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2009-04-16T12:59:00.005-03:00

Ubuntu 9.04 (Jaunty Jackalope)

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Top hangover helpers

2008-12-14T23:37:00.009-04:00

Had too many party drinks? Find the best ways to get relief -- fast.

Your head is throbbing, your mouth is dry and the sun is painfully peeking in through the window. Slowly, you recall last night's events and that one drink that took your alcohol intake to one glass too many. Even for the most self-controlled individual, rampant holiday socializing can cloud your judgment. Here are some easy remedies and tips to get you off the bathroom floor and out of your hangover slump.

How your body reacts to too much alcohol
Eight to 10 hours after you down your last drink, hangover symptoms appear. "The symptoms are multifaceted, but the main ones are thirst, lethargy, sensitivity to sunlight and noise, and headache," says Dr. Michael Evans, an associate professor of family and community medicine at the University of Toronto. Dehydration, defined as a loss of greater than three per cent of your body's water weight, is the most common consequence of an alcohol binge. "Alcohol is a diuretic, thereby causing stomach lining irritation, severe dehydration and low blood sugar," says Wende Wood, a psychiatric pharmacist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in Toronto.

Common symptoms of dehydration are dry mouth, low urine output with concentrated urine, sunken eyes, muscle fatigue, shortness of breath and headaches. "The only hangover cure that seems to work is rehydration," says Evans.

Ease your hangover hurt
Here are seven ways to deal with your symptoms.

1. Mix up a homemade cure
Losing electrolytes after a night of heavy drinking can leave you feeling shaky and weak. Energy drinks like Gatorade contain key electrolytes such as minerals sodium, potassium and chloride, but may make you lose more water as your body tries to dilute sugars with its water supply. Julie Zepp, doctor of naturopathic medicine at the Regina Rehab and Family Medical Clinic, suggests avoiding products that list glucose, sucrose or fructose as a first ingredient. She recommends drinking a homemade mixture of water, honey, baking soda, salt and lemon juice or combining sea salt with pure unsweetened fruit juice.

2. Avoid the hair of the dog
Many frequent imbibers swear by a morning swig of alcohol, also known as "hair of the dog." However, Wood and Evans agree that hair of the dog simply puts off the inevitable, so don't down another glass of wine. "Drinking alcohol the day after a binge does not help with a hangover," says Wood. "But it does prolong the process of metabolizing the alcohol." Your liver attacks poisons in a certain order: ethanol first, then methanol. Adding more alcohol to your body disrupts this process and further delays your hangover recovery.

3. Cut caffeine
Others may choose to knock out a hangover with a strong cup of coffee, but you may be doing more harm than good when you're gulping that java. "Caffeine may help temporarily reduce headaches associated with hangovers by constricting the blood vessels that may be dilated in the head and causing pain, but it is not a great remedy due to its dehydrating effects on the body," says Zepp.

4. Take care with painkillers
Mild painkillers, such as Aspirin or ibuprofen, may help, but be sure to carefully follow the dosage because these pills may be hard on an already upset stomach. Some even claim that taking painkillers with alcohol can actually cause liver and kidney damage. Wood recommends taking a mild painkiller in the recommended dose the morning after.

5. Fry up breakfast
During an alcohol binge, free radicals can wreak havoc on your liver. Many imbibers rely on a traditional English breakfast (fried bacon, sausage, mushroom, eggs and tomato), which contains free-radical fighters that act as powerful antioxidants. So go ahead and order that big fried breakfast.

6. Fruit and nut bars are your friends
Alcohol attacks your body's store of glycogen, an important energy source in your liver, breaking it down to glucose. For an energy boost, Zepp recommends fruit and nut bars, available at health food stores, for their ideal mixture of complex carbohydrates and protein. Vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant, also destroys free radicals and supports your liver.

