Know How

Season 1

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Get the know how to make technology work for you. Fr. Robert Ballecer and Bryan Burnett show you tech projects that you can do yourself and explain everything from tech basics to advanced techniques. Send your questions and suggestions to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 408-800-KNOW.

New episodes every Monday at 6:00pm Eastern / 3:00pm Pacific / 22:00 UTC and Thursday at 2:00pm Eastern / 11:00am Pacific / 18:00 UTC.

Where to Watch Season 1

300 Episodes

Roll Your Own Cloud
E1
Roll Your Own CloudAccess your files from anywhere, once you Know How to roll your own cloud.
Jailbreaking and Rooting
E2
Jailbreaking and RootingAfter this project, you'll know how to jailbreak your iOS device or root your Kindle Fire. You'll definitely want to try this at home.
Flash Your Router's Firmware
E3
Flash Your Router's FirmwareToday you'll be able to unleash the power of your router using DD-WRT. You'll know how to flash your router's firmware!
Setting up a Media Server
E4
Setting up a Media ServerGet the know how to access your movies and music around the house by easily setting up a media server.
Resurrect an old PC with Linux
E5
Resurrect an old PC with LinuxGet the know how to take your old PC and give it a new life.
Make Your Tech Life More Secure
E6
Make Your Tech Life More SecureToday, Leo and Iyaz show you ways to keep your online stuff safer by making your tech life more secure.
Soldering
E7
SolderingSoldering is an essential skill to learn if you like to mess with hardware. Find out how to solder in today's episode!
Portable Apps
E8
Portable AppsPortable apps let you bring your favorite programs with you where ever you go. Find out how to use portable apps on Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux!
Build a Virtual Machine
E9
Build a Virtual MachineVirtual machines allow you to try out all kinds of operating systems without having to muck with your hard drive or setting up a multi-boot system. Find out how to run virtual machines in today's episode.
Upgrade Your Retina MacBook Pro
E10
Upgrade Your Retina MacBook ProUpgrading the SSD in the newest MacBook Pro is much easier than you think. Leo shows Iyaz how easy it is in this episode.
Ditch Your Landline Phone
E11
Ditch Your Landline PhoneMake calls online instead of using your landline. Leo and Iyaz look into solutions they've used to make calls over the internet instead of having a plain old telephone service.
Make Your Computer a DVR
E12
Make Your Computer a DVRToss out your DVR and save some money. Today, Leo and Iyaz show you how to make your PC record your favorite television shows and movies.
Portable-ize Your Desktop PC
E13
Portable-ize Your Desktop PCMake your desktop PC portable! Ryan Marsh guests to show off his desktop PC built into a case that he can take almost anywhere.
Set up a VPN
E14
Set up a VPNLet's set up a VPN to get two computers to talk to each other.
To Build a PC
E15
To Build a PCBuild your own PC! Find out how to pick components and put together your own custom machine.
Staying Connected without a Cell Phone
E16
Staying Connected without a Cell PhoneLive an Internet-connected life without a cell phone. Tom Merritt joins Iyaz to talk about how to go data-only!
Get Free HDTV
E17
Get Free HDTVGet HD television shows with an over-the-air antenna! You'll get the know how to cut the cord entirely and you'll still be able to watch sports and live events!
Make a Hackintosh!
E18
Make a Hackintosh!Run OS X on your PC if you dare. We'll show you the best resources to use to create your own Hackintosh.
Emergency Gadgets
E19
Emergency GadgetsPut your emergency kit together and don't forget the gadgets. Tom Merritt shows everyone what's in his ready bag!
Make the web work for you
E20
Make the web work for youUse IFTTT to make the web work for you with guest co-host Tom Merritt!
Arduino 101
E21
Arduino 101Get started in physical electronics! Today you'll know how to program your first Arduino project.
Back up your DVDs
E22
Back up your DVDsToday, we're taking our DVDs and backing them up. Then we're going to play them on the AppleTV.
Podcast 101
E23
Podcast 101Find out everything you need to know to start your own podcast in today's episode.
Fix Your Parents' Computer
E24
Fix Your Parents' ComputerWe've collected the tools, tricks, and tips that Leo and Iyaz found work best to fix an ailing machine.
Best of 2012
E25
Best of 2012We bring you the must Know How tips from 2012.
Get Fit with Tech
E26
Get Fit with TechWe'll help you stay in shape using technology. There are lot of options out there, so we took a look at a whole bunch so you can find the right tech tool for the job.
Clean Up Your Music Library
E27
Clean Up Your Music LibraryMake your music library super clean. Find out how to add missing album art and all kinds of music data on today's episode!
Child-friendly Android
E28
Child-friendly AndroidTired of sharing your phone with your kid? Today, you'll know how to customize a phone for your child!
DIY Teleprompter
E29
DIY TeleprompterMake your own teleprompter for a lot less than buying one. You'll need tools and some elbow grease, but it's a lot of fun.
Mount a TV
E30
Mount a TVWall-mounting a television can be daunting, but we'll give you the know how to do it like a pro!
Make a Raspberry Pi Media Center with XBMC
E31
Make a Raspberry Pi Media Center with XBMCWe've got XBMC running on our Raspberry Pi. Find out how to install XBMC and how it performed in this episode!
Make Windows 8 Act Like Windows 7
E32
Make Windows 8 Act Like Windows 7We'll show you a bunch of ways you can add functionality back to Windows 8.
Ubuntu Touch on the Nexus 7
E33
Ubuntu Touch on the Nexus 7Install Ubuntu Touch, get a feel for it, and find out how to put your Nexus back to Android in this episode.
Set Up Wireless Audio
E34
Set Up Wireless AudioTired of trying to listen to music from your phone's little speaker? Today you'll know how to set up wireless audio!
Organize Your Photos
E35
Organize Your PhotosYou've got tons of photos everywhere! Find out the tricks and tips to collect and organize all of your pics.
Simple Home Automation using the Belkin WeMo
E36
Simple Home Automation using the Belkin WeMoGet an intro to home automation using a Belkin WeMo connected to IFTTT!
Upgrade your Mac Pro
E37
Upgrade your Mac ProWe're going to do something Apple hasn't done in a long time - we're going to upgrade a Mac Pro.
Expand Your Network
E38
Expand Your NetworkMake your network reach new places! Russell Tammany gives us the know how to build a client bridge.
Organize Your Cloud
E39
Organize Your CloudYour data is all over the place in the cloud. Learn how you can find your cloud stuff from one location!
Overclocking 101
E40
Overclocking 101Get more performance out of your PC. Ryan Shrout joins us on how you can overclock your computer.
Make your Phone Into a Computer
E41
Make your Phone Into a ComputerDid you know you could have a full PC in your pocket? Today, you'll know how to make your phone into your computer!
Video Compression with Handbrake
E42
Video Compression with HandbrakeLearn how to use the free, cross-platform video converter Handbrake to get the best results.
Encrypt Your Data with TrueCrypt
E43
Encrypt Your Data with TrueCryptFind out how to make sure no one but you can read your data using TrueCrypt.
Cameras 101
E44
Cameras 101ISO? Aperture? Huh? Find out how to make the most of your digital camera in this episode.
Set up a Minecraft Server
E45
Set up a Minecraft ServerOMGcraft's Chad Johnson is here to show us how to set up a Minecraft server. It's easier than you think!
Make a Home Studio
E46
Make a Home StudioEver wanted to make your own shows or podcasts? Today, you'll know how to make a home studio!
Calibrating Your TV
E47
Calibrating Your TVIf you own a TV, you should watch this episode. Today you'll know how to calibrate your TV!
Backing Up & Rooting Your Samsung Galaxy S3
E48
Backing Up & Rooting Your Samsung Galaxy S3Iyaz puts his personal phone on the line. We'll back up then try to root a Samsung Galaxy S3.
