TechByter Worldwide 2010.12.19: Beware the Changing Format; Ebook Update; What Happens When the Lights Go Out? and Short Circuits.

I'm converting some old videos to DVD and if you're considering the same thing, you could be wondering if that's the best format. My Kindle continues to please (most of the time) and these little devices could save Western civilization (hyperbole alert). Even if you have broadband, it might be wise to keep a dial-up number handy. And in Short Circuits, Google is taking over a key Christmas role from NORAD (sort of) and I'll let you in on what's coming up in January.