If you are one of the many Americans who shop regularly online, then you know how expensive it might get. If you would like to start saving up to 25% on things you buy regularly, Ebates might be just the thing you are looking for.

They even have Macys Coupons. With these macys coupons, you can save quite a bit every time you shop. What's even better is that membership is free! That's right, FREE!

All you need is an email address to access more than 800 stores through Ebates. Even CNN calls using Ebates "A No-Brainer". What could be better?

So what are you waiting for? Starting saving money right now and you'll be seeing the checks coming in the mail. They have coupons for places like Apple, Dell, Alienware, and others! Again, if you want to start saving money on things you already buy, visit Ebates today!

This is the video where PayPerPost moves into their new office. Hopefully they will have internet on time. It is kinda hard to have an internet company without the internet!

Then there's the whole thing with workers using $700 chairs as foot stools! You heard me right a $700 chair! And they are standing on it with work boots! Yikes! Not something that I would be doing! Anyways, you'll notice that 30 seconds into the video, that they are using Mac computers!!! Go Apple!

Also, at 39 seconds in, you'll see a distinct Apple Logo on Ted's laptop on the far left hand side of the screen. I like these guys already! Anywho, the video is about 9:30 long, it's actually a little less than that, but what's 2 seconds...

If you too would like to make money using blog ads, then you need to visit PayPerPost!

If you have cement floors or that old tile is coming up, then you need to head over to Laminate Flooring Company. They have some great laminate floor designs guaranteed to fit your style. On their site you can find tips and advice on how to install and maintain laminate flooring. If that kitchen flooring is looking old, outdated, dingy, or just plain wearing out, then Alloc Laminate Flooring is the stop you need to make. They have great flooring like Stone Slate, Northern Oak and rustic Country Maple!

Tis the Season for shopping. And in one month, tis the Season for regret of spending a wee bit too much. Too much money put on credit cards. It's also a time when we wished we had put a little more money away in our savings accounts. If you find trouble this holiday season, Thrifty Scot is here to help. Through their advice, you can find help on such things like secured loans. But if you worry that the yule log in your fireplace might be a hazard this season, they can also help with home insurance. Or, if you find that you are having trouble making house payments, Thrify Scot can even help with mortgages.

If the holidays have got you down, let the advice from Thrifty Scot get you back behind the reins of you financial situation. Free advice is best thing to your ears when free is all you can afford.

For those of you who ACTUALLY use my 'Dock' of links at the top, should see a CONSIDERABLE boost in response time. Well, at least in Firefox and Opera. Firefox and Opera both use cached images when possible, IE6 however, apparently doesn't. Besides, you aren't using IE6 anymore...IE7 has been released and EVERYBODY knows that Firefox 2 is the GREATEST internet browser in THE WORLD!

So, if you haven't switched from IE6 to AT LEAST IE7, you should (where applicable...I know some businesses can't.)

I am finally going to 'claim' my Technorati Profile. So hopefully, I get some extra traffic this way!

It seems that the man behind the Bestest Blog of All Time had been having some computer troubles, but is slowly coming back to us. It (appears) that the LCD on his laptop got messed up and wouldn't display anything, but he is getting a replacement (Desktop, not notebook). Which, if good news, I think he was out for about a week. I read his blog ALMOST everyday. There are times when I get too busy or just plain lazy and don't read it, but I try to get to it at least once everyday. If nothing else, just to see other people's blogs.

In case you hadn't already heard, Apple's MacBook Pro is in the running for Time's Gadget of the Year. It is going head to head with the Nintendo DS Lite. If you wish to vote and view the other gadgets in the running, like the Nike + iPod Sport Kit, click here.

I personally voted for the MacBook Pro. But if that hadn't been a choice, the DS would have been my next choice.

I was browsing the internet (yes, again!) and found this need video that compares Windows XP sounds to Windows Vista sounds. It is a pretty interesting video. I (personally) like some of the XP sounds better! Some of the sounds they chose for Vista, I don't know if the average person is going to hear and understand what the noise was for. Seems to me like they made them softer (for better or for worse?). Well, if they allow customization of those sounds like they do in XP, I will keep my current sound scheme!

