Saturday, November 17, 2012

Fixing a computer

Sometimes the most simple solution is the best, In the case of a hiccuping computer, simply reinstalling the OS works.  It took months of work but my computer now works how it is intended, and is running much more smoothly.  So if you ever have a hiccuping computer, don't bother trying to fix it, just back-up your files and boot to factory settings.  It will save you so much time and frustration.

I also suggest getting an external hard drive, you never know when you might have a problem and won't be able to access your computer's files.

Thursday, November 8, 2012

In Class Presentation Reviews

Sarah:
Argument: Singing group that is a lot of fun/ not your typical group
Strengths: Clear/Obvious, Memorable, engaging
Develop: Colors to make more contrast

Charlie:
Argument: Fun theater group.  You should join.
Strengths: Keeps viewer interested.  Easy to view.
Develop: To fast on slides with more text.  Maybe make each transition like that of a film since the club is about films.

Cassandra:
Argument: You should get involved in Greek leadership.
Strengths:  Prezi a good choice for medium, very engaging.  Lots of information.
Develop:  Some of the font choices are difficult to read, try to stick to just one or two types of font and use ones which can be seen and read quickly.

Adobe Illustrator

Without a doubt, if you're working on a project using a program of some kind, something is going to go wrong, or you  won't know how to do something you know can be done.  While working on my latest assignment, I ran into an issue with Adobe illustrator.  It was one that anyone who has used the program would probably find amusing that I couldn't figure it out.  Maybe it was that I was tired, or maybe just distracted, but I was having trouble getting some pie charts to turn out how  I wanted them.  Luckily, the internet came to the rescue.  So for all of you that like to use Illustrator and run into an issue, see if a solution is on this forum anywhere.

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Sentinels of the Multiverse - Greater Than Games

Sentinels of the Multiverse is probably one of my favorite games I have come across.  And that says something about it when a there are a lot of games that I have spent too many hours playing.  If you want to know more about it, you should check out the website, I won't do it justice.

The game was developed by the company "Greater Than Games" and is a card game where players are super heroes battling together against a villain.  I'm not a huge fan of comic books, but this game is a lot of fun and is a great way to hang out with some friends.  So if you enjoy card game, hanging out with friends or saving the universe, I would suggest taking a look.