Loading ROMs on Your Samsung Galaxy S3
E49
Loading ROMs on Your Samsung Galaxy S3We're going to remove TouchWiz from this Galaxy S3. Today you'll know how to load ROMs on your Samsung Galaxy S3.
Encrypt your email with PGP
E50
Encrypt your email with PGPShannon Morse came by to help us make our mail more secure. Find out how easy it is to encrypt your email using PGP.
Digitizing Books
E51
Digitizing BooksIf you've got a big paper book library, did you know you can digitize it without destroying it? It's possible. Check out how to digitize a book!
Setting up a Blog
E52
Setting up a BlogTired of the weird changes to Twitter and Facebook? Today, you'll know how to set up your own blog.
OwnCloud
E53
OwnCloudOwnCloud is an open source alternative to Dropbox. Find out how you can set it up in this episode!
How to Fix a Cracked Touch Screen Phone
E54
How to Fix a Cracked Touch Screen PhoneBurke McQuinn drops by to show us how to replace the glass on a smartphone.
Make Your Phone Into a Universal Remote
E55
Make Your Phone Into a Universal RemoteGet rid of your physical remotes and control everything with your phone or tablet. See all your options in this episode!
Securing Your Smartphone
E56
Securing Your SmartphoneTerrified that your phone may fall into the hands of evildoers? Today you'll know how to secure your phone in case you lose it.
Turn Your Android into a Spy Cam
E57
Turn Your Android into a Spy CamYou demanded it! Today you'll know how to make your Android into a surveillance camera!
Switching from iOS to Android
E58
Switching from iOS to AndroidIf you've been curious about Android devices, it's easier to switch than you think. Shannon Morse comes by to help out.
Video Game Front Ends
E59
Video Game Front EndsToday we're going to show you how to watch videos from your local network on your video game system.
Video Editing with an iPad
E60
Video Editing with an iPadIf you take video with your phone or tablet, why not make an amazing video? Today you'll know how to edit video using an iPad.
VLANs, Podcasting Rigs, & More!
E61
VLANs, Podcasting Rigs, & More!How to Make a VLANs, Brainstorming a Portable Podcasting Rig, and the ioSafe N2 NAS!
Assembling a Reprogrammable LED Electronic Kit
E62
Assembling a Reprogrammable LED Electronic KitToday you'll learn how to make an electronic LED project, and special guest Scott Wilkinson shows us how to Calibrate your home theater!
How to Build a Portable Podcasting Rig and Wiretapping with Wireshark
E63
How to Build a Portable Podcasting Rig and Wiretapping with WiresharkHow to Build a Portable Podcasting Rig, Wiretapping with Wireshark, and More!
Audio Calibration and Wiretapping 101
E64
Audio Calibration and Wiretapping 101Today you'll know how to tap your network using Wireshark, how to fine tune your home theater audio, and more.
Power Your Gadgets with Fire & Locating Your Electronics
E65
Power Your Gadgets with Fire & Locating Your ElectronicsDeep space exploration, power your gadgets with fire, locate your lost or stolen devices, and more.
How to Build a Raspberry Pi MAME (1) and Choosing Your Podcasting Mic
E66
How to Build a Raspberry Pi MAME (1) and Choosing Your Podcasting MicWhat kind of microphone is best for you, build your own raspberry pi MAME, how ROMs are made, and more.
Trick or Treat! Choosing an SSD and Iyaz's Favorite Tech Pranks
E67
Trick or Treat! Choosing an SSD and Iyaz's Favorite Tech PranksA special Halloween episode full of tech pranks, and all you need to know when choosing a SSD.
How to Make a Data-Only Phone and Your Own Mobile VPN
E68
How to Make a Data-Only Phone and Your Own Mobile VPNIn today's episode, Iyaz shows you how to create a data-only phone, Padre explains mobile VPN solutions and more!
Choosing your Podcasting Camera and Building a Raspberry Pi MAME (2)
E69
Choosing your Podcasting Camera and Building a Raspberry Pi MAME (2)How to choose the perfect podcasting camera for you, and build your own Raspberry Pi MAME inside a NES case.
Fun with Thermocouples and Organizing Your Ripped DVDs
E70
Fun with Thermocouples and Organizing Your Ripped DVDsWe're making power with thermocouples and it's time to organize your ripped DVD collection.
Importing Analog Video & Editing with Premiere Pro
E71
Importing Analog Video & Editing with Premiere ProIn this episode, you'll learn how to digitize your analog content and then how to edit it using a non-linear editor.
Network Videos on a Roku and Choosing the Monitor for Your Podcast
E72
Network Videos on a Roku and Choosing the Monitor for Your PodcastToday, we're going to show you how to play networked video on a Roku and tell you what you should know about studio monitoring.
How to Build a Professional Green Screen and Adobe Premiere (2)
E73
How to Build a Professional Green Screen and Adobe Premiere (2)Learn what it takes to build your own green screen, and part two of how to use Adobe Premier.
Replace your Macbook Drive with an SSD and Basic Crypto Mining
E74
Replace your Macbook Drive with an SSD and Basic Crypto MiningReplacing your Macbook optical drive with a second hard drive, and learn the basics to mining cryptocurrency.
GreenScreen Basics in Adobe Premier and Upgrading Your Dogeminer
E75
GreenScreen Basics in Adobe Premier and Upgrading Your DogeminerLearn the basics of Green Screen using Premier, a quick tip for Chrome, and upgrade your Dogeminer.
GoPro TimeLapse Basics, Fixing your Dogecoin Miner, and Wireless 101
E76
GoPro TimeLapse Basics, Fixing your Dogecoin Miner, and Wireless 101Simple how to GoPro timelapse, cooling your Dogecoin miner, fixing block chain syncing, basic 2.4Ghz wireless setup, and more.
Mavericks USB Boot Drive, RasPi WebCam, and Home Router Basics
E77
Mavericks USB Boot Drive, RasPi WebCam, and Home Router BasicsMake your own Bootable OS X Mavericks USB Drive, build a Raspberry Pi WebCam, and learn Home Router Basics.
FreeNAS
E78
FreeNASGot a few old computers lying around? Want an enterprise-level storage box? Expert guest Patrick Norton shows us how to create a FreeNAS using old system parts.
Reviving your Hard Drive
E79
Reviving your Hard DriveLearn how to rescue your data from a dying hard drive, and answering viewer questions about using a USB Drive FreeNAS.
Geeky Valentines Gift and Cantenna
E80
Geeky Valentines Gift and CantennaMake a animated LED necklace for Valentines Day, what hard drive to use in a FreeNAS box, and build a Cantenna.
Viewer Feedback and Speeding up DNS
E81
Viewer Feedback and Speeding up DNSWe discuss getting rid of space junk with a tractor beam, viewer feedback straight from Google Plus, and speed up your DNS.
RasPi Web Server and Panning Timelapse
E82
RasPi Web Server and Panning TimelapseCryptocurrencies wasted energy, a Raspberry Pi Web Server, and use an egg timer for time-lapsing.
Linux on a USB and Sound Controlled LED
E83
Linux on a USB and Sound Controlled LEDWhy you should understand DNS, make a bootable Linux OS on a USB, and control a string of LED's using TIP31 transistors.
Titanfall Rig and Monitoring Networks
E84
Titanfall Rig and Monitoring NetworksJoin the OC Hackerz Hackathon in Irvine California, prepare your computer for Titanfall, and network monitoring tips to see who's hogging your data.
Feedback and Mobile Podcasting Rig
E85
Feedback and Mobile Podcasting RigWe answer questions from our Google Plus Community, and build a mobile Podcasting Rig.
Knowledge Is a Dangerous Thing
E86
Knowledge Is a Dangerous ThingLearn how to prank your network friends and go back to the future to upgrade your Mac.
