Windows 7 will be given away free with any PC purchased June 26 until Windows 7 launches at Best Buy! And contrary to popular belief, it's now a "Windows Vista, only better" sales pitch...
I'm interested to know when MS will lower the price of Windows 7 to compete with the Mac Snow Leapord OS at only $29? We will have to wait and see.
Link: http://news.cnet.com/8301-13860_3-10258259-56.html
Monday, June 8, 2009
Monday, June 1, 2009
I'm giving Windows 7 a shot full time!
OK, here goes!
I decided, because I'm a glutton for punishment, to install Windows 7 on my personal laptop (main home computer).
My Information:
I decided, because I'm a glutton for punishment, to install Windows 7 on my personal laptop (main home computer).
My Information:
- Computer tech by profession, Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer. Guess you can say I am a Tech; however, I want my experiences to be just as easy and seemless as the next guy/girl.
- Backed up everything.. software, etc. Wrote a list of software that I wanted to re-install (consider it clean up time).
- Performed an upgrade from Windows Vista to Windows 7, Advanced option: Do not upgrade applications, etc.. only files. I think it's worth noting that my laptop had Windows XP on it when I bought it (3 years ago)...
- Desktop computer (over 5 years old) has been upgraded to Windows 7 (clean installation) due to OS issues with Windows Vista causing all sorts of problems.
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Check these out April
It's been a while; but here I go.
Here's my top three for April for Check These Out.
1. ooVoo (click here to visit ooVoo.com)
ooVoo is a great video messaging tool; but it is much more than that. Besides the fact that you can download the ooVoo client and have live video conferences with 1-3 people (yes, I said more than 1!) for free, you can also have your own personal web video chat room, your own personal web conference room (controlled entry, etc), and a whole lot of fun with family/friends around the world.
SplitCam - Freeware Video Clone Software
2. SplitCam (click here to download)
This is a great application for web-cam users. It allows you to add a new virtual splitcam device to your computer (done via installation) so you can use your camera in multiple applications (chat programs, streaming tools, etc). Also, it will allow you to choose your desktop as the video input stream. This means that you can share your desktop with any application that uses webcams (i.e. for presentations or demonstrations). Check it out!
3. UStream (click here to check it out)
Ever dream of having your own live broadcast on the internet without having to have all of that complicated video equipment and/or servers all for free... well I didn't either, but I found this and it's so easy to use and fun that I may start streaming some goofy shows. Best part, through ooVoo (beta) you can stream your ooVoo video conference over UStream... for say a panel of experts or goofballs producing some funny content all in a video chat room broadcasted live to the web.
Here's my top three for April for Check These Out.
1. ooVoo (click here to visit ooVoo.com)
ooVoo is a great video messaging tool; but it is much more than that. Besides the fact that you can download the ooVoo client and have live video conferences with 1-3 people (yes, I said more than 1!) for free, you can also have your own personal web video chat room, your own personal web conference room (controlled entry, etc), and a whole lot of fun with family/friends around the world.
SplitCam - Freeware Video Clone Software
2. SplitCam (click here to download)
This is a great application for web-cam users. It allows you to add a new virtual splitcam device to your computer (done via installation) so you can use your camera in multiple applications (chat programs, streaming tools, etc). Also, it will allow you to choose your desktop as the video input stream. This means that you can share your desktop with any application that uses webcams (i.e. for presentations or demonstrations). Check it out!
3. UStream (click here to check it out)
Ever dream of having your own live broadcast on the internet without having to have all of that complicated video equipment and/or servers all for free... well I didn't either, but I found this and it's so easy to use and fun that I may start streaming some goofy shows. Best part, through ooVoo (beta) you can stream your ooVoo video conference over UStream... for say a panel of experts or goofballs producing some funny content all in a video chat room broadcasted live to the web.
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Sprint Touch Diamond
Ok.. so in a very curious quiet nature, sprint finally has the Touch Diamond. I have been waiting for this for a while and had only thought that maybe they'd have the diamond by the end of this year or beginning of next year.
Check out sprint.com or htc.com for more details on the diamond.
Saturday, September 6, 2008
XBOX 360 Issues Revealed
Ok. So the first time I received the 'red ring of death' on my XBOX 360, I was very upset. I didn't know what to think besides being angry at Microsoft. When I found out that they covered it under warranty, I was thrilled. The second time I received the 'red ring of death' on my XBOX 360, I was pissed. I now own my third XBOX 360, replaced twice by M$. The only good thing about this is that they keep extending the warranty for the XBOX red ring issue. They admit to the problem and openly replace consoles that are having this issue. I respect that.
Here's a great article on why the XBOX 360 had issues: In short, there were many issues with heat sinks, cheap chips, and improper testing which is all identified by M$ memos and actions.
Click here for the story, including an in-depth report if you really want to see it! Link
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