Keith Survell – Page 66

So Much for my “Upgrade” Path

There’s been a major change in my plans to eventually “upgrade” to a 64-bit OS (probably the 64-bit version of Windows 7). Namely, the idea that it could be an “upgrade” at all. There apparently is no upgrade path from any Windows 32-bit edition to any Windows 64-bit edition. If you’re going to make the… Continue reading So Much for my “Upgrade” Path

Driving with Game Music

Suffice to say, I enjoy game music. I also enjoy making mix CDs for driving, and when I say “driving” I usually mean “driving fast.” One of my most recent mashups was particularly good, so I figured I’d share the components here so everyone can enjoy. Metroid Cranial Syphon [Kay-raid] OC ReMix Ducktales Harden the… Continue reading Driving with Game Music

I Think I’ll Use Windows 7

So, I’ve been trying out the Windows 7 beta lately… and I think I’ve decided, that when Windows 7 is officially released, I will upgrade to it. …Let me explain. As you probably already know, I currently use Windows XP. It came with my computer when I bought it, and I just didn’t see the… Continue reading I Think I’ll Use Windows 7

Bad Sectors? Low-Level Format

It seems like there IS a way to “clear” bad sectors from your hard drive so you can use tools like GParted and the like – but I use “clear” in a very loose sense here! First off, I MUST point out that I’m talking about file-system bad sectors. I’m NOT talking about physically damaged… Continue reading Bad Sectors? Low-Level Format

Making ’em Like They Used To

Well, it’s been a little over a week now, and the verdict on the router-reset issue is: Linksys Wins! Since switching to the Linksys, I’ve had zero router resets and my Internet connection has been rock-solid. My Mozy online backup has been able to run each night without interruption, and during the day my work… Continue reading Making ’em Like They Used To