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dallow, if you're ever picked up by the cops for being a stalker, don't ask us for character witnesses. We couldn't pull it off with straight faces. :rofl:

[quote name='AngellicLulu']Not entirely. I bought Ouendan 2 and some DVDs.[/quote]
Thankfully, some things haven't changed.

Which reminds me, I need to remind myself to go order those Wiimote skins from Play-Asia.
 
it's been an hour since i got out of the pool, and with my body temp being lowered so much, i'm actually still cold. it's currently 87 out and the thermostat says it's 81 in here.
 
[quote name='Scobie']Man, you're out there gettin' crap done! I admire that. Me, I'm pretending I'm not over 30 and shunning as much responsibility as I can. :)[/QUOTE]

I try. Many days I'm just so tired that I hardly do anything around here besides water the garden or at least walk around it and examine it. I've been trying lately to get back into reading and get some of these computer certifications. I'm currently reading about the A+ exam. I'm sure I could pass the exam right now, but I figure might as well read up on it just in case since the exam is not free.
 
[quote name='Dkellar']I try. Many days I'm just so tired that I hardly do anything around here besides water the garden or at least walk around it and examine it. I've been trying lately to get back into reading and get some of these computer certifications. I'm currently reading about the A+ exam. I'm sure I could pass the exam right now, but I figure might as well read up on it just in case since the exam is not free.[/QUOTE]

Can you link me, or if it's real books, let me know what you're reading to prep for the exam?

I want to go ahead and get my A+ too, but like you, I want to be able to ace it the first time since the test is pretty expensive to fail it.

I figure getting my A+ certification will make it a lot easier to get a "real" job before I move.
 
[quote name='shrike4242']This one:
http://www.play-asia.com/paOS-13-71-11v-49-en-70-1ww2.html

And this one:
http://www.play-asia.com/paOS-13-71-11v-49-en-70-1ww1.html

For this reason:
http://www.hori.jp/products/wii/wii_silicone_set/index.html[/QUOTE]

I don't know whats going on in the last page. Even with google translator.

[quote name='XchikaXchikaX']it's been an hour since i got out of the pool, and with my body temp being lowered so much, i'm actually still cold. it's currently 87 out and the thermostat says it's 81 in here.[/QUOTE]

Better wrap up in a blanket so you don't get hypothermiac. It sounds crazy but it can happen. Same reason why marathon runners cover themselves in those foil nasa heat blankets after a race. Just wrap up to be safe.
 
What the hell? Is it some bullshit holiday today? Why am I getting a spelling bee on ESPN instead of PTI?
 
~~Stalker Change of Heart~~

I'm bringing back "new girl" into the fold.
Had a nice, understanding conversation with her before she left. All is good.
She says she 'has a hard time saying no'. We shall see.

Oh, and I told her to store her stuff in my desk. Got to touch her fingertips as I handed her my key.
 
Well,l I finished watching Junebug. And while good, now seeing it compplete it does have some flaws. It's basically a character study. But as it comes to an end, the characters never protest. If you kleep hitting your head against a wall, or keep getting played, you're eventually going to explode. And it never happens.

The other thing is, the last 45 minutes are the drabest, darkest 45 minuted in the whole movie. It's not uplifting. Yet the movie ends on soem catchy upbeat cheerful tune. I haven't seen a worse leadin than when Casey Casen exploded because he had to introduce a pop song after reading a dog obituary. it's that bad a transition.
 
[quote name='Graystone']We used to be a country about flour, and grains. Now were addict to corn. Which really isn't the greatest thing to be addicted to.[/QUOTE]We're wasting tons of money and time trying to use it as an alternative fuel and we've essentially killed Mexico with it. Corn, you suck!
 
[quote name='Graystone']I don't know whats going on in the last page. Even with google translator.[/quote]The picture at the end, where it shows that you can lift up the back part of the Wiimote skin to switch batteries in and out without taking the whole damn thing out of the skin. Less wear and tear on the skin.
 
[quote name='dallow']~~Stalker Update~~

[/quote]Do any of these girls have names? Because I think cafeteria is growing on me for a name. :whistle2:s
 
[quote name='jmcc']What the hell? Is it some bullshit holiday today? Why am I getting a spelling bee on ESPN instead of PTI?[/quote]
I don't know. I'm getting the Women's College World Series. :whistle2:( It's supposed to return tomorrow though.
 
[quote name='Predator21281']Do any of these girls have names? Because I think cafeteria is growing on me for a name. :whistle2:s[/quote]

Ah, they have names.
But I must respect their privacy. :lol:
 
I love gaming but sometimes I just have zero energy or interest in them. Like right now. If I pick up Geometry Wars, I'll be into Dead Rising in no time... for hours... But, "meh."

Dunno how much more I can practically get rid of. I've got boxes for my computer, printer, and consoles plus a few other electronics. I've paired down my clothes pretty severely, which I needed to do. CDs are almost all gone, DVDs are sparse, as are games...