Titanfall Goat-Bloat Simulator in Low Def
E87
Titanfall Goat-Bloat Simulator in Low DefWe discuss Titanfall's clever anti-cheat system, tweaks to make your games run and look better, get rid of Adobe bloat, and creating the ultimate low def effect.
Soldering 101... with a DJI Drone
E88
Soldering 101... with a DJI DroneIn this episode of "Know How", Patrick Delahanty fills in for Bryan, who is currently high in the Himalayas, looking for a secret cache of Dogecoins. While he's gone, we learn some basic Soldering with Mark "Smitty" Smith, take a sneak peek at the new HD Drone from DJI, then show you how to properly publish your new Podcast.
Heartbleed, LastPass, and Make Windows Faster
E89
Heartbleed, LastPass, and Make Windows FasterThe Heartbleed exploit explained with jellybeans, tweak Windows 7 or 8 for extra speed, manage your passwords with LastPass, and a first look at the WRT 1900AC.
Project Ara, Feedback and Heartbleed Demo
E90
Project Ara, Feedback and Heartbleed DemoProject Ara is a modular smartphone concept, viewer feedback from our G+ community, Heartbleed in action, and more!
F1 Turbo, Solar Powered Rasp Pi, and Goat Sim Tips
E91
F1 Turbo, Solar Powered Rasp Pi, and Goat Sim TipsMercedes is wining F1 with a new twist on an old technology, power your Raspberry Pi with the sun, and Goat Simulator Tips.
Cognitive Radio, OS X Tips, and Make a GIF
E92
Cognitive Radio, OS X Tips, and Make a GIFWill Cognitive Radio be the most advanced form of wireless, OS X tips, make a .gif using Adobe Premiere, and a better way to monitor your camera.
Audi R8 with Lasers, Win8 Tricks, and Titanfall Tips
E93
Audi R8 with Lasers, Win8 Tricks, and Titanfall TipsThe new Audi R8 super car comes with freaking lasers, Windows 8 tricks you should know, and a Titanfall load out for laying waste to your enemies.
Best Action Cams, Mosquito Killing, and Pinewood Derby
E94
Best Action Cams, Mosquito Killing, and Pinewood DerbyWhich action camera is the best for you, a cheap effective Mosquito killing machine, Padre reports back from Maker Faire and shows you how to own at Pinewood Derby.
Solar Roadways and Viewer Feedback
E95
Solar Roadways and Viewer FeedbackAn Indiegogo campaign for solar freakin' roadways, and viewer feedback from our Google Plus Community.
IFTTT
E96
IFTTTFTTT lights with Blink[1], 3-2-1 backup for your data, the best way to travel to space, and a creative way to fix your toilet.
Tractor Beams and Free NAS Plex Server
E97
Tractor Beams and Free NAS Plex ServerHow a tractor beam was created out of beams of ultrasound energy, and build your very own Free NAS Plex Server.
Steam Streaming and Mid Budget PC Build
E98
Steam Streaming and Mid Budget PC BuildHow scientist are making jet fuel using the sun and water, all you need to know for streaming PC games to your living room using Steam Streaming, and what are the best upgrades for a budget PC.
Full Immersion Cooling, Android Tricks, & Remote Control
E99
Full Immersion Cooling, Android Tricks, & Remote ControlFull immersion computer rigs, Android tips & tricks using codes, Do it yourself quadcopter, how does remote control work, and a little girl knows the best way to un-sink a canoe!
RC Power Plant
E100
RC Power PlantAmmonia-Powered Fuel Cells, Synology got Doged - So Hack, Many Malware. Wow RC Power Plant 101
BloomSky, Port Forwarding, and Immersed Computing
E101
BloomSky, Port Forwarding, and Immersed ComputingBloomsky is a weather reporting network, how to port forward, and fully immersed computing.
Intro to Linux, RC Suspension, & ARP Cache Poisoning Attack
E102
Intro to Linux, RC Suspension, & ARP Cache Poisoning AttackWe talk about the new Raspberry Pi B+, expert guest Aaron Newcomb goes over the different flavors of linux, learn how a remote control car suspension works, and put your black hat on for ARP Cache Poisoning Attack.
NFC Tags, Differentials, and Assembling a Transmission
E103
NFC Tags, Differentials, and Assembling a TransmissionVerizon goes symmetrical, what is NFC and how to make your own tags, different types of differentials, and assembling the LunchBox RC car transmission.
Man Made Leaf, Remote Desktop, and Linux Mint
E104
Man Made Leaf, Remote Desktop, and Linux MintMan made leaf, how to use Microsoft Remote Desktop, and part two of getting to know Linux Mint with Aaron Newcomb.
Pizza Machine, Amazon Glacier, and Lunchbox Chassis Assembly
E105
Pizza Machine, Amazon Glacier, and Lunchbox Chassis AssemblyRobot domination is here and is making pizza, what is Amazon Glacier and why would you use it, build along with the Lunchbox RC chassis, and more!
Bad USB, I Am Groot, and Defcon
E106
Bad USB, I Am Groot, and DefconA USB hack that will make you drop your packets, Patrick Delahanty shows how he built the "Baby Groot" out of common parts, see soundwaves, lock picking, and Defcon wrap up.
LunchBox Completed, Download YouTube Videos, and Defcon ITUS
E107
LunchBox Completed, Download YouTube Videos, and Defcon ITUSBad USB vulnerability doesn't affect SD cards, buy why? LunchBox reaches completion, download YouTube videos using Firefox, Keep your connected devices safe from malware with ITUS.
Super Backup, RC Parts List, & Feedback
E108
Super Backup, RC Parts List, & FeedbackBrains for Project Lunchbox, make a super backup, Lunchbox parts list, Dynamic DNS, analyzing wireless, WD Red drives are great for NAS not for your desktop, and more.
Rogue Cell Towers, SSD Upgrade, Linux Part 3, and Android Tips
E109
Rogue Cell Towers, SSD Upgrade, Linux Part 3, and Android TipsFake Cell towers are among us, performance gains from a SSD install, Linux Mint install part three, and Android Tips.
Mouse Without Borders, Busted Screens, and Network Congestion
E110
Mouse Without Borders, Busted Screens, and Network CongestionPadre explains how to clear up your network congestion, how to use a software KVM such as Mouse Without Borders, and Bryan demos how to fix a broken phone screen.
Hacking Scammers, NFC Tags, Fixing WiFI, and PC Upgrade
E111
Hacking Scammers, NFC Tags, Fixing WiFI, and PC UpgradeBack hacking the scammers, using NFC tags with Trigger, fixing your WiFi, and giving your Desktop a memory bump. Now Users can back-hack the scammers!
Bash Bug, GPU Upgrade, and Android Wear
E112
Bash Bug, GPU Upgrade, and Android WearBash exploit allows an attacker to take complete control of a computer, upgrading your Video Card, VLAN's on a personal network, SSD Media Center, and make a custom watch face for your Android Wear Device. Bash, Bash, Bash!
FedEx Fleet, Destiny Tips, & Best PC Upgrade
E113
FedEx Fleet, Destiny Tips, & Best PC UpgradeHow does FedEx save money by going green, tips to help you survive Destiny, and the best upgrade for your PC finale.
Fiber Tapping, Hybrid vs. SSD, and Linux Terminal
E114
Fiber Tapping, Hybrid vs. SSD, and Linux TerminalThe semi-DIY computer named "Kano", Fiber Tapping, Hybrid HD vs SSD, basic Linux terminal commands, and aircraft basics.
Batteries, Tor Bundle, and Quadcopter (1)
E115
Batteries, Tor Bundle, and Quadcopter (1)How rust and nanotubes will make quick charging batteries, basics using the Tor Bundle, and part one of building your own Quadcopter. Let's Talk about Lithium-Ion Batteries!
