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by sarlen
January 15, 2013, 9:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: E Cigarette
Replies: 93
Views: 34344

Re: E Cigarette

I have been vaping for 3 years now and would consider it “mostly” successful. I was able to stop smoking but it seems I have replaced one habit with another. I didn’t push the aspect of using the ecig to quit, I started using it because my employer ban all smoking on site and the nearly 1 mile trek ...
by sarlen
December 3, 2011, 9:39 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Kindle Jailbreak
Replies: 14
Views: 3246

Re: Kindle Jailbreak

On November 29th Amazon put out firmware update 6.2, the second update since the launch of the Fire. Performance of both the carousel interface and web browsing is noticeably increased. I had my Fire rooted, when the automatic update hit it removed the root but left all of my root required apps work...
by sarlen
May 1, 2011, 7:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I wanted to share
Replies: 11
Views: 2624

Re: I wanted to share

Leonaerd wrote:I can't wait to melt some brand new panties.
Pics or it didn't happen..
by sarlen
February 8, 2011, 12:00 am
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Security Plus
Replies: 41
Views: 8351

Re: Security Plus

I'm not a huge fan of Oracle right now. The whole software suite the data center uses at the company I work for is a oracle product, we were basically the beta testers for it in our prod environment, and to be quite honest it's really not very good. This pretty much sums up my feelings on Oracle as...
by sarlen
February 7, 2011, 11:48 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Pepsi "park bench" commercial - reinforcing the stereotypes
Replies: 28
Views: 4802

Re: Pepsi "park bench" commercial - reinforcing the stereotypes

I don't get any racial over tones or stereotypes from it but then again I don't have the whole white guilt thing that most people seem to carry with them. Its crazy but I can go weeks and weeks at a time without being offended by something..
by sarlen
January 19, 2011, 3:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your 5th amendment right
Replies: 2
Views: 1665

Your 5th amendment right

I found a link to this video from a news story talking about a kid who was room mates with a guy that consented to a search of a shared dorm room when the police did not have probable cause, needless to say it didn't turn out to well for the kids. This is a great presentation from a lawyer AND a pol...
by sarlen
December 20, 2010, 11:34 am
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Cisco PIX and ASA ACLs
Replies: 0
Views: 1243

Cisco PIX and ASA ACLs

I'm looking for a tool to manage and create ACLs for Cisco PIX and ASA. Way back in the day we used CiscoWorks to do this but it has been discontinued with no product replacing it. Is anyone using a similar product that gives the same flexability i.e. web interface to the ACLs?
by sarlen
October 11, 2010, 10:31 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: 2003 R2 issues
Replies: 6
Views: 1714

Re: 2003 R2 issues

pyrella wrote:x86/64?
x86 on the one having issues, 64 on all the others..hmmm...
by sarlen
October 11, 2010, 9:11 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: 2003 R2 issues
Replies: 6
Views: 1714

Re: 2003 R2 issues

AV perhaps? We have to exclude the data dirs and mdf/ldf files because we were getting time out issues. I know you said without SQL running as well - but worth a shot. With our R710's I remember when we were getting them for our VM boxes there was a lot of confusion about memory type - only in trip...
by sarlen
October 11, 2010, 9:54 am
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: 2003 R2 issues
Replies: 6
Views: 1714

2003 R2 issues

Im having an odd issue with a server and Im at the end of my rope with it, as is the case with most production servers a reimage is out of the question. The machine is a Dell r710 dual quads with 4gb ram in raid 5 running 2003 R2. The issue is the machine is a slug, just about every action takes a f...
by sarlen
October 10, 2010, 1:32 am
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Short history facts/trivia
Replies: 6
Views: 1808

Re: Short history facts/trivia

Lee Harvey Oswald made an attempt on another politician 6 months prior to assassinating the President. His plan was foiled when the only shot he got off on his target deflected off a window frame. Discovery channel ftw.
by sarlen
June 14, 2010, 4:34 pm
Forum: Sports
Topic: World Cup 2010
Replies: 123
Views: 19492

Re: World Cup 2010

Boogahz wrote::-s

Did you read the last few posts?

heh ya reading would have helped..
by sarlen
June 14, 2010, 4:09 pm
Forum: Sports
Topic: World Cup 2010
Replies: 123
Views: 19492

