annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Products covered include Accolade's Hockey, Activisio

Green PCs

In 1992 the EPA launched the Energy Star Computer Program to encourage the production of environmentally friendly comput

Email/Groupware

As business migrated from the standalone PC to the networked PC, a hot new application area became groupware, enabling c

Multimedia

The advent of faster processors and digital storage drove the new field called Multimedia. Examples demonstrated in this

CD-ROM Software

The advent of optical storage and CD-ROMs changed the rules for software applications and opened up a whole new generati

Foreign Language Software

Markets are going global but schools are cutting back on foreign language instruction. The answer - foreign language sof

Computer Bowl VI: Part 1

The sixth annual Computer Bowl contest pitting East coast techies against West coast nerds to see who knows more about c

Computer Bowl VI: Part 2

The conclusion of the sixth annual Computer Bowl trivia game between high tech types from the east coast and the west co

PC Expo 1994

On location coverage of the annual PC Expo trade show in New York. Featured guests include Stewart Alsop, Larry Magid, T

MacWorld Boston 1994

On location coverage of the annual Boston MacWorld conference. Includes the launch of the Mac System 7.5 OS. Demonstrati

ETRE Conference Barcelona

PowerPC and PowerMac

Motorola's new PowerPC microprocessor launched a whole new generation of computers including the PowerMac. This program

Computer Art

The personal computer started out doing numbers, then text, and then graphics. This program looks at several application

Plug and Play

Adding peripherals used to be a nightmare with a PC, having to manually figure out all kinds of settings and switches. W

Windows 4.0 a.k.a. Windows 95

The upgrade from Windows 3.0 to Windows 95 was the big leap for Microsoft and began its domination of the desktop. This

Virtual Meetings

The advent of the internet meant people could now start communicating and collaborating over the web. This program looks

Consumer's Buying Guide

An annual review of cool new technology products for the holiday buying season, as selected by Stewart Cheifet, Paul Sch

Comdex Special 1994

On location coverage of the annual fall Comdex trade show in Las Vegas. Includes highlights of the Bill Gates keynote sp

Talking Computers

Almost ten years after this show was produced, we are still not talking to our computers. This program looks at several

Interactive Music

Computers and the digital revolution forever changed the world of music. This program looks at several new approaches to

Digital Photo Finishing

As the popularity of digital cameras grew, photofinishing software followed. This program looks at several early example

Computer Games

A look at the hot new computer games of 1995. Games covered include Voyeur, Astronomica, Wing Commander III: Heart of th

Computers and Sports

Computers enable couch potatoes to get the feeling of competitive sports and help real athletes improve their skills. Th

Consumer Electronics Show 1995

On location coverage of the annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Featured analyst is Tim Bajarin, president of

OS/2 Warp

In the mid 1990's, it wasn't yet an all Windows world. A battle was on between Microsoft's Windows and IBM's OS/2. This

Investment Software

Computers have become a key tool in planning an investment strategy and building a retirement nest egg. This program loo

Learning on a Computer

Personal computers have become a major component of modern educational systems. This program looks at some of the stride

Computer Memory

If you were a DOS user back in the early 1990's, you had to deal with "insufficient memory" issues. Over and over again.

SPA Codie Awards 1995

Highlights from the tenth annual Codie Awards for outstanding software, presented by the Software Publishers Association

PC Video

The digital video revolution started to take hold in the mid nineties. This program looks at early examples of desktop v

Mobile Computing

ndustry prognosticators predicted that 1995 would be "the year of the portable". And it was, as mobile computing became

The Internet

In the mid 1990's many people were on line, but the internet and the world wide web were still a new phenomenon. This pr

Computer Bowl VII

Technology leaders from the East and West coasts go at it in the seventh annual Computer Bowl, a quiz show designed to s

Gary Kildall Special

A profile on computer pioneer Gary Kildall and the important contributions he made to the PC industry including the true

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Windows 95

It was the biggest ever launch of a software product with stores opening at midnight and buyers around the world waiting

Mac Clones and New OS

Various Macintosh clones and the new PowerPC PowerBook are reviewed after a demonstration of "Copland", Apple's unfinish

Smart TV

Convergence was the buzz word of 1995 as analysts predicted the computer and the television set would merge into one box

Computers and Healthcare

A look at how the health care industry is using computer technology in 1995.