I use the clip from Disney's Aladdin Movie: Who disturbs my slumber? for when my computer turns on. And I have the Terminator's: Hasta la vista baby! for when my computer is shutting down. Freaks out some of my friends who aren't as computer savvy. The first time I had a friend of mine turn my computer on, he nearly jumped to the ceiling! I wish I could upload some of my memories to my computer. If only I had a USB port on the back of my head...maybe some day...

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The iFizzle is still down, but with more information. Now, instead of just saying that it is closed until further notice, he states: 'Sorry, due to reasons beyond my control, the iFizzle is closed until further notice.'

Also, he is offering to refund any donation money. So, hopefully he has it up and running again soon. But for now, I think I will trust that he is being honest with his public. I, for one, have donated and at this point will not retract my donation at this time.

This is all the news that I have for the iFizzle at this point.

Remember the days before the internet, before computers, even before paper money? Neither do I! So I made this commercial for PayPerPost's blog advertising campaign, demonstrating how things used to be done. Gold miners, placer mines, and sluice boxes galore in this short 30 second clip.

If you like what you see, please feel free to post comments here. Also, some of those images were taken right here where I am from: Montana. So, this video also demonstrates a part of Montana history.

I chose to use the old gold miners and gold mining way of life to demonstrate how easy us Americans have it today with our cars, computers and other modern machinery. But can you imagine life without those now? Could you survive without being able to play World of Warcraft, check your e-mail or read up-to-date news? These people not only survived, but got us to where we are today. So, withour futher ado, may I present My Commercial:

Its is a self meditation, self help book. Mostly to relieve stress. What is it called? Simone and Elvis. It is a GREAT Self Empowerment Book. I am quoting from the site here:

This beautifully illustrated book of fables and inspirational quotations is an important (yet independent in itself) element of The Simone Zone where the reader will understand in a fun, entertaining and insightful way, how the mind often puts us in a negative space and how we can recognize that within us.

So, I was searching through some random blogs, because I like to see what other people do. Anyways, long story short, I found this blog that deals with flash games online, and one in particular found my interest. It is called Zwok - Online Multiplayer GameIf you have ever played Pocket Tanks, then this is the type of game I am referring to. It has a 'lazy' Quick Play feature or allows you to sign up (FOR FREE) to customize your looks. Including face, color, body type, etc. So check it out! I rather enjoyed myself.

So, I plugged in my iPod today, and this is what I saw...

Needless to say, is this normal or is there really something wrong with that?? Please PLEASE leave comments if you have seen this or know if this is normal.

So, as many of you know, I have been using PayPerPost as a way to try and get some money to make the switch from Windows to Apple. Well, there is a way for you to help, and it won't cost you a dime. All you have to do to help me make money, is sign up with PayPerPost and use iswitch2mac@gmail.com as a referral. That's it. For every person that signs up, I get $5. You heard my right. Even if you decide not to use PayPerPost, I still get the money.

So here is what I am doing. If you wish to receive my Subscription Only content, you know that it costs $12/6 months. Well, listen up for the deal of the century. If you sign up with PayPerPost and refer me AND submit into my Button contest, I will GIVE you the link to my subscription only content. No strings attached. There is no credit card required to sign up. No fees.

If you refer me and submit into my button contest, I will send you the link. It's that simple. And, I will still add your name to the list to win an iPod Nano.

If you are a blogger like myself, you might be interested in making money, just for blogging about things you might find interesting. If you like technology, why not blog about technology and earn something for it? Of, if you are into health, why not blog about health, and get something for it?

If you would like more information about how to advertise on blogs, click the link and check it out. I guarantee that you will find something that fits you and your blog. I encourage you to at least check it out, and if you find that you like it, please list me as your referrer iswitch2mac@gmail.com

Well, not many takers on my subscription plan or on my contest. However, if you would like to see some of my campus live click here.

