How Bad is Forced Software, Really?

It all boils down to one simple question. If you were a developer in Apple’s position and you had one very popular product and another product you know people would love, but they just haven’t given it a try yet, would you do the same thing?

Tri-Boot Build Part V: FAQs

Why a triple boot?
I like to try new things and I need to be able to check out software on all three operating systems. In the future, I may just virtualize some Linux distro instead of giving it its own disk or partition.
Is it worth the time to build a Hackintosh?
Someone eventually asks this question […]

Tri-Boot Build Part IV: The Bootloader

Technically, if you’re happy pressing F8 whenever you restart your computer, you’re done. But a boot loader works so much better.
Boot into Vista. Load the Kalyway Leopard DVD and browse for the chain0 file. Copy that file into your C: drive. The path should look like this: C:/chain0.
Now head to NeoSmart Technologies and download a […]

Tri-Boot Build Part III: The Installation

Alright, so you’ve got your computer built, and I assume is starts up as it should. You may want to consider running Memtest to make sure your RAM is working properly before you proceed–or you can just jump right in to tweaking the BIOS settings.
Even if you just bought your parts, you need to upgrade […]

Tri-Boot Build Part II: The Build

OK, so you’ve got your parts all ready, now it’s time to really get hands on with the project. If you’re nervous, don’t be. Building your own computer is surprisingly easy and by the time you’ve finished, you’ll feel like a professional.
Here are a couple of tips to keep in mind before you begin your […]

Tri-Boot Build Part I: The Parts

The basis of this guide started with a computer that I built in October 2006. If you already have a complete (and working) computer, you can skip this section.
My parts:

Intel Core 2 Duo E6600
Asus P5W DH Deluxe Motherboard
Corsair TWIN2X2048-6400 2GB RAM
XFX GeForce 7600 GT XXX Edition
Fortron FSP FX600-GLN Power Supply
DVD Burner
4 Hard Drives of various […]

Tri-Boot Hackintosh, Vista, Linux Box: A Comprehensive Guide

So you’ve probably seen several of these guides to help you install OS X 10.5.2 on your computer. However, the goal of this guide is different. Far too many “how-tos” start with an already assembled computer–but not this one. I want to help you get your computer up and running, starting with just a pile […]

Why KDE on OS X and Windows is Good for the Open Source Community

More choice is always a good thing–especially in the computing world. It’s really annoying to need a particular type of program but not like the one or two options currently on the market. I suppose that’s one of the most appealing aspects of the F/OSS movement. Diversity in the marketplace.

Will Microsoft’s Feud With Web Designers Continue With IE8?

Maybe it would be best if Microsoft just scrapped the Internet Explorer rendering engine and switched over to WebKit.

Vista Use is *Finally* On the Rise

Yes, Windows Vista has had its share of ups and downs, but it looks like adoption rates are finally on the rise. Good news for Microsoft. Likely bad news for tech support centers around the world. According to a new study by CDW, 48% of 772 IT employees in a decision making position are now using or evaluating Vista.