Guide to Useless Services (Windows XP SP2)

An operating system is made up of various components that work with each other. The OS isn't just one object - it's a collection of smaller objects, each of which performs a different task. Their conjunction is what makes an "operating system". Windows XP calls these components "services", Linux calls it "daemons" and so on. Each service in Windows XP is essentially, to put it in a simpler way, an application that stays running in the back doing its job when required. Now each service takes up some memory, which isn't good if your system has a low amount of memory (like 256MB or less). Fortunately, not all of the default services are required by all users, so you can turn some of them off to free up some memory.

Really helpful for slow computers out there. And since most people are not familiar with Windows XP services running in the background, This is a good guide on what to disable. And remember if things don't go well, just reverse everything.

Meet Chad Vader

Chad Vader is Darth Vader's less charismatic brother

He's also the day shift manager at a grocery store

The Big Lebowski - F_cking Short Version

Remember the movie "The Big Lebowski"? That was a freakin' hilarious movie. Not too much here in the Philippines though. As far as Philippine standards, it draws out an "eh?" reaction from the filipino crowd.

So, here's the shortened version of the movie. Maybe it'll give a little clarity why this movie is a gem.

Ummm warning though... profanity ensues abounds.

This one Jessica would get a kick out of.

Effective And Efficient E-Mailing

Over the past decade, e-mail has become a vital communication tool in the workplace. The speed, reach and effectiveness of this communication tool has made it the mass communication medium of choice for millions around the world.

Unfortunately, the same qualities that make it such a great business tool have also made it a dangerous waste of time -- when utilized improperly.

Here is a primer on how to minimize the hindrances presented by e-mail, and maximize the opportunities it offers for clear and effective communication in the workforce./span>

Real useful primer on email. Really...

Comic-Con 2006: Transformers Announcement

During Paramount's presentation on Friday at Comic-Con International in San Diego, the studio made an official announcement regarding their live-action feature film version of Transformers.

While the announcement, which was preceded by a taped greeting from director Michael Bay, wasn't as momentous as the much expected first look at the giant robots in action, it was almost as eagerely anticipated by the fans...

Want to know the announcement? Go click the link...

Emergency Preparedness Checklist

The next time disaster strikes, you may not have much time to act. Prepare now for a sudden emergency. Learn how to protect yourself and cope with disaster by planning ahead. This checklist will help you get started.

As paranoid as I am, I'd probably have all these things inside one big box that I'd lug around everywhere I go.

But what will happen to my email? And *gasp* World of Warcraft?

Cool Comics

Click the image to get a bigger ummm... image

Official: Jack the Ripper identified

PRIVATE handwritten notes by the man who led the hunt for Jack the Ripper naming the chief suspect were given to Scotland Yard’s Black Museum yesterday.

Chief Inspector Donald Swanson kept quiet for years but in retirement, frustrated that the murderer had escaped justice, could not resist scribbling notes in the margin of his boss’s memoirs, naming the man that they both believed had become the world’s most famous serial killer.

You think? Honestly, this reminds me of a quest I did in World of Warcraft. It's about th....

Man! I've been spending too much time on Azeroth.

Oh and off-topic, about World of Warcraft? If you're in the US Aman'Thul server, look me up in the Alliance side, Thorsbane, Dwarf Hunter... I'm still in the World of Warcraft happy kind of mode and I don't think I'll get out of it for awhile.

The Story Starter

The Story Starter is for writers who want ideas for novels, short stories, mysteries, tales of horror, science fiction adventures or silly stories using one of the 98,889,336 possible different story prompts that The Story Starter randomly generates. You might even get an idea for the next best selling novel to appear on the New York Times best seller list for fiction books!

Writer's block? Blogger's block? Well try this out.

I did and the starting sentence i got was:

The deaf dentist robbed a bank in a dark alley for the teacher.

Cool

Isn't that so true...

How to Cool Yourself Without Air Conditioning

Are you stuck on a sweltering summer day without air conditioning? Here's how to cool yourself down before your body becomes overwhelmed by the heat.:(:(

Now it's the rainy season here in the Philippines, I have to keep these tips in mind for next year....

How to Sleep Comfortably on a Hot Night

When it's extremely hot out, and you do not have air conditioning, it's difficult to fall asleep. You can toss and turn to no avail. All this movement will make you even hotter than you already are. There are ways to get cool and remain cool long enough for you to fall asleep.

These tips are useful specially in a tropical country like the Philippines.

Are there any countries in the world without a McDonald's?

You can find a Big Mac on every continent but one -- Antarctica. You can get a Maharaja Mac in India, a Croque McDo in France, a McFiesta in Guatemala, and Kosher beef in Israel. While it seems like the golden arches are everywhere, 98 countries aren't "lovin' it."...

Well, in the Philippines, McDonalds has the McSpaghetti and the McChicken sandwich. McChicken? Think of a big @ss McNugget with buns....

Stephen Hawking Asks The Internet a Question

"Dr. Stephen Hawking received about 15000 answers to a question he posted 2 days ago on Yahoo Answers. His question was 'How can the human race survive the next hundred years?'."

Hmmm... how would you answer that?

TRESE: A LITTLE KNOWN MURDER IN STUDIO 4

Story by Budjette Tan
Art by Ka-jo Baldisimo

Heather Evangeslista has been proclaimed by the showbiz press as the next big superstar. Her career quickly fades to black when she is found dead at the set of her latest movie. Also found at the scene-- the remains of a duwende. When crime takes a turn for the weird, the police call Alexandra Trese.

Click the link. Read the issue.