Computer Chronicles Season 17, Episode 12: Home Networks

Computer Games

Computer games are not only fun but they, perhaps more than any other application, push the edge of computing power. We take a look at the latest in computer games and dedicated game consoles.

DVDs

Focus on DVD technology. Topics include the Sony Vaio PC with DVD ROM drive, Sony DVD ROM drive kit, Panasonic external DVD RAM drive, HP Pavillion PC with a Panasonic DVD RAM drive and a Sigma Designs card.

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 your credit card to buy something online, you are not safe from crime just because you're at home.

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 tricks of personal computers these days that you can use to turn your ideas into real movies.

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 how to build a robot at home and discuss the future of robotics.

Consumer's Buying Guide

Our annual round-up of the latest and greatest software, hardware, websites, and gadgets, reviewed by a panel of journalists and analysts. Just in time for holiday buying ideas for your favorite techie - or yourself.

ETRE Conference Monaco: Part 1

The 1999 European Technology Roundtable Exposition, (ETRE), a gathering of the most prominent computer CEO's and analysts, was hosted by Dasar and held recently in Monaco.

ETRE Conference Monaco: Part 2

This week, Computer Chronicles concludes its coverage of the 1999 European Technology Roundtable Exhibition, (ETRE), from Monte Carlo with an in-depth interview of Bill Gates of Microsoft.

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 the best to come into our studio to give you an in-depth demonstration of the latest innovations in personal computing.

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? Is everything free for the asking online?

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 the 10th anniversary of the ETRE conference, the European Technology Roundtable and Exhibition.

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 satellite connections as well as the latest high-speed telephone modems.

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 your favorite musician, there's software, hardware, and many Internet sites for you.

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 internet related products.

Internet Showcase Special: Part 2

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

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 you how to have a more nutritious meal.

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 your investments into your personal finance software and some websites that can help you make wise investment choices.

Computers and Politics

A review of the use of PCs and the Internet in political campaigns, including a comparison of candidate sites, a look inside a Senatorial campaign, and the prospects of on-line voting. Produced during the 2000 elections campaign season.

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 surrounds us has been transformed from the world of atoms to the world of bits?

Digital Living Room: Part 2