Recently, I successfully helped someone setup/troubleshoot a piece of high tech home electronic equipment (boy that should narrow it down huh? :p ). And it really gave me great satisfaction. More importantly, it gave me a reminder as to why I am doing this (apart from the warm fuzzy feeling I enjoy).
I think it is safe to say that I am reasonably well versed in a lot of tech (I dare say that I can put some of the 'certified' people to shame). I can delve into technicalities (lingo, et al) but at the same time, I can gear and present it in a way of why it should matter to you, the average consumer (aka normal humans - not the brainiacs who love to overly complicate things). I have written a great many articles, and I have particiapted in a great many web forum discussions. Where ever I go/live, I am widely referred to in times of techie need.
Why do you do this? Well simple really, if not me, then who else. I started out on this without knowing anything. I slowly searched and read the limited resources that I had. That paired with some kahunas to actually try and do something (at the risk of killing good hardware - haha I still remember the cold sweat I got from the 'trys') has allowed me to grow decently well. So I decided that I will help people out and teach them all I know if they wanted. Where there is a willing ear/eye, my knowledge will be. Now please don't get me wrong. I am no oracle. I do not know everything there is to know (which is the beauty of it really). I always say to people, if you have a question, then ask. One of two things will happen. 1) You will get an unbiased and qualified answer (I always back my statements - if not, talk is cheap). 2) I don't know the answer so I will seek it and we will both learn something new. Either way, you will learn something. The important thing that I make sure is that I will only comment/teach something that I know. I will never mislead the people who ask me (I take it very seriously).
Sure as of late, opinions are a dime a dozen, but it saddens (and out right angers me) that most of these are misleading. Tech advice is ever increasingly becoming diluted by people who manage to overclock by 10FSB are now suddenly 'die hard' overclockers. People who somehow managed to assemble their own PC are suddenly 'expert' builders. And the age old problem that people with thick wallets are suddenly tech experts due to the 'toys' that they have. I despise misleading information. If you want examples of people misleading others, feel free to go to Fry's Electronics and listen in on most of the staff there give advice to their customers (OMG). A great many times I felt the need to interrupt and correct the things spewed from Fry's Associates (and resisted - I don't barge in on people unsolicited). Now I am sure that there may be some who actually know what they are talking about, but if this rare breed does exist, they certainly have eluded me.
How do people gain knowledge/experience. Well one of three ways. 1) Actually doing it. 2) Learning about it. 3) Reading about it. #2 was a no go for me from the start so I had to settle with a lot of #3 and eventually #1s. So I hope to do my part on Earth and help people with #2. I know the feeling of hopeless abandon all too well (I have faced it and continue to face it). So hopefully I will be there to help assist you in any way possible in regards to all things PC/Tech.
Just don't ask me any software/programming stuff. LOL! Hardware/Devices only. :p
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Random Linux HDD Benchie
Hmm.
So, on a tech forum that I frequent, I had someone post a question regarding his HDD performace. He interestingly gave two results. On via HD Tach (no workie on Vista), and the second one using 'hdparm' on Linux (TADAA).
Well since I was teh bored amongst other things, I decided, why not give it a whirl (using my embedded snazzy Ubuntu Command Line of course!)...
RAID 0 with 3ware 9650SE-2LP & 2 WD 250GB RE3 drives (RAID Edition):
Timing cached reads: 20318 MB in 2.00 seconds = 10172.08 MB/sec
Timing buffered disk reads: 576 MB in 3.00 seconds = 191.74 MB/sec
Raptor X:
Timing cached reads: 20224 MB in 2.00 seconds = 10125.37 MB/sec
Timing buffered disk reads: 248 MB in 3.00 seconds = 82.62 MB/sec
I think its kinda impressive, especially considering the fact that the Raptors run at a brisk 10k RPM while the RE3s run at 7200 RPM.
Though I question the accuracy of this utility (hard to replicate results - then again, I am not completely versed in setting up my Ubuntu for a benchmarking environment. :p ).
Well enjoy it as is I guess... :p
So, on a tech forum that I frequent, I had someone post a question regarding his HDD performace. He interestingly gave two results. On via HD Tach (no workie on Vista), and the second one using 'hdparm' on Linux (TADAA).
Well since I was teh bored amongst other things, I decided, why not give it a whirl (using my embedded snazzy Ubuntu Command Line of course!)...
