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Some computer “Best Practices”

February 23rd, 2009 · Comments Off

There are certain accepted “best practices” for working on and using computers, including:

Preparing for the unexpected by backing up data and recording configurations.
Turning off and unplugging all related equipment.
Using the appropriate tool for the job.
Doing what you can to reduce the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD).

Most CD and DVD drives come with a small hole in front, [...]

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Annoying Tech Arrogance

November 25th, 2008 · Comments Off

Well hello and welcome back to this edition of The Weekly Geek. It’s great to see you again!
Earlier this month I was touring the desert of SlowServia searching out the ancient city of Mydatastewslow. While digging at the temple of Bloatedfiles I found that a tomb raider had already been there.  While sifting through the [...]

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Tags: Hardware · Networking · Non-Tech · Soap Box

9/11/2001 – I Remember

September 11th, 2008 · Comments Off

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How not to use PowerPoint

July 29th, 2008 · Comments Off

 

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To Sgt Daniel Scott Perkins US Army

June 25th, 2008 · Comments Off

I miss you my friend.

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Tags: Non-Tech · Soap Box