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Tamara sat down with BTS Account Managers Maggie Cano & Anthony Terrano to talk about the 40 Year milestone of Burgess Technology Services providing IT Support to Maine businesses. As former techs and network enginners for BTS, they bring their unique perspective to the topic.  Want to hear more? Listen to the recent podcast episode with owners Mike Dorr & Matt Rice.  Or check out our former individual episodes with Maggie and Anthony.    For more info on the company itself, visit www.BTSMaine.com or email [email protected]

Tamara interviews owners Mike Dorr and Matt Rice about Burgess Technology Services reaching the 40 year milestone. They discuss changes in business technology over those decades as well as how the business has evolved to meet client's ever-changing needs.  Larges changes include cloud computing, hardware and now, Artificial Intelligence. See referenced links to Blog and Podcast topics below.    BTS Blogs and Services: 40 Years of Evolving in IT Support and Expertise - Burgess Technology Services Burgess Technology Blog Archives - Burgess Technology Services IT Security Suite - Burgess Technology Services Security Awareness Training | IT Support Services BTS Maine   IT Sucks Podcast: 35th Anniversary Episode! IT Sucks Podcast: How the Pandemic Changed How Business is Done Find episodes on business technology services, issues and tools and more, as well as interviews with referenced staff members Maggie Cano and Anthony Terrano, at www.itsuckspodcast.com For more information, visit www.BTSMaine.com or call 207-443-9554.

Tamara chats with Network Engineer Micah Simmler about his time with Burgess, tech-related hobbies, and what he'd like to see for the future of technology. Micah celebrates 10 Years with Team BTS in November of this year. Find additional episodes at IT Sucks Podcast.com. Learn more about Burgess Technology Services at BTSMaine.com.

Mike and Matt share insights with regard to tools and discounts available to non-profits, (Microsoft, HP, Lenovo, Dell, Tech Soup, Quickbooks and others) and a few of our favorite non-profits share their tech wish lists and how our listeners can help!  For more information, visit: www.btsmaine.com www.bathymca.org www.bathfoodbank.org www.bbbsbathbrunswick.org www.midcoastyouth.org

Matt and Tamara talk about Hunting Technology. Technology changes: https://community.legendarywhitetails.com/blog/3-technological-advances-that-changed-hunting-forever/ SpyPoint Cell Adapter: https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/spypoint-cell-link-universal-cellular-adapter Outdoor Hub – Deer Hunting Tech: https://www.outdoorhub.com/deer-hunting-technology/ Quiver App: https://www.quiverapp.co/ GhostStop: https://www.ghoststop.com/rem-pod-with-temp/ ANT scope: https://www.atncorp.com/smart-hd-weapon-sight Hunt Stamp App: https://huntstand.com/ Trail Cams: https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/buying-guides/best-trail-cameras Hunting GPS: https://outdoorwilds.com/best-hunting-gps-under-200/ Deer on the trail cam. (referenced by Matt)  For more information on Burgess Technology Services and Maine Business IT Support, visit www.btsmaine.com or email [email protected]

Dr. Frank Appunn, Professor of Information Technology Management speaks to BTS about the evolution of Cybersecurity, relevant degree programs at Thomas College in Waterville, and the vast career opportunities in the field.  For more information on topics referenced:  www.thomas.edu www.btsmaine.com Security Awareness Training: https://www.burgesstechnologyservices.com/business-it-support-services/security-awareness-training FireEye Breach: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-fireeye-cyber-idUSKBN28I31E Huawei: https://www.forbes.com/sites/georgecalhoun/2021/09/27/the-huawei-hostage-crisis-is-not-over-it-has-escalated/?sh=537cd2af3e9f

To mark Cyber Security Awarness Month, Mike and Matt explain the tools of Burgess Technology Services IT Security Suite, how they work in practical terms, and how they benefit our clients' network security.  This includes not only standard network security, but specific protections and monitoring reports required in highly regulated industries, such as financial, medical and municipal.  For more information on how these tools can help your secure your business, email [email protected] or visit https://www.burgesstechnologyservices.com/business-it-support-services/bts-it-security-suite/ For previous episodes, visit www.itsuckspodcast.com

Tamara chats with BTS engineer Ben Weston, who shares about a day in the life of a tech, experiences from his 25 years in IT, how remote support tools have changed the industry, and what some geeks do in their downtime.  Ben and his Tech Desk co-pilot Gir.