7. Drink ginger tea
Ginger tea helps to calm an upset stomach. "Grate 1 tsp. of ginger or less into a saucepan with water and let it simmer for 15 minutes," advises Zepp. "Remove from heat and add a dash of honey to taste."

Most important, when you're fighting the effects of too much alcohol, rest, drink lots of fluids and don't worry -- in 24 hours you'll be feeling like yourself again.

Article from: MSN Health & Fitness
Article by: Sarah Snowdon (homemakers.com)

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Alienware ALX X-58

2008-12-14T21:59:00.011-04:00

The ALX X-58 Advantage

The Alienware ALX X-58 delivers exactly what you would expect from the industry's most sophisticated high-performance desktop computer. Features such as an Intel^® Core™ i7 Extreme CPU, both ATI^® CrossFire™ and NVIDIA^® SLI™ technology as well as low latency DDR3 memory come standard on every ALX to generate the highest benchmarks and the fastest, most intense graphics. The chrome accented case communicates that you appreciate a touch of luxury in your life. By choosing an Alienware ALX X-58 desktop computer, you join an elite club of the most discerning computer enthusiasts in the world.

Extreme Technology

By equipping every ALX X-58 desktop with the raw energy of the Intel Core i7 processors, you can unleash the unparalleled performance of the world's fastest CPU. The newest Intel Core i7 965 Extreme packs performance features reserved for only the best processors such as an onboard dedicated memory controller and hyper threading technology. Coupled with liquid cooling standard, Alienware ensures your ALX X-58 not only runs at cool temperatures, but remains quiet as well.

Choose Your Weapon- ATI or NVIDIA

ALX is synonymous with industry-leading graphics. That's why every ALX X-58 desktop computer comes standard with the world's fastest graphics. Alienware engineering utilizes both NVIDIA SLI and ATI CrossFireX multi-GPU technology. Doubling your graphics power delivers higher frame rates, faster rendering times and more realistic PC gaming and 3D environments. For users who like to crank their game settings to the absolute max, the ALX offers incredible quad-GPU options with plenty of dedicated graphics memory to spare. Upgrading to a quad-GPU solution

The BIG Picture

If you want to fully appreciate the power of the ALX X-58 desktop computer, an undersized, square monitor just won't cut it. You need more. You need Alienware's 30-inch, widescreen LCD. Capable of resolutions well above HD's 1080p, this monitor is the ideal platform for video editing and 3D modeling or just kicking back with a Blu-ray movie. The 6 millisecond response time means you can game at max settings without ghosting or residual imagery.

Enthusiast Essentials

The smooth, uninterrupted transfer rates of the Killer™ K1 Gaming Network Card plus the industries' best peripherals from Logitech Razer redefine your PC gaming experience. Not only will you defeat your opponents with the pin-point accuracy of the Logitech G9 mouse, but the Killer K1 network card gives you the speed to see, attack and kill your opponent before they even know you're there. This is next generation gaming.

Cool to the Core

In the world of high performance computing, heat is always the enemy. The Alienware ALX X-58 uses a powerful liquid cooling system to cool down your Intel Core i7 Extreme CPU with a clutter-free rear-mounted radiator. By drawing more heat from your high performance processor, the ALX X-58 achieves increased results over any other Alienware system, all while maintaining lower system temperatures than standard desktop models.

Wiring

Attention to detail on the ALX desktop goes down to the very last wire. Literally. All wires and cables inside the ALX are bundled together and tucked away to create an open, clutter-free chamber. Not only do you get an unobstructed view of the components, but the lack of wires increases airflow. Alienware's wire management also makes it easier to work on your ALX since you don't have to move cables aside or unplug one component to access another.

Tool-Free Access

The ALX desktop utilizes Alienware's tool-free chassis design for easy access and maintenance options. Open your case, remove and install components and swap out drives without using a single tool. Upgrades and troubleshooting are literally a snap. Alienware doesn't take steps to keep you out of your computer's chassis like other manufacturers. ALX desktop users expect more from us. We're happy to deliver.