Re: World Cup 2010

maybe a little off topic but...what the hell is that buzzing sound during soccer games on tv? I have tried a few times to sit through a soccer game but the audio is annoying as hell.
by sarlen
May 17, 2010, 8:24 pm
Forum: Video Game General Discussion
Topic: Single thread forum: Star Trek Online
Replies: 32
Views: 6342

Re: Single thread forum: Star Trek Online

I canceled after my free month, server stability was god awful and several times over that few weeks I would try to do a quest it would bug out not allowing me to drop the quest or complete it. I figured I would give it a few months to mature just a little and try again. Funny thing is, I put up wit...
by sarlen
May 8, 2010, 6:41 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: SATA -> IDE Cable
Replies: 3
Views: 1295

Re: SATA -> IDE Cable

pyrella wrote:for 10-15 bucks you can get a SATA/IDE to usb + power adapter. Keep one in my bag all the time = all you need is a wall plug and a usb port.
Same here, never leave home without it. Best $20 I ever spent and it works 100% of the time.
by sarlen
April 2, 2010, 10:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I got accepted to American University.
Replies: 15
Views: 3905

Re: I got accepted to American University.

Grats Spang!
by sarlen
April 1, 2010, 10:19 am
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Screw you Samsung and your $500 repair bill!
Replies: 20
Views: 5409

Re: Screw you Samsung and your $500 repair bill!

The Vizio 42" and 46" have the same issue, warranty repaired it the first time but now way out of warranty. Nice little tutorial here that I may need in the future!
by sarlen
February 18, 2010, 9:14 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Schools spying on Kids using Laptop Webcams
Replies: 5
Views: 912

Re: Schools spying on Kids using Laptop Webcams

There's got to be some serious laws being broken with this: http://www.boingboing.net/2010/02/17/school-used-student.html According to the filings in Blake J Robbins v Lower Merion School District (PA) et al, the laptops issued to high-school students in the well-heeled Philly suburb have webcams t...
by sarlen
February 3, 2010, 11:04 pm
Forum: Video Game General Discussion
Topic: Single thread forum: Star Trek Online
Replies: 32
Views: 6342

Re: Single thread forum: Star Trek Online

Ground combat is abysmal, though, and I expect that's where a lot of the grinding is going to be. The god-awful turn-based phaser battles will kill this one. Also, pathfinding for your AI teammates is bad; like 1996 bad. Apparently FTL travel is no biggie, but your crack security teams are stumped ...
by sarlen
January 26, 2010, 8:57 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: 1/3 US Women in Military Raped
Replies: 12
Views: 1778

Re: 1/3 US Women in Military Raped

Bring back the good time girls in combat zones...problem nearly solved.
by sarlen
January 15, 2010, 9:28 pm
Forum: Video Game General Discussion
Topic: Single thread forum: Star Trek Online
Replies: 32
Views: 6342

Re: Single thread forum: Star Trek Online

I'm pretty sure fileplanet has beta keys...
by sarlen
January 14, 2010, 2:47 am
Forum: Video Game General Discussion
Topic: Single thread forum: Star Trek Online
Replies: 32
Views: 6342

Re: Single thread forum: Star Trek Online

Open Beta started yesterday.

http://www.fileplanet.com/208701/200000 ... eta-Client

Its not to bad, I haven't played more then half an hour or so yet so I wont start rating it just yet..
by sarlen
November 6, 2009, 11:59 am
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Looking for a new router
Replies: 1
Views: 1011

Looking for a new router

Looking for a new router since my Linksys seems to finally be dying. I have a few requirements; Must be at least 4 LAN ports Must be 10/100/1000 on the LAN 10/100 on the WAN side Serve DHCP Port Forwarding Support UPnP Does not need to be wireless This D-Link http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...
by sarlen
October 30, 2009, 1:50 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Tom Tom One XL-S
Replies: 17
Views: 3012

Re: Tom Tom One XL-S

Bought it, used it on my trip to Amarillo and it was worth every penny. The turn by turn audible directions while working your way through heavy traffic in areas I had never been was invaluable.
by sarlen
October 5, 2009, 9:55 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Tom Tom One XL-S
Replies: 17
Views: 3012

