There might be a gazillion reasons why Mozilla Firefox is the best web browser and one of these reasons is that it is the only web browser that you can fully personalize. Anyway, this post is not about Mozilla Firefox but rather about it's media download extension that is very helpful and easy to use (not to mention supports a lot of sites): DownloadHelper.
You can download download helper here.
That is of course you are a Mozilla Firefox user, if not you better replace your old slow and not very innovative web browser. Just search for my download Firefox button at the side to start experiencing the web in a new and much more exciting way.
Gosh I sound like a product spokesperson! Anyway, I used this Firefox extension to download anime videos from www.crunchyroll.com and boy was I satisfied! The Wi-Fi internet connection at the XU library sometimes turns off so my video streaming also gets cut off.
Besides, it's faster to download a flash movie than wait for it to load. And if you want faster downloads use DAP as your download accelerator. You can click here to download DAP.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Windows XP vs Windows Vista
Actually, my laptop is a Vista capable computer and that it's supposed to have a Windows Vista as an OS. But I was given a choice to either have the Vista or a Windows XP. I didn't have any second thoughts and I quickly decided to have a Windows XP as my operating system. Here are the reasons why I chose an old W XP to the new Windows Vista:
- Windows Vista is a memory-hungry OS, it will only slow my laptop.
- Most programs that I plan to install aren't Vista capable yet.
- The only difference that I see in Vista is the design and maybe some tools and programs that I'm never really going to use.
If you would see my desktop above, you would first think that it's a Vista because of the sidebar. Well you're definitely wrong! This is actually a Windows XP desktop with the tool Google Desktop which you could download for free at http://desktop.google.com
Google desktop offers the same quick search capability of Windows Vista and you can download several gadgets and widgets that will suite not only your style but will also be very useful like my system monitor (which is just like the one Vista has).
In short, since I don't have enough memory and computing power I won't go for Vista. Besides I'm very happy with Windows XP and my laptop's current speed.
Google desktop offers the same quick search capability of Windows Vista and you can download several gadgets and widgets that will suite not only your style but will also be very useful like my system monitor (which is just like the one Vista has).
In short, since I don't have enough memory and computing power I won't go for Vista. Besides I'm very happy with Windows XP and my laptop's current speed.
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Back To My Personal Life
Oh my God! I can't believe what's happening to my blog! It's slowly turning into an advertising pot hole! Ok, time to refresh my self why I wanted to blog in the first place. I wanted to blog to express my self, to share my ideas, and to develop my creativity and stuff but all I'm doing now is wanting to earn more money! So this is what you call "Compulsive Blog Addiction" huh? Like it's already 2:23 AM and I am still up blogging... Actually I was still searching the net for more pay for blogging sites when I suddenly realized that I should just stop and focus on writing posts rather than searching for more ads to place on my blog because this is a personal site after all... but still, earning money while doing what you like is very tempting. Ok, the rooster just crowed meaning it's already morning and I have to sleep... hmm... so good night, or rather good morning world! I'm off to bed!
Friday, February 8, 2008
My New Acer Aspire 4310 Laptop!
For many days, or rather weeks, I have been going on and on about laptops and I have been obsessed with laptops to the point that I couldn't concentrate on studying.
But after several weeks and with one swipe of a Citibank Credit Card, presto! My new Acer Aspire 4310 Laptop:
Picture Credits goes to: http://komku.blogspot.com/2007/10/acer-aspire-4310-and-3dmark03.html as I am very lazy to take a picture and upload photos of my laptop anyway, they look the same.
You might be wondering why I didn't get the Acer Aspire 4315 or the Asus X51R... anyway the Acer Aspire 4315 is actually phased-out in the Philippines and the 4310 is way better as it has a built in web camera and microphone perfect for web video conferencing! Here are the specs:
Operating System - Windows XP (thinking of upgrading to Vista...)
Processor - Intel Celeron® M Processor (1.73 GHz, 1MB, 533 FSB)
Chipset - Mobile Intel® 943GML Express Chipset
Memory - 1.5 GB DDR2 RAM
Display Screen - 14.1" WXGA TFT Crystalbrite LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution
Video Type - Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 950
Video Memory - 224 Shared Memory
Hard Disk - 80 GB SATA HDD
Optical Drive - Built-in Super Multi Double Layer Drive
Weight - 2.6 kg
Dimension - 344 (W) x 246 (D) x 37/42 (H) mm
Network Interface - Built in 56K Modem, Built in 10/100/1000 Gigabit LAN
Wireless LAN - Built-in Acer Invilink Wireless LAN ( 802.11b/g)
Card Reader - Built in 5 in 1 Card Reader
Battery Type - 6 Cell Battery, 44.4W Li-ion battery pack
Battery Life - 2.5 hour Battery Life
Actual battery life may vary, depending on usage and configuration.
Although the Asus X51R is better than the Acer Aspire 4310 (here is my post about the Asus X51R laptop: http://vincentbautista.blogspot.com/2008/02/asus-x51r-series.html) my mom got me an Acer because of it's great promo: 0% Interest!
Anyway I am very happy with my laptop and despite it's humble Intel Celeron 1.73Ghz speed, it's still fast enough to meet up with my multitasking and stuff, so in short I love my laptop! ^_^
But after several weeks and with one swipe of a Citibank Credit Card, presto! My new Acer Aspire 4310 Laptop:
Picture Credits goes to: http://komku.blogspot.com/2007/10/acer-aspire-4310-and-3dmark03.html as I am very lazy to take a picture and upload photos of my laptop anyway, they look the same.
