Monthly Archives: January 2009

Convert An Old PC Into Network Attached Storage

Posted on 1/31/2009 by Robert S. Robbins

Today I converted an old PC into a Network Attached Storage device. I have an old PC that I was thinking of selling on eBay but its processor is just 550 MHz so it would probably be a waste of … Continue reading →

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Working On My New Computer

Posted on 1/25/2009 by Robert S. Robbins

I got the new computer I ordered. It arrived on Thursday. It is a Acer Veriton M460-ED7201C – Core 2 Duo E7200 2.53 GHz desktop PC. I have determined that the computer I’ve been using dates from 2005 so it … Continue reading →

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Selling Old Technology Books

Posted on 1/20/2009 by Robert S. Robbins

I’ve decided to sell some books on eBay. I have way too many books in my small house now. I have no room for any more bookcases. There are stacks of books piled up everywhere. I will probably never read … Continue reading →

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More Drum Programming

Posted on 1/18/2009 by Robert S. Robbins

I finally finished reading the book “Drum Programming: A Complete Guide to Program and Think Like a Drummer” by Ray F. Badness. The book is only 54 pages long so of course it did not take that long to read … Continue reading →

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Spending Freeze

Posted on 1/17/2009 by Robert S. Robbins

This morning I ordered an Acer Veriton M460-ED7201C – Core 2 Duo E7200 2.53 GHz computer to replace my aging workstation at home. I have to keep the process viewer open all the time to kill the programs that are … Continue reading →

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Back In Business

Posted on 1/12/2009 by Robert S. Robbins

I got a replacement DSL modem from Verizon this evening so my broadband Internet access is restored. I was using my old USB modem and a free dial-up account from NetZero. NetZero is a good temporary back up option for … Continue reading →

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Offline Until Next Week

Posted on 1/9/2009 by Robert S. Robbins

Yesterday evening my Westell 6100 DSL modem’s power light turned amber which means it is in safe boot mode. I have been unable to get it out of safe boot mode. I tried the reset button many times, disconnected all … Continue reading →

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Drum Programming

Posted on 1/5/2009 by Robert S. Robbins

I am currently studying drum programming. I’ve been reading the book “Drum Programming: A Complete Guide to Program and Think Like a Drummer” by Ray F. Badness. Drum Programming: A Complete Guide to Program and Think Like a Drummer: Ray … Continue reading →

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