How big is BIG?

Posted in Hardware on April 20th, 2010 by ab

PetabytesThis is an error message I received today when trying to copy a game from one drive to another.  At first, it seems quite normal.  I just don’t have enough space on my drive.  Or do I?  Check a little closer at the highlighted text:

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What?  Almost 6PB?  I have that much data on my external hard-drive? Read more »

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Working out your workout online.

Posted in Educational on March 18th, 2010 by ab

I am a huge fan (addict) of novelty.  It’s the novelty of small changes to my routine that keeps my pace up, keeps me learning new things, and frankly, keeps me interested.  When it comes to exercise, this is especially true. In that vein, while I munch on my Apples and Cinnamon Quaker Oats (with spoon of peanut butter), I thought I would talk about some of the sites I’ve used in the past to track workouts.  Each is good for something, some are better at everything, but a full buffet of choices will help avoid boredom forever.

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Choosing the backup "bank" for your data

Posted in Software, Web on April 18th, 2009 by ab

Thanks for the post suggestion Bill!

The cash analogy…

Here is my question: Do you leave your money on the dining room table?  I mean all of your money.  Is it sitting there in large piles?

I’m going to assume that you’re saying no and are wondering what my point could possible be… Your money is in a bank, you’re not an idiot, but you’re having doubts about me.  Fine.  Good. Read more »

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