Industrial Design

Just as a luxury sports car uses innovative style to compliment advanced engine performance, the ALX desktop demands a case design indicative of its internal power. Chrome trim accents the wraparound gills, while an anodized, black chassis continues the crisp aesthetic of the outer design, providing a backdrop to showcase internal features and components. Built on a magnesium alloy frame, the ALX features Alienware's most stable, secure chassis to date.

Operating Systems:

Windows Vista^® Home Premium
Windows Vista^® Ultimate

Processors, Chipset & Memory:

45nm Intel "Bloomfield" Socket 1366 CPU architecture
- Intel^® Core™ i7 940 2.93GHz 8MB Cache
- Intel^® Core™ i7 Extreme 3.2GHz 8MB Cache
Intel^® X-58 Chipset â€œNehalemâ€� Processor Family Supported
Up to 12GB Triple Channel DDR3 at 1600MHz
6 dedicated DIMM slots for Triple Channel DDR3 Memory

Graphics & Video:

Standard Single GPU Graphics Cards
- 1GB ATI^® Radeon™ HD 3870 X2 - Dual GPU
- 2GB ATI^® Radeon™ HD 4870 X2
Optional Dual GPU Graphics Cards
- 512MB NVIDIA^® GeForce™ 9800 GTX
- 1GB ATI^® Radeon™ HD 3870 X2 - Quad GPU
- 1GB NVIDIA^® GeForce™ 9800 GX2 - Quad GPU
- 1GB NVIDIA^® GeForce™ GTX 280
- 2GB ATI^® Radeon™ HD 4870 X2
Optional Ageia PhysX Physics Processing Unit Connectivity
- 1GB NVIDIA^® GeForce™ GTX 280

Storage:

Single Hard Drive
- 7200 RPM – up to 32MB cache and 1TB storage
- 10,000 RPM – up to 16MB cache and 300GB storage
Dual RAID 0 Hard Drives
- 7,200 RPM - up to 64MB cache and 2TB storage
- 10,000 RPM - up to 32MB cache and 600GB storage
Optical Drives
- 20x Dual Layer DVD Burner (CD-RW/DVD±RW)
  - Lightscribe technology
- Dual Layer Blu-ray Reader (BD-ROM, DVD±RW, CD-RW)
- 4x Dual Layer Blu-ray Burner (BD-RE, DVD±RW, CD-RW)

Networking:

Wired Connectivity
- Dual Integrated Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45

Audio:

Standard 7.1/5.1 Digital High-Definition Audio (8 Channel)
Connectivity Front and Rear
- 2x Auto-sensing headphone jack
- 2x Auto-sensing microphone jack
Optional Enthusiast Audio Options
- Sound Blaster X-Fi High Definition Surround Sound Audio

Peripheral Connections:

8 Hi-speed USB 2.0 ports
2 IEEE 1394a (9-pin) port – Powered
1 E-SATA port

Case & Chassis:

Exclusive Alienware chassis design
AlienIce™ 3.0 high-performance cooling
Standard system lighting
Optional AlienFX System Lighting
Standard 750-watt Multi-GPU-approved power supply
Optional 1000-watt Multi-GPU-approved power supply
Tool–less front and side panels
Height: 19.01”
Width: 9.97”
Depth: 25.02”

Homepage:

FREE AntiVirus and Removal Tool

2008-12-14T10:23:00.023-04:00

What's best for one may not even be good for you.

avast! antivirus Home Edition

Complete antivirus software for free

avast! antivirus Home Edition represents the best FREE antivirus protection currently available on the market. This edition is FREE OF CHARGE for non-commercial & home use only. Both of these conditions should be met!

All-inclusive and comprehensive protection FREE avast! antivirus Home Edition includes ANTI-SPYWARE protection, certified by the West Coast Labs Checkmark process, and ANTI-ROOTKIT detection based on the best-in class GMER technology. No additional purchase is required.

