One Fused Life, a blog discussing things like Design, Photography, Green Technology, Travel & more! Lasha Krikheli blogs it all, fused into one place on the web. Enjoy!
Everyone knows how important it is to constantly back up your data. For whatever reasons, people still fail to do so, and when their computers start blowing smoke through their holes, it’s already too late.
Working in the design world, file backup is probably the single most important maintenence rule. You ALWAYS want to keep backups of your files, documents, photos, videos, music, and so forth. If you’re running a Windows machine, you should be taking note with extra care as Windows machines are more prone to viruses (and other infections).
External Hard Drive are extremely cheap these days! There’s no reason why you shouldn’t invest in something that can save you hundreds of hours, depression, and tears. Do the right thing and get into the habit of backing up often. There are tons of solutions available out there that will automate this process for you on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis – your choice.
Side note: If you’re one of those people that has a million different files and folders scattered on your desktop and around the computer, you need to learn a big lesson. Organizing your files will not only make your backup-process much easier, but you will feel less cluttered when everything is easily accessible.
In a little under 20 hours from the time this post was published, your chance to get your hands on this amazing app bundle will be up. First thing’s first, click the link below to view the MacHeist page with ALL the information.
Yes, I have purchased this myself and strongly believe that it’s steal, not the mention that 25% of every sale’s proceeds goes to a charity of your choice. Whether you’re a designer, blogger, an online show host, or an advocate of all things cool, in this package you will find something that greatly impresses you.
For $39, it’s probably the best investment I have ever made! Well, what are you waiting for? Check it out already!
A little over a week ago, I got my hands on one of those Iron Gyms. This thing has literally been all over TV media for the longest time, and a couple of my friends have already tried it – and love it! I figured it was about time I tried a cheap solution to get back in shape since getting a gym membership is not an option. So far so good.
The Iron Gym can help you with pullups (duh), pushups, dips, situps, and however else you can get creative (I claim no responsibility for giving you any ideas!). Every time I walk in and out of my room, or just walk by, I do a few pullups and maybe some leg raises to help out the extra belly junk. It’s a pretty good visual queue that gets increases your overall activity around the house.
Right now, it’s too early to see results, but I definitely feel the progress. I’ve been eating a lot healthier, paying attention to what and when I eat. Also, drinking a lot more water and avoiding random meals and midnight snacks has been a top priority.
Eat out has been something I’ve been doing way too much. At times, it’s inevitable because of my day-to-day schedule, but I’ve been learning to manage pretty well. I can see a little smile coming from the corner of my wallet, and it’s getting bigger. Now I just have to keep this up for a good month, and it’s all smooth sailing from there. Wish me luck!
Throughout the past few months, Netbooks have been on the rise. There are more companies manufacturing Netbooks than one could have imagined a year ago from today. Acer, Asus, HP, MSI and Dell are all contributing to the game, each releasing various configurations of their machines. I own a 15.4″ MacBook Pro that can outperform these machines combined, yet I still find myself craving for one.
What is it that makes Netbooks so attractive?
Price. With the current economic state, people are afraid to spend money. They are not as lenient with their wallets as they may have been before the “crisis,” so, machines that easily run below $300 are quickly considered.
Portability. It’s a great feeling to be able to carry stuff with you wherever you go, especially when it’s something as useful as a computer. It’s light, looks good, and does the job. Screen real-estate may not be there, but people don’t seem to mind giving it up for on-the-go productivity (which is another issue on its own). Most of the time, we only need our computers to perform basic (but important) functions, and Netbooks often do a great job at it.
Times are tough. Just last month alone, over 650,000 jobs vanished into nothingness. Right now, more people are thinking about going back to college than ever before. Granted, not everyone can afford doing so, but gaining a competitive edge in one form or another is important. Several months ago, I wrote an article called “Top 5 Reasons to Finish College” and it has recently been getting a lot of attention. Here are some of the things you should be keeping in mind:
Competitive Edge: If you lost your job and you can afford another degree, do it. Gaining the extra qualifications will give you the edge over most people with single/standard degrees. If a degree program is not an option, consider going for certifications in your field. Being a versatile job candidate will help you stand out from the bunch. Why hire multiple talents if one can do it all?
Career path change: It’s a known fact that most college graduates are not happy with their jobs. This could serve as a great opportunity to go back to college if you’re looking for a change. It is probably a good idea to figure out what you want to go for as soon as possible. There’s no way to say when the world’s situation will be on the rise again, but stay prepared. Continue for the rest…
We are 3 days away from the year 2009, and we can only look back at all the things we’ve accomplished throughout the year, and smile. 2008 was the first year I made a resolution list, and it worked our quite well. I had about 35 items on my list and I managed to complete half of them. I would this is a pretty good amount, considering that some items were harder to accomplish.