Hoverboards, Sticky Windows, and Quadcopter (2)
E116
Hoverboards, Sticky Windows, and Quadcopter (2)Hendo Hoverboard is the closest thing to Marty McFly's levitating toy, Google Plus community questions answered, fixing sticky Windows problem, and Part 2 of our Quadcopter series.
Project Loon 2.0, Quad Motors & Props
E117
Project Loon 2.0, Quad Motors & PropsUsing Project Loon as a mesh network, electric motors and which you should use for your quad, Google Plus questions, propeller basics, and more. Remember Project Loon?
Nano Pills, Yosemite USB Install, and LiPo Batteries
E118
Nano Pills, Yosemite USB Install, and LiPo Batteries
Probes, LiPo Charging, and Download YouTube Videos
E119
Probes, LiPo Charging, and Download YouTube VideosProbe lands on a comet, new DJI quadcopter, audio recording options for voiceovers, SSD Drive for laptops, best equipment for recording audio, how to download YouTube Videos, and more!
Pollution Monitor, Feedback, & Quad ESC
E120
Pollution Monitor, Feedback, & Quad ESCWalking pollution monitors, 4k laptops for photo editing, battery basics, calibrating your electronic speed controller, cloud backup for all, Quadcopter avionics, and more.
Mars Mission, Best ESC, Garbage Matting, and Transmitters
E121
Mars Mission, Best ESC, Garbage Matting, and TransmittersWe're going to Mars! Well... eventually, choosing the right Electronic Speed Controller for your quadcopter, Adobe Premier Garbage Matting, and find the best transmitter for your RC adventures. Get to MAAAARS!
3D Printing in Space, Instamorph, Quad Build, & WiFi Help!
E122
3D Printing in Space, Instamorph, Quad Build, & WiFi Help!NASA takes 3D printing into space, moldable plastic called Instamorph, Quadcopter integration, WiFi help, feedback from our Google Plus community, and long exposure photography.
F1 History, Quiet Fans, First Quad Flight, & a Rocket Bike!
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F1 History, Quiet Fans, First Quad Flight, & a Rocket Bike!There once was an F1 car with 6 wheels, how to build a quiet PC, thin client with a Chrome Box, first flight with our quadcopter build, hydrogen peroxide rocket bike, and more!
Best of Know How 2014
E124
Best of Know How 2014It's been a long winding road for Know How this year, we've covered many how to topics ranging from USB boot drives to Quadcopters and much more. Join us in a look back at the best of Know How 2014.
Universal Translator, Kepler, Syma Mods, & Edit Machines
E125
Universal Translator, Kepler, Syma Mods, & Edit MachinesMicrosoft builds a REAL Universal Translator, NASA's "Kepler" is a $600million planet-detecting BEAST and how it's stabilized, Syma X5 quadcopter mods, why TWiT is switching to PC's for editing, and a simple electric train.
Holiday Break, Gallium, Feedback and SSD's
E126
Holiday Break, Gallium, Feedback and SSD'sWhat we did over the holidays, Gallium, soldering tips, capturing PC game play, formatting a SSD, a mini metal foundry and more!
Lasers, 3D Printing, and Feedback
E127
Lasers, 3D Printing, and FeedbackLasers to make metal better, 3D Printing, we'll take a look at all of your quad copter questions, and more!
Racing, Networking, and Going Fast!
E128
Racing, Networking, and Going Fast!Daytona Rolex 24 Hour endurance race, feedback questions, networking hundreds of devices, Epson AR, and more.
Mars Helicopter, Ethernet Wiring, and AR Gaming
E129
Mars Helicopter, Ethernet Wiring, and AR GamingJPL is working on a multi-rotor craft to deploy on Mars rover missions, everything you need to know for setting up your own LAN, AR Gaming, and more.
RasPi 2, Instamorph, and Home Build Router
E130
RasPi 2, Instamorph, and Home Build RouterThe new Pi is out, revisiting Instamorph, viewer feedback, and building your own router.
Future of Solar, Fix a DJI Phantom, and Make a Mask
E131
Future of Solar, Fix a DJI Phantom, and Make a MaskSolar power is a great source of energy, fixing your DJI Phantom after you've destroyed it, and Patrick shows us how he made a mask using instamorph.
Wearable Airbag, PWM Explained, & Feedback
E132
Wearable Airbag, PWM Explained, & FeedbackWearable Airbag, Pulse Width Modulation explained, Smitty shows how to make a clock using meters, Google Plus feedback, and more.
Project Alien-X, Arduino Clock, and Network Testers
E133
Project Alien-X, Arduino Clock, and Network TestersNissan introduces the GT-R LM Nismo, Project Alien X, Arduino Clock, Network tester options, and more. Alien-X Parts List
Hybrid Supercars, FPV250 Mods, and a Arduino Clock
E134
Hybrid Supercars, FPV250 Mods, and a Arduino ClockThe Koenigsegg Regera, FPV250 Mods, Arduino Clock, viewer feedback, and more!
Hydrophobic Coatings, Reverse Mouse Fix, and Unbalanced Props
E135
Hydrophobic Coatings, Reverse Mouse Fix, and Unbalanced PropsSuperhydrophobic coatings, how to fix ELAN Reversed Mouse, Arduino Clock part 3, unbalanced props are the #1 reason for "jello" video, and more.
Car Hacking, NAT's VLAN's and AlienX
E136
Car Hacking, NAT's VLAN's and AlienXCar Hacking just got a lot easier, we got NAT in our NAT, when should you use a VLAN, AlienX integration, and more!
Force Fields, DIY Watch, and AlienX
E137
Force Fields, DIY Watch, and AlienXHow force fields will protect you from an explosion, DD-WRT behind a Uverse router, best way to test for bad RAM, crashed quadcopters, AlienX testing, do it yourself watch and the difference between uncompressed and lossy.
Towers Time Forgot, PID Settings, and Feedback
E138
Towers Time Forgot, PID Settings, and FeedbackLearn about the Microwave Radio Relay Skyawy, RasOSMC is awesome, PID settings for your quadcopter, eBook reader that's not a Kindle, getting NAT'ed by your ISP, and a map of no drone fly drones.
Making Snow, XYZ 3D Printer, GameBoy Fix, and Thrust Testing
E139
Making Snow, XYZ 3D Printer, GameBoy Fix, and Thrust TestingHow to make snow when there isn't any, XYZ 3D Printer, how to fix your GameBoy Screen, thrust testing quadcopter motors, our incredible sun, and more!
Electric Motorcycles, 3D Printing, 3DR Drone, and Feedback
E140
Electric Motorcycles, 3D Printing, 3DR Drone, and FeedbackThe Lightning LS218 is the electric future of motorcycles, getting started with 3D printing, best free photo editor, charging your batteries, white blood cells attack, and more!
Augmented Car Reality, Gameboy Backlight and Thrust
E141
Augmented Car Reality, Gameboy Backlight and ThrustAugmented Reality glasses for drivers of future Mini Coopers, Backlight mod for your Original Gameboy, accurately thrust test your quad copter motors, online 3D printing options, and sewers of West London there is a monster...
Synthetic Diesel, Feedback & How Cameras Work
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Synthetic Diesel, Feedback & How Cameras WorkSynthetic diesel, convert a phone jack into an Ethernet jack, best replacement drive for a NAS, soldering iron upgrade, cradelpoint modem, how cameras work, the Know How FPV250 Quadcopter, and more!
Wireless Cameras, Project Preview, and SSD's
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Wireless Cameras, Project Preview, and SSD'sThe surgeon of the future will remote in, how First Person Video works and why it's awesome, future KnowHow project previews, viewer feedback, and more.
Maker Faire, DMX Lighting, and Questions.
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Maker Faire, DMX Lighting, and Questions.Quieter planes, DMX wash lights, custom software for your drone with NVDrone, unbork your network, NFS or SMB, networking CCTV, and more.