RAID 0 with 3ware 9650SE-2LP & 2 WD 250GB RE3 drives (RAID Edition):
Timing cached reads: 20318 MB in 2.00 seconds = 10172.08 MB/sec
Timing buffered disk reads: 576 MB in 3.00 seconds = 191.74 MB/sec
Raptor X:
Timing cached reads: 20224 MB in 2.00 seconds = 10125.37 MB/sec
Timing buffered disk reads: 248 MB in 3.00 seconds = 82.62 MB/sec
I think its kinda impressive, especially considering the fact that the Raptors run at a brisk 10k RPM while the RE3s run at 7200 RPM.
Though I question the accuracy of this utility (hard to replicate results - then again, I am not completely versed in setting up my Ubuntu for a benchmarking environment. :p ).
Well enjoy it as is I guess... :p
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Twitter LULz
So I was browsing around my Twitter last night (I think) and I clicked on a twitpic and lo and behold. Twitpic fail. :p
Twitter PWNage.
Twitter PWNage.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Thinkers, Do-ers, Dreamers.
Actions speak louder than words. Consistency is paramount.
Some of the words I live by. And in all honesty, I believe them to be a good basis on some things.
Words are just words. Some people say one thing and completely do another. Thats where consistency steps in. If I say I believe on A, it will not be subject to conditions (if X, then B, or if C than, Y. A is A is A). A belief is nothing without conviction. You would just talk the talk but not walk the walk so to speak.
Thinking and Doing.
Dreams. Dreams are what goals (and truths) are made of. Humanity's positive qualities would have never made it anywhere without starting from a dream (the initiate of the proverbial ripple in the water - something has to start it).
Dreams allows one to continuously pursue their agenda and keep everything in line during the think and thins of it all.
In between all of it are the trials and tribulations (aka Life). I've hit snags on my goals. My dreams are as bright as ever, and most important of all I have stayed true to myself (conviction).
Why this stupid post? Well just a reminder to myself of who/what I am and how I must persevere and weather the storm. How I have yet to drop down and beg or bend like reeds in the wind and how I intend to continue with my unyielding resolve.
Some of the words I live by. And in all honesty, I believe them to be a good basis on some things.
Words are just words. Some people say one thing and completely do another. Thats where consistency steps in. If I say I believe on A, it will not be subject to conditions (if X, then B, or if C than, Y. A is A is A). A belief is nothing without conviction. You would just talk the talk but not walk the walk so to speak.
Thinking and Doing.
Dreams. Dreams are what goals (and truths) are made of. Humanity's positive qualities would have never made it anywhere without starting from a dream (the initiate of the proverbial ripple in the water - something has to start it).
Dreams allows one to continuously pursue their agenda and keep everything in line during the think and thins of it all.
In between all of it are the trials and tribulations (aka Life). I've hit snags on my goals. My dreams are as bright as ever, and most important of all I have stayed true to myself (conviction).
Why this stupid post? Well just a reminder to myself of who/what I am and how I must persevere and weather the storm. How I have yet to drop down and beg or bend like reeds in the wind and how I intend to continue with my unyielding resolve.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
To widescreen or not to
*Note this is ported over from an article I wrote for my gaming clan. FYI!
This topic is one that can sometimes be hotly debated amongst gamers. It is hotly debated for productivity, usability, etc etc but for the purposes of this article, I will steer this article to the realm of gaming. Why should wide screen matter/not to you.
Infamy is a dominantly FPS oriented clan. But the scope/appeal/benefits of wide screen gaming is almost universal. First, lets learn some terminology.
Resolution: Wikipedia defined as "The display resolution of a digital television or computer display typically refers to the number of distinct pixels in each dimension that can be displayed."
Nicely confusing pic of various resolutions
Aspect Ratio: Basically the width divided by height (ZOMG MATH!).
It should be noted that wide screen monitors for computers are typically 16:10 and wide screen TVs are 16:9 (we computer users REALLY appreciate the extra height). Full screen computer and TV monitors are 4:3.
Field of View: The angular extent of the 'world' that you see. (its ok, you can read it again slowly :p ).
Ok, back to gaming.
Now I have to point out that how wide screen is implemented is DEPENDENT on the game. There is no uniform/standardized way in which it is implemented.
Oh noes?
