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Mac OS X / 10.8 – Initial Thoughts
I just purchased a Mac Mini, and I’d like to share my initial thoughts. I’m pretty stoked about the purchase, as my other desktop computer has gotten too old to run the newest version of Pro Tools audio software. And that old (2005) Dell computer is just cramping my style in general. Comparatively, the Mac Mini is so small and sleek looking, but let’s really get into the review: INITIAL START UP TIME: I made a leap from OS X 10.6 on my laptop to 10.8 on the Mini. Starting up
Nov 7, 20124 min read


Data Management / Backup Practices (Reinforcement)
I’ve written about it before, and I’m writing about it again: data management is extremely important if you want to keep files around for...
Oct 28, 20122 min read


I Spent the Day Following the Space Shuttle in the Streets of Los Angeles
This is one of those days I say a thankful prayer for. Alongside a huge group of giddy residents, I walked alongside the retired space...
Oct 14, 20121 min read


Space Shuttle Endeavour In The Skies and Streets Of L.A.
This post details Space Shuttle Endeavour's retirement flight and the start of its move to the California Science Center in L.A.
Sep 20, 20123 min read
Long-term Data Storage Considerations
If you value your photos, videos, and documents – and I know you do – you may occasionally back up your digital files, without any real...
Aug 9, 20127 min read


Tech How-to: Disassembly of a LaCie Rugged External Hard Drive
This post provides step by step instructions for disassembling a LaCie rugged portable hard drive.
May 18, 20123 min read
Mac vs. PC
The Mac vs. PC debate is much like beating a dead horse… a VERY dead horse. There will NEVER be any glimmering examples that prove either...
Apr 14, 20122 min read
Beware: Internet Scammers are on the Prowl
Scammers must really believe in the sentiment of “Work smarter, not harder.” As many of us work our tails off, scammers across the world...
Mar 28, 20122 min read


Tech How-to: Disassembly of a LaCie Porsche External Hard Drive
This tech how-to post provides detailed instructions for disassembly of a LaCie Porsche external hard drive, followed by testing the unit.
Feb 18, 20123 min read
Data Aggregation in a Digital World = Too Much
It’s a wonder I didn’t do better in school. I didn’t do bad, but I could have just done…better. The thing is, I like to read a lot....
Jan 26, 20123 min read
Ancient Computers
In conversation yesterday, the topic of growing up around computers came about. I have always had what seems to be a knack for...
Jan 20, 20124 min read
Tech How-to: Fixing Pro Tools 10 CPU Overload Errors
A breakthrough! A breakthrough! I have been doing some experimenting with my recording rig, as described yesterday. Today it seems that...
Dec 31, 20112 min read
Pro Tools… An Exploration (2024 Update)
It's currently April 2024, and Pro Tools is available again as a standalone purchase! Hooray! I hope more companies backtrack on the...
Dec 30, 20115 min read
Music Evolved
So much has changed in the music business in the past decade alone. That’s not really news to anyone, but it’s so much more than just the...
Dec 29, 20113 min read
Exploring Techland (Kindle Fire Reviewed)
So… I just got a new Kindle Fire from the bosses and VIPs at work! Such an awesome gift that they gave to probably 200 people overall....
Dec 28, 20113 min read
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