Re: Tom Tom One XL-S

Well screen size, resolution, brightness in sunlight would be a major concern. All the "one" touch functionality from any GPS beats the crap out of any software I have tried on my phone including the tomtom mobile app. I drive all over the country for my job and a dedicated device makes mo...
by sarlen
October 5, 2009, 8:13 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Tom Tom One XL-S
Replies: 17
Views: 3012

Tom Tom One XL-S

Looking at buying one of these http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/tomtom-one-xl-s/4505-3430_7-32735424.html The local Wal Mart has it on clearance for $119.99. Feature wise it looks pretty good but being a total GPS nub was hoping for a little bit of advise from anyone that has used one of t...
by sarlen
October 4, 2009, 7:31 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Keep your Computer Clean
Replies: 53
Views: 52076

Re: Keep your Computer Clean

Ms Security Essentials is officially out today. http://www.microsoft.com/security_essentials/ Free AV and it's not a ressource hog. I have been running AVG free 8.5 and adaware for the last 2 years or so and have had no issues that I knew of until today when I installed Security essentials and it f...
by sarlen
September 24, 2009, 10:16 am
Forum: Ryyysfemorrrr!
Topic: Arm Development
Replies: 4
Views: 2880

Arm Development

On and off over the last 5 years or so I have been lifting weights and walking on a treadmill to keep my ass from getting to fat. A few times over the years I have tried to actually get some growth in my arms, shoulders, and back but about all I can accomplish is getting the muscles firm but that’s ...
by sarlen
August 29, 2009, 11:02 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: File Encryption
Replies: 3
Views: 1130

Re: File Encryption

Thanks Winnow and Valryte. Downloaded it and giving it a go, seems ok so far.
by sarlen
August 29, 2009, 2:20 am
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: File Encryption
Replies: 3
Views: 1130

File Encryption

Looking for a free, reputable file encryption software. Something that can on the fly encrypt directories and easily lock/unlock them. Haven't used one in years, tried PGP but apparently they now charge for the app.
by sarlen
July 26, 2009, 10:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What Comes Next?
Replies: 10
Views: 1739

Re: What Comes Next?

Cracc wrote:Dead girls dont say no.

lol awesome!
by sarlen
July 26, 2009, 2:19 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Teamviewer takes over web server
Replies: 3
Views: 1250

Teamviewer takes over web server

This is pretty ugly stuff really. For such a popular tool I'm surprised it took so long to find this "feature".

http://www.theregister.co.uk/2009/07/24 ... wer_snafu/
by sarlen
June 30, 2009, 8:18 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Get rich quick!
Replies: 47
Views: 20943

Re: Get rich quick!

miir wrote:Bumping this up for newbies starting EQ2.

Most of the info is still valid except for maybe selling common harvestables. With the advent of guildhall harvesters, common harvests don't really sell as much anymore.
nice, thanks Miir..
by sarlen
June 29, 2009, 9:16 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Ahhh to be a noob again!
Replies: 15
Views: 6191

Re: Ahhh to be a noob again!

Kaldaur and Boog, thank you so much you guys are awesome! Found a nice noobie guild last night of 21 and over only, which is nice. All around having a good time, just wish I had more then an a few hours a week to play!
by sarlen
June 28, 2009, 9:27 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Billy Mays: An Ex-Pitchman?
Replies: 25
Views: 3139

Re: Billy Mays: An Ex-Pitchman?

Spang wrote:
sarlen wrote:Yer daddy still!!
He's dead.
:(
by sarlen
June 28, 2009, 9:13 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Billy Mays: An Ex-Pitchman?
Replies: 25
Views: 3139

Re: Billy Mays: An Ex-Pitchman?

Spang wrote:Who's going to sexually abuse me at 3 A.M. now?
Yer daddy still!!
by sarlen
June 28, 2009, 7:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OMG BEARS!
Replies: 8
Views: 1667

Re: OMG BEARS!

omg that's cheesy as hell. I cant believe they did that!
by sarlen
June 28, 2009, 6:51 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Ahhh to be a noob again!
Replies: 15
Views: 6191

Re: Ahhh to be a noob again!