Ah! Sock drawer! To arms!!!
 
[quote name='Roufuss']Can you link me, or if it's real books, let me know what you're reading to prep for the exam?

I want to go ahead and get my A+ too, but like you, I want to be able to ace it the first time since the test is pretty expensive to fail it.

I figure getting my A+ certification will make it a lot easier to get a "real" job before I move.[/QUOTE]

I have three books about it, and will probably get a fourth one as the three I have are somewhat out of date.

http://www.amazon.com/Certification...965629?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1180647853&sr=8-13

One edition of this (not sure what year mine is): http://www.amazon.com/CompTIA-Certi...4965629?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1180647853&sr=8-6

And again, not sure which edition/year of this one I have: http://www.amazon.com/Exam-Cram-Sec...4965629?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1180648025&sr=8-7

I figured if I read all three or at least skim one and read two and later pick up a newer edition I'll be good for the exam.
 
Thanks a ton... might get that A+ one for dummies, I didn't even know they still made those :rofl:

I found an old one the other day I had for an old version of Windows, I always liked the formats.

Can you get any sort of ok job with just an A+, or is it recommended to get more certification after? I'm hoping an A+ at least lets me get my foot in the door.
 
[quote name='dallow']Ah, they have names.
But I most respect their privacy. :lol:[/QUOTE]
Hello, irony!

Wait...does the "lol" smiley negate that? :whistle2:k
 
[quote name='Scobie']Ah! Sock drawer! To arms!!![/QUOTE]

Welp, that's done. Not as satisfying a quest as I had hoped it to be. Field monsters weren't strong or plentiful enough to level me up even. Bleh. Bored.
 
Since Scobie puppies all the other OTTs, I'm gonna goat this one:

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[MEDIA]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0Y-SvS9kwo&mode=related&search=[/MEDIA]
 
[quote name='Maklershed']Since Scobie puppies all the other OTTs, I'm gonna goat this one:[/QUOTE]

goat'd! :)
 
[quote name='Roufuss']Thanks a ton... might get that A+ one for dummies, I didn't even know they still made those :rofl:

I found an old one the other day I had for an old version of Windows, I always liked the formats.

Can you get any sort of ok job with just an A+, or is it recommended to get more certification after? I'm hoping an A+ at least lets me get my foot in the door.[/QUOTE]

You might be able to. To me, the A+ seems more focused on PC repair. It's useful since you have proof of your knowledge of PCs both on a hardware and software level. I would say the A+ is like a high school diploma of the PC world. So you might want to pursue other certifications such as some of the Microsoft ones or Cisco ones. I know the Cisco ones require you to retake the exam every 2-3 years. The A+, I think it is just a one time shot but is always good to retake it after a few years. Not sure about some of the MS ones.


Just tested out the polyurethane. Took a while to stir it all up as some of the shit inside it settled to the bottom. Just need to wait 4-6 hours for the test piece to dry :(
 
[quote name='jmcc']What the hell? Is it some bullshit holiday today? Why am I getting a spelling bee on ESPN instead of PTI?[/QUOTE]

Because spelling is the new UFC.
 
[quote name='Maklershed']Since Scobie puppies all the other OTTs, I'm gonna goat this one:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0Y-SvS9kwo&mode=related&search=[/quote]
RTuoF-Rmn7Y
 
[quote name='Dkellar']You might be able to. To me, the A+ seems more focused on PC repair. It's useful since you have proof of your knowledge of PCs both on a hardware and software level. I would say the A+ is like a high school diploma of the PC world. So you might want to pursue other certifications such as some of the Microsoft ones or Cisco ones. I know the Cisco ones require you to retake the exam every 2-3 years. The A+, I think it is just a one time shot but is always good to retake it after a few years. Not sure about some of the MS ones.
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Yea, I did some reading, the A+ is more focused on PC repair / building / installation / basic stuff, but it seems to be a good start to getting your foot in the door. I actually took PC Repair 1 and 2 in college a few years ago, but didn't have the money at the time to take the test, and forgot about it.

I don't want to do retail while I finish up college, so I figure if I get my A+, shoehorn it into a semi non retail computer job, and keep getting cert's while I finish up school, I shouldn't really have a problem.

But definitely, thanks for this book, I think I might head down to Barnes and Noble and grab a copy with the discount card.

It really can't hurt to have some extra certification when looking for a job, and it certainly opens up more possibilities than just retail work.
 
[quote name='prmononoke']Suddenly, I really love the idea of having to do research for essays. Quotations make the paper so much longer.[/QUOTE]

If you're in a pinch, PM me. You can cite me as an expert interview, which is a legitimate source. I might not be an expert in whatever you're writing about, but with google, I'm sure I can fake my way through it.
 
