Posts tagged with “Geeky”
2009.07.10
Ubuntu for the Eee PC
I've had my Eee PC for about 4 months now. I've really enjoyed it so far. It came setup with a weird version of linux I wasn't used to, I can't remember what type it was. It didn't have a desktop, just a file system that felt like switching between folders. Needless to say, I formatted and installed windows.
My primary reason for installing windows was that I had lost most of my data, including my capstone research in digital format, and my presentation was in 3 weeks. I took the easiest path, the fastest path so I could get what I needed and recover my research.
Now, I have no such obligations. I graduated and received my degree, moved to a new city, and have spent the last month setting up my new life. I'd become increasingly annoyed with my windows installation, and wanted something better. My reasons for not upgrading before now were pretty shallow. So I switched to Ubuntu.
I'm never going back. Now I'm only wondering what took me so long in the first place. One of the best features (IMO) is the multiple desktops feature -- and the variety of ways that it can be changed to accomodate your needs. With such a tiny screen and limited screen real estate, having multiple desktops and an easy way to switch between them is wonderful.
Not to mention I'm having a blast learning command line.
2009.05.20
Mass Effect 2
Mass Effect is only one of my most favorite video games ever. Sure, it has some kinks and flaws, but really, what game doesn't? What I really like is the story behind Mass Effect, because that's what makes it so awesome. So naturally, when I saw this trailer, I about crapped myself in my excitement. (Mature rating for this video.)
This trailer is awesome, and it made me that much more pumped for Mass Effect 2. Also, did you see that crazy gun? I love all the combat improvements they're talking about for the game. It's something I wish ME1 had, so I'm pretty happy about that. Now, hopefully they'll also fix the planets thing and the complete lack of trees everywhere except for Eden Prime and the Citadel.
I demand ME2 demo now. I also really wish I could go to E3, as I believe this will be there.