Well here are the basic screen implementations:
Horizontal Plus: Basically they take the image displayed on a 4:3 and tack on the sides. This results in an INCREASED field of view. The Source Engine's implementation of wide screen is Horizontal Plus (which means you can see MORE horizontally than the people using 4:3 - a distinct advantage). I think CoD4's implementation is like this too. See pics below
CSS Full Screen (4:3)
CSS Wide Screen (16:10)
CoD 4 Full Screen (4:3)
CoD 4 Wide Screen (16:10)
Vertical Minus: This is the opposite of Horizontal Plus. As far as gamers go, this sucks. Basically they take the image displayed on 4:3 and crop it down to 16:10. So you see LESS then people with full screen. :
A quick example of this that I remember is BioShock.
BioShock FOV 4:3 vs 16:10
The image is obviously a 4:3 full screen image but the 'red' area is chopped off for wide screen users. 2K games finally wised up and fixed it to Horizontal Plus after a patch.
Pixel Based: This basically holds true regardless of what aspect ratio you use. It will display an image based on your resolution (higher resolutions see more regardless if 4:3 or 16:10). 2D games are usually like this.
Stretch: This implementation is basically stretching the image from 4:3 to 16:10. So things will appear 'fat' on the screen and basically will look like crap.
*Above pictures from WideScreenGamingForums
Now if the CoD4/CSS pics didn't show you and you need written reinforcement, Wide Screen monitors (again dependent on implementation) can give you a visual advantage. You have a wider field of view and therefore can see/cover more in game. Think of it this way, you can see a guy who's on 4:3 before they can see you.
-PsYkHoTiK
On a side note, WSGF is a GREAT resource for wide screen gaming (big surprise huh?). You can pretty much find a hack for games that doesn't properly/support wide screen gaming (they can help you turn the stupid Vertical Minus to a Horizontal Plus). If there is a way, it is posted there.
Also, there are some monitors that you can rotate and that just opens up a whole new can on stuff you can do.
My Dual Wide Screen setup tilted
This topic is one that can sometimes be hotly debated amongst gamers. It is hotly debated for productivity, usability, etc etc but for the purposes of this article, I will steer this article to the realm of gaming. Why should wide screen matter/not to you.
Infamy is a dominantly FPS oriented clan. But the scope/appeal/benefits of wide screen gaming is almost universal. First, lets learn some terminology.
Resolution: Wikipedia defined as "The display resolution of a digital television or computer display typically refers to the number of distinct pixels in each dimension that can be displayed."
Nicely confusing pic of various resolutions
Aspect Ratio: Basically the width divided by height (ZOMG MATH!).
It should be noted that wide screen monitors for computers are typically 16:10 and wide screen TVs are 16:9 (we computer users REALLY appreciate the extra height). Full screen computer and TV monitors are 4:3.
Field of View: The angular extent of the 'world' that you see. (its ok, you can read it again slowly :p ).
Ok, back to gaming.
Now I have to point out that how wide screen is implemented is DEPENDENT on the game. There is no uniform/standardized way in which it is implemented.
Oh noes?
Well here are the basic screen implementations:
Horizontal Plus: Basically they take the image displayed on a 4:3 and tack on the sides. This results in an INCREASED field of view. The Source Engine's implementation of wide screen is Horizontal Plus (which means you can see MORE horizontally than the people using 4:3 - a distinct advantage). I think CoD4's implementation is like this too. See pics below
CSS Full Screen (4:3)
CSS Wide Screen (16:10)
CoD 4 Full Screen (4:3)
CoD 4 Wide Screen (16:10)
Vertical Minus: This is the opposite of Horizontal Plus. As far as gamers go, this sucks. Basically they take the image displayed on 4:3 and crop it down to 16:10. So you see LESS then people with full screen. :
A quick example of this that I remember is BioShock.
BioShock FOV 4:3 vs 16:10
The image is obviously a 4:3 full screen image but the 'red' area is chopped off for wide screen users. 2K games finally wised up and fixed it to Horizontal Plus after a patch.
Pixel Based: This basically holds true regardless of what aspect ratio you use. It will display an image based on your resolution (higher resolutions see more regardless if 4:3 or 16:10). 2D games are usually like this.
Stretch: This implementation is basically stretching the image from 4:3 to 16:10. So things will appear 'fat' on the screen and basically will look like crap.
*Above pictures from WideScreenGamingForums
Now if the CoD4/CSS pics didn't show you and you need written reinforcement, Wide Screen monitors (again dependent on implementation) can give you a visual advantage. You have a wider field of view and therefore can see/cover more in game. Think of it this way, you can see a guy who's on 4:3 before they can see you.
-PsYkHoTiK
On a side note, WSGF is a GREAT resource for wide screen gaming (big surprise huh?). You can pretty much find a hack for games that doesn't properly/support wide screen gaming (they can help you turn the stupid Vertical Minus to a Horizontal Plus). If there is a way, it is posted there.
