DGW Episode 253
The Databreaker
Internet Connection Disconnector
Link: Databreaker
In place of the Pathlock which has been discontinued, Dick has found the Databreaker which automatically disconnects your always-on broadband internet connection.
Connect (1) your cable modem/DSL cable to the IN port of the
Databreaker, (2) an ethernet cable from the OUT port to your computer's
ethernet port, (3) your monitor's power cable into the Databreaker, (4)
the Manual Override switch into the Databreaker, and (4) the
Databreaker to a wall power outlet.
When your monitor goes to
sleep, the Databreaker senses the low power mode and automatically cuts
off the internet connection to your computer. When you need the
connection to stay on, the manual override switch disables the
Databreaker.
Connect (1) your cable modem/DSL cable to the IN port of the Databreaker, (2) an ethernet cable from the OUT port to your computer's ethernet port, (3) your monitor's power cable into the Databreaker, (4) the Manual Override switch into the Databreaker, and (4) the Databreaker to a wall power outlet.
When your monitor goes to sleep, the Databreaker senses the low power mode and automatically cuts off the internet connection to your computer. When you need the connection to stay on, the manual override switch disables the Databreaker.
The Miami Boat Show
Dick has just come back from the Big Miami Boat Show. This and the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show are the 2 biggest boat shows of the year.
Leo's Dream Boat
Leo is exploring the possibility of getting a boat for himself, although his wife Jennifer will only agree to it if she can always see the coast, or just "pull over". Dick recommends a slow trawler.
Another Gadget Delivery
Another UPS delivery arrives while the show is being recorded. It's from a computer company.
Acer GridVista
Ken Lange from Las Vegas wrote about the GridVista software that came along with his Acer 24" monitor and thought it would be a great accompaniment to Leo's Dell 24" Monitor (Episode 242).
Dick's Gadget Warehouse
Many listeners are envious of Leo over his visit to the Gadget Warehouse (Episode 246). Over 15 years, Leo was about the third person to visit it (and the first one to come out alive). One listener congratulated Dick and Leo for their special effects which made the virtual gadget warehouse sound more real than ever.
Email from To[s]tino
Dick and Leo got an email from the To[s]tino folks. Possible sponsorship? Payment in kind - all you can eat. This is where the begging for sponsorship begins.
Listen to Episode 253
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Connect (1) your cable modem/DSL cable to the IN port of the Databreaker, (2) an ethernet cable from the OUT port to your computer's ethernet port, (3) your monitor's power cable into the Databreaker, (4) the Manual Override switch into the Databreaker, and (4) the Databreaker to a wall power outlet.
When your monitor goes to sleep, the Databreaker senses the low power mode and automatically cuts off the internet connection to your computer. When you need the connection to stay on, the manual override switch disables the Databreaker.
The Miami Boat Show
Dick has just come back from the Big Miami Boat Show. This and the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show are the 2 biggest boat shows of the year.
Leo's Dream Boat
Leo is exploring the possibility of getting a boat for himself, although his wife Jennifer will only agree to it if she can always see the coast, or just "pull over". Dick recommends a slow trawler.
Another Gadget Delivery
Another UPS delivery arrives while the show is being recorded. It's from a computer company.
Acer GridVista
Ken Lange from Las Vegas wrote about the GridVista software that came along with his Acer 24" monitor and thought it would be a great accompaniment to Leo's Dell 24" Monitor (Episode 242).
Dick's Gadget Warehouse
Many listeners are envious of Leo over his visit to the Gadget Warehouse (Episode 246). Over 15 years, Leo was about the third person to visit it (and the first one to come out alive). One listener congratulated Dick and Leo for their special effects which made the virtual gadget warehouse sound more real than ever.
Email from To[s]tino
Dick and Leo got an email from the To[s]tino folks. Possible sponsorship? Payment in kind - all you can eat. This is where the begging for sponsorship begins.
Listen to Episode 253
Go to TWiT
The Giz Wiz Home Page