Ping Command, 1Sheeld, & Drone Questions
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Ping Command, 1Sheeld, & Drone QuestionsThe next gen of ultra-fast Internet services will be delivered over... Microwave towers? Documenting a bad connection using the Ping command. From MakerFaire the 1Sheeld will replace your Arduino shields with a smartphone! Quad copter questions, our answers.
Scramjet, Fast DIY USB Drive, and Crash Kit
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Scramjet, Fast DIY USB Drive, and Crash KitScramjets goes hyper-freakin' sonic, SSD madness, build your own blazing fast SSD USB Drive, CNC Router, and what to do after you crash your quad.
Green Noise, GameBoy Hex, and VTOL
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Green Noise, GameBoy Hex, and VTOLUsing mother nature to block sound, HEX Mod your Original Gameboy, soldering tips, fixing network buffering, liquid cooling questions, and more.
Rockets, RROD Fix, and Gasification
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Rockets, RROD Fix, and GasificationThe most powerful engine in the world, fix for the Red Ring of Death, how a Gassifier works, Hobbyking FPV kit, visualize the RF energy around you, and more.
Vortex Ring State, Zymbit, and KH250 Build
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Vortex Ring State, Zymbit, and KH250 BuildWe talk about a phenomenon that can happen with rotary-wing craft called "A Vortex Ring State", a fast way to integrate your Arduino, Raspberry Pi and Atmel designs, third party DNS, best HD for your old computer, Ruckus ZoneFlex R500, and the KH250 reveled.
Pulse Jets, TechKnow, & KH250 (2)
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Pulse Jets, TechKnow, & KH250 (2)How a Pulse Jet works, the youngest CEO at MakerFaire, WiFi Antenna, 3D printing woes, and part two of our KH250 quadcopter build.
Tesla, Sookasa, KH250 part 3, and Questions
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Tesla, Sookasa, KH250 part 3, and QuestionsTechnology pioneered by Nikola Tesla, encrypt your cloud files with Sookasa, KH250 integration part 3, Synology or Qnap NAS, best linux distro for old laptop, Chevy wants to Air Condition your phone, and more.
Megabot, Grow Bacteria and Flying the KH250
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Megabot, Grow Bacteria and Flying the KH250MegaBots are coming and it's going to be the U.S. vs. Japan, find out what kind of bacteria is living on your phone, and flying the KH250.
Car Hack, Disable Flash, & Bacteria
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Car Hack, Disable Flash, & BacteriaSmart cars getting hacked, how to disable Flash and why you should. Learn how much bacteria is living on things you use everyday, and more.
3D XPoint, Bacteria Results, & PCIE SSD's
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3D XPoint, Bacteria Results, & PCIE SSD'sCrazy fast memory, identify our bacteria colonies, and PCIe-attached SSD's.
Super Sonic Car, Network Cameras, & Upgrading a Flight Controller
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Super Sonic Car, Network Cameras, & Upgrading a Flight ControllerSuper Sonic Car, tuning network cameras, and upgrading a KK flight controller.
Blackhat DefCon, Fiber, & Dying SSDs
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Blackhat DefCon, Fiber, & Dying SSDsWe recap about our trip to Blackhat and DefCon, faster fiber, how to tell if your SSD is dying, and more.
DIY Swamp Cooler, BeerLift, & TrackingPoint Hack
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DIY Swamp Cooler, BeerLift, & TrackingPoint HackHow an AC works and how to build your own simple version for staying cool this summer, Beer lifting quad copter, and the TrackingPoint gun hack from BlackHat.
Intel RealSense, Thermoelectric Cooling, and Win10 Gestures on a MacBook
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Intel RealSense, Thermoelectric Cooling, and Win10 Gestures on a MacBook
Farm Box, Docker, and Phone Remote
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Farm Box, Docker, and Phone RemoteFarming in a Box, VMworld, Docker, and remote into your PC with your mobile device.
IBM Rat Brain, PCIe SSD, and Questions
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IBM Rat Brain, PCIe SSD, and QuestionsIBM Rat Brain, PCIe SSD, and your questions!
Cyborg Cooling, Tinkercad, and Glass 3D Printing
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Cyborg Cooling, Tinkercad, and Glass 3D PrintingAhmed Mohamed becomes a hero to makers, improving our "gel pack" cooler, Tinkercad 3D Tool, and Glass 3D Printing.
Beer Lifting Drone and Interdrone 2015
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Beer Lifting Drone and Interdrone 2015
Maker Faire and 3D Printed Badges
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Maker Faire and 3D Printed BadgesPaving specialist "TARMAC" has come up with a concrete mix that they market as "fast draining", Glowforge the 3D Laser Printer, rapid prototyping with 3D printers, and build your own TWiT Badge.
Stop Showering and Make Jiffier Gifs
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Stop Showering and Make Jiffier GifsJulia Scott, a New York Times writer, and her journey to not shower in order to encourage a healthy growth of Ammonia Oxidizing Bacteria for the benefit of the skin's microbiome. Also, Gfycat helps you make buttery smooth Gifs!
Batteries, USB on the Go, and Cheap Tablets
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Batteries, USB on the Go, and Cheap TabletsSoftware defined batteries, USB on the go, RasPi touch screen, make the most of a cheap tablet, and more.
Drone Killer, Win10 Nag, and Electronics Kit
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Drone Killer, Win10 Nag, and Electronics KitBattelle Memorial Institute has created the "Drone Defender, remove the Windows 10 Nag function, finding shorts BEFORE they kill your gear, SlimPort Nano Console, electronics kit essentials, and more.
Stingrays, NMAP, Uconnect Fail, and Questions
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Stingrays, NMAP, Uconnect Fail, and QuestionsThe "Man-in-the-middle" attack known as "Stingrays" are back in the news, what is NMAP and how to use it, Blackhat Uconnect hack, and community questions.
Geared Turbofan, WinDroid, & Google History
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Geared Turbofan, WinDroid, & Google HistoryPratt & Whitney's new Super Engine, DuOS is full-Android in either a VM or a Container, Interdrone LightWare,
Microorganisms, MAME returns, and Directional FPV
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Microorganisms, MAME returns, and Directional FPVHow antibiotics affect the microbiome in your gut, MAME update coming soon, robot cook, LED lighting, directional FPV, and more!
Raspberry Pi Wonderland
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Raspberry Pi WonderlandThe Lamborghini Huracan, Raspberry Pi 2 MAME, Tinkercad Case, and battery powered Pi.
Multiple Monitor Madness
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Multiple Monitor MadnessAmazon Air could become a reality, how to make the most of your multiple monitors, and Holiday Pi.
Maker Gift Guide
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Maker Gift GuideHoliday gift guide for your maker geek!
How to Program your LEDs
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How to Program your LEDsOn this episode of Know How, learn what it takes to build and program your own LEDs!
Best of 2015
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Best of 2015A collection of our favorite projects and clips from 2015, thanks to everyone for making 2015 a great year!
RasPi Groove and Media Players
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RasPi Groove and Media PlayersYou love your RasPi, but would like an easier way to add sensors and connectivity? GroovePi is the pi you're looking for.
All About Drones
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All About DronesFAA Drone Guidelines are here, how to fly safely, practice flying exercises, and a 150 Micro FPV quad build.
CES 2016
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CES 2016The latest and greatest products and gadgets from CES 2016 for DIY enthusiasts. Including 3D printers, fixed wing drones, and newest in personal transportation.
Arduino Collision Avoidance
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Arduino Collision AvoidanceHow to wire an Arduino to WS2812 lights, using an ultrasonic sensor with collision avoidance, and 3D templates for Tinkercad.
Gadget Galore and Magic Lantern for DSLR
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Gadget Galore and Magic Lantern for DSLRUnleashing more functions and features for your DSLR with Magic Lantern, a USB drive with dual ports, Predator laptop unboxing.