Simple to use and automated Daily automatic updates ensure continuous data protection against all types of malware and spyware. Simply install and forget. We've made avast! as simple to use as possible.

Tried and Trusted With over 60 million users of avast!, you can rest assured that you are using one of the most tried and trusted products in Windows security. We support more Windows versions (from Windows 95 to Vista 64bit) than any other anti-malware product. No matter what system you have, avast! has it covered.

Multilingual avast! Home Edition is offered in over 30 language versions.

Features overview

PLATFORMS:

Windows 95
Windows 98
Windows Me
Windows NT 4 (No Server)
Windows 2000 (No Server)
Windows XP (No Server)
Windows Vista

avast! Virus Cleaner Free Download (The program description and the list of viruses which can be removed by this free tool can be found here.)

avast! Linux Home Edition Download

avast! 4 for Linux/Unix Servers Download

avast! uninstall utility

Offline Update

avast! Virus Cleaner - free virus removal tool

Free virus & worm removal tool

If, despite all the security measures you take, your computer gets infected by a virus or worm, it is necessary to disinfect your system somehow. While for some viruses the only 100% reliable method of disinfection is restoring your system from backups, for many common infections this is not really necessary and the virus/worm can be removed quite easily.

Removing the infection

The worms often schedule themselves to be run automatically when you start your operating system; some of them even register themselves to be run when any other application is started. Removing such a worm is not as simple as deleting it - when you just delete the worm file, your operating system might not be able to start your applications (such as Explorer) any more.

So, in order to properly remove the worm from your computer, it is often necessary to make additional fixes in your system registry, delete the links from your Startup Folder etc. Here the avast! Virus Cleaner comes - it will find and remove selected worms from your computer, as well as fix the registry and startup items to make sure your system will work correctly after the disinfection.

Many worms - when activated - create additional working files on your hard disk. Even though these files alone are harmless, they are useless and they should not be there. When avast! Virus Cleaner detects and removes a known worm from your computer, its working/temporary files are removed as well. The same applies for worm-specific registry entries etc.

Homepage: http://avast.com/

Avira AntiVir Personal - FREE Antivirus

Functions

AntiVir protection against viruses, worms and Trojans
AntiDialer protection against expensive dialers
AntiRootkit protection against hidden rootkits
Faster Scanning up to 20% faster
New User Interface
AntiPhishing protection against phishing

AntiVir Removal Tool

For all those experiencing the damaging effects of a virus infection, Avira’s researchers have prepared a removal tool, which can be used to eliminate major distinct threats.

Please note:

This Removal Tool does not replace any antivirus solution. You must install an antivirus product on your system and keep it up-to-date, in order to ensure your protection.
For users of Windows 98/ME: Please download "Microsoft Layer for Unicode" pointing to the following link

Compatibility:

Avira Removal Tool for Windows works perfectly on the following operating systems:
- Windows 2000, XP, 2003, Vista and 2008 Server.

Note: The integrated malwaretypes are neither executable at Windows Vista nor
2008 Server.

User Manual "Avira AntiVir Removal Tool

Homepage: http://www.free-av.com/

BitDefender FREE Edition

Product Description

FREE Antivirus for All

BitDefender Free Edition is your chance to use one of the world's most effective antivirus engines for free!

BitDefender Free Edition uses the same ICSA Labs certified scanning engines found in other BitDefender products, allowing you to enjoy basic virus protection for no cost at all.

BitDefender Free Edition is an on-demand virus scanner, which is best used in a system recovery or forensics role.

Features and Benefits

Virus scanning and removal
On demand scanning - Powerful scan engines ensure detection and removal of all viruses in the wild every time you need it.

Scheduled scanning
The Scheduler lets you plan ahead, and schedule full system/drive scans in the off hours, when you won’t be using your computer.

Immediate scanning
With just a right click you can check your files and folders.