The broker is the only place to get bags. You'll find the best stuff there, with the most slots and the cheapest prices. Or, you can just let me mail you some. Truly an offer I cant resist. At level 15 now I have a few 4 slot bags, running back to sell every 20min sucks! Thanks Kaldaur, really...re...
by sarlen
June 28, 2009, 6:49 pm
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: 2012
Replies: 19
Views: 2035

Re: 2012

Trailer looks pretty decent.
by sarlen
June 28, 2009, 6:42 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: 1 for the geeks
Replies: 1
Views: 916

1 for the geeks

http://www.hirensbootcd.net/ If you love the cool little utilities this one is for you. I actually came across this because some one shipped us a server with no password information and we didn't want to just reload the OS. The ability to at will reset the local admin password or any local account p...
by sarlen
June 28, 2009, 3:09 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Billy Mays: An Ex-Pitchman?
Replies: 25
Views: 3139

Re: Billy Mays: An Ex-Pitchman?

Xatrei wrote:"He was found dead in his home on June 28, 2009, after being strangled with a shamwow."

That's some funny shit right there.
by sarlen
June 28, 2009, 1:43 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Ahhh to be a noob again!
Replies: 15
Views: 6191

Re: Ahhh to be a noob again!

unfortunately I'm going it alone, so I sell everything I can just to scrape up a few silver. I guess I'm just looking in the wrong place for the bag vendor. I have yet to use the broker system, so I guess I should give that a go and see if I can find some decent bags on the cheep.
by sarlen
June 28, 2009, 12:36 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Ahhh to be a noob again!
Replies: 15
Views: 6191

Ahhh to be a noob again!

So after a failed download and way to much time to patch I finally got in game. I started a Mystic named Eonar on Perma. I have a few questions: 1. is the legendary low level stuff worth keeping/selling? 2. Where the fuck can I get a flippin bag>? 3. I keep getting items that say they can be further...
by sarlen
June 20, 2009, 2:13 am
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: EQ2 all-in-one is $9.99 this weekend on Steam
Replies: 37
Views: 14048

Re: EQ2 all-in-one is $9.99 this weekend on Steam

wow....first 16 hour download was corrupt!! Trying the Station Launcher this time, hopefully it works.
by sarlen
June 19, 2009, 7:45 am
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: EQ2 all-in-one is $9.99 this weekend on Steam
Replies: 37
Views: 14048

Re: EQ2 all-in-one is $9.99 this weekend on Steam

It was to good to pass up. I picked it up almost a week ago and just started downloading. I never played EQ2 past beta so this should be interesting. Is Perma the place to be?
by sarlen
March 2, 2009, 9:09 am
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: W.
Replies: 14
Views: 2014

Re: W.

Rented this on itunes this weekend and it wasn't to bad. It wasn't a bash fest at all, there were more jabs at the dems then anything really. I'm not sure how authentic the movie is but I actually walked away with a little more respect for W. then I had before.
by sarlen
February 25, 2009, 12:32 am
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: iTunes total piece of crap?
Replies: 14
Views: 2073

iTunes total piece of crap?

I have a little over 65gig of music that took me over a year of on and off work to get all the tags perfect using Media Monkey. I bought an iTouch this week and installed and fired up iTunes and it pooched about a third of my tags. To confirm it I opened media monkey and sure nuff it fucked them up,...
by sarlen
February 21, 2009, 9:51 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: PC Upgrade: 2009 Edition
Replies: 153
Views: 37113

Re: PC Upgrade: 2009 Edition

Love this build, I'm starting my wish list for my build coming in the early summer. For cost and performance I'm sticking to what you have picked except the hard drives but I need to add a case, PSU, DVD-RW drive, and Vista home premium 64. This is the case I'm checking out. Looks pretty good and co...
by sarlen
February 15, 2009, 6:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is your favorite drug?
Replies: 29
Views: 4077

Re: What is your favorite drug?

Even after 10+ years I still have the involuntary reaction of my mouth watering just thinking about the coke. And whats with lumping it in with crack for gods sake? They are far and away different things.
by sarlen
February 4, 2009, 10:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Interview Help!
Replies: 77
Views: 11965

Re: Interview Help!

Grats! All that waiting would have driven me made, especially the hiring freeze part. Instead of actually answering the question I went on about my leet google skills and how easily I can find a solution if I didn't already know how to solve it. Not in those words of course, but thats the gist of i...