610: Travel Tales and Techie Triumphs: Sam's Hawaii Adventure & Exploring Alectrona Patch

In this episode of Command Control Power, the hosts dive into a vibrant conversation starting with Sam's recent trip to Maui, Hawaii. Sam shares his experience, the unexpected challenges, and how he managed to take a much-needed mental break from work. His trip also marks his personal milestone of visiting all 50 U.S. states. The discussion then shifts to various tech topics, including challenges in managing family travel expenses and the cost-saving tips on accommodations and food during vacations. The hosts also humorously explore unusual solutions for managing snoring, such as using paper tape to tape the mouth shut while sleeping, based on a recent popular trend.

 

The tech talk intensifies as Joe delves into his experience deploying Alectrona Patch, a tool for managing software updates across client machines, using Addigy. He shares the ease of use, the features that impressed him, and the quick support he received from Alectrona. Sam and Jerry also weigh in with their experiences and tips, making a strong case for using Patch for efficient software management. Additional discussions include dental technology for making impressions and the benefits of modern night guards, as well as the intriguing Larq smart water bottle that purifies water and tracks your hydration through an app.

 

00:00 Introduction and Maui Brewing Company Hat

00:38 Travel Stories and Hawaii Adventures

01:33 Challenges of Traveling with Family

02:13 Unexpected Shortages and Vacation Costs

03:13 The Importance of Disconnecting on Vacation

06:09 Travel Tips and Personal Experiences

16:38 Dental Implants and Modern Technology

20:27 Water Purification and Health Gadgets

23:22 The Water Bottle Trend

23:49 Collapsible Water Bottles for Travel

25:14 Technological Advancements in Hydration

27:33 Implementing Patch Software

35:14 Customizing Patch for Client Needs

41:15 Practical Tips and Experiences with Patch

50:42 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans