Two weeks ago, Microsoft announced it’s intent to continue to support the 8 year old Internet Explorer (IE) 6 until the year 2014 (IE Blog). The response from the web was difficult to distinguish from the sound of nooses tightening around scrawny necks and bullets plowing through HTML and Javascript packed minds. But, alas, the day has been saved. Well…for those who have yet to commit hara kari, that is. Google is steping up to the plate to accomplish what the big “M” is unwilling (or incapable) of doing.
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Earlier this week, Microsoft released the second revision to its largely dissapointing Windows Vista. While the original release was nearly suicide inducing, Service Pack 1 (SP1) upgraded the user experience by inducing merely homicidal rage (better better others die, right??). Will SP2 succeed finally returning Windows to the stability and usability of Windows XP?
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When I was learning web development, I had already been programming desktop applications for a quite some time. However, it did not come to me quite as easily as simply picking up a new programming language. Here are five things that would have helped me out while learning web development. Oh…and I’m bringing back the count DOWN.
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Computer shopping can be more than a headache, to say the least, for those who are not familiar with computers. Well, this post is for you. Get a brief description of the most important specifications and what the weird numbers next to them mean!
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This age-old, baseless debate that’s gained new traction in the last 10 years is the old “Super Nintendo vs Sega Genesis” debate for grown ups. If you’re not familiar with the operating systems or are biased, read more to educate yourself.
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The Hibernate feature of operating systems is one that is often overlooked by the general public. It allows for power saving on desktops as well as a quick start up for laptops. Unfortunately, in place of utilizing hibernation, many desktop owners opt for the antiquated and wasteful “leave the computer on 24/7” option. And laptop owners kill precious time with complete shutdowns and startups.
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Tired of the plain-jane white Google search bar? Well, fear not. Today, Google released a set of video game skins that any and all video game fan boys will enjoy.
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BeFunky is a fun site that allows you to apply some great looking effects to your pictures. And the best part is that it’s all free! And as wise men say, “Free is better than less-than-free.”
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Looking for a movie showtime? How about a nice place to eat? If you’ve got an iPhone or some other ridiculously expensive expensive phone, you’ve got no problems since you’ve got what amounts to a mini laptop in your pocket. However, now thanks to Google’s free text service, even those with a Zack Morris edition Nokia Brick will be able to enjoy this luxury.
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Most of us are familiar with the way that internet radio works. For the most part, you listen to what you’re served, and if you’re just not feeling that song and you’re out of skips, then response from the station is “you’re GONNA listen and you’re GONNA like it!” But sometimes, you just feel like listening to a particular band or maybe just a particular set of songs. Seeqpod to the rescue!
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