Skinable interface
You can express yourself, designing new interfaces, or you can use those drawn by others.

Quarantine
By isolating the infected files in quarantine, the risk of getting infected diminishes. You also have the possibility to send these files for further analysis to BitDefender Labs.

Reports
When launching a scan you may choose to create a report file where you can see statistics about the scan process.

System Requirements

System requirements:
Pentium MMX 200 Mhz or higher processor
Minimum 64MB of RAM Memory (128MB recommended)
Minimum 40MB available hard disk space

Operating platform: Windows 98/NT-SP6/Me/2000/XP IE 4.0(+)

Free Virus Removal Tools

Homepage: http://www.bitdefender.com/media/html/trialpay.html

Comodo Internet Security = Comodo AntiVirus + Comodo Firewall

Comodo Internet Security has all the functionality of a paid AV without the price. It eliminates ALL known Viruses, Worms and Trojans from desktops and networks with no license fees or hidden costs.

Detects, blocks and eliminates viruses from desktops and networks
Constantly protects with real-time On Access scanning
Built in scheduler allows you to run scans at a time that suits you
Isolates suspicious files in quarantine preventing infection
Daily, automatic updates of virus definitions
Simple to use: install and forget while CIS protects you in the background

FREE ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARE - NO LICENSE FEES EVER

Comodo Internet Security is the all-in-one security software that keeps your computer completely safe from viruses and internet threats. The software is free for life and incorporates Comodo Firewall and Comodo Antivirus. If required, either product can be installed individually during setup.

Note: Not compatible with Blue Coat K9 Web Protection

System Requirements:

XP (SP2) / Vista 32 bit
64 MB RAM
70 MB hard disk space

XP (SP2) / Vista 64 bit
64 MB RAM
105 MB hard disk space

Homepage: http://www.comodo.com/

Alienware M17 Extreme Gaming Notebook Computer

2008-12-14T03:34:00.010-04:00

Alienware’s patent matte black finish—the same as on the Area-51 m17x—and illuminated keyboard make the M17 the looker at any LAN party. The lid of the M17 is slightly more ostentatious, as it sports Alienware’s ribbed Skullcap case design. At 15.7 x 11.8 x 1.7 inches and weighing in at 9.5 pounds, the M17 is roughly the same size as the m17x, but a pound lighter. Regardless, it’s not a notebook you’ll want to carry around frequently.

The M17 also features customizable backlighting, which allows users to choose from three colors—red, blue, and green—by pressing Fn+F10 (the m17x, by comparison, has software that lets users select from ten different colors and create different lighting schemes). Unfortunately, you cannot change the color of the Alienware logo or media quick-launch keys above the keyboard, which always stay blue; the mismatched colors may be off-putting to some.

The M17’s full-size keyboard features a short throw, perfect for intense gaming sessions, and the system does a good job of exhausting heat without making the notebook a makeshift stove. The only drawback is the loud fans needed to dissipate the heat. The touch-sensitive buttons above the keyboard launch your Web browser, e-mail, and Power DVD and let you control Windows Media Player; they were adequately responsive, but were not the full array you see in many notebooks. The volume, now controlled by a small wheel, is on the right side of the notebook.

Alienware M17 Review by Matt Bertz on December 2, 2008

The Power of CrossFireX

The M17 brings ATI CrossFireX™ to Alienware's notebook lineup for the first time ever. Delivering a revolutionary leap in mobile graphics, ATI CrossFireX dual-GPU technology brings enhanced scalability and performance along with full DirectX® 10.1 support. ATI PowerPlay™ allows the M17 to monitor GPU usage and adjust the graphics power according to current resource requirements.

The World’s First Mobile Quad-Core CPU

The Alienware M17 notebook is powered by the world's first-ever quad core mobile CPU. The Intel® Core™2 Quad delivers unrivaled power to the M17, supplying ample horsepower to the system so you can enjoy expanded multitasking abilities and faster speeds when taking on resource-intensive tasks such as playing next-generation games, video editing and more.