Why a list? Lists are important because they serve as reminders to get things done. Now, a New Year’s resolution list may not be any different from a regular list of things to do, but it is definitely more long term. Working on a list helps you prioritize important tasks – this way, you have an idea of what you will be up against throughout the new year.
Lists are meant to be changed. They say, “expect the unexpected.” Everyone knows that throughout the year, things may happen that will require you to make some changes. Don’t be turned off by this. Instead, plan fluidly so that changes to your “plan” can be made easily.
Tonight, I will start working on my New Year’s Resolution list. There will be 2 columns on this list; primary items, and secondary items. Depending on who you are, something like “lose weight” will either be primary or secondary, while “get new furniture” may be more of a primary item. Question of the day: What are some of your resolutions?
If you are an aspiring designer of any kind, you should know that a book store is one of the most valuable sources of inspiration, ideas, and knowledge. Of course, depending on your location, it may be hard to come by a shop with a good collection of design publications.
I pay a visit to my local Barnes & Noble store every week, spending a minimum of 1 hour on reading, learning, and broadening my creative outlook. There are magazines for Web Designers and Developers, Advanced Photoshop Users, and Photographers, all of which contain tutorials, interviews, tips, and so forth.
One may think “why visit a book store when I can browse the entire internet for creative inspiration?” Well, to put it simply, there is a lot of garbage out there on the internet. When you’re reading trusted publications that have been in the business for years, you’re more likely to gain valuable knowledge.
It has been a while since I last talked about things that have been happening lately. School has been in full force and while it started off a bit bumpy, it is now steady. Lot’s of design and web related projects are being assigned and I must say, it can be a challenge at times – managing each one, getting it all right, conducting necessary research, and so forth.
Earlier today, I sent out my DSLR to Canon for repair and cleaning. There was a loose piece inside the camera and it interfered with my viewfinder by with black blemish appearing on the top. I paid $35 for commercial shipping with insurance, tracking, and all that good stuff – still a ripoff if you ask me! Hopefully I’ll have my camera back by the end of this week so I can go out and shoot! I’ve been meaning to do that for a while (about 5 months), and now I have. I hope this serves as much of an initiative as I want it to so I go out and start snapping away! Continue reading for the rest…
I came across this website a few hours ago and I immediately knew I had to tell the world! This is Google’s latest endeavor and they’re at it to help change the world, with 10 million dollars on the line. “Project 10100 is a call for ideas to change the world by helping as many people as possible.” Google is asking us to submit ideas that can be funded to help the world in any way; energy, environment, health, education, and more!
Let’s face it. There are millions of people out there who need our help, and it’s not easy to do something about it alone. With the power of a giant company by our side, a world of opportunities are unravelled. I already started writing down my ideas down for submission by October 20th, and I hope you do the same. I have strong beliefs in education, protecting our environment, clean energy, and providing new opportunities for better lives.
Visit Project10tothe100.com to find out how you can participate. I will be keeping close tabs on this project, hoping that more companies start taking similar steps towards a better world! To all my readers and Google, thank you!
A couple of weeks ago, I added a button to my sidebar linking to the hundred pushup challenge. Last night, I proudly began my 4th week of the 6 week program, and things are moving along quite nicely. Naturally, I have noticed increased mass and definition on my upper body (pectorals, arms).
The goal of this is for me to be able to execute 100 consecutive pushups. Now, if that isn’t something you can boldly boast about, I don’t know what is! Most people can’t even do 10 pushups, shamefully. After canceling my gym membership, this is one of my stay-at-home commitments that’s easy to follow.
If you want to start getting in shape and require some direction, this is the perfect way to begin. You will increase your core strength by a tremendous amount, while working out your chest, arms/shoulders, and abs. Remember, always stretch before and after working out. Stay hydrated at all times and eat right!
After I complete this program, I will attempt to reach a point where I do 100 consecutive pushups each night. Then I will move on to conditioning the rest of my body, including abs and back.
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A little over a week ago, I got my hands on one of those Iron Gyms. This thing has literally been all over TV media for the longest time, and a couple of my friends have already tried it – and love it! I figured it was about time I tried a cheap solution to get back in shape since getting a gym membership is not an option. So far so good.
Throughout the past few months, Netbooks have been on the rise. There are more companies manufacturing Netbooks than one could have imagined a year ago from today. Acer, Asus, HP, MSI and Dell are all contributing to the game, each releasing various configurations of their machines. I own a 15.4″ MacBook Pro that can outperform these machines combined, yet I still find myself craving for one.
Times are tough. Just last month alone, over 650,000 jobs vanished into nothingness. Right now, more people are thinking about going back to college than ever before. Granted, not everyone can afford doing so, but gaining a competitive edge in one form or another is important. Several months ago, I wrote an article called “