Silicon Glen

Computing Seniors

A look at how senior citizens are using computer technology.

Buy or Upgrade?

Your computer can't keep up with the latest applications. Should you buy a new one or can you get the same performance b

Computer Games

A visit to "Day of Judgement", Microsoft's conference for Windows game developers, along with previews of the best new c

ETRE Conference Madrid: Part 1

Part 1 of coverage of the annual European Technology Roundtable Exhibition conference held in Madrid.

Consumer's Buying Guide

The annual holiday season review of cool high tech gadgets and computer products. Featured guests include CMP's Paul Sch

Comdex Special 1995

PC Troubleshooting

Information Overload

A look at different ways to manage the glut of information showing up on computers and other storage devices. Demonstrat

Computers and Kids

A look at how children use computers at home and at school.

ETRE Conference Madrid: Part 2

Part two of the coverage of the 1996 annual European Technology Roundtable Exhibition conference held in Madrid, Spain.

SOHO Software

SOHO stands for small office home office. This program looks at applications for the small business owner.

Consumer Electronics Show 1996

On-location coverage of the 1996 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. New products introduced here included the DVD,

Online Tips

In the early days of the Internet, sites were slow and it was hard to find what you were looking for. This program offer

Financial Software

Whether it's managing your personal budget or your investments, computer software has become a critical tool for financi

Silicon Glen: Part 2

In the United States it's called the Silicon Valley, but in Scotland it's called Silicon Glen - the area between Glasgow

Software Thinking Tools

Most of us use computers to do routine tasks like calculations, word processing, or graphics. But computers can do more

Cars and Computers

The average car has more computer chips in it than anything in your house. This program looks at software and online app

SPA Codie Awards 1996

Coverage of the 1996 annual Codie Awards presented by the Software Publishers Association. The awards recognize outstand

The New PCs

Ten years after the PC revolution, experts were saying the PC model is obsolete. This program looks at several fresh app

Computer Bowl VIII

E3 Special

MacWorld Boston 1996

On-location coverage of the 1996 annual MacWorld Expo in Boston.

Cyber Cafes

As the Internet continued to take hold, new hangouts called cyber cafes started opening up where you could surf the web

Internet Telephony

If you can send data over the internet, why not voice, and if voice, why not phone calls, and if phone calls, why not vi

Search Engines

An early pre-Google look at search engine technology. Featured are DataQuest, Alta Vista, Zip 2, Autonomy, Pointcast, an

IT Forum, Paris

Cyber Politics

A review of the growing use of the internet and computers in political campaigns in 1996.

Online Shopping

A look at early online shopping sites in 1996 including Amazon, onsale.com, CyberCash, NetRadio, Verisign and Cybergold.

ETRE Conference Berlin

On-location coverage of the 1996 annual European Technology Roundtable Exhibition conference in Berlin.

Consumer's Buying Guide

Our 1996 annual review of the coolest new high-tech gadgets for the holiday season.

Digital Photography

Digital photography got its start in the mid 1990's. This program looks at early examples of digital photography hardwar

Computer Games

A review of the best new computer games of the year 1996.

Internet TV

After hearing about convergence for years, the television and the computer finally have started to merge, with video ima

Comdex Special 1996

A look at the best new products introduced at the 1996 annual COMDEX computer trade show in Las Vegas.

Wireless Computing

Sports Simulation Software

A review of new sports software that lets couch potatoes feel like athletes.

