Tag Archives: computers

Netbook Update: I love it X2

I received my replacement Acer Aspire One a few days ago and have had some more time to play with it. I’m glad I got a replacement, as after using this one a lot, it’s clear there was more wrong with the previous one than just the sound:

In comparison to the new one, the original [...]

Acer Aspire One: I love it. Can I have one that isn’t broken?

If you follow me on Twitter, you already know that I recently bought an Acer Aspire One. I’ve had it for a few days now, and so far, I love the little thing (but more below). My primary concern about purchasing it was the keyboard; I have ogre hands (okay, they’re not green), and I [...]

Computer Tales: Is That Plugged Into the Right Spot?

As some of you may recall, I bought parts to build a new computer a little over a month ago. My tale last left off with me awaiting the arrival of a heat sink and fan, so I could actually, you know, turn the new comuter on without melting my desk. Let us pick things [...]

A Tale of Geekish Woe

Or, check your order thoroughly before clicking “Submit Order” at Newegg.
I received a chunk of change from the college this semester, money left over from my grants and my loan. I decided I would use some of this to put together a new computer for myself, as my current one, while nice, is showing its [...]

Josh Vs. The Video Card

If you’ve worked with computers for a while, you’ve probably heard some standard things about maintaining your system. Defrag the hard drive regularly; keep your virus definitions up-to-date; uninstall stuff you’re not using to free up space; update your drivers, especially if you’re trying to fix a problem or get the best performance out of [...]