Also, there are some monitors that you can rotate and that just opens up a whole new can on stuff you can do.
My Dual Wide Screen setup tilted
Creative Commons
I have been pondering on this for quite a while. I am all for helping people. After all, I freely share knowledge to anyone willing to lend an ear (or eyes for that matter). But I guess credit must always be due where credit is due (I personally always give links in my writings - a blog has made citations a cinch!). And I do at times spend quite a great deal of time talking on various things (educational hopefully).
So I am placing my blog under the creative commons license. This would allow practically anyone to reuse, re-edit, paraphrase, distribute, etc etc as long as it is for non-commercial purposes (any other purposes would have to be requested - and as long as you aren't charging people for anything, it most probably won't be a problem).
Here is to me providing my readers (existing or imaginary) quality content as I always do (from time to time haha).
So I am placing my blog under the creative commons license. This would allow practically anyone to reuse, re-edit, paraphrase, distribute, etc etc as long as it is for non-commercial purposes (any other purposes would have to be requested - and as long as you aren't charging people for anything, it most probably won't be a problem).
Here is to me providing my readers (existing or imaginary) quality content as I always do (from time to time haha).
Monday, March 16, 2009
Omurice!
While scanning around for some types of Japanese foods that I really want to try out, I ran across this thing called 'Omurice'. It kinda reminded me of a certain dish that I used to frequent in Malaysia 5 years ago (has it really been that long?!). It's similar to Nasi Goreng Pattaya (Nasi Goreng = Fried Rice) that I used to go nuts over in Malaysia. After that, I ran across how to make it online (aka e-recipe) that seemed authentic enough (from Japanese) and pretty much had to try it out (seemed to be easy enough).
Omurice
It tastes somewhat simillar taste to it (tomato paste + ketchup, dash of chicken stock cube, apart from the staple oil+garlic+onion with chicken). Fairly interesting and I will definitely make a version 2 one day (with revised recipe).
Oishi! :D
OmuriceIt tastes somewhat simillar taste to it (tomato paste + ketchup, dash of chicken stock cube, apart from the staple oil+garlic+onion with chicken). Fairly interesting and I will definitely make a version 2 one day (with revised recipe).
Oishi! :D
Thursday, March 12, 2009
A CCCP like install for Ubuntu
I happen to have a wide array of video formats that I regularly use. For Windows, I have CCCP that does the job. But I need something for Ubuntu.
I happened to run across this one way around it. Given that it installs a HUGE amount of data (~250MB) but you can then pretty much play anything after that.
Fire up Synaptic Package Manager (under System --> Administration) and search for "ubuntu-restricted-extras".
I can now play my various files (and change audio and subs).
Also, I prefer to use Mplayer Movie Player (you can get it from Add/Remove under Applications).
I happened to run across this one way around it. Given that it installs a HUGE amount of data (~250MB) but you can then pretty much play anything after that.
Fire up Synaptic Package Manager (under System --> Administration) and search for "ubuntu-restricted-extras".
I can now play my various files (and change audio and subs).
Also, I prefer to use Mplayer Movie Player (you can get it from Add/Remove under Applications).
Soundblaster X-Fi Drivers on Ubuntu
I covered the NVIDIA drivers previously so now it is the audio's turn (both are quite essential in everyday usage :p ).
First of all, I downloaded the driver source and extracted it to my home folder.
After that, we need to install dependencies:
sudo apt-get install build-essential linux-headers-`uname -r`
I then fire up the command line and type in the below to change directory:
cd ~/XFiDrv_Linux_Public_US_1.00
make
sudo make install
After that go to System --> Preferences --> Sound and make sure that the sound card appears.
Done! :)
Damn Creative... They are well known for having the most atrocious half assed drivers in the industry. But this really dips to new lows. I have just found out that the current 'drivers' only support 2.0 Stereo. WTF?! That is a major deal breaker for me. I can't really use Ubuntu if I can't at least get 2.1 if not surround through my optical out. GG Creative.
First of all, I downloaded the driver source and extracted it to my home folder.
After that, we need to install dependencies:
sudo apt-get install build-essential linux-headers-`uname -r`
I then fire up the command line and type in the below to change directory:
cd ~/XFiDrv_Linux_Public_US_1.00
make
sudo make install
After that go to System --> Preferences --> Sound and make sure that the sound card appears.