Cyber Dating

One of the most popular early uses of the Internet was finding a date. This program looks at some of the first sites tha

Consumer Electronics Show 1997

On-location coverage of the 1997 annual winter Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

Airline Magazine Software

E-Mail

Computers and the Disabled

The computer revolution was great, but it presented real challenges to disabled people who found new barriers to accessi

Cyber Music

A review of hardware and software that can turn your personal computer into a music studio.

SPA Codie Awards 1997

Coverage of the 1997 annual Codie Awards presented by the Software Publishers Association.

Cyber Art

Cyber Security

With more and more computers becoming terminals on the internet, concerns were growing for internet security.

Website Creation

Computer Bowl IX: Part 1

Computer Bowl IX: Part 2

Internet Showcase Special

Push Technology

As the Internet evolved, the big buzzword became "push", as in push information down to you and not wait for you pull it

Internet Advertising

Java Tools

The rise of the web created an opportunity for a programming language that was independent of the user platform. Java wa

Virtual Universities

With the growing sophistication of the Internet, colleges and universities started to build an online curriculum to enab

Cyber Fiction

The advent of the computer and the internet provided a totally new platform for story telling. This program looks at a n

ETRE Conference Budapest: Part 1

ETRE Conference Budapest: Part 2

Electronic Commerce

A look at the growing business of electronic commerce based on computers and the internet.

Battle of the Browsers

When Microsoft started giving away Internet Explorer, it became a serious challenger for Netscape. This program looked a

Consumer's Buying Guide

Comdex Special 1997

A review of new products introduced at the 1997 annual Comdex trade show in Las Vegas.

Web Plug-Ins

In the early days of the web, you often had to add a variety of applications to make your web browser fully functional.

Cyber Privacy

How do you maintain your privacy and still play in the online world? This program offers some suggestions.

Putting Your Business Online

The internet enabled just about anyone to open up an online business. But how do you do it? This program looks at severa

Online Games

As the web continued to grow, games started moving off the PC and onto the internet.

Home Design Software

CAD software eventually migrated down to home users with tools that let you design the inside and outside of your house.

Storage Solutions

Files were getting bigger and bigger and computer users were struggling to find more efficient ways to store their data.

Internet Showcase, San Diego

My Web Site

Creating your own web site requires a lot of work to be appealing and accessible.

Desktop Video

A review of some of the early hardware and software products for desktop video.

SPA Codie Awards 1998

On-location coverage of the 1998 annual CODIE awards presented by the Software Publishers Association.

Computer Bowl X: Part 1

East meets West in this classic quiz show about computer trivia.

Computer Bowl X: Part 2

The conclusion of this annual quiz show classic on computer trivia in which East meets West.

Digital Living Room

On-location coverage of the 1998 Digital Living Room conference presented by Upside magazine in Laguna Niguel, Californi

Online Travel Planning

Online travel sites grew from just booking planes and hotels to planning exotic adventure trips.

Doc in a Box - Healthcare Software

New software and online resources can turn your computer into a health information center.

Windows 98

The launch of Windows 98 was a major upgrade for Windows users, solving some of the problems of Windows 95.

Mac Update

A look at Apple's turnaround with the return of Steve Jobs and the launches of the sleek new iMac, PowerMac G3, and Mac

Software Secrets

Most software users only take advantage of a small percentage of the features in software packages. This program looks a

Internet Video Telephony

After the Internet was around for a few years, people figured out that it was also a phone system and you could use your

ETRE Conference Lisbon: Part 1

Coverage of the 1998 annual European Technology Roundtable Exhibition in Lisbon, Portugal.

ETRE Conference Lisbon: Part 2

[Part 2] Coverage of the 1998 annual European Technology Roundtable Exhibition in Lisbon, Portugal.

Web Radio

The Internet is changing the world of radio as thousands of radio stations around the world go online.

Consumer's Buying Guide

PDAs and Handhelds

The Palm Pilot launched a successful generation of handheld devices and personal digital assistants or PDAs.