It seems that I have an estimated 100 people that regularly subscribe to my podcast. So, as an added incentive, for a limited time only, anyone who submits an entry into my Button Contest and donates at least $5 or anyone who donates $10, I will provide those people with the link to my Subscription Only content. I will leave this open until my Button Contest is over.

Again, the contest rules are listed here. Again, this is a LIMITED time offer. If you have any questions please leave a comment or e-mail me.

So, I was surfing the internet for iPod stuff, and stumbled upon this site offering a FREE IPOD! Get a Free iPod from iPodSweepstakes.com Now.

Most free iPod offers make it very difficult to ever get an iPod. iPodSweepstakes.com gives away a free iPod every single day. There's nothing to buy, no credit card needed and you don't have to refer your friends. In addition to winning an iPod, members can earn a free iPod by completing simple offers like taking a survey or requesting free information. They have given away more than 2,000 free iPods so far.

How would you like to see the videos I post, embedded into my blog? I see that some of you directly download the file, rather than subscribe to my rss feed. Well, this is quite possible with Google Video Sharing.

My most favorite feature of Google Video is their Top 100 list. This allows me to view popular content and keep up with some of the most viewed content. Another one of my favorite features, is Google Videos Music Videos and Movies section. There, I can view short clips and movie trailers. I don't always get to watch TV or go to a Movie Theater that often, but I can still keep up with what new movies are coming up that I can look forward to watching.

So, if you would like to see the videos that post to my RSS feed embedded, please leave a comment or email me at iswitch2mac@gmail.com.

So, I have finally decided to try other ways to raise money, aside from donations. So, I found this link: ads on blogs.But, where do they get their money? Are they conspiring with PayPal or eBay? Are they financed through some terrorist organization, swindling American bloggers, like myself? Or are they financed through some wealthy American people, looking to get some free ad space?

Well, I don't know. Or maybe, just maybe, they are financed by MySpace, and they are attempting to lure more people to generate more buzz. Whatever the case may be, I hope that Osama Bin Laden, err Ted Murphy, is soon to be discovered...

That is what I am looking for. Let me explain more on the rules. In order to win, both images must be a 'pair.' Meaning, they match. Same kind of design with like colors, just one saying to Donate, and the other to say Subscribe. Similar to and However, not these images...of course. But they have the same shape and font. I think you get the idea.

Criteria:

1) Images must be larger than 75x75 pixels.

2) Images must be same dimensions (like 100x100 but not 100x162)

3) Images must contain color (other than just Black, White, & Gray)

4) Images must NOT be offensive

5) Preferred image types (in order):PNG, BMP, JPG, and GIF. Though not limited to these.

6) Be Creative! I am not looking for Da Vinci work here. I just don't have Photoshop and I have zero experience using it. (Well, maybe not zero, I can crop and resize..and import...and save...you get the idea)

Submit entries beginning now until Nov 1st, 2006. E-Mail entries to iswitch2mac@gmail.com. You can make the buttons as separate files or as a single file. Only 2 entries per person.

If you have any further questions, or would like me to clarify anything, please e-mail me at iswitch2mac@gmail.com.

Here are some pictures for you. I apologize if they take awhile to download. They are BIG. Click the picture for full resolution.

Now you can listen to the iSwitch2Mac Radio, right here! But, it uses Windows Media Player. So I do not know if this works on all systems. Probably not. But I am open to ANY suggestions.

Until next time...ENJOY!

Today marks my last day before I move back to college. I am very excited to begin and cannot wait to go back! So it might be awhile before I am able to get online again.

The next time I post here, will be from my dorm. I'll put up pictures of what my room looks like.

For those who don't own an Xbox or Halo 2, there is a great alternative. And better yet, it's absolutely free! And it is web-based. AND it sports various weapons! What is it? Check it out here!

Sniping is not a good idea though, as the action is fast-paced and doesn't give much time to do so. Warning to Dial-up users though.

By now, most everybody has probably seen the WWDC '06 Keynote. If not, then click here and watch it. It is streaming video, so dial-up users beware!

