Audio and Video Conversions
August 15, 2008
My life has indeed gone digital. From maintaining accounts in various websites to owning portable devices, my life (though not hectic) can easily be on-the-go. My workstation have transcend from tables and shelves to a computer with an internet.
However, one of the problems in portability is converting files from format to format that will be compatible with your device. A “one man killing machine” software is hard to get by these days. Thank God for Blaze Media Pro.
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Carry A Big Memory Stick
July 17, 2008
“I speak softly, but I carry a big stick!”
Portable memory storage has become popular these days that even non-tech savvy people carries them for “just in case” moments. I guess this popularity is also due to fact that a memory stick has become affordable these days. I bought my 256MB stick three years ago for the price of today’s 4GB.
It is indeed handy to carry a storage device especially in a digital era. You can conveniently carry important files and documents around ready for viewing /printing anytime. Plus, you can readily copy your friends’ interesting files stored in their laptops. Just be sure to ask their permission first.
A Good Reason To Go For LCDs
July 8, 2008
A CRT monitor consumes an average power of 140W during operation and 15W when idle. On the other hand, an LCD monitor consumes 55W and 2W only during working and idle operation, respectively. Clearly, a CRT is bad news for those trying to lessen their power usage.
Good thing is that an lcd monitor is more affordable these days compared to three years ago. Back then, this things costs around PhP15,000 and so people on a budget logically picks a CRT. Now, manufacturers have managed to slash down the price to half.
So if you are on a quest of saving the earth by going environmental friendly, go grab for yourself an LCD monitor.
Do You Still Have A Sufficient Memory?
July 2, 2008
Who wants a sluggish computer system? No one does. We are definitely not thrilled seeing messages like “Not Responding” and “Virtual Memory Low” nor to wait for an application to finish its operation. In most cases, the solution for this is to upgrade our computer’s Random Access Memory. The good thing is that RAM is so affordable these days.
For you to know if your system needs that RAM upgrade, perform the following steps:
- Open the applications that you usually run together.
- Run the Task Manager by pressing CTRL+ALT+DEL on your keyboard or by selecting it after right clicking on the taskbar.
- Select the Performance Tab.
- Below the graph is a Physical Memory Section that shows how much RAM is installed in your PC and how much of it is currently Free/Available (see image). If the value is below 100MB, the system is taking a lot of resources in order to compensate for a lack in physical memory.
Recommended minimum ram is 1GB for XP and 2GB for Vista users.
How Do You Organize Your Wires?
June 20, 2008
One of the challenges for obsessive compulsive persons who want to maintain an organized workstation is taming the electric cables.
I once thought of constructing a system similar to that of patch panels to keep the cables of my desktop computer hidden and organized. I just hate seeing thick cobwebs everytime I pull back my work table. Needless to say, the thought remained as is… a thought. Why? I was not prepared to spend extra for such. 
So how do you manage your wires? Do you use cable ties, wire organizer, a raceway, or just leave it as is?
Will You Make That OS Switch?
June 8, 2008
I guess it is but natural that you’d want to grab hold of what is the latest in the market. However, for the Windows Vista, I’m willing to make an exception.
Yes! I am sticking to my XP for now. Though the Vista style looks classy, it is taking too much space in the hard drive. Also, it seems that a laptop memory of 1GB is not sufficient enough for it as it takes quite some time to finish loading upon boot up. My friend who is a computer technician advised me to upgrade to 2GB of RAM to further enjoy a laptop running on Vista.
How do you find your Vista experience?
Build Your Own Customized PC
May 25, 2008
A few weeks ago, I decided to replace my first ever computer with a newer CPU with better specifications. I can’t imagine how affordable computer parts have become! You’ll even get more savings for customizing your PC since pre-assembled branded ones usually charge you for their names.
Customizing your PC is now even easier as packages are already available to be ordered online. Save as much as $1,000 and get brand new components with the brand of your choice. A clear and easy to follow DIY instruction will come with the kit. You’ll just need a screwdriver and you’ll have your custom build pc in only a few hours. The best part of it is that you’ll also get full manufacturer warranties.
