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Tuesday April 1, 2008

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12:06Computer Guys & Gal

In a battle between some of the world's best computer hackers, Linux blows away both Mac and Microsoft Vista. And, in case you think the famous South by Southwest Music Festival is only about music -- think again. We get a Tech Update from the world famous Austin music-fest. It's the first Tuesday of the month, and the Computer Guys & Gal are back to sort out what's up in the world of technology and answer your questions.

Guests

John Gilroy, WAMU Resident Computer Guy; and Director of Business Development at SolutionsDevelopers

Bill Harlow, Hardware and Software Technician for MACs & PCs, Mid-Atlantic Consulting, Inc.; and WAMU Guest Computer Guy

Allison Druin, WAMU's Computer Gal; Director of the Human-Computer Interaction Lab and Professor in the College of Information Studies at the University of Maryland

13:06Safety and Profitability of U.S. Airlines

It's been a rough few weeks for the airline industry, with American, Southwest and Delta all canceling scores of flights. The cancellations come amid big questions about whether the airlines can stay on top of routine maintenance and inspections as they try to stay competitive in a sluggish economy. Join Kojo as we consider the balance between safety and profitability in the airline industry.

Guests

Jim Mathews, Editor in Chief, Aviation Daily

Basil Barimo, Vice President of Operations and Safety, Air Transport Association

Todd Curtis, Aviation safety expert; Founder and Publisher of AirSafe.com

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