Such topics were covered like Time Machine, Leopard, and iChat updates. Well, I am personally interested in the 'other' things they didn't (or couldn't) show us! Time Machine definitely looks fantastic. Leopard seems pretty awesome in itself. But what is it that wasn't shown? That is what this post is about.

In my opinion, it COULD be a new iPod with Bluetooth connectivity. This has been rumored all over. But so what right? Well, what if your user settings were saved, and anytime that iPod got near another Mac, your settings would be 'copied' over onto the Mac. Things like bookmarks, stickies, and other user preferences.

But think about the price drop on the Cinema Displays. Kinda odd that Apple recently filed patents on Touch Screen technology. Why not try to sell out of stock on the displays, then awe the public with new Cinema Displays with Touch Screen Technology and a built in iSight and infared port for the Apple Remote? Sounds good and plausible to me.

Also rumored, is an update to the iPods. A true 'video iPod' is rumored. But, how would they update it? Bigger screen. Ok, where's the click wheel going? Longer playback time. Ok, bigger battery and therefore heavier device. All these things are possible, and only what I think could happen.

Assuming they ('they' being Apple) make the screen bigger. Fantastic. But what about the videos we ALREADY have? Will they look good in 'widescreen' format? Will they even work? And since the Click Wheel is gone, that must mean a Touch Screen is there. Sure. What about fingerprints, scratches, and battery life then? And cases?

This finishes part one of 'In My Opinion.'

Here are some of the Honorable Mentions that I thought would be great candidates. In no particular order!

Winner
2ND Place

Congratulations to Toby P for submitting the Winner! Look for a $20 iTunes Music Certificate in your e-mail! And congratulations to Kevin S for submitting the second place runner-up! Look for a $10 iTunes Music Certificate!

I have changed the links that the Menubar at the top directs to. The Internet Explorer Icon now directs to ifizzle.com and the Blogger Icon now directs to the bestestblogofalltime.

Also, if you want your webpages icon added, please let me know. I have 500 pixels (from left to right) to add. I figure 10 takes about half, so I can fit about 9 more Icons to it. First come, first serve basis. However, I might work something out, where donators get precedence over others.

That is my news for now. I will be releasing another video here shortly.

iSwitch2Mac

Today I have received another entry for my OiL Contest! That makes a total of 4 people entering! YEA! It's still not too late to send those in. I am hoping to reach at least 5 people entering by the 14th, but we shall see.

College is less than 2 weeks away. I am looking forward to going back and seeing all my friends again. Seems 4 months is too long...but we did manage to stay in touch via email and the occasional phone call.

Also, I have received a total of over 3000 requests, but only about 1500 uniques. So, approximately, half of the people who download my content return to download more. Which is good, but I think I could do better. I think that I will release a different video next. I won't stop the Red vs Blue, I will only take a break from it. Hopefully get some returning downloaders.

Also, this site WILL NOT CLOSE when I receive my Mac. I do promise that. When (and IF) I ever finally manage to get one, I can then post MORE videos of myself with the built in iSight camera.

Also, I am not too worried about donations as of yet. I want to wait and hold out until 'Leopard' is released. Also, I predict that Apple with change the processors in the iMac. With some hope (and a little time and luck) I think that they will, but probably not until some time next year.

So, for those of you who want to donate, please feel free. I am only asking for $1, but you can donate as much as you want. Also, how would you feel if I put in a 'Subscribe' option? Similar to how Roosterteeth has theirs. Those that subscribe, receive content earlier and in Hi-Resolution. Please let me know if you might be interested in something similar to this.

Until next time. iSwitch2Mac

Today I received a nice donation from MacGeek of $17.17! I do thank you for the donation. I REALLY thank you for the donation! Paypal took a chunk of $.97, but that still gives him 17 chances to win the iPod Nano!

I have received 2 donations: one for $1 and this one for $17.17. But only from 2 people. So, MacGeek, if I finally reach my goal, you've got a head start on that prize.