Upgrading Your Quadcopter with FPV
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Upgrading Your Quadcopter with FPVHave you out grown your 250 quadcopter? It's time to add first person view and upgrade your flying experience.
Electric Vehicles of the Present and Future
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Electric Vehicles of the Present and FutureBryan tries the Bolt Electric Hybrid Motorbike, Fr Robert gets a first look at the first quadcopter designed to carry passenger. Fr Robert also gets his hands on more electric personal transportations from CES 2016.
FPV Your 250 Quadcopter
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FPV Your 250 QuadcopterBryan and Fr. Robert go over the gears you need to FPV your quadcopter, specifically the HobbyKing 250. Fr. Robert also gets a first look at the PowerUp FPV paper airplane, a project that originally started with the help of Kickstarter.
All About Amazon and Your Q&A
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All About Amazon and Your Q&AJason Howell and Fr Robert show us all the great Amazon hardware and how they improve your life. Rumors of a second generation Echo. From CES 2016, the one remote that knows what it's pointing at.
Routers and Steampunk Goggles
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Routers and Steampunk GogglesOver the next couple of weeks Padre will be playing with a few routers at different prices ranges to determine the best bang for your buck, and we give you the files to make your own steampunk goggles.
Travel Gaming & Acer Predator Laptop
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Travel Gaming & Acer Predator LaptopThe history of mobile gaming with Bryan's personal collection. Fr Robert brings his current favorite gaming laptop, the Acer Predator. Network traffic fake-out, and a touch screen for your Raspberry Pi.
Steampunk Goggles Build
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Steampunk Goggles BuildWe go step by step and show how to make your own Steampunk Goggles.
DIY SteamPunk Goggles Finished
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DIY SteamPunk Goggles FinishedFinal episode for our do it yourself Steampunk Goggles, learn the code, how to build, and download the files needed for a 3D printer.
Fire and Ice
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Fire and IceFr. Robert Ballecer and Bryan Burnett conduct some cool science experiments related to the Leidenfrost Effect, involving extreme heat, boiling water, and dry ice.
FPV 150 Quadcopter Build
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FPV 150 Quadcopter BuildWe introduce our smallest quadcopter build yet, the FPV150!
Routers Versus Switches
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Routers Versus SwitchesRouters vs. Switches. Find out how they differ and which one you really need to meet your needs.
FPV 150 Build (2)
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FPV 150 Build (2)Do you want to build a fast, agile multi-rotor that doesn't need to be registered with the FAA? We're continuing our "Registration Free" 150-class FPV Racer by showing you how to reprogram your ESCs!
Mobile World Know How 2016
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Mobile World Know How 2016Fr. Robert Ballecer travels to Barcelona to show us the latest and greatest from Mobile World 2016. Everything from Intel to Snaptics.
Chromebook vs. Cloudbook
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Chromebook vs. CloudbookWe take a look at what it's like to live with either a Chromebook or Cloudbook, how to play Minecraft in the car with no Wifi, and is it safe to buy maker parts on eBay.
Raspberry Pi Day!
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Raspberry Pi Day!Build your own Raspberry Pi Security Cam, how to install the official Raspberry Pi 7" touchscreen, and learn the math for how much battery you'll need to power your next project.
FPV150 Flight!
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FPV150 Flight!Learn how to calibrate and tune your FPV150 for it's first flight!
Game Developers Conference 2016
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Game Developers Conference 2016Padre goes to the Game Developers Conference and meets up with Chad "OMGchad" Johnson, and checks out the latest and greatest.
FPV Up and Running
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FPV Up and RunningWe solder, zip tie, and apply our FPV system to our FPV150 Project!
Silicon Valley Comic Con 2016
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Silicon Valley Comic Con 2016We discuss all the happenings down at the first ever Silicon Valley Comic Con, and ideas for our next cosplay costumes.
Ardunio Wonderland
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Ardunio WonderlandWe present an Arduino Wonderland, ranging from the Nano to the new Intel powered Arduino 101.
Your Questions, Our Answers.
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Your Questions, Our Answers.We answer questions from our Google Plus group, wireless battery charging, building a drone from a raspberry pi, smart or dumb network, affordable phone, and more!
Powering LED's
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Powering LED'sHave an idea for a project involving LED's? We show you just how much power you'll need. Questions from the Know it All's include, NAS upgrading, wireless speakers, servo tester, and alternatives to RTFQ.
PC Gaming Extravaganza!
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PC Gaming Extravaganza!SSD SATA versus Direct connect PCIe, SSD NVME, what is G-Sync, Kingston HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset, and a quick introduction to the new Predator G6.
Community Project Magic LED's
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Community Project Magic LED'sWe show you how to build an LED strip with programmable logic or without. Also how to add mobile WiFi to your vehicle.
Cooking for Geeks
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Cooking for GeeksHacking a SodaStream, vacuum food storage, air frying, and a tiny microwave radar module.
Podcasting Special Part I
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Podcasting Special Part IFr. Robert Ballecer and Bryan Burnett take a look at the latest technology and gear from NAB 2016. Featuring products from Audio Technica, Teradek, IC Real Tech, and Autel Robotics.
NAB Show 2016 - Part 2
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NAB Show 2016 - Part 2Fr. Robert Ballecer and Bryan Burnett take a look at the latest technology and gear from NAB Show 2016. Featuring products from Telestream, Fotokite, Shure, Switchboard, and more.
Upgrading the FPV150
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Upgrading the FPV150Using a custom 3D printed top plate, we continue the FPV150 project and make it safer to fly indoors! Kind of...
Distance Networking
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Distance NetworkingIn this episode of Know How, learn how to go the distance with your networking. Do you know how to properly clean your fiber cable and the difference between Single and Multi-mode fiber.
Servo Motor vs. Stepper Motor
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Servo Motor vs. Stepper MotorWe show how to build a pan and tilt for your camera using stepper motors and an Arduino. Servomotor vs. Stepper Motor in a Servo Mechanism
Choosing Your Podcast Camera
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Choosing Your Podcast CameraEver wonder how to decide which camera is the right one for your podcast setup? Fr. Robert and Bryan will show you how!
Programming a Stepper Motor
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Programming a Stepper MotorBuild a panning platform using a stepper motor and arduino, and learn about Tootz the rainbow farting unicorn!
Lighting 101
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Lighting 101We go over light panel options for your camera, and how to light a studio on a budget. Let's talk about some Lighting Options!
Arduino Controlled Lighting
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Arduino Controlled LightingWe build an Arduino that can control, brightness, red, blue, and green LED's individually using potentiometers. Lightduino
Health Tech
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Health TechWe drink so you don't have to, Padre electrocutes himself, and vibrate yourself into a healthier life, maybe.
Maker Faire 2016
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Maker Faire 2016What we saw at Maker Faire 2016, viewer questions, and Arial Sports League.
3D Printing Projects
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3D Printing ProjectsHave a problem that 3D printing can solve? We go over the common printing pitfalls, and the process of building your idea from prototype, to finished product.
Pocasting Mics and Headphones
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Pocasting Mics and HeadphonesWe go over the best microphones, headphones, and best practices for podcasting.
Trouble Shooting 3D Printers
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Trouble Shooting 3D PrintersWe have the best practices and tips when it comes to choosing the right 3D printer for you.
SSDs and Gaming PC
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SSDs and Gaming PCBryan and Fr. Robert Ballecer shows us the latest gaming PC from Acer and great accessories from Kingston.
Stepduino the DIY PTZ
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Stepduino the DIY PTZWe build our own Pan-Tilt-Zoom with an Arduino and a GoPro!
AR, VR, and E3
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AR, VR, and E3We've been busy checking out the latest in AR at Lenovo TechWorld, VR at Augmented World Expo, and the latest gaming news from E3!