Tamara chats with Steve Marson of Central Maine Pyrotechnics about how fireworks technology has evolved over his 50 years in the business.  For more information: www.centralmainepyrotechnics.com www.btsmaine.com Find previous episodes of the IT Sucks Podcast at www.itsuckspodcast.com

Mike, Matt and Tamara chat about fun and practical tech apps and products to enhance your summer outdoor adventures. Settle in for a listen, and enjoy exploring the links below! (you might want to pack a lunch and a compass app before falling down that rabbithole) https://www.bioliteenergy.com/products/campstove-2-plus https://www.amazon.com/Minipresso-Portable-Espresso-Compatible-Manually/dp/B00VTA9F6U https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lifUhfpZqQg https://downeast.com/travel-outdoors/greatmainescavengerhunt/ https://www.basemap.com/ https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/starlink-satellite-internet-explained/ https://www.spypoint.com/en/products/cellular-trail-camera/product-link-micro-lte.html https://gotennamesh.com/products/mesh?gclid=CjwKCAjwqcKFBhAhEiwAfEr7zTRQ8cfSO8lKAyxMPDFZIPv_rGCc7_lmVXPS28Lac_5_V7UujduzwhoCDF4QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds https://www.heimplanet.com/categories/shelters/tents https://www.heimplanet.com/products/mavericks-white www.bioliteenergy.com https://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/a19993263/outdoor-camping-gear/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=arb_ga_whm_d_bm_a19993263&gclid=CjwKCAjwtJ2FBhAuEiwAIKu19mT-hMtd1AFdMgg_Zt0Z4jO3YOtHtTbxasCVpEAcdnR7X0vrsqfxnRoCiGUQAvD_BwE https://www.jackery.com/pages/solar-generator https://hiconsumption.com/best-camping-gadgets/ https://www.mainetrailfinder.com/trails https://www.alltrails.com/ https://www.discoverboating.com/resources/best-fishing-apps https://www.onwater.app/?gclid=CjwKCAjwtJ2FBhAuEiwAIKu19h3TCWDWmDevAoLeJtB5uyNZts2RWkueEQKnsEbvONNxnp9aXde1ZhoCr0oQAvD_BwE https://flyfisherpro.com/blog/best-fishing-apps/ https://www.pinterest.com/wildernesstoday/outdoor-gadgets/ https://www.crn.com/slide-shows/mobility/10-fun-tech-gadgets-for-a-hot-summer/7?itc=refresh https://hikingguy.com/best-hiking-gear/ https://www.beach.com/tips/15-beach-gadgets-to-revolutionize-your-next-vacation/   http://www.strikealert.com/   https://www.tapsmart.com/apps/5-great-apps-to-install-before-going-on-a-camping-or-hiking-trip/   https://www.gearpatrol.com/tech/a651778/best-apple-watch-apps-compass/   https://www.inspiredcamping.com/best-camping-and-outdoor-apps/

Mike and Tamara of Burgess Technology Services chat with Brenton Dinsmore of Duratherm Window about how they use technology in design, fabrication and conferencing as they go about their business. Duratherm is a Maine Business with a great reputation in the industry.  For more information on Duratherm, visit www.durathermwindow.com  Questions? Email [email protected] or visit www.btsmaine.com.

Tamara chats with Dr. Jessilin Quint from Smart Eye Care in Maine, about eye health technology and keeping your eyes healthy while using technology on the job! Dry eyes, blue light, eye strain, new products and more! Dr. Quint performs IPL on a dry eye client.   Visit Burgess Technology Services at www.btsmaine.com   On Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/BurgessTechnologyServices On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/btsmaine/ Listen to all IT Sucks Podcast episodes at www.itsuckspodcast.com   Visit Smart Eye Care (in Augusta, Bangor and Farmindale), online at www.smarteyecare.com On Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/smarteyecarecenter On Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/smarteyecarecenter/ Dr. Quint: https://www.instagram.com/smarteyecarecenter/

Matt and Tamara chat about the features and benefits of Microsoft Teams, included in the Microsoft 365 suite of apps and how all sizes of businesses can benefit from it.  For more information, visit www.BTSMaine.com or email [email protected]  For more episodes, visit www.itsuckspodcast.com  Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/BurgessTechnologyServices

Mike and Tamara chat with Mark Anderson of Gowen Power systems about power industry technology and how the technology of generators has evolved over the years. For more information, email [email protected] or visit Gowen at www.gowenpower.com

Matt, Mike and Tamara of Burgess Technology Services chat about geeky gifts and what's on their own wishlists for 2020. For more information, email [email protected] or visit www.btsmaine.com Links to products referenced in the episode are below. But first - for those local to us in Midcoast Maine, check out www.visitbath.com for a list of local retailers which we encourage you to support this gift-giving season!  Star Wars Video Game Cabinet Dungeon Master Screen   Banana Phone   Kinetic Gears Kit   LED lights Magnetic Levitating Bluetooth Speakers Sanitizing Wand  Fitbit   Roomba   Remarkable https://youtu.be/SWY_bwFMxro   Jabra Headphones   Light Box    Best Dog Ball Launchers    Chicken Door   Reolink Motion Sensor   BTS Staff recommendations:    Jess - Wicked Bone   Logan - EVGA Fancy Gaming Fans   Anthony - Starlink Internet                   Raspberry Pi   Micah - Google Chromecast with Google TV               Oculus Quest 2 Cindy - www.meater.com