Virtual "Easter Eggs"

We thought we would work with a lighter subject this week by featuring those crazy hidden computer programs known as Easter eggs!

Easter eggs have been around since the beginning of programming, because programmers have been bored with their work since the beginning.

Easter eggs are hidden features, programs and surprises in software, games, DVDs and other popular media.

They don't serve much of a purpose other than to entertain programmers and those that like to hunt for Easter eggs.

Listen in as the Data Doctors give you some hints on where you might find Easter eggs in your technology!

Join us every Saturday from 12:00–2:00PM on FM News/Talk 92.3 as we discuss your computer questions at: 602.277.5827 or e-mail your questions during (or before) the broadcast using the ask a question page.

Original Air Date: Mar 22, 2008

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