I have a very hard time working with people that can’t seem to think outside the box. Today at work our boss sent the entire department to one dorm to figure out a strange problem. Something has caused every device on the 3rd floor to short out and die. I have offered suggestions to the group that seem resonable but because I am younger, and still an apprentace, no one gives a shit.
so rather then try and find the cause of the problem, we are replacing every Single fried device with a new one. No one will listen to a word I have to say unless I talk to each person in private. Even then, everyone is content to just replacing everything to see what happens. Of coarse we will have to replace them anyway, but who’s to say that whhen it powers back up that it won’t just fry the new devices?! Throwing parts at something is NOT how you solve problems. That would be like if a doctor said, “Well, looks like your bleeding a bunch. Better give you more blood.” Forget about that severed arm, just replace the blood. Then have a meeting of other head scratching doctors and talk about “We can’t figure out what that problem is none; he just keeps bleedin.”
So whatever. If they want to do it this way that’s how its going to be. I’m just going to do what I’m told and laugh my ass off when at the end of the day it frys it all again. Hopefully it won’t because its a Pain in the ass, but if it does…. oh how I will laugh.
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Today I discovered the Wordpress Android app and I love it to death! As I type this I am riding around in a van at work. This app is great so far; super easy to use. If you use wordpress and you have an Android phone I highly reccomend it. ITS FREE!
[ Originally written for 979Represent.com ]
Tablet computers have been around for a long time now, but it seems that everyone has suddenly become aware of their majesty with the release of the iPad. Tablets in general are great for someone who needs to use a computer while standing up or for someone who likes to draw alot or take notes. The HP TouchSmart is a great example of an exceptional Tablet PC. You have the full touch screen when its folded flat and if you get tired of that it folds around like a regular laptop with actual keys and buttons. Also because its not a mac you can actually play games on it. (Have YOU ever tried playing Chrono Trigger on a touch screen?)
The iPad is a giant cell phone that doesn’t fit in your pocket. Period. It’s main purpose is to browse the internet and look pretty. Because of the OS that it uses, it can only run one program at a time.. Sorry not program, I meant app. .from their fancy pants app store. It does look really pretty i’ll give it that. It also looks super thin; I bet if I saw one in person, I could break it over my knee with the first or second try. Oh you have an iPad you say? May I hold it?
I am sure there will soon be a way to hack the iPad to make them usefull somehow, but for now I just see it as a way to show your friends how much of a douchebag you are. I’m not buying into the hype and if your in the market for a actual computer I strongly recomend doing your research.
(P.S. Research involves more then watching youtube videos and reading Ashton Kutcher’s twitter feed)
Speaking of Research, Google is currently in the process of creating their own “iPad killer” Tablet PC. Some images were released of a mockup prototype which appeared to be running the beautifull Google Chrome OS. These mockups appear to have been put together by Glen Murphy, Google Chrome’s designer therefore it is resonable to beleve that this design will be fairly accurate. It will be interesting to watch Google crush the mac empire. (At least thats how I envision it every time I close my eyes..)
I love Google.
As far as the Tablets go, I am still favoring the ACTUAL Tablet PC’s that are already out there. I don’t know about you but I like my computers to be usefull and have the ability to multitask. I Like to play video games, and for now I enjoy the freedoms associated with the Windows systems.
Ingredients:
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- 4 Hot dogs
- 1/2 can of refried beans
- BBQ Sauce
- Ranch Dressing
- Some left over corn bread
- Franks Red Hot Sauce
(If you don’t have cornbread i guess you could just use regular corn dogs.)
Feeds one person.
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Cut the hot dogs into small pieces into a large bowel and coat them with your favorite BBQ Sauce.
Add the beans, a little ranch dressing, and some cornbread. I also splashed in a little Franks Red Hot Sauce for good measure. Mix it all up and throw it in the microwave. Your guess is as good as mine on how long to cook it for. If you pull it out with your bare hands and your flesh melts to the bowel then you did it correctly!
I named it Corn Dog Surprise because when i first tasted it i was surprised that it was actually pretty good and also because it tasted like corn dogs. cornbread and hot dogs…imagine that. I also named it Upchuck because it looks like barf :D
Enjoy!
