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The best coronavirus map: Numbers, news and warnings in one place

The COVID-19 pandemic is expected to stretch all the way into 2022, which means keeping track of case numbers and news updates is more important than ever. And now, this newly-released online dashboard makes it easy to do. You can monitor the latest updates including news reports, statistics and economic impacts all in one place.

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Move over, Zoom: Google’s video conferencing is now free for everyone

Zoom has been the undisputed king of the video conferencing platforms since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, but Google might be in line to capture the throne. Google Meet, an integral part of G Suite, is now available to the general public free of charge. It's much more secure than Zoom and has a few extra features to keep trolls out.

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Windows 10 warning: Don’t become a malware target

If you're thinking about pirating movies and shows or streaming them from sketchy websites, stop what you're doing right now! Microsoft is issuing a dire warning that hackers are using malicious download files to spread viruses, Bitcoin miners and more. Here's what you need to watch out for and how to stream safely.

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Coronavirus: How trends are shaping the future – DIY broadband internet We’re staying six feet apart, gas is cheap and the middle seat on airplanes may be empty for a while yet. But what about our businesses and our future? Where is it headed? Kim talks with Steph Smith, Senior Analyst at the Hustle, about which trends are worth watching to make sense of the complicated world we find ourselves in. Plus, meet Nate Walowitz, the regional coordinator and creator of Project THOR. After getting fed up with slow satellite internet options, western Colorado residents took matters into their own hands to build 481 miles of broadband internet. Find out how this $2.6 million project came to be. Tap or click to listen to the latest Komando On Demand. →

Coronavirus: How trends are shaping the future – DIY broadband internet

We’re staying six feet apart, gas is cheap and the middle seat on airplanes may be empty for a while yet. But what about our businesses and our future? Where is it headed? Kim talks with Steph Smith, Senior Analyst at the Hustle, about which trends are worth watching to make sense of the complicated world we find ourselves in.

Plus, meet Nate Walowitz, the regional coordinator and creator of Project THOR. After getting fed up with slow satellite internet options, western Colorado residents took matters into their own hands to build 481 miles of broadband internet. Find out how this $2.6 million project came to be.

Tap or click to listen to the latest Komando On Demand. →

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The real tech behind farming

When you think about farming you might not think of intricate technology. But, you would be wrong. Watch as this woman explains all of the tech inside of modern-day farming equipment and how it all works together.

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Game Over: Man builds son custom arcade cabinet with 500 titles

Gamers are always complaining that the cost of consoles and games has increased over the years. Compared to the days of arcades, an at-home machine running multiple titles is nothing to scoff at. But what happens when you want an authentic retro gaming experience with modern conveniences?

Well, one child in England found out first hand when his father surprised him with the ultimate gift: a fully-loaded arcade cabinet featuring over 500 classic games. Using a Raspberry Pi computer and an old Atari processor, Steve Addison crafted the super gadget in his home and filled it with titles spanning more than two decades. Now, his son Felix is finding his time in quarantine a whole lot more entertaining. Best dad ever?

With so much free time on his hands, maybe Felix can beat Pac Man. Is that even possible?

Tap or click here to meet the man who actually beat Pac Man. →