Bonjour, All!
With this entry, we'll discuss the topic of codecs and their possible uses. A codec, according to Microsoft.com, is a media software to which allows the user to compress or decompress digital media like songs and videos. Via compression, these madia types can easily be stored on your computer and easily transferred across the internet more smoothly. A good example is Windows Media Player, which downloads and decompresses songs and video that one finds as they browse the internet.
However, Codecs can be something of a double-edged sword, as the media does slightly downgrade in quality when compared to the original source. However, when quality is not an issue, codecs are the right tool for the job.
Friday, October 26, 2007
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
RSS Feeds
Hey All!
Just found a unique way to subscribe to different web site and keep updated on their latest changes: via the use of Bloglines, one can view a site without the oft annoyance of advertisements.
However, one does sacrifice a few things for this ease of service; the user only recieves a barebones version of the site, sacrificing looks for pure info. However, despite this shortcoming, Bloglines is a nice tool to use for when I need info as to the latest happenings fast.
Enyal
Just found a unique way to subscribe to different web site and keep updated on their latest changes: via the use of Bloglines, one can view a site without the oft annoyance of advertisements.
However, one does sacrifice a few things for this ease of service; the user only recieves a barebones version of the site, sacrificing looks for pure info. However, despite this shortcoming, Bloglines is a nice tool to use for when I need info as to the latest happenings fast.
Enyal
Saturday, October 20, 2007
Del.icio.us "Flick'r"-ings...
Aloha All!
I've found out how to use both Flick'r and del.icio.us as social software since the last entry. Both have their applications in sharing links and photos with people, but it depends on what your hobbies run toward as to whether you'll use them both or not.
Flick'r is a photo archive that allows people to upload pictures that they have taken around the world; quite a vast community is in place for all the shutterbugs out there, but I'm not much for being a lensman - kinda shy.
Del.icio.us is a internat tagging tool that allow you to maintain an index of bookmarks and find other people with similiar interests. This is a very useful feature, since the amount of tags and sites allow you to view quite a few places of interest on the web. I'll keep using this for sure - it makes a handy reference for similar sites I may need to search for.
Enyal
I've found out how to use both Flick'r and del.icio.us as social software since the last entry. Both have their applications in sharing links and photos with people, but it depends on what your hobbies run toward as to whether you'll use them both or not.
Flick'r is a photo archive that allows people to upload pictures that they have taken around the world; quite a vast community is in place for all the shutterbugs out there, but I'm not much for being a lensman - kinda shy.
Del.icio.us is a internat tagging tool that allow you to maintain an index of bookmarks and find other people with similiar interests. This is a very useful feature, since the amount of tags and sites allow you to view quite a few places of interest on the web. I'll keep using this for sure - it makes a handy reference for similar sites I may need to search for.
Enyal
Friday, October 19, 2007
Colder Folders?
Hi all!
Just wanted you to check out my new folder - customized it myself.
By the way...
Has anyone else had trouble getting Vista to encrypt files? I try checkmarking the appropriate box in settings, but it is just greyed out and inselectable. Any ideas?
Enyal
Saturday, October 13, 2007
Registry Revue
Hello All!
Today, we examine the Windows Registry, a internal record of the programs and internal processes that all versions of Windows from 95 edition onwards have implemented in operations. Not only can the user not only browse and see how the computer records programs and their actions, a user can also alter values and settings in order to manually adjust Windows to their liking. This is also a useful tool for any programmer who wishes to fix errors in said registry.
If you couldn't tell, this is a big honkin' warning.
DO NOT ALTER WINDOWS VALUES WITHOUT PROPER KNOWLEDGE! Chances are that alteration will result in a computer enviroment slightly less stable than a heavily caffienated squirrel.
To be on the safe side, read all you can on the registry before you begin any changes. Here is one good site:
http://freepctech.com/pc/002/Windows_registry_faq.shtml
Enyal
Today, we examine the Windows Registry, a internal record of the programs and internal processes that all versions of Windows from 95 edition onwards have implemented in operations. Not only can the user not only browse and see how the computer records programs and their actions, a user can also alter values and settings in order to manually adjust Windows to their liking. This is also a useful tool for any programmer who wishes to fix errors in said registry.
If you couldn't tell, this is a big honkin' warning.
DO NOT ALTER WINDOWS VALUES WITHOUT PROPER KNOWLEDGE! Chances are that alteration will result in a computer enviroment slightly less stable than a heavily caffienated squirrel.
To be on the safe side, read all you can on the registry before you begin any changes. Here is one good site:
http://freepctech.com/pc/002/Windows_registry_faq.shtml
Enyal
Friday, October 12, 2007
Tricky Wiki
Salutations!
Recently, I got involved in the works of Wikipedia; I have to say that this is one way that the collective consciousness of the world around us can be archived. In the right hands, it can be a repository for archived knowledge and an excellent source of learning; however, steps must be taken by each individual to ensure that no erroneous information is entered, for even the slightest mistake on one's information can have consequences for the recipient of such flawed knowledge. Even though this is my first real time ever doing this, I could discern this was an important tenet to follow.
Enyal
Recently, I got involved in the works of Wikipedia; I have to say that this is one way that the collective consciousness of the world around us can be archived. In the right hands, it can be a repository for archived knowledge and an excellent source of learning; however, steps must be taken by each individual to ensure that no erroneous information is entered, for even the slightest mistake on one's information can have consequences for the recipient of such flawed knowledge. Even though this is my first real time ever doing this, I could discern this was an important tenet to follow.