[quote name='Dkellar']You might be able to. To me, the A+ seems more focused on PC repair. It's useful since you have proof of your knowledge of PCs both on a hardware and software level. I would say the A+ is like a high school diploma of the PC world. So you might want to pursue other certifications such as some of the Microsoft ones or Cisco ones. I know the Cisco ones require you to retake the exam every 2-3 years. The A+, I think it is just a one time shot but is always good to retake it after a few years. Not sure about some of the MS ones.[/quote]A+ is a general level of computer competency, nothing more.

The high school diploma statement is close enough on the mark. Some jobs won't hire you without one. It's not that much to pass the exams, if you're not a computer idiot.

MSCE certifications are a whole different situation, same for the Cisco stuff.
 
[quote name='Scobie']If you're in a pinch, PM me. You can cite me as an expert interview, which is a legitimate source. I might not be an expert in whatever you're writing about, but with google, I'm sure I can fake my way through it.[/quote]
Can I list you as a reference on my resume?
 
[quote name='Dr Mario Kart']how does being banned work. You can still see the site but you cant do anything? Can you still check your messages but not post or what[/quote]

It's like being dead I imagine.
So.... cold.
 
[quote name='shrike4242']A+ is a general level of computer competency, nothing more.

The high school diploma statement is close enough on the mark. Some jobs won't hire you without one. It's not that much to pass the exams, if you're not a computer idiot.

MSCE certifications are a whole different situation, same for the Cisco stuff.[/QUOTE]

Yea, I'm sure I could pass the exams, but I'd rather spend $26 on Amazon to check out the book and know for a fact I can pass it, then fail it somehow and blow money on the test.

Better to be safe than sorry!

I'm just hoping I can get an entry level computer job with the A+. It sure beats working retail.
 
[quote name='dcfox']Can I list you as a reference on my resume?[/QUOTE]

Sure!

...Just found some of my old guitar stuff... got an ART Levelar tube leveling pre-amp, a Boss DS-2 distortion pedal, and an E-Bow plus that I might see how much I can get for at a local guitar store.
 
[quote name='Scobie']If you're in a pinch, PM me. You can cite me as an expert interview, which is a legitimate source. I might not be an expert in whatever you're writing about, but with google, I'm sure I can fake my way through it.[/quote]
Haha, I may, if I end up needing to fill some more space. I've already got five pages though, and I've only cited one source. It only needs to be 6-10 pages, also, so I may be golden at this point.

Unless, of course, you happen to be an expert on the free market and deregulation?

Fortunately, I was able to interview my parents and their business partner, as they own a business. One which has a website...
 
[quote name='Dr Mario Kart']how does being banned work. You can still see the site but you cant do anything? Can you still check your messages but not post or what[/quote]When you're on the site and you just get banned, you're not able to post or do anything on the site. I'm not sure if it stops you from changing forums or the like, though I know it stops you from posting. Once you disconnect and then try to reconnect, you're presented with a message about why you're banned, and I think it tells you the duration as well.

[quote name='Roufuss']Yea, I'm sure I could pass the exams, but I'd rather spend $26 on Amazon to check out the book and know for a fact I can pass it, then fail it somehow and blow money on the test.

Better to be safe than sorry!

I'm just hoping I can get an entry level computer job with the A+. It sure beats working retail.[/quote]
I went from working computer retail to computer repair work in my first post-college job, which went to a PC support role in my next job, then into computer consulting, doing numerous different things in IT.
 
[quote name='prmononoke']Haha, I may, if I end up needing to fill some more space. I've already got five pages though, and I've only cited one source. It only needs to be 6-10 pages, also, so I may be golden at this point.

Unless, of course, you happen to be an expert on the free market and deregulation?[/QUOTE]

I know all about it, and I'm highly opinionated on the subject. Short version: Deregulation is crap! PM me for the long version, although it might be better skype me and record the interview. Do you have about 40 gigs of free HD space?
 
[quote name='shrike4242']
I went from working computer retail to computer repair work in my first post-college job, which went to a PC support role in my next job, then into computer consulting, doing numerous different things in IT.[/QUOTE]

Thanks, this gives me even more motivation to get the book and start learning!

Amazon has the best deal on the books, might as well use the Prime trial while I've got it.
 
[quote name='Dkellar']Ok, I think I'll go water the garden and trees.[/quote]

it's raining here;)

not a pouring rain either. a nice, gentle soaking.
 
[quote name='vasco']WTF is an OTT? Is it like IDK, my bff Jill?[/quote]

Leave and never return. You'll thank us.

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Necrophagist is some... interesting shit.
 
[quote name='Scobie']I know all about it, and I'm highly opinionated on the subject. Short version: Deregulation is crap! PM me for the long version, although it might be better skype me and record the interview. Do you have about 40 gigs of free HD space?[/quote]

Bah!

I gotta get this done quick, so I pretty much need to just quote and write, but I actually would love to hear your thoughts on the subject. It could be quite a fun little debate. Granted, I'm a 19-year-old college freshman, and you've graduated, right? You'd probably kick my ass. But actually... I'm about to shoot you a PM.
 
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