Also, don't forget that from Aug 1st to Aug 14th, I will be accepting submissions for my 'Official iSwitch2Mac Logo'. I have only received 3 submissions from ONLY ONE PERSON. You can begin submitting those anytime. Even if you think it looks bad, at least then I just won't be handing a $20 iTunes Music Card to the only guy brave enough to submit.

Again, I thank you for your support! I will keep plugging away at my podcast. And MacGeek, I am sorry that it didn't work out for you :(

For those of you, like myself, like pictures, icons, or just about anything more appealing than text, I have added a neat little menu at the top of the page. The icons represent the page that you will brought to (mostly). They are in order as follows

-Apple=Apple.com (just in case you couldn't already guess!)

-Screen=iMac Homepage, what I am trying to get from this whole thing.

-Internet Explorer=Takes you directly to the page to download Internet Explorer 7

-iTunes=iTunes Homepage (keeping with the whole 'Visual Representation thing')

-Blogger=Blogging for a Macbook homepage (i encourage to give it a look)

-Ninja=AskANinja Homepage (icon is hard to see, but it is what they use, so I just have to suffer...)

-G=Google, my favorite search engine, email, calendar, chat...ahem...yea

-Y=Yahoo (no silly comment here)

-Leaf=Macworld, a great website for learning about everything Apple

-Dude with shovel=DIGG!!! absolute BEST website for news. Period.

That is it for updates today. I hope you enjoy the new menubar. I will keep the text links on the right for those without images turned on or for those on dial-up...

Until next time...*tear*

The contest to win a $20 iTunes Music card begins. Please submit work to iswitch2mac@gmail.com and read this post for official rules and how to submit.

Donations are still at a stand still. I will try to keep this going for as long as it takes, but at this rate...who knows. Feel free to ask questions, either leave a comment or e-mail. I check it daily (with a few exceptions). I wish that I had more feedback. Then that would help me steer my podcast in the right direction. Or maybe some ideas how I could raise more donations. Anything would help. Please tell your friends of this podcast. The more that know, the more donations I might be able to raise.

Video is iPod-Ready. [3:34]

I apologize for any delay, but the Libsyn Servers haven't archived any of my videos. I have already sent them an e-mail stating my problem, but it might take them a few days to get around to it.

As soon as I get some more storage space, I will post another episode of Red vs Blue.

Also, I still have received only one donation. Please tell your friends. I need to get the word out.

Hopefully I will be able to post a video again soon. And again, I apologize for the delay.

I...am...so...very...EXCITED! I got my first donation today. JF (you know who you are) donated $1 (of which I got $.67). THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!

JF is now the first entrant into the contest to win an iPod Nano (or...whatever the name is when I finally reach my goal...lol)! So far, he has won that contest full on. But, he hasn't yet. I won't finish that contest until my goal (of $2000) is achieved.

Again, thank you so very much JF! You have renewed my energy and I wish you the best in the future!

Well, some people seem to think that the number 13 is unlucky. Hopefully for me, it turns out to be lucky. I am still waiting for a first donation, and a first comment.

This clip is part of my Family Guy series. It has Peter and Michael Moore in the restroom...out farting each other. I hope you enjoy.

Video is iPod-Ready. [0:40]

I have finally shot and edited my video, but I was unable to convert it to MPEG-4. Therefore, it will only be viewable on the web. My apologies. The video is a little under 10 minutes. It is not very funny, I was extremely nervous.

I am uploading it to Google Video as I am writing this. I will try for a little longer to see if I can't get it to convert. But, we will see. I hope you enjoy my commentary.

My next post will be the video.

Why am I choosing Mac and Apple over other computers? Well, as I have previously posted, I am just tired...no...bored would be the better word I think. Don't get me wrong, Windows is a very functioanl OS, I mean, just look at all the games and software that can be bought for it, then compare that to any other...

So why would I give that up for Mac? I want something that not only 'serves its purpose,' but looks good doing it. Compare Apple hardware to any other, and you will see what I mean. When it comes down to it, Apple has the most ingenious designs. But not just their hardware, their software too. Where else can I find a suite like iLife '06 that comes with the computer...free? You'll look...and will discover...that there isn't one.