Maximum Hard Drive Capacity

With the Alienware M17, having the capacity to store all your files is the last thing you need to worry about. Dual 500GB drives in a RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration take care of that. With a full 1TB, you can hold over 150 games, 250 full-length movies or a jaw-dropping 250,000 songs. In addition, all Alienware 7200RPM drives feature Free Fall Sensor technology to further protect your valuable data.

Are You Ready For Windows Vista 64 Bit?

Alienware unleashes the full potential of its high-end hardware with Windows Vista 64 bit, unlocking all of the hardware’s dynamic features. A 64-bit operating system can process twice as much information as a 32-bit version, and can use significantly more random access memory. If you want to experience the world’s most advanced OS, you need the unrivaled power of an Alienware.

Operating Systems:

Windows Vista® Home Premium
(32- and 64-bit)
Windows Vista® Ultimate
(32- and 64-bit)

Processors, Chipset & Memory:

Intel® Core™2 Duo and Extreme Processors
(6MB Cache, 1066MHz FSB)
Intel® Core™2 Quad and Extreme Processors
(12MB Cache, 1066MHz FSB)
Intel® PM45 + ICH9M-E Chipset
Up to 4GB Dual Channel DDR3 at 1066MHz
2 dedicated SO-DIMM slots for Dual Channel DDR3 Memory

Graphics & Video:

Single Graphics - ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3870
Dual Graphics - ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3870 - CrossFireX Enabled!

Connectivity

Video in: Integrated HD TV (ATSC) Tuner (Coaxial) â€“ optional
Video/TV out: One HDMI 1.3b Connector
Video/TV out: One VGA Connector

Storage:

Single Hard Drive

5400 RPM â€“ Up to 500GB SATA
7200 RPM â€“ Up to 320GB SATA

Dual Hard Drives in RAID 0

5400 RPM â€“ Up to 1TB (2 x 500GB)
7200 RPM â€“ Up to 640GB (2 x 320GB)

Optical Drives:

8x Dual Layer Burner (DVD±RW, CD-RW)
8x Dual Layer Burner (DVD±RW, CD-RW) w/ LightScribe Technology
Dual Layer Blu-ray Disc Reader (BD-ROM, DVDÂ±RW, CD-RW)

Networking:

Wireless Connectivity

Internal Intel WiFi Link 5300 a/b/g/Draft-N
Integrated Bluetooth 2.1

Wired Connectivity

Integrated Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 (1000 Mbps)

Audio:

High-Definition Digital Audio
Integrated 4 Channel Support
Up to 7.1 Support Through Digital Out
Two Speakers with Subwoofer

Connectivity

1 Auto-Sensing Headphone Jack
1 Auto-Sensing Microphone Jack
1 TOSlink Digital Out Optical Audio

Peripheral Connections:

3 Hi-speed USB 2.0 ports
1 eSATA/USB 2.0 Combo (2-in-1 port)
ExpressCard Slot
IEEE 1394a (4-pin) port
7-in-1 Media Card Reader (SD/MS/MSPRO/RS-MMC/MMC)

LCD Panel:

17-inch Widescreen WUXGA
1920 x 1200 with Clearview
17-inch Widescreen WXGA+
1440 x 900

Battery:

12 Cell Lithium-ION Battery

Keyboard & Touchpad:

Full Size Keyboard with Separate Numeric Keypad
Full Size Illuminated Keyboard with Separate Numeric Keypad
Full Size Touchpad with Scroll Functionality
Instant Access Buttons include (Internet, Email, Windows Media Player, Power DVD, Play/Pause, Skip Forward, Skip Backward)

Security:

AlienSense Facial Recognition Software
Biometric Fingerprint Reader
1 Kensington Lock Slot

Case & Chassis:

Height: 1.7”
Width: 15.65”
Depth: 11.80”
Weight: 9.5 lbs

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