Ubuntu-Based PVR
Grant was looking into creating a Ubuntu-based PVR. Once it was configured I’m sure it would be pretty hard to break. Windows is rock-solid as...
The 8800 is a Freakin' Heater!
I finally broke down and got an nVidia 8800 video card (only the 320MB version). It performs great but is the hottest video card...
MAC Address Filter on Wireless Router
I use the MAC address filter on my wireless routers. It takes a little more setup time, but adds another layer of protection. Even if...
Can Blogs be Commercialized?
Today there are roughly 60 million blogs…ooppss 60 million and one…no 60 million and two… You get the idea. The blogosphere is growing. Dramatically. Rapidly....
Corsair Padlock 2GB USB Drive Review
Flash drives are becoming more and more popular in today’s digital lifestyle, as they are a convenient way to transport important data. These tiny devices...
WEP-64 and WEP-128
WEP-64 and WEP-128 provide minimal security. As the key doesn’t rotate, it is a relatively weak level of security (WEP-128 is obviously better) WPA uses...
Always Start Windows Applications in Administrator Mode
Older utilities that aren’t Vista-aware may not run in Administrator mode when running on Windows Vista. Therefore, when you go to run a program (an...
Antec Earthwatts 500W EA500 PSU Review
As we’ve said before, the power supply is the most overlooked component when buying or building your own computer. Whether your computer is a simple...
CoolIT Freezone
One great product that just came out is CoolIT’s Freezone, which is an all-in-one peltier/watercooling hybrid. Not only is it much simpler to install than watercooling,...
Noctua NC-U6 Chipset Cooler Review
Many computer motherboards still cool their chipsets with a standard aluminum heatsink and a small fan. While these may work fine at first, the fans...
Evercool TG-W1 Cooler for Nintendo Wii
Is a cooler for Wii really that dumb? Nintendo’s new Wii has taken the top spot in the home console war. The Wii produces only...
Matrox TripleHead2Go Digital Edition Review
Programmers, CAD Professionals, and Graphic Designers have been using multi-monitor support for years. The technology has been available to the average consumer since Windows NT4,...
Staff Page Updated!
I’ve been meaning to do this for a long time, but the staff page has been updated! It’s now completely dynamic and <A class=iAs style=”COLOR:...
The Goblin Game Preview
When I was a kid, I played Dungeons and Dragons. A lot. Upon reading all the RPG magazines of the day (Dragon Magazine was by...