Topic: Windows Alerts

2 chapters across the catalog

Pre-Bunk
Episode 1426 24:43 - 28:31

1426: Pre-Bunk

Audio Equipment Complaints, Dvorak's New Noise Maker

Listeners complained about hearing Windows-style alert sounds and "dings" during the broadcast, which were traced to a new melodic percussion device used by John C. Dvorak. Adam Curry requests that the device be retired or used only for specific riffs to avoid confusing the audience with phantom computer notifications.

Pre-Decisional
Episode 1260

1260: Pre-Decisional

Microsoft Windows Security Alerts, File Dragging Risks

A recent Microsoft Windows update reportedly introduced a security feature that triggers a confirmation alert whenever a user attempts to drag or move files between drives. While some speculate it is a virus, others point to the Tuesday update as the source of several system glitches, including Outlook failing to function for many users.