Damn Creative... They are well known for having the most atrocious half assed drivers in the industry. But this really dips to new lows. I have just found out that the current 'drivers' only support 2.0 Stereo. WTF?! That is a major deal breaker for me. I can't really use Ubuntu if I can't at least get 2.1 if not surround through my optical out. GG Creative.
How to auto mount NTFS network folders/drives on Ubuntu (fstab)
Great great guide for something that is relatively complex to do.
GUIDE
For what its worth, I installed NTFS Configuration Tool prior to this (or else you will not be able to see anything when you manually mount the folder). Look for it under Applications --> Add/Remove (make sure to have the drop down menu that is to the left of the search field on 'All Available Applications'.
IMPORTANT
After following the above guide, drop these into your command lines:
cd /etc/rc6.d
ls -la
You should see :
Swpa-ifupdown the nr is probably 15 and
Sumountnfs.sh that nr is probably 31
Type: sudo mv S31umountnfs.sh S14umountnfs.sh
cd /etc/rc0.d
ls -la
You should see :
Swpa-ifupdown the nr is probably 15 and
Sumountnfs.sh that nr is probably 31
Type: sudo mv S31umountnfs.sh S14umountnfs.sh
SOURCE
Why was this important? Well so you won't have to wait 20+ seconds when you shutdown due to the error from having the network manager shutdown before network locations are unmounted.
Yay!
GUIDE
For what its worth, I installed NTFS Configuration Tool prior to this (or else you will not be able to see anything when you manually mount the folder). Look for it under Applications --> Add/Remove (make sure to have the drop down menu that is to the left of the search field on 'All Available Applications'.
IMPORTANT
After following the above guide, drop these into your command lines:
cd /etc/rc6.d
ls -la
You should see :
S
S
Type: sudo mv S31umountnfs.sh S14umountnfs.sh
cd /etc/rc0.d
ls -la
You should see :
S
S
Type: sudo mv S31umountnfs.sh S14umountnfs.sh
SOURCE
Why was this important? Well so you won't have to wait 20+ seconds when you shutdown due to the error from having the network manager shutdown before network locations are unmounted.
Yay!
Getting dual monitors to run (NVIDIA) in Ubuntu
This one was kinda tricky. Spent quite a while wondering WTF and Googleing my life away. It was actually pretty simple.
First of all install the graphics drivers (NVIDIA in my case). To do this you can either go to System --> Administration --> Hardware Drivers (pick the latest) or System --> Preferences --> Appearance --> click on the Visual Effects Tab and choose Extra (it will then prompt a driver DL though it didn't use the latest one for me).
After it is done installing, it will then state that it needs a restart to take effect.
After restarting, fire up the command line (Applications -- Accessories --> Terminal) type the below:
sudo nvidia-settings
A window titled 'NVIDIA X Server Settings' will then pop up and from there go to the Display Configuration and set the TwinView settings properly.
Example of mine:
All done! :)
First of all install the graphics drivers (NVIDIA in my case). To do this you can either go to System --> Administration --> Hardware Drivers (pick the latest) or System --> Preferences --> Appearance --> click on the Visual Effects Tab and choose Extra (it will then prompt a driver DL though it didn't use the latest one for me).
After it is done installing, it will then state that it needs a restart to take effect.
After restarting, fire up the command line (Applications -- Accessories --> Terminal) type the below:
sudo nvidia-settings
A window titled 'NVIDIA X Server Settings' will then pop up and from there go to the Display Configuration and set the TwinView settings properly.
Example of mine:
All done! :)
Ubuntu on Teh Desktop
Since I am kinda tired of trying to run my half dead laptop, I decided that it would be a good time to try and dual boot Ubuntu with Windows. Now just to test things out, I used an expendable hdd that currently housed my Windows 7 Beta x64 (haha). Installation seemed to go pretty well. Also discovered tons of stuff as well.
Rather than repeatedly emailing myself links and notes, I figured that I would simply post it on here so that my (imaginary or otherwise) readers could somehow potentially benefit from it as well.
Enjoy! :D
Rather than repeatedly emailing myself links and notes, I figured that I would simply post it on here so that my (imaginary or otherwise) readers could somehow potentially benefit from it as well.
Enjoy! :D
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
I want a new laptop
That runs Ubuntu that is (Dual boot Windows of course). I really have been looking for a viable replacement for the dinky dino that is my current ASUS laptop (that I am typing on currently).