Bill Gates Profile

An up-close and personal profile of Microsoft chairman Bill Gates.

Comdex Special 1998

A look at some of the best new products introduced at the 1998 annual COMDEX show in Las Vegas.

E-Commerce

A look at the growing field of electronic commerce. Shot on location at the Peoplesoft ecommerce conference in Florida.

3D Graphics

A review of the state of the art in three dimensional graphics technology in 1999.

Digital Photography

Computing for Parents

For parents, computers are a blessing and a threat. They're great for learning and entertainment but potentially a gatew

Tax Preparation Software

Fixing Your PC

A user's going to doing basic repairs on your computer hardware and software.

Speech Technology

Demonstrations of the latest in speech recognition technology in 1999.

Internet Showcase

On-location coverage of Upside's Internet Showcase conference in San Diego, one of the first trade shows focusing only o

Y2K

As I-T people across the country geared up for potential Y2K problems at the end of the year, we reviewed several consum

SPA Codie Awards 1999

Coverage of the 1999 annual Codie Awards presentations from the Software and Information Industry Association, recognizi

Programming Languages

A look at a variety of interesting programming languages being used for personal computers in 1999.

Creativity Software

Computers have evolved from number crunching machines to word processors to creativity tools.

E-Mail Update

A user's guide to new email tools. Demonstrations include Eudora Pro 4.1, Attachment Opener 2.0, Conversions Plus 4.6, M

Computer Games

Computer games are not only fun but they, perhaps more than any other application, push the edge of computing power. We

DVDs

Focus on DVD technology. Topics include the Sony Vaio PC with DVD ROM drive, Sony DVD ROM drive kit, Panasonic external

TV Meets PC

Computer Crime

Is your PC safe from crime? Whether it's a computer virus via email, hackers breaking into your web site, or you using y

Digital Home Movies

Can you produce the next generation of The Blair Witch Project at home on your computer? We'll show you some of the tric

Robots

Robots are used to deactivate bombs, to do work in outer space, to work on assembly lines, and just for fun. We'll learn

Consumer's Buying Guide

Our annual round-up of the latest and greatest software, hardware, websites, and gadgets, reviewed by a panel of journal

ETRE Conference Monaco: Part 1

The 1999 European Technology Roundtable Exposition, (ETRE), a gathering of the most prominent computer CEO's and analyst

ETRE Conference Monaco: Part 2

This week, Computer Chronicles concludes its coverage of the 1999 European Technology Roundtable Exhibition, (ETRE), fro

Comdex Special 1999

We have scouted the floor of the world's biggest computer trade show, COMDEX, in Las Vegas. We've invited the best of th

Copyright Issues Online

The Internet has created a place where it is easy to find information and art to share. But what about copyright issues?

Home Networks

A look at home network options including devices that let you share your peripherals just by using your existing electri

ETRE Conference Monaco: Part 3

This week, on the Computer Chronicles, we take you to Monte Carlo for the conclusion of a special three-part series on t

Faster Net Access

Most home PC users use their telephone line to connect to the Internet. But there are other options like cable, DSL, and

Music on the PC

Whether you wish to learn to play an instrument, compose a song, download MP3 files, or just find out fun facts about yo

Computers without Keyboards

The keyboard is a rather primitive way to communicate with a computer. This program looks at several alternatives.

