653: We Don’t Need No Stinkin’ Deferrals

In this episode of Command Control Power, the hosts humorously discuss their tech-related frustrations and the nuances of tech support. They struggle with audio issues at the beginning, but then delve into the timing issues with Apple's OS updates and deferrals, highlighting the challenges of managing these updates for clients. There's a light-hearted recount of personal tech issues, such as using HomePods and streaming music services. They also share the complexities of dealing with ISPs, particularly with switching providers and maintaining service quality. The episode concludes with a quirky story about a tech support session interrupted by a client's unexpected firing.

 

00:00 Introduction and Banter

01:12 Technical Difficulties and Setup

06:17 ISP Experiences and Switching to Frontier

08:07 Nostalgia and Local References

11:57 Dealing with ISPs and Customer Service

19:46 Frontier Fiber and Recommendations

23:05 Awkward Client Interaction

24:47 Tahoe Deferrals Explained

26:15 Apple's 90-Day Update Policy

29:04 Challenges with OS Updates

32:25 Client Management Strategies

36:49 The Frustrations of Tech Updates

50:45 Humorous Client Stories

52:20 Closing Remarks and Announcements