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In episode 33, Andy and Sean look at the Slingbox and other living room multimedia technologies. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep33.html Release date: July 10, 2006

In episode 32, Andy and Sean debate where you should design your own or buy a pre-built computer. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep32.html Release date: July 3, 2006

In episode 31, Andy and Sean check in with Dee Long on how use technology to write songs. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep31.html Release date: June 26, 2006

In episode 30, Andy and Sean talk about what to look for when shopping for a Mac. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep30.html Release date: June 19, 2006

In episode 29, Andy and Sean take a look at the beta 2 version of Microsoft's new operating system. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep29.html Release date: June 12, 2006

In episode 28, Andy and Sean show you how to wipe the hard drive clean and install a fresh copy of Windows. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep28.html Release date: May 29, 2006

In episode 27, Andy and Sean show you how to groom the inside of your PC to optimize airflow. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep27.html Release date: May 22, 2006

In episode 26, Andy and Sean show you how to easily add a second hard drive to your Mac or PC. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep26.html Release date: May 15, 2006

In episode 25, Andy and Sean break out pudding and blenders to explain how the latest generation of processors double up their work. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep25.html Release date: May 8, 2006

In episode 24, Andy and Sean give you the scoop on voice over IP using gadgets and a few flying eggs. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep24.html Release date: May 1, 2006

In episode 23, Andy and Sean gives you the dirt on a little spring cleaning for your computer. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep23.html Release date: April 24, 2006

In episode 22, Andy and Sean talk about the importance of drivers, what they are, and how updates can keep your computer running smoothly. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep22.html Release date: April 17, 2006

In episode 21, Andy and Sean discuss how memory upgrades help improve your computer's performance and the pitfalls you should avoid. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep21.html Release date: April 10, 2006

In episode 20, Andy and Sean check in with Panasonic to discover the critical components of a digital cameras and tips on how to buy the right one. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep20.html Release date: April 3, 2006

In episode 19, the Lab Rats go on location to get a insider look at new Panasonic gadgets including a high-tech massage chair, a stove that boils water in 45 seconds and a new exercise gadget that looks like a mechanical bull for the home. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep19.html Release date: March 27, 2006

In episode 18, the Lab Rats take you to the HP Digital Living Room where they look at the pros and cons for LCD, plasma and projection TVs. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep18.html Release date: March 13, 2006

In episode 17, the Lab Rats take a look at high-definition television and demystify all its strange specifications with TV guru John Kelly of Hewlett Packard. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep17.html Release date: March 6, 2006

In episode 16, the Lab Rats use marshmallows and a fake brick wall to explain how a DMZ works and how to use it to bypass your router's firewall for gaming, a home server and more. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep16.html Release date: February 27, 2006

In episode 15, the Lab Rats grab a bag of marshmallows and fire up their blow torch and show you how optical discs work. Includes coverage of CDs, DVDs and Blu-Ray and HD DVD. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep15.html Release date: February 20, 2006

In episode 14, we explain MAC address filtering and show you how it can be used to make your home network more secure. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep14.html Release date: February 13, 2006

In episode 13, we explain the anatomy of a motherboard. Includes an overview of components such as RAM, processors, graphics cards and more. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep13.html Release date: February 6, 2006

In episode 12, we wrap up our coverage of Macworld and CES. Includes interviews about Microsoft Vista, the Blu Ray vs HD DVD debate and electronic fabric. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep12.html Release date: January 23, 2006

In episode 11.2, MacWorld coverage brought to you live from San Francisco with today's tech trends and the future of Apple products. Also including interviews with Leo Laporte, Amber MacArthur, and Patrick Norton. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep11.2.html Release date: January 12, 2006

In episode 11.1, Macworld coverage brought to you live from San Francisco with today's tech trends and the future of Apple products. Also including interviews with your favorite Apple geeks. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep11.1.html Release date: January 11, 2006

In episode 10.4, we are taking you to Las Vegas to bring the frontlines of CES to your doorstep including interviews with Intel, Flexity, Mio, and Maxtor which are designing tomorrows technology today. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep10.4.html Release date: January 10, 2006

In episode 10.3, we are taking you to Las Vegas to bring the frontlines of CES to your doorstep including interviews with Intel, D-Link, Creative, and HP which are designing tomorrows technology today. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep10.3.html Release date: January 9, 2006

In episode 10.2, we are taking you to Las Vegas to bring the frontlines of CES to your doorstep including interviews with Sony Ericsson, Toshiba, and Jadoo which are designing tomorrows technology today. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep10.2.html Release date: January 7, 2006

In episode 10.1, we are taking you to Las Vegas to bring the frontlines of CES to your doorstep including interviews with companies designing today's cutting edge gadgets. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep10.1.html Release date: January 6, 2006

In episode 6, we show you how to setup a basic home network. Also discuss Internet connection types and wired and wireless routers. Plus Biff takes a pratfall in an outtake (back end of the episode). He was very embarrassed. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep6.html Release date: November 28, 2005

In episode 5, we show you how to add a hard drive to a PC. Discussion about Serial ATA vs IDE/EIDE and external USB vs Firewire. We suffer a power outage, get interrupted by our pizza guy and enjoy the company of a studio audience that helps out with lighting. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep5.html Release date: November 21, 2005

In episode 9, we explain how to share files and folder on a home network for both Windows and Mac. Plus Boo makes a surprise appearance. There's also a special guest appearance by a famous tech geek. Download to find out who it is. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep9.html Release date: December 19, 2005

In episode 8, we explain exactly what RAID is, how it works, and the differences in RAID using simple sandwiches to explain the more complex ideas of RAID. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep8.html Release date: December 12, 2005

In episode 7, we show you how to setup your own wireless home network. Also discuss the speed and range of the different wireless techonologies. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep7.html Release date: December 5, 2005

In episode 4, we show you how to use the hidden 'msconfig' program in Windows XP to cut your Windows boot time in half. Plus also use it to remove unwanted programs including spyware from the registry. Biff makes an appearance and messes with the audio. And winter is here in Toronto, so we pull out the tuques. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep4.html Release date: November 14, 2005

In episode 3, it camcorder time! But not just any old camcorder. Sean and Andy talk about new camcorder features using cheese and crackers. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep3.html Release date: November 7, 2005

In episode 2, Andy and Sean turn the TV around and show you what the heck all those weird connectors are for. Includes coverage of coax, component, composite, HDMI &DVI, optical and S-Video! Plus Andy insults cable makers and Sean tries to apologize for him. Biff hangs out. Boo shows up for the credits. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep2.html Release date: October 31, 2005

In episode 1, Andy and Sean show how to enable security on a wireless network connection using both WEP and WPA. Sean reveals his hair secrets and Andy's wiener-osity is secure. Plus the cats help out. http://www.labrats.tv/episodes/ep1.html Release date: October 26, 2005