Arduino Project for Noobs
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Arduino Project for NoobsWe go over a cheaper way to build out a Arduino LED project, and mCookie the easy way to make an Arduino project.
Tech Support & Quadcopters
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Tech Support & QuadcoptersWe help you keep your Quadcopters stable, secure your network, waterproof your solder joints, and give you tips on how to make 3D printing cheaper.
Deodorizer and Swamp Cooler
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Deodorizer and Swamp CoolerHow to build your own deodorizer, and stay cool without spending a lot of money.
Cheap Odor Eater
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Cheap Odor EaterWe get outdone by Mark Olson's Steampunkier goggles, and we build a cheaper odor eater.
Grow How: Green Geek (1)
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Grow How: Green Geek (1)On this episode of Know How, you'll learn the basics and what equipment you'll need to start growing your own plants!
Pokemon How, and Germination
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Pokemon How, and GerminationWe go over the basics of Pokemon Go, which extended battery is best for you, and building a germination cube.
Grow How: Growing 102
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Grow How: Growing 102Long: Learn the different type of ways to grow plants with soil, without soil, and hydroponics. What grow medium is best for you, and how to mix soil.
Arduino Proximity Sensor and WearCon
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Arduino Proximity Sensor and WearConHow devices are powered wirelessly, wearable HD display, build an Arduino proximity sensor to avoid running into people, quick 3D prototyping, and flexible circuit boards.
Grow How: Lights for Growing
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Grow How: Lights for GrowingWe check on our Aerogarden and flush out the old water. Find out what lights are best for growing plants, and a cheap DIY way to grow peas in a bucket.
PC for CAD and URB-E scooter
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PC for CAD and URB-E scooterBuilding a budget PC for Computer Aided Drafting, a second monitor for on the go, and watch us fail at assembling the URB-E Electronic Scooter!
Grow How, Water
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Grow How, WaterWe go over the basics of watering your plants, from PH balancing to explaining what Total Dissolved Solids are, and why they matter. Also if you're worried about how to water your plants while you're away, we take a look at a gravity fed dripper that could fit your needs.
Raspberry PI Alexa
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Raspberry PI AlexaHave you wanted to test out Amazon's Alexa but not have to buy the Echo? We show you how to build your own using a Raspberry Pi. A few tips on getting your Android phone running as fast as the day you bought it. Finally we answer a question from our G+ group, is integrated graphics in your PC good enough?
Grow How: Grow Tent
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Grow How: Grow TentWe go in depth on finding the ideal indoor setup for growing, and Bryan tries to rescue his bonsai tree from the clutches of spider mites!
DEFCON with Smitty
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DEFCON with SmittyWe have Marc "Smitty" Smith come on the show to talk to us about DefCon badges and the Darknet.
Back in BLACKHAT
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Back in BLACKHATBlackhat 2016 has come and gone, but what did we learn? Fr. Robert and Bryan discuss how you can easily hack the newest ATM with ease, as well as take control of the average household router.
Gutting your old PC
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Gutting your old PCWe pull apart some old PC's and show you which parts to keep, and which parts to trash. From Intel's Developer Forum we learn about the future of SSD technology, and we build an LED light out of the old PC parts!
Grow How: Clones
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Grow How: ClonesOur Aerogarden worked far better then we expected! What is rockwool, and learn how to clone your favorite plants!
IDF, FLIR, and the Future of Video
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IDF, FLIR, and the Future of VideoPadre is back from Intel's Developer Forum and shows how Bromium will protect your computer, FLIR turns your cell phone into the ultimate heat sensor, and watch Padre turn into nightmare fuel!
Ventilation for Growing
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Ventilation for GrowingAeroGarden update, ventilation, and odor reduction.
Build your own AquaVase (1)
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Build your own AquaVase (1)Padre shows how to build your own awesome hydroponic vase with LED's!
AquaVase (2)
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AquaVase (2)We finish part II of our hydroponic vase using LEDs and a 3D printed stand.
Back to School (1)
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Back to School (1)We review the Acer Predator 4K monitor, why you'd want arms for your desk, and an electric scooter that'll get you around in a hurry!
Old Phones, New Security Cameras
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Old Phones, New Security CamerasAaron Newcomb is here to show you and Fr. Robert Ballecer how to turn your old and unused Android phones into security cameras, and all the code in between.
Back to School (2)
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Back to School (2)Acer Chromebook R11 review for school from Jason Howell, multi-monitor docks, and Megan Morrone shows off the Parrot Zik Bluetooth Headphones.
AquaVase Top Assembly
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AquaVase Top AssemblyWe've been modifying and perfecting the AquaVase project, and in this episode we go over the details of the skirt top assembly.
Back to School (3)
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Back to School (3)Get through your school year with a do it all Bluetooth speaker, learn how to cook with an air fryer and transfer files like a boss with Kingston's Predator SSD!
Power for the AquaVase
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Power for the AquaVaseWe have a solder off! Learn how to build your own switches to use not only for powering the AquaVase, but for any maker project!
Back to School (4)
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Back to School (4)We finish our back to school with a look at a great laptop for class, get the most for your money when looking for headphones, and never worry about where you'll get power from again!
Modular Box for Arduino Nano
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Modular Box for Arduino NanoHow to build your own modular box for all your Arduino projects, we use are Arduino to power some LED strips with knobs and buttons.
IFTTT, the Paro, and Hearing Aids
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IFTTT, the Paro, and Hearing AidsHow to use If This Then That to post your weight on Twitter, Paro is the stuffed animal for therapy, hearing aid review, and electro-therapy!
Nano Box Reloaded
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Nano Box ReloadedWe build a Nano Box for Arduino and show you how to use dials and PWM to control the color of your LEDs!
Grow How: Root Bound
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Grow How: Root BoundLearn how to keep your plants happy, Padre builds a grow tent, and learn about root-bound and how to prevent it.
RasPi Sprinkler System
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RasPi Sprinkler SystemAaron Newcomb builds a automated sprinkler system using a Raspberry Pi, and goes step by step with the coding to show you how to build your own!
The Doctor's Hand
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The Doctor's HandUsing LEDs Padre helps Patrick create an awesome hand in a jar from Doctor Who, and learn how to make armor for Halloween or any cosplay costume!
Arduino 101, Basic Input and Output
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Arduino 101, Basic Input and OutputProgram an Arduino for simple input and output data!
Networking (1)
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Networking (1)Whether you're back in school or just want to know what's going on over your network, we show how to tap your traffic and a router that makes setting up your network simple.
Arduino 101, Servos, LEDs and Buttons
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Arduino 101, Servos, LEDs and ButtonsLearn simple programming to control a servo, LEDs, and buttons to control a robot arm with an Arduino!
Networking (2)
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Networking (2)We show you how to see what data is traveling over the network, and the different hardware to help you with networking at home or at school!
Beer How (1)
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Beer How (1)We go over the history of beer, what it's made of, and what goes into brewing like a pro with Russell Tammany, and basic brewing with the Mr. Beer Kit!
Beer How (2)
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Beer How (2)Bryan goes to Third Street Ale Works in Santa Rosa for a behind the scenes look at how a real brewery works, interview on how to get into professional brewing, and taste testing our beer!
Bryan's Arduino Picture Frame
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Bryan's Arduino Picture FrameThe boys are back! After 6 weeks away, they ease back into the Know Space with a basic lighting project. Cranky Hippo takes the lead as they combine an Arduino Nano, a strip of WS2812s and some soldering know how to make a LED picture frame. Oh... and Padre is really sick.
Gear from Padre's Roman Holiday
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Gear from Padre's Roman HolidayPadre went to Rome to run media for the Jesuits, and he needed some serious gear to make it work. From a Predator laptop to an SSD bonanza, a tricked out USB drive and an inexpensive 360-degree camera, he shows you the gear he brought on his "Roman Holiday."
