Computer Chronicles

Season 17

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The most popular television program about consumer technology during the rise of the personal computer revolution from 1983 to 2002. Episodes featured interviews with luminaries from the tech industry.

Where to Watch Season 17

23 Episodes

  • Gaming (Computer Games)
    E4
    Gaming (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.
  • DVD 101 (DVDs)
    E5
    DVD 101 (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.
  • Computer Crime
    E7
    Computer CrimeIs 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
    E8
    Digital Home MoviesCan 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
    E9
    RobotsRobots 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 1999
    E10
    Consumer's Buying Guide 1999Our 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
    E11
    ETRE Conference Monaco: Part 1The 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. Computer Chronicles goes on location to meet the leaders of high-tech, to talk about Internet's influence, and the general future of e-commerce.
  • ETRE Conference Monaco: Part 2
    E12
    ETRE Conference Monaco: Part 2This 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
    E13
    Comdex Special 1999We 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
    E16
    Copyright Issues OnlineThe 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?
  • Home Networking
    E17
    Home NetworkingA look at home network options including devices that let you share your peripherals just by using your existing electrical outlets.
  • ETRE Conference Monaco: Part 3
    E18
    ETRE Conference Monaco: Part 3This 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
    E19
    Faster Net AccessMost 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
    E20
    Music on the PCWhether 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
    E21
    Computers without KeyboardsThe keyboard is a rather primitive way to communicate with a computer. This program looks at several alternatives including Dragon Naturally Speaking, Dragon Mobile Organizer, Auto PC, InfoGation Odussey, InfoGation Phonebase, BeVocal, Force Feedback joystick from Microsoft, Razor Boomslang mouse, EverGlide Mouse Pad, Interact Starfire Lightblaster, and Sega's Fishing Controller.
  • Internet Showcase Special (2000): Part 1
    E22
    Internet Showcase Special (2000): Part 1Highlights from Upside's Internet Showcase conference, from Palm Springs, California. A review of new web sites and internet related products.
  • Internet Showcase Special (2000): Part 2
    E23
    Internet Showcase Special (2000): Part 2Highlights of the 2000 Internet Showcase conference produced by Upside magazine. Shot on location in Palm Springs, California.
  • Cooking with Your PC
    E24
    Cooking with Your PCThere 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.
  • Day Trading (Online Investing)
    E27
    Day Trading (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 (2000)
    E28
    Computers and Politics (2000)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's Group Special (Dayton)
    E29
    User's Group Special (Dayton)
  • Digital Living Room 2000 Part 1
    E44
    Digital Living Room 2000 Part 1What 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 2000 Part 2
    E46
    Digital Living Room 2000 Part 2

Cast of Computer Chronicles • Season 17

  • Stewart CheifetSelf - Host

 

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