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TechMan: Of mashed potato mountains and John Twelve Hawks

Everyone likes lists of favorites, and geeks are no exceptions. So here are a few of TechMan's favorite things. (Today)

With all the media attention given to Michael Jackson's death, you might have overlooked the significance of the death of another celebrity and media pioneer -- Ed McMahon, who passed away on June 23. (Today)

Switch to digital switches up VCR

I have an HDTV with HDTV antenna, no cable or satellite. Is there a way to continue using my VCR to record programs while watching another TV program at the same time? (Today)

Web site highlights wacky road-trip attractions

Last summer's high gasoline prices fueled the Porchville staycation trend, but many people are revved up for a road trip again. (Today)

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Dave Chekan, 31, project manager of Wizzard Software, works at the company in Shadyside. Wizzard Software boasts that it is the world''s largest podcasting network, with 20,000 podcasters providing programming for 18 million audience members.

Software Wizzards: Growth of 'apps' could help Shadyside firm

As customers lined up around the country for the latest version of the iPhone, a small Shadyside software company was counting on the Apple sales wizardry to help it turn a profit this year, too. (07/03/2009)