Problem Summary. A specific Intel hard drive controller with RAID functionality has many known problems with Windows XP and Windows Vista (see Intel Release Notes 20071018, 20070406, 20070223). An incompatibility with QuickTime and Windows Vista on the Dell Dimension 9200 may cause the RAID system to fail resulting in a computer crash, rendering the computer… Continue reading Dell Dimension 9200, RAID1 (Mirror) Failed, QuickTime Problems
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
Sony ICD-P320 Digial Audio Recorder, Audio Transfer
Instructions These are instructions for transferring audio files from the Sony ICD-P320 Digial Audio Recorder to a Windows computer. Update: Digital Voice Editor is No Longer Available The above instructions refer to Sony Digital Voice Editor 2 software which would have likely come on an installation CD with the recorder or it may have been… Continue reading Sony ICD-P320 Digial Audio Recorder, Audio Transfer
Final Cut Express, covering a portion of video
Summary. Using Final Cut Express on an Apple computer, it is possible to create a black square or rectangle to cover a portion of the video. This is useful in an educational application for hiding captions or other elements such as sign language interpreting in a box. Steps. The following steps can be used to… Continue reading Final Cut Express, covering a portion of video
Apple Safari Keychain Password Request
Problem Description. When starting Safari, there is s request for the keychain password. Problem Solution. The following steps may help resolve this issue. Please note that any saved passwords and form information will be lost. 1) From the Applications > Utilities folder, run the Keychain Access utility program. 2) You will see a list of… Continue reading Apple Safari Keychain Password Request
Fuel Efficiency Resources
Fuel Efficiency Websites. EPA Green Vehicles Guide FuelEconomy.gov
Coral Ridge Mall Online Product Search
The Coral Ridge Mall in Coralville, Iowa has a website that includes product searches for products available at the various stores in the mall. This combines the convenience of online shopping with buying locally.
Hindi Resources for Online Learning and Study
Effective Living > Language Learning Translation Study. Google Translate now offers phonetic capabilities when converting from Hindi to English. Devanagari Script Fonts. The Hindi language is written in Devanagari script. Here are some resources for working with the Devanagari script. http://www.wazu.jp/gallery/Fonts_Devanagari.html http://www.kiranfont.com Resources for Life – Hindi and South Asian Languages Resource Page General Resources.… Continue reading Hindi Resources for Online Learning and Study
Enduring, Hope, Tragedy, Overcoming Suffering, Crying
“No, we don’t always have to have the answer, but you have to be able to endure. I lost 30 friends during the storm. It’s almost a situation where you feel helpless, but I just couldn’t allow myself to break. I had to be strong. I’m going to still cry, though, because my tears don’t… Continue reading Enduring, Hope, Tragedy, Overcoming Suffering, Crying
Optimism, Faith, Purpose
“Men [and women] often become what they believe themselves to be. If I believe I cannot do something, it makes me incapable of doing it. But when I believe I can, then I acquire the ability to do it even if I didn’t have it in the beginning.” – Mahatma Gandhi
Instant Noodles, MSG, and Cancer
There is an e-mail circulating about the dangers of instant noodles that suggests they can cause cancer. A copy of the e-mail is below. A few websites argue that this claim is false and that the warning is a hoax, such as Break the Chain and Snoopes. However, reputable medical websites such as WebMD MedicineNet.com… Continue reading Instant Noodles, MSG, and Cancer
Passport Renewal Application – Iowa City
Overview. For people living in or near Iowa City, one of the easiest ways to apply for a new passport, or renew an old passport, is to visit the Main Post office on Clinton Street. Applications are available and photo services are provided that meet the requirements for a passport photo. Contact. It’s probably best… Continue reading Passport Renewal Application – Iowa City
Heart Songs 200802
Effective Living > Music > Heart Songs Summary. This month’s Heart Songs selection is “Keep Holding On” by Avril Lavigne, from the soundtrack to the movie Eragon (available at our store). The song is also available from the iTunes music store. (Requires free download of iTunes software.) Lyrics. Here are the lyrics to the song. “Keep Holding On” You’re not… Continue reading Heart Songs 200802