Ouya Is Still In Beta Mode

After spending a week with my Kicstarter backed Ouya, I must say, it's still in beta mode. I'm keeping in mind it's a $99 console, but honestly, I didn't want to have to do that. I don't want to make excuses for the device just because it didn't set me back $400.I let my Son-in-law who is a very avid gamer take it for spin this past weekend, and he...

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I'm Using WordPress, Now What? Starter Edition

Here is the PDF of the presentation on GitHub.The following is a list of plug-ins that we discussed during the presentation. All links are valid as of this post but not be in the future.JetPackWeb hosting with BlueHost (*affiliate link)Editorial CalendarSecuritySEOAnalytics - Clicky or GoogleCache - W3 Total Cache or WP Super CacheBackup - BackWPup or VaultPressSocial Shari...

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Use Ubuntu To Access A Failed Windows Hard Drive

My daughter brought me her HP laptop that was running Windows Vista, but now won't boot. Like many users, she had years worth of data and no backup. All she wants are the photos and a few assorted documents. After trying various hard drive utilities, with no luck, I decided to try and create a bootable Ubuntu (Linux) USB stick. I know from past experience...

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Opening Day For Microsoft Store At Citycreek Utah

People are lining up to be one of the first inside the new Microsoft retail store in Citycreek, downtown Salt Lake City, Utah. Here are a few pics.[galler...

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The Next 90 Days

I just finished a ninety day fitness challenge with some folks, including Alex Lawrence. We have been using a Facebook group and Twitter under the hash #tmfit, to track our progress and as a form of accountability. Most of us tracked our calories with MyFitnessPal. This tool also let's you track exercise, and you can share with your friends.I wasn't...

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