Internet Showcase Special: Part 1

Highlights from Upside's Internet Showcase conference, from Palm Springs, California. A review of new web sites and inte

Internet Showcase Special: Part 2

Highlights of the 2000 Internet Showcase conference produced by Upside magazine. Shot on location in Palm Springs, Calif

Cooking with Your PC

There are software programs and online resources to allow you to cook like an expert chef, learn about food, and show yo

Online Investing

Everybody seems to be trading stocks and bonds online these days. We'll show you how you make a trade, how to integrate

Computers and Politics

A review of the use of PCs and the Internet in political campaigns, including a comparison of candidate sites, a look in

User Group Dayton Special

Digital Living Room: Part 1

What will day-to-day life be like when our homes are wired, when we all have broadband pipes, and when everything that s

Digital Living Room: Part 2

ETRE Conference Prague: Part 1

Highlights of the 2000 annual European Technology Roundtable Exhibition from Prague. This is the premiere annual gatheri

ETRE Conference Prague: Part 2

The second part of a three part series on the annual European Technology Roundtable Exhibition held in Prague. ETRE is t

Consumer's Buying Guide

The annual guide to the coolest new computer products on the market. Products reviewed include new digital cameras, MP3

MP3 Secrets

We will show you the basics of how to find MP3's on the net, portable mp3 players, and how to burn your own music CDs.

ETRE Conference Prague: Part 3

Part three of the coverage of the 2000 annual European Technololgy Roundtable Exhbition held in Prague.

Online Gaming

Computer games are not only fun but they, perhaps more than any other application, push the edge of computing power. We

Privacy Online

This week we're going to help you preserve your privacy in the wired world. We cover the topic of cookies and we look at

REPEAT

High Tech Hawaii: Part 1

[Part 1] A surprising look at high tech companies and research in the Aloha state. Shot on location on Maui, Kauai, Oahu

High Tech Hawaii: Part 2

Part two of this four-part series on high technology work in Hawaii.

High Tech Hawaii: Part 3

High Tech Hawaii: Part 4

The final episode in this four-part series on new hi-tech development in Hawaii.

Creating Your Own Web Site

We tell you the tools and the software needed so you can claim your spot on the Internet. From importing pictures to you

Consumer Electronics Show 2001

On-location coverage of the annual Consumer Electronics Show from Las Vegas in 2001.

Wireless Technology

Wireless technology is rapidly evolving and playing an increasing role in the lives of people throughout the world. In a

Finding a Job Online

We're going to explore some of the tools online to help you find that perfect job. Meet of the people involved and some

Security and Viruses

Just the thought of a possible computer virus is enough to chill any computer user. Meet the people at the front lines i

Online Universities

More and more people are turning to the Internet to help further their education. We'll be bringing you highlights from

Guide to Online Auctions

Ultimate Gaming PC

A look at the state of PC gaming circa 2001.

Interactive TV

As computers and televisions merged in the year 2000, new applications were developed that combined TV quality video wit

Technology and the Church: Part 1

Technology and the Church: Part 2

This week we continue with part two in our series on how religious groups, other non-profits or community groups can use

Technology and the Church: Part 3

In our final installment of our three part series on technology and the church, we continue to tell you about how church

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Easy Webcams

ETRE Conference Rome 2001: Part 1

The big topic of discussion was the future of the economy and lots of optimism comes from the tech industry experts abou

ETRE Conference Rome: Part 2

In part two of our coverage of the European Technology Roundtable and Exhibition in Rome, we start off with the telecom

ETRE Conference Rome: Part 3

"I told you so." In 2001, Silicon Valley experts doubted that Carly Fiorina's plan for HP to acquire Compaq would work.

ETRE Conference Rome: Part 4

In our final show on the European Technology Roundtable and Exhibition in Rome we wrap up what leaders in the technology

Medical Technology: Part 1

A look at how computer technology is changing medical research and medical practice.

Medical Technology: Part 2

Operating System & Browser Updates

The new features of Windows XP are demonstrated and compared against Mac OS X. Also introduced are Apple's new iPod and

Computers and the 2002 Olympics: Part 1

Computers and the 2002 Olympics: Part 2

In this second half of a special series, Computer Chronicles continues to reveal the high-tech innovations that were beh

Online Travel Tips

Preventing Spam

The guests present methods to protect against spyware and spam, your email's notorious enemy.

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High Tech Singapore: Part 1

High Tech Singapore: Part 2

High Tech Singapore: Part 3