Q: Should I buy the 32-bit version of Windows 7 or the 64-bit version of Windows 7? A: This is a question I'm often asked, and unless you are a computer enthusiast, I'd try to do everything you can to stick with the 32-bit version of an operating system (such as Windows 7 or Windows Vista). First I'll mention that the difference between a 32-bit and 64-bit operating system, … [Read more...] about Should I Buy the 32-bit or 64-bit Version of Windows 7?
Commerical Antivirus Software vs. Free Antivirus Software? Should I Buy Antivirus Software?
I'm often asked which is better: free antivirus software (avg free, comodo, avira) or commercial antivirus software (norton antivirus, trend micro). The answer is: it depends. For advanced users or users that really have an interest in installing, monitoring and maintaining the software, a free program is great. One of the limitations of a free antivirus solution is that … [Read more...] about Commerical Antivirus Software vs. Free Antivirus Software? Should I Buy Antivirus Software?
Best Wagner Ring Cycle on iTunes (or Should I buy an Opera from the iTunes Store?)
Q: What is the Best Wagner Ring Cycle to purchase on iTunes? A: Whatever you do, do NOT buy a Ring Cycle on iTunes. Here's why: 1. When you make an investment in an opera series -- especially one like the Ring Cycle, you want to make sure that you have the highest quality recording available (this also assumes it's a clear, modern recording, too). The files you download … [Read more...] about Best Wagner Ring Cycle on iTunes (or Should I buy an Opera from the iTunes Store?)
Wordpress: Limit Text of Post Without Using More Tag
We all know that the "more" tag in wordpress allows you to place a break in a post in a specified position. But what if you wanted to cycle featured posts on your wordpress blog and you didn't want to add a "more" tag to every post (or have to go back and add a more tag to hundreds of old posts)? There are plugins available to do this but I tried a couple and didn't have … [Read more...] about Wordpress: Limit Text of Post Without Using More Tag
Laptop Hard Drive 5400 vs 7200rpm drive?
For many years I never considered anything other than a 7200rpm hard drive for my laptops. With my most recent laptop purchase, however, I elected to go with a 5400rpm drive for the first time. The main reason: heat! After doing a ton of reading about performance, nobody doubts that a 7200rpm drive is faster than a 5400rpm laptop hard drive. In my opinion, however, the … [Read more...] about Laptop Hard Drive 5400 vs 7200rpm drive?