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So just putting this out there. Is anyone elce think there iPhone 3g is almost unuseable. I can almost not stand it anymore. I plan on getting the iPhone 4G the day it comes out, well if it is as cool as the new Google based phones. Let me know?
So ReadyBoost I bet you know just about nothing about it. First introduced with Windows Vista in 2006 and also included with Windows 7. ReadyBoost is used for disk cache a kind of quick storage for fast write and reads, typically 80-100 times faster than random reads from traditional hard drives. I have a small 4GB SD card in my notebook that is running Vista I guess is speeds it up, I see the thing running all the time. I think the real speed we are going to see is with the new solid-state drive (SSD) these drives are fast Sequential Access – Read: up to 110MB/sec Sequential Access – Write: up to 51MB/sec. So not just for ReadyBoost but for booting up the OS and Games. Just think if you could load up your computer in 20 seconds or less wouldn’t that be cool. So with Windows 7 ReadyBoost is going to better then ever. Now you can hook up to eight, for a maximum 256 gigabytes (GB) of additional memory. Now I’m unsure how much you really need for a system running, say Win7 Pro with 8GB of memory. But I will do some tests on this and update them right here. Bottom line is if you have Vista or are using Windows 7 you should be using ReadyBoost. Vista you want to get a 8GB flash card with fast access times ( vista can only use 4GB of the flash card) and if you are running Windows 7 I am not sure, I would say get a 16GB USB, SD, or even a SSD drive.
In order for ReadyBoost to work in Windows Vista, your USB storage device must meet the following requirements:
- the device must have at least 64MB storage.
- the device must be USB 2.0 compliant.
- the device must have a minimum read speed of 3.5 MB/s.
- the device must have a minimum write speed of 2.5 MB/s.
Follow these steps to enable ReadyBoost:
1. Plug in USB storage device.
2. Go to Computer, right-click on the removable storage device and select Properties.
3. Click on the ReadyBoost tab.
4. Select Use This Device and set the amount of space to use for the system file.
5. Click OK.
So I have watched and listen to Leo Laporte for for many many years back to his days at TechTV. I would watch Leo off of the satellite I can’t even remember what one maybe G6, or T4 not sure. In the link below Leo talkes about his start and where he is at now and where he thinks he is going. He is a very smart man also catch him on Twit, Twit is a mostly all tech related podcast and Live video site. Leo has a great setup, one of the best. I would call it a room of fun, he has a setup of cameras for his pod casts, and for his live shows a, 4 computer setup just for his Skype guests. Also talking about the guests if you like any part of technology. Check out his web site there will be a show you like.
Now don’t get me wrong, I love Microsoft Windows 7. I have been using win7 for about a year now. Windows 7 is I think the best release of windows next to Windows 95 , Windows XP and Windows 2000 which XP is really 2000 with a nice dress on. So back to the video, I know I know these are just actors playing a part for a check and I know they are just trying to sell Windows 7 to the masses, but this video is scary. Watch and see what I mean.
Windows 7 is coming on October 22, 2009. Here’s an easy way to get it fast and save a bunch: Pre-order a Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade for $49** or a Windows 7 Professional Upgrade for $99.** That’s about half off the estimated retail prices. This offer is available through participating retailers. Pick one below and pre-order today. They’ll tell you how to get your copy when Windows 7 is available.
I know first of all who uses MSN, Live, or SPAMie Hotmail. Well I do, not really I have a account which I check about once a month, if that. I get letters from Grandma and the Spammer’s. Now don’t get me wrong I have bought some of the best off the market Viva Viagra from Spam. No I’m just kidding. But anyway back to POP3 Hotmail wow thank you Microsoft for getting in the game, now I would like to see IMAP. I don’t know what took you so long to make if free. Just place ads in there, I’ll look briefly at them. I tried it today and it didn’t work. Here are the setting you need:
* Incoming Mail Server: pop3.live.com (Port 995)
* POP SSL Required = Yes
* User Name: Your Windows Live ID, for example, yourname@hotmail.com or chickenhead@msn.com
* Password: The password you usually use to sign in to Hotmail or Windows Live
* Outgoing Mail Server: smtp.live.com (Port 25)
* Authentication Required = Yes (use your POP user name and password)
* SSL/TLS Required = Yes
I have been a big fan of the SanDisk Cruzer Micro USB 2.0 Flash Drives, I have a 512MB, two 2GB, a 8GB and now the 16GB. All have been great no problems at all. Here are some tips for newbies to the U3 line of drives. First of all the U3 software works as they say on SanDisk web site, I know that’s a first.
OK back to the tips.
Q: I just need a storage drive don’t need the U3 software
A: Go to the U3 Launchpad and SETTINGS then to UNINSTALL and click Uninstall U3 Launchpad
Q: Is there any security software on this.
A: Yes also go to Launchpad and SETTINGS then to Security and enable. Use a good password you can remember. It does work well.
Last some apps I like for the U3:
Skype
Signup Shield
Teamviewer 3
Firefox