Originally posted on 979Represent http://fencedinarea.com/979represent/?p=3086
I have compiled the top 6 most common reasons why most people’s computers suck. This list is just the tip of the iceberg as there could be a variety (and often) a combination of reasons why your computer sucks. Read on friends, and soak my wisdom in like a sponge.
6. Internet Explorer.
It’s slow, it does not support modern website code, It is unstable, pop ups, Spam, and ridiculous toolbars. I could talk for days about the reasons why Internet Explorer is a terrible browser. Ever see a website that looks like crap? If your using IE im sure you see it quite often. As a web designer i have a hard time dealing with IE’s in ability to properly display standard code. If you make a website to work with any other browser, it looks like crap in IE. It’s designed that way. Microsoft hates you. Do yourself a favor and install Google Chrome. Don’t import anything just delete the old links to IE so you never accidently open it again and be done with it.
5. The Crappy Email Scenario.
Verizon, Yahoo, Hotmail, AOL, Suddenlink, ect. If your email address does not end with @gmail.com then you are doing it wrong. If you are using Microsoft Outlook and your not at work your doing it wrong. If your work uses it then your work’s IT department is Lazy and THEY are doing it wrong. Probably best if you just don’t say anything and brood silently to yourself.
4. You secretly have 30 usless programs running in the backround that you don’t even know about!
Internet “optimizers”, Dummy “helper” programs, and often spyware can be running your computer into the ground on a daily basis. Many programs are set by default to run on windows startup and unless you absolutly always use them it is unnecessary. If you are running Windows XP hold down the windows key +’R’ and the run program prompt will come up. Now type “msconfig” and hit enter. If you are running Windows 7 just type it in the program search. If you are running Vista then you should install Windows 7. Now that you have msconfig running you will see the system configuration screen. click on the startup tab and you can choose which programs you want to run on startup. Uncheck the ones that you dont need, hit apply, and restart your computer. Hurray its faster!
[ note: If msconfig fails to run you have big problems. Prepare to reinstall Windows. Now this time remember your newfound knowledge of computers and don't break everything. ]
3. You use Kazaa, Limewire, ect. and you try and pirate movies and games.
Everyone knows that uTorrent is the way to go. If your gonna be a pirate at least do it right. When downloading questionable content make sure you read the comments from previous people that have downloaded it. If it’s bogus they will be saying something about it.
2. You Have a overpriced security program installed that restricts your every move.
Norton, Macafee, and others can do a fine job of protecting your computer. They can also do a fine job at draining your wallet and making your computer just about useless. Clamwin is a free virus scan program that you can download and it works great. Look into it. If you think you might have downloaded something questionable its a good idea to run Spybot Seek & Destroy. It doesn’t need to be running all the time like Clamwin. Think of it this way: If Clamwin is the Police then Spybot Seek & Destroy is SWAT. It’s a free download as well.
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And the Number one way to know that your computer sucks? If it’s a Mac. They are disposable. Grow up and buy yourself a mans computer. OH NO My mac is outdated, can I upgrade my processor? No. Can I upgrade my…no. throw that thing in the fucking garbage. PC’s can do everything a mac can do and MUCH more. Hey Mac users have you gotten past the juggernauts in the Delta missions on Call of Duty? Oh thats right you cant play games. LOL Those Poor hipsters. If you hate Microsoft so much then install Linux on your computer. It’s free , it’s awesome, it’s upgradeable, and at least then you wont look like a Pompous Douchebag.
Questions? Comments? Ask a pro. I’m here to help. Send all your queries to Frankbeans86@gmail.com
As of yesterday, I am now also a writer for 979Represent Magazine. My section is dedicated to Computers and general tech information. My official title is Public Computational Advisor. My articles will be much like the random reviews you read here but tuned for a broader audience. Also when people ask me questions, I will write an article about that subject while giving them an answer. 979Represent is printed monthly in antique ink & paper form and you can find copies at Revolution Cafe & Bar, The Stafford Main St, C-Ment Skate Shop, Stover Boys Burgers, Lippman’s Music Store, Hastings, To the Point, Arsenal Tattoo, Mr. G’s, Northgate Vintage, Freebirds, Hot Topic, comic stores, music stores, and others. You can also go to the website and check out the latest local news and events. From AtariMatt’s 8-Bit Burger reviews to upcoming music events, 979Represent is the place to go for local information. It’s Where all the cool kids go.