Enyal
Saturday, October 6, 2007
Flaming Clocks and other things...
Greetings!
For those out there who are interested in screensavers, I found just the place for those looking for a new view:
http://home.clara.net/lilli/savers.htm
They have quite a collection there: I found myself a good flaming clock screensaver for my laptop, come with realistic flame trails. See what you can find! There's sure to be something for everyone there.
Enyal
For those out there who are interested in screensavers, I found just the place for those looking for a new view:
http://home.clara.net/lilli/savers.htm
They have quite a collection there: I found myself a good flaming clock screensaver for my laptop, come with realistic flame trails. See what you can find! There's sure to be something for everyone there.
Enyal
Friday, October 5, 2007
Blog Review (1 of ?)
Welcome!
This shall be the first of my blog reviews! I find good things on the internet and recommend them to people - now I shall go even further and tell them EXACTLY what is so good about these sites that I mentioned in an earlier blog.
http://adventure-quest-rpg.blogspot.com/
This blog is quite good, give professional reviews and criticisms on both games and the controversy that surrounds (or doesn't surround) them. His way of giving unflinching honesty and biting criticism immediately drew me toward reading his articles - of which he is immensely prolific, seeing the size of his archived posts. An interesting pet peeve for this guy is horrible game-to-movie adaptions; especially Super Mario Bros. Need I say more?
http://www.doomworld.com/
Ah, DOOM. The game that many gamers remember with possibly a tear of nostalgia in their eye, for this was the game that truly defined the first-person genre back then. It also opened up the beginnings of user made mods via the use of custom-made WAD files, allowing users to create their own worlds and scenarios with the DOOM engine. This site keeps a close eye on the modding side of DOOM, as well as keeping watch on any new developments in the series. Boasts a very good layout for users to find what they want, and their articles are very informative when choosing the right mod for yourself.
http://legosdream.wordpress.com/
Alright, it has nothing to do with LEGO toys exactly, but where else will you find the heartwarming accounts and reminiscings of a person whose toys in her younger years still hold a place in her memory, whereas many have left their childhood behind. This is no curse or weakness, for it seems to give this woman an appreciation for everyday life that many seem to lose as time wears on. Her articles bring forth nostalgia of your own childhood, causing you to stay and remember along with her, wondering how you ever forgot something so simple and yet wondrous as a fleeting remembrance of things past.
This shall be the first of my blog reviews! I find good things on the internet and recommend them to people - now I shall go even further and tell them EXACTLY what is so good about these sites that I mentioned in an earlier blog.
http://adventure-quest-rpg.blogspot.com/
This blog is quite good, give professional reviews and criticisms on both games and the controversy that surrounds (or doesn't surround) them. His way of giving unflinching honesty and biting criticism immediately drew me toward reading his articles - of which he is immensely prolific, seeing the size of his archived posts. An interesting pet peeve for this guy is horrible game-to-movie adaptions; especially Super Mario Bros. Need I say more?
http://www.doomworld.com/
Ah, DOOM. The game that many gamers remember with possibly a tear of nostalgia in their eye, for this was the game that truly defined the first-person genre back then. It also opened up the beginnings of user made mods via the use of custom-made WAD files, allowing users to create their own worlds and scenarios with the DOOM engine. This site keeps a close eye on the modding side of DOOM, as well as keeping watch on any new developments in the series. Boasts a very good layout for users to find what they want, and their articles are very informative when choosing the right mod for yourself.
http://legosdream.wordpress.com/
Alright, it has nothing to do with LEGO toys exactly, but where else will you find the heartwarming accounts and reminiscings of a person whose toys in her younger years still hold a place in her memory, whereas many have left their childhood behind. This is no curse or weakness, for it seems to give this woman an appreciation for everyday life that many seem to lose as time wears on. Her articles bring forth nostalgia of your own childhood, causing you to stay and remember along with her, wondering how you ever forgot something so simple and yet wondrous as a fleeting remembrance of things past.
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
Blogging: Form of Reporting?
Hello all!
Here's an interesting question that I just came across: Are bloggers a form of reporter? Do we, as we write about everyday events in our blogs. actually create a consciousness of the world around in much the same way as the television reporter? My answer to this, fellow readers and bloggites, is that this is a correct assumption.
As a blogger, one has the opportunity to voice opinions on the happenings that occur on both the real world and on the net; however, bloggers have the advantage of being able to voice their full, honest opinions about an issue, and are not under space or time constraints in order to do it. They can also have a wider set of options that they can choose from for subject matter. One might say that they are the next generation of reporting!
Now, I know that some may be thinking that this necessarily means they can go all hog wild with what they want; but think for a moment. What you put up will be read by many people, and it is the responsibility of the blogger to keep his little corner of the web a neat and tidy place.
Here's an interesting question that I just came across: Are bloggers a form of reporter? Do we, as we write about everyday events in our blogs. actually create a consciousness of the world around in much the same way as the television reporter? My answer to this, fellow readers and bloggites, is that this is a correct assumption.
As a blogger, one has the opportunity to voice opinions on the happenings that occur on both the real world and on the net; however, bloggers have the advantage of being able to voice their full, honest opinions about an issue, and are not under space or time constraints in order to do it. They can also have a wider set of options that they can choose from for subject matter. One might say that they are the next generation of reporting!
Now, I know that some may be thinking that this necessarily means they can go all hog wild with what they want; but think for a moment. What you put up will be read by many people, and it is the responsibility of the blogger to keep his little corner of the web a neat and tidy place.
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