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?
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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?)
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?
How to Select an External Hard Drive to Purchase
Q: My WD my book 500 gb external hard drive died.. whose a good manufacturer of external hard drives.. I have a seagate that works well should i just get another one... thanks. A: Generally speaking, when it comes to reliability, most of the external hard drive products are the same as long as you by a well-known brand. To prove this point, search for an external hard … [Read more...] about How to Select an External Hard Drive to Purchase
Encoding Classical Music and Operas – for iTunes and More
After ripping my CDs to MP3 for many years using iTunes, I finally threw away that approach and developed another model. For those who want to hear the answer quickly here is it: EAC/LAME/freedb/320kbps. For those who want the why behind the decision, here are the big picture goals. And for an EXTREMELY detailed, step-by-step illustrated guide, head to my other site, … [Read more...] about Encoding Classical Music and Operas – for iTunes and More