About 5G Interference in Airplane Systems with Special Guest Brian Hoffman

About 5G Interference in Airplane Systems with Special Guest Brian Hoffman

Author: Daily Tech News Show November 18, 2021 Duration: 20:20

Tom interviews computer scientist and airline Captain Brian Hoffman about why 5G may interfere with your flying plans and what's being done to fix it.

Featuring Tom Merritt and Brian Hoffman.


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Ever feel like you need a guide to make sense of the relentless stream of tech news? Know a Little More is that guide. Coming from the team behind the Daily Tech News Show, this podcast offers a quieter, deeper space where host Tom Merritt unpacks a single technology topic in each episode. The goal isn't to bombard you with every detail, but to provide clarity and context, helping you grasp the essentials of subjects that shape our world. You'll hear thoughtful explanations that break down complex ideas into understandable parts, whether it's the mechanics of a new chip architecture, the implications of a major software update, or the societal impact of emerging platforms. This isn't about hot takes or rushed headlines; it's about building a foundational understanding so you can form your own informed opinions. Tune in when you want to move beyond the surface noise and truly comprehend the forces driving change. Each session is designed to leave you feeling more confident and curious, having added a solid piece of knowledge to your mental toolkit. For anyone looking to demystify the digital landscape, this podcast serves as a reliable and engaging resource.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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About Xerox Alto [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:55
A computer designed to be used with a mouse, keyboard, monitor, and printer could sound like any computer you've used, all made possible by a graphical user interface used on the Xerox Alto. Tom explores its history.Feat…
About Smalltalk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:17
The way you interact with computers was probably shaped by a small team working at Xerox in the 1970s. Tom explains the history of Smalltalk.Featuring Tom Merritt.Full transcript here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv…
About Laser Printers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:58
From room-sized machines to barely an inconvenience on your desk, laser printers are in nearly every office. But where did they start? Tom explores the origins of the laser printer.Featuring Tom Merritt.Full transcript h…
About Ethernet [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:46
Computers talk to each other via networking, most commonly over a wired ethernet connection. Tom explains how that started and why it was such a breakthrough.Featuring Tom Merritt.Full transcript here. Hosted on Acast. S…
About Xerox PARC [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:24
In 1969, the chief scientist at Xerox, Jack Goldman, decided to found a west-coast research center in Palo Alto, right down the road from Engelbart's SRI. Xerox's Palo Alto Research Center or PARC was far enough from hea…
About GPUs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:09
Tom explains what GPUs are, why they are different than CPUs, and how they kinda just evolved into a product.Featuring Tom Merritt.Full episode transcript here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information…
About Login [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:15
Tom discusses the origin of the term "log in", it's early use, and how it became something most of us do every day.Featuring Tom Merritt.Full transcript can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
About Virtual Korea [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:36
The last 120 years or so have seen tons of change for Korea, but what does the future hold? Tom shares what one heir is doing with their legacy.Featuring Tom Merritt.Episode transcript here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…
About ChatGPT [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:45
The predictive capabilities of ChatGPT and other programs based on Large Language Models really seem to infer an artificial intelligence. How do the applications work...and are they sentient? Tom explains why you shouldn…
About ByteDance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:39
With all the talk about banning TikTok in the United States, Tom dives in to explain who actually owns and controls its parent company, ByteDance, and why there's so much discourse about security.Featuring Tom Merritt.Fu…