Effective Living > Technology > Apple Problem Summary. The hot corners are not working. Possible Solution. If a secondary display has been used as the primary display, it may be that the system doesn’t recognize the hot corners of the display currently in use. Click on the Detect Displays option under the display icon in the upper right toolbar.… Continue reading Apple Hot Corners Not Working
Author: Greg Johnson
Greg Johnson is a freelance writer and tech consultant in Iowa City. He is also the founder and Director of the ResourcesForLife.com website. Learn more at AboutGregJohnson.com
Resources for Life Conference 2008
Calendar Summary. The Resources for Life Conference 2008 is scheduled for August 8 to 10, and includes the Small House Society Conference 2008. The conference was originally scheduled for July 12 and 13, but was rescheduled because of the Border to Border Tour. Conference Text. The textbook used for the conference workshops is Put Your Life on… Continue reading Resources for Life Conference 2008
PNY 8GB USB Memory Sticks from Iowa Book and Supply
Effective Living > Technology Summary. I was recently price comparing and discovered PNY 4GB USB memory sticks for $39.48 at Wal-Mart. This surprised me since the 8GB version (twice as much storage) from the same manufacturer is available from Iowa Book and Supply for about the same price ($39.99). In fact, the 8GB memory sticks are advertised… Continue reading PNY 8GB USB Memory Sticks from Iowa Book and Supply
Apple PowerMac G4 Notebook External Video Display Lid Closed Power On Procedure
Effective Living > Technology > Apple Summary. When turning on the Apple PowerMac G4 Notebook with an external display connected, the system will probably want to mirror the displays or have the external display be an extension of the desktop area. It is possible to close the lid and have the external display be the primary display and turning… Continue reading Apple PowerMac G4 Notebook External Video Display Lid Closed Power On Procedure
Under the Tuscan Sun – Movie Review
Relationships Summary. Under the Tuscan Sun is a film about hope along life’s journey. A well known quote from the movie is, “You have to live spherically in many directions and never loose your childish enthusiasm and then things will come your way.”
You Have to Live Spherically in Many Directions
I just had an interesting experience. I was watching the movie Under the Tuscan Sun and heard a quote that I wanted to write down, so I paused the movie. Instead of trying to transcribe what was just said, I thought I might search Google to see if someone else had already typed up this… Continue reading You Have to Live Spherically in Many Directions
Mobile Hermitage – Media Coverage
Effective Living > Mobile Hermitage Summary. The Mobile Hermitage and owner Gregory Paul Johnson have been featured by various print and television media including: American Profile, Better Homes and Gardens (200608 page 72), CBS Affiliate KCCI of Des Moines, PBS Affiliate WQPT, National Public Radio, New York Times Real Estate, Radish Magazine, and Wall Street Journal Real Estate. Radio Interviews. Audio is now available for… Continue reading Mobile Hermitage – Media Coverage
APC Power-Saving Essential SurgeArrest 7 Outlet W/TEL 120V – Review
Effective Living > Technology Summary. APC has always provided quality uninterruptible power supplies and surge protectors. This unit has the advantage of automatically switching off peripherals. From the product page on the APC website, “The Power-Saving SurgeArrest not only safeguards your equipment from damaging power transients, it also helps lower your electric bill. “Master/Controlled” outlets are designed to detect when your computer… Continue reading APC Power-Saving Essential SurgeArrest 7 Outlet W/TEL 120V – Review
Bicycle Riding Pant Leg Clips from Active Endeavors in Iowa City Do-it-Yourself
Effective Living > Mobility Summary. Pant leg clips for bicycling are typically over priced and not very effective. Velcro leg clips don’t have sufficient elasticity so they may loosen while riding or be too restrictive. Metal bands can be uncomfortable. Rolling pants up doesn’t look very good and causes the pants to get wrinkled. One of the best pant… Continue reading Bicycle Riding Pant Leg Clips from Active Endeavors in Iowa City Do-it-Yourself
Which Wich Iowa City Sandwich Food Restaurant – Review and Information
Effective Living > Iowa City Summary. Which Wich of Iowa City offers fresh baked sandwiches with nutritious ingredients. This review of Which Wich is currently among the top listed items on a Google Blog Search of Iowa City Which Wich. Reviews and additional information are available from Google. Location. 23 Dubuque Street in Iowa City just south of Prairie… Continue reading Which Wich Iowa City Sandwich Food Restaurant – Review and Information
Hard Drive External Docking Station for 2.5″ and 3.5″ SATA Drives BlacX by Thermaltake – Review
Effective Living > Technology Summary. To reduce the cost of external hard drive storage, it is possible to purchase a hard drive docking station such as the BlacX by Thermaltake. Cost. The drive is about $40 from our Amazon store. The unit we purchased for evaluation was from Best Buy. Advantages. An external hard drive docking… Continue reading Hard Drive External Docking Station for 2.5″ and 3.5″ SATA Drives BlacX by Thermaltake – Review
Upgrade Windows Vista Computer to Larger Hard Drive using Complete PC Backup and Restore
Effective Living > Technology Summary. When upgrading to a larger hard drive, it is possible to use the Complete PC Backup software included with some versions of Windows Vista to make the transition. An advantage of using the included utility is that SATA drives are more likely to be recognized than with older system image/backup programs. Procedure.… Continue reading Upgrade Windows Vista Computer to Larger Hard Drive using Complete PC Backup and Restore