Holiday Gift Guide 2016 (1)
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Holiday Gift Guide 2016 (1)Are you looking for gifts for that special geek in your life? We're kicking off our Holiday Gift Guide episodes for 2016 with 3D printer unboxings!
Roll your own Surveillance System
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Roll your own Surveillance SystemHow set up your own surveillance system with 2 PTZ cameras, and connected to a Synology NAS!
Pico Projector
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Pico ProjectorThe Archeer Pico Projector is a pocket-sized way for portable projection, we look back at IFA 2016 at the Acer booth and the advantage of three curved monitors, and a first look at the Acer Swift 7 and Spin 7 ultra thin laptops.
Arduino Gift Kit
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Arduino Gift KitWe put together our must have parts for your beginner Arduino project, whether for a gift or for yourself, we'll get you started!
Holiday Geeks - 3D Printing Value!
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Holiday Geeks - 3D Printing Value!Do you have a Maker in the family? Are you one yourself? Have you been hesitating to pull the trigger on a holiday purchase because of the dizzying array of 3D printing products? Well, you're in luck! Padre & Bryan give you not one, but TWO value-oriented 3D printers for ~$300!
Touch it - Power it - Connect it!
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Touch it - Power it - Connect it!Padre has had the Acer Spin for two weeks, is it the perfect replacement for his S7 ultrabook? Also, if you're upgrading your notebook, you'll most likely need to pick up some USB-C accessories, Padre shows you which ones are worth your cash. Finally, If you want to BUILD your own Surface Studio, Padre's got the first piece.
Buy, Build, or Upgrade the Surface Studio!
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Buy, Build, or Upgrade the Surface Studio!Upgrade the Surface studio, or build your own for less!
SSD Upgrade for your PC
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SSD Upgrade for your PCWhat to consider when you want to upgrade your PC to a SSD, but also how to expand your PC's storage even when you don't have anymore slots!
Best of 2016!
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Best of 2016!A compilation of our favorite projects that we covered this year, enjoy!
Worst of 2016!
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Worst of 2016!You can't get knowledge without making a few mistakes along the way, so we put together the worst of!
Travel Gear for Content Creation
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Travel Gear for Content CreationFind out what gear to bring with you while creating content on the road, but also how to transport that gear safely!
2017 CES Preview
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2017 CES PreviewThe Acer Swift 7 is a super thin laptop great for traveling, the OnePlus 3t is a big improvement, and we report back from CES 2017!
CES 2017
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CES 2017Padre and Bryan go to CES 2017 and find the best new tech and how it works!
Intro to Oscilloscope Kit with Smitty
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Intro to Oscilloscope Kit with SmittyWe start our build of the Digital Oscilloscope Kit, and Smitty helps us with soldering tips and explains how resistors, capacitors, diodes, and more work!
CES 2017 Gadget Roundup
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CES 2017 Gadget RoundupBack from CES we look at easy home automation with the Switchmate, big sound from very tiny titanium ear buds from Echobox, our favorite durable speaker from Fugoo, and a cure for motion sickness with the Reliefband.
The Growduino (1)
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The Growduino (1)If you grow plants indoors, at some point you'll be faced with the choice of going on vacation and letting your plants die, or becoming a shut-in. You COULD purchase an automated drip-watering system, but if you've got even a little maker knowledge, you can make yourself a low-cost, super-flexible automated watering system.
Synology 1515+, RasPI, and Feedback
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Synology 1515+, RasPI, and FeedbackWe go to the KnowHow community and answer your questions! Time to upgrade you NAS? What is the Raspberry Pi compute module and why would you want it. What's the best way to exhaust hot air, and more!
The Growduino (2)
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The Growduino (2)Continuing with our Growduino project we go over what relays are and why we need them and begin the basics of coding your Arduino so you can remotely access or schedule automation!
Move Your Grow and Repair Syma X5
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Move Your Grow and Repair Syma X5We go over the different models of AeroGarden and what models we've been using, how to diagnse your WiFi connectivity issues, and how to repair the Syma X5 Quadcopter!
The Growduino (3)
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The Growduino (3)We go over the basic operation of out Growduino system, what is an RTC and why we need one for this project, and learn how to program an Arduino to schedule when to turn on and off the watering system.
One Phone To Do It All
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One Phone To Do It AllChatSIM allows you to travel without worrying about cell networks, why the OnePlus 3t is Padre's do it all phone, and the Feiyu Tech handheld gimbal.
Digital Oscilloscope Kit (1)
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Digital Oscilloscope Kit (1)We bring Mark "Smitty" Smith back on to cover the finer points of soldering while Padre and Bryan attempt to assemble a digital oscilloscope.
Raspberry Pi Gaming Machines
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Raspberry Pi Gaming MachinesWe invite Jason Howell onto KnowHow to show use how he built his MAME cabinet, how he plans to upgrade it and what he would change. Bryan reintroduces his NES Case mod with a Raspberry Pi console emulator, and Padre brings his TouchScreen mobile Pi for gaming or video on the go!
Streaming Studio: Cameras (1)
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Streaming Studio: Cameras (1)What is ASLR and how did it get owned? And we take an in-depth look at the Blackmagic Micro Cinema cameras in our first part of building your own streaming studio.
Streaming Studio: Video (2)
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Streaming Studio: Video (2)In part 2 of our vlogging studio, we introduce the Blackmagic Video Assist 4k, a Blackmagic Design Arduino Shield, and a 4 input video switcher called Skreens!
Feedback, Mova Globe, and Anker Power
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Feedback, Mova Globe, and Anker PowerHow to put a LED in a 4-Gang wallplate, Arduino driven dog deterrent, Anker PowerCore 20100 reviewed, how does the Mova Globe work, and a zombie laptop that drains the battery while turned off!
Streaming Studio: Streaming (3)
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Streaming Studio: Streaming (3)In part 3 of our streaming studio set up, we'll cover what you need to get up and running on streaming services like Youtube or Twitch.
Networking 101: Routers Explained
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Networking 101: Routers ExplainedLearn all about routers, why you need them, how they work, and learn about networking in general.
Streaming Studio: $1000 Budget (4)
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Streaming Studio: $1000 Budget (4)How to extend HDMI using SDI cables and strip out HDCP, build a $1000 streaming setup, along with a cheap setup for $400!
Networking 101: Router WIFI Setup
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Networking 101: Router WIFI SetupIn our networking continuation, we cover the basic router settings for getting your home wireless set up. Then learn how to connect up to 500 devices to WiFi at once!
Starter 3D Printer, HP Envy and Chi-duino
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Starter 3D Printer, HP Envy and Chi-duinoSub $350 3D printer, a first look at the all-in-one HP Envy PC, and a self-watering Chia Pet system.
Networking 101: Ports
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Networking 101: PortsHow to set up your router securely, by understanding what ports are, and how to use them! Ports, DMZ, Forwarding, and NMAP!
Arduino with RTC and Screen
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Arduino with RTC and ScreenWriting to digital pins, reading from digital pins, and how to use i2c RTC with an i2c LED Screen.
Networking 101: Switches
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Networking 101: SwitchesWhat is a switch and how does it work, ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) with poisoning, and find the right hardware for your network.
Arduino 102 (2)
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Arduino 102 (2)Go through the steps to include an OLED screen, a Real Time Clock, and another LCD screen all attached through i2C. Also the different types of memory an Arduino uses and how to save to EEPROM.
Your Questions!
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Your Questions!We answer questions from our G+ group! How to balance a quad copter, second monitor recommendations, radio-controlled switch, and how much light is too much for your indoor grow!
Arduino 102: Networking
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Arduino 102: NetworkingScreens and buttons are nice, but it's time to add network capabilities to our Arduino projects. We're going to use an Ethernet shield with an Arduino UNO to build a few basic network-enabled gadgets.

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