You might be wondering why I didn't get the Acer Aspire 4315 or the Asus X51R... anyway the Acer Aspire 4315 is actually phased-out in the Philippines and the 4310 is way better as it has a built in web camera and microphone perfect for web video conferencing! Here are the specs:
Operating System - Windows XP (thinking of upgrading to Vista...)
Processor - Intel Celeron® M Processor (1.73 GHz, 1MB, 533 FSB)
Chipset - Mobile Intel® 943GML Express Chipset
Memory - 1.5 GB DDR2 RAM
Display Screen - 14.1" WXGA TFT Crystalbrite LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution
Video Type - Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 950
Video Memory - 224 Shared Memory
Hard Disk - 80 GB SATA HDD
Optical Drive - Built-in Super Multi Double Layer Drive
Weight - 2.6 kg
Dimension - 344 (W) x 246 (D) x 37/42 (H) mm
Network Interface - Built in 56K Modem, Built in 10/100/1000 Gigabit LAN
Wireless LAN - Built-in Acer Invilink Wireless LAN ( 802.11b/g)
Card Reader - Built in 5 in 1 Card Reader
Battery Type - 6 Cell Battery, 44.4W Li-ion battery pack
Battery Life - 2.5 hour Battery Life
Actual battery life may vary, depending on usage and configuration.
Although the Asus X51R is better than the Acer Aspire 4310 (here is my post about the Asus X51R laptop: http://vincentbautista.blogspot.com/2008/02/asus-x51r-series.html) my mom got me an Acer because of it's great promo: 0% Interest!
Anyway I am very happy with my laptop and despite it's humble Intel Celeron 1.73Ghz speed, it's still fast enough to meet up with my multitasking and stuff, so in short I love my laptop! ^_^
It is fast enough to play some games like SIMS 2 and Red Alert 2 so I have no problem, non at all. The battery life is actually good. The speaker is not that good but I won't be using my laptop for playing music at parties so it's ok.
Over all, I give it an 8 out of 10 because it's functionality and ease of use (lots of quick access buttons, I love it!) plus it's very affordable price of Php 30,000 makes it an ideal laptop for students like me. I can really use this laptop as a student nurse for my research and case presentations. This laptop is actually very good for presentations with LCD projectors because it's compatible with any LCD projector, I actually have used this laptop for 2 presentations.
This laptop is a great buy people!
My New Acer Aspire 4310 Laptop!
For many days, or rather weeks, I have been going on and on about laptops and I have been obsessed with laptops to the point that I couldn't concentrate on studying.
But after several weeks and with one swipe of a Citibank Credit Card, presto! My new Acer Aspire 4310 Laptop:
Picture Credits goes to: http://komku.blogspot.com/2007/10/acer-aspire-4310-and-3dmark03.html as I am very lazy to take a picture and upload photos of my laptop anyway, they look the same.
You might be wondering why I didn't get the Acer Aspire 4315 or the Asus X51R... anyway the Acer Aspire 4315 is actually phased-out in the Philippines and the 4310 is way better as it has a built in web camera and microphone perfect for web video conferencing! Here are the specs:
Operating System - Linux (but mine is windows XP)
Processor - Intel Celeron® M Processor
Processor Type - Celeron M 530 (1.73Ghz, 1MB, 533 FSB)
Chipset - Mobile Intel® 943GML Express Chipset
Memory - 512 MB DDR2 ( Upgradeable up to 2 GB )
Display Screen - 14.1" WXGA TFT Crystalbrite LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution
Video Type - Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 950
Video Memory - 224 Shared Memory
Hard Disk - 80 GB SATA HDD
Optical Drive - Built-in Super Multi Double Layer Drive
Weight - 2.6 kg
Dimension - 344 (W) x 246 (D) x 37/42 (H) mm
Network Interface - Built in 56K Modem, Built in 10/100/1000 Gigabit LAN
Wireless LAN - Built-in Acer Invilink Wireless LAN ( 802.11b/g)
Card Reader - Built in 5 in 1 Card Reader
Battery Type - 6 Cell Battery, 44.4W Li-ion battery pack
Battery Life - 2.5 hour Battery Life
Actual battery life may vary, depending on usage and configuration.
Although the Asus X51R is better than the Acer Aspire 4310 (here is my post about the Asus X51R laptop: http://vincentbautista.blogspot.com/2008/02/asus-x51r-series.html) my mom got me an Acer because of it's great promo: 0% Interest!
Anyway I am very happy with my laptop and despite it's humble Intel Celeron 1.73Ghz speed, it's still fast enough to meet up with my multitasking and stuff, so in short I love my laptop! ^_^
It is fast enough to play some games like SIMS 2 and Red Alert 2 so I have no problem, non at all. The battery life is actually good. The speaker is not that good but I won't be using my laptop for playing music at parties so it's ok.
Over all, I give it an 8 out of 10 because it's functionality and ease of use (lots of quick access buttons, I love it!) plus it's very affordable price of Php 30,000 makes it an ideal laptop for students like me. I can really use this laptop as a student nurse for my research and case presentations. This laptop is actually very good for presentations with LCD projectors because it's compatible with any LCD projector, I actually have used this laptop for 2 presentations.
This laptop is a great buy people!
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