Though I must say, now is a some what precarious time to buy a laptop/computer. The awesomeness that is Windows 7 is just around the corner (haha don't really want to buy another copy of that OS when it rolls out x_X). With it, will be DX11 followed/superseded by all the wondrous native running hardware. Sigh.
What makes it even tougher is that I have discovered a laptop that I genuinely think would be pretty damn awesome. Sigh... :(
I have been looking for a worthy laptop to spend some of my impeding tax rebate on. One of the laptops that has really caught my eye previously was the Toshiba Satellite A305. Seemed to have the decent balance of purdy-ness paired with some decent ponies (and a dedicated graphics card).
But alas I found an even better one. It is the upcoming Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 (slated for a release this month). It's top of the line big brethern has already been released (Y650). Supposedly, the Y550 will retain most if not all of the features the Y650 has (probably slightly lower hardware). But hey, at 1 inch think and niceties such as multi-touch touchpad (say that 3 times quick!), Centrino 2 1066FSB goodness, DDR3, LED backlit LCD, and a purdy hexagonal embossed lid. It could just be the winning factor for me to jump on it, shrink the partition, and install Ubuntu as a dual boot. HMM......... We'll see... Meanwhile I'll salivate on these purdy pictures.
Though I must say, now is a some what precarious time to buy a laptop/computer. The awesomeness that is Windows 7 is just around the corner (haha don't really want to buy another copy of that OS when it rolls out x_X). With it, will be DX11 followed/superseded by all the wondrous native running hardware. Sigh.
What makes it even tougher is that I have discovered a laptop that I genuinely think would be pretty damn awesome. Sigh... :(
I have been looking for a worthy laptop to spend some of my impeding tax rebate on. One of the laptops that has really caught my eye previously was the Toshiba Satellite A305. Seemed to have the decent balance of purdy-ness paired with some decent ponies (and a dedicated graphics card).
But alas I found an even better one. It is the upcoming Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 (slated for a release this month). It's top of the line big brethern has already been released (Y650). Supposedly, the Y550 will retain most if not all of the features the Y650 has (probably slightly lower hardware). But hey, at 1 inch think and niceties such as multi-touch touchpad (say that 3 times quick!), Centrino 2 1066FSB goodness, DDR3, LED backlit LCD, and a purdy hexagonal embossed lid. It could just be the winning factor for me to jump on it, shrink the partition, and install Ubuntu as a dual boot. HMM......... We'll see... Meanwhile I'll salivate on these purdy pictures.
Sunday, March 1, 2009
*Sigh*
E-Sigh....
Looks like this dino laptop is finally showing its true colors. I've covered in the past how slow this thing is (and lack of a larger resolution). Now after all the weeks of wonderful battery life i have been enjoying, the battery it seems, is finally flaking out on me. I can no longer charge it to 100% (instead it struggles to get to 70%) and the battery discharges while the power chord is hooked up. How fugged up is that?
Since a battery is somewhat a 'key' component of a laptop, it goes beyond my threshold on how much dough I would spend to get this running. I would just much rather get a newer machine and have a nice, fast, smooth, and larger resolution then spend some big change (that I still don't have hahaha, - Economy 1 - PsYkHoTiK 0).
Oh, did I mention that even with the chord attached and with 'full' charge, it randomly kills the laptop (aka turns it off suddenly like it ran out of power). It would defeat the purpose of having a laptop if I always had to have a cable hooked up to it... Oh good times.... :\
New laptop, I will be waiting for you, and with it, a boot (if not dual boot) of Ubuntu (preferably the x64 variant). *E-Sigh*
Looks like this dino laptop is finally showing its true colors. I've covered in the past how slow this thing is (and lack of a larger resolution). Now after all the weeks of wonderful battery life i have been enjoying, the battery it seems, is finally flaking out on me. I can no longer charge it to 100% (instead it struggles to get to 70%) and the battery discharges while the power chord is hooked up. How fugged up is that?
Since a battery is somewhat a 'key' component of a laptop, it goes beyond my threshold on how much dough I would spend to get this running. I would just much rather get a newer machine and have a nice, fast, smooth, and larger resolution then spend some big change (that I still don't have hahaha, - Economy 1 - PsYkHoTiK 0).
Oh, did I mention that even with the chord attached and with 'full' charge, it randomly kills the laptop (aka turns it off suddenly like it ran out of power). It would defeat the purpose of having a laptop if I always had to have a cable hooked up to it... Oh good times.... :\
New laptop, I will be waiting for you, and with it, a boot (if not dual boot) of Ubuntu (preferably the x64 variant). *E-Sigh*
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