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Operation Atari HTPC: Part 3

Scott — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:59:14 +0000

This will be the final article chronicling the construction of this project. Another article may be posted later on setting up the machine and some of the tweaks I had to make, but the construction was the most unique part of the project.

Operation Atari HTPC: Part 2

Scott — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:04:30 +0000

In the second installment of this HTPC build, the Atari case is prepared for assembly. There's a lot that goes into such a project, and this is where the rubber meets the road!

Operation Atari HTPC: Part 1

Scott — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 03:46:04 +0000

I've gradually noticed that I wanted to spend less time in the computer room. So I'll be building a modern machine inside an Atari 5200 box as a home theater PC!

From a Moment of Silence to Just Plain Silence

Scott — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 09:44:23 +0000

The recent shooting in Arizona is the latest example of a borderline world being struck by those who've already crossed the border of sanity. And the blame game is already in play.

Security Scanners…Hazardous?

Scott — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 06:34:39 +0000

Regarding the use of full-body security scanners in airports by the TSA, I wouldn't recommend anyone allow themselves to be subjected to the scanner.

Captivated with Samsung’s Galaxy S cell phone

Scott — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 02:38:47 +0000

Over the past two-and-a-half months, I've been rather pleased with the new Samsung Captivate. While not perfect, the phone has been a lot of fun.

“Why I Follow Christ”

Scott — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 03:25:40 +0000

I cannot claim authorship of this...it was written in 1981 by John C. Hutchinson Jr. I heard it in an Adrian Rogers sermon I was listening to on a road trip today, and I felt it was too good not to share it.

Remembering Daddy

Scott — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 06:00:07 +0000

January 30th marks an unpleasant time of year for me and mine. It was just eight years before we said goodbye to my father, the finest example of a man I have ever known. Eight years is a long time, but it's not hard to go back. So, to celebrate the memory, I found a picture that quickly brought a smile to my face. For those of you who remember him, I hope it will give you one, as well. And for those who had not the privilege, this'll tell you a lot of what you'd need to know.

Making Your Own Ringtones

Scott — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 04:37:44 +0000

I'm a ringtone guy. I change them fairly regularly, if and when I find some I like. However, I'm not a believer in buying anything when there's no need, and prices tend to be exorbitant for what you get.

Because I'm a cheap rascal, I make my own from a variety of sources. Some people have asked me about how this is done.

A Few Things I Hate About Football

Scott — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:07:53 +0000

I'm a fan of football. Having grown up watching and playing it, I see no time in the future where I won't be watching it. It's an "always have, always will" sort of thing. But there are some things I could totally do without: see how many you agree or disagree with! I’m sure there’s other stuff I haven’t listed here, but those are the major ones.