I’ve seen a rash of Seagate 2.5″ hard drive failures in the past week

Posted by on Aug 16, 2012 in Blog, cloud, computer backups, computers, google, Hard drives, hardware, music, photos, Technology | 0 comments

During this week beginning August 13, 2012 I’ve seen four Seagate 2.5″ hard drives fail. All of the drives except one are the 500gb size. The other one was a Seagate ST9640320AS 640gb 2.5″ . This is the first time I’ve ever come across a certain brand and size range fail in multiples all in a week. I will try to get the model numbers for you, but I believe they were all the Momentus model. Maybe it was a coincidence...

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The 5 best Ipad apps for .99 cents

Posted by on Apr 18, 2012 in Blog, ipad app, music, photos, software, Technology | 0 comments

Well the Ipad is for real. I bought a Gen 1 off Ebay and it is pretty sweet. I shunned the Ipad for quite a while before giving in and owning one. It is very user friendly and a polished product, not that Apple would let an Ipad be on the shelf if it wasn’t perfected. The app selection is never ending for the Ipad. I think there are 50,000 and growing at this time. I will write a post talking about the free apps someday, but today I...

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derekscomputer.com review of Logitech Squeezebox Radio Music Player

Posted by on Mar 2, 2012 in Blog, internet appliance, internet radio, music, Technology | 1 comment

One of the best Internet appliances I have found is the Logitech Squeezebox. It is an Internet radio that allows you to stream podcasts, music, and talk radio from all over the world.  It connects using either wireless or a wired connection to your home or office Internet. The fit and finish on the Squeezebox is excellent as well as the sound. It has a “well built” type of feel to it with tactile rubber buttons and knobs.  It is...

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