Just like the ads that Apple uses, Macs are geared towards people who have lives, not just jobs. Like, iPhoto for instance. Quite a few people use digital photography these days. I am one of those people. But if I want a photo edited, I have to use third party software to do so. (Or use the much needed of an update software Paint) Not on a Mac.

Now take iTunes. Yes...it works on PC too. But it, like all the other Apps in the iLife Suite, it is integrated throughout. Windows Movie Maker and Window Media Player...not. Maybe this will change with Vista...doubt it.

Take iWeb for another example. What program do we use on Windows that's FREE and comes WITH the computer? Notepad. Let's compare Notepad to iWeb. Hmm, no comparison really. Point, click, publish done. OR, code, view, troubleshoot, change code, view, find webhost, upload.

Windows is a functional, to the point, good for everyday use, Operating System. But when it comes down to what people are actually needing a computer for, they fall short. Apple meets the needs of the consumer, not the business. Windows XP Home vs Windows XP Pro...visually look VERY identical. Only real difference? Pro is designed for better networking and file sharing and...basically networking. Tell me I am wrong. But, that is the only difference that I have come across.

That is why I have chosen Apple over: Dell, Gateway, Alienware, Sony, Compaq, Acer, and any other brand name computer you can think of. Apple has created the (almost) perfect computer. It is just too bad that it costs so much to get one...

This is one of a series of Family Guy clips that I am going to be posting. This clip here is entitle, "The Facts of Life." Well, you'll definitely learn some facts of life if you are new to the whole "gender difference" thing...

I still haven't received a donation as of yet. Nor a single comment, e-mail, or any other form of communication. I have been receiving hits, but no one seems to want themselves be known. Please, please, please! leave a comment or e-mail me if you like what you see. I would like to know what my viewers think of the videos that I am posting. Any sort of feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Anyways, enjoy the first of several Family Guy clips. Video is iPod-Ready. [0:27]

Well, video editing is taking longer than expected. So, I figured I'd better release some kind of video. Hopefully I will have the one I am working on done shortly. I didn't expect me to take that long, but it will get there eventually.

Anyways, here is an ad for Firefox. Which, by the way, is THE best browser ever (IMHO)! This ad features IE, Safari, Netscape, and (obviously) Firefox. Positively side-splitting. Definitely a must see.

I hope to receive a donation soon. I might do a special prize for the first donator. Don't know yet. But I will continue to plug away at this podcast and hope that it gets out there.

Video is iPod-Ready. [0:30]

Well, it has been over a week now, and I still haven't had a donation. I figured it must be because people don't know me. Well, I hope that this at least gives you some idea of who I am.

First let me start off by saying that this podcast, this call for donations, this...blog, is indeed not a scam. I am, in fact, 19 years old attending Montana State University - Northern. It is a small campus (as compared to other colleges and universities around the globe) with I'd guess maybe 800 students.

I am majoring in Computer Information Systems, which is a four-year program, that covers basically everything about computers. Networking, hardware, software, programming, troubleshooting, and the list goes on. When I return this August, I will be considered a Sophomore.

I currently have 30 credits under my belt and have signed up for 15 (Fall Semester) more. Full-time status is anything over 12 credits. Now, considering that I am taking 15 credits (which is 5 classes for 3 credits each) and working as much as possible at the campus library.

During the time that I am not in school, like right now, I live at home with my parents and my sister (who is also going to school). However, just because I am home, doesn't mean that I get to lounge around all summer. No, indeed I am working 40 hours a week at a nearby grocery store, trying to save as much money as possible. Just to lose...about 80-90% of it when payment for Fall Semester comes to pass.

Granted, I love school, but when I've worked for 4 months and lose nearly all of it in two payments (tution, housing, food takes one and books take the other) that seems pretty depressing.

So, I have stated, saving money for a Mac, will take quite a long time to accomplish. That is why I have asked for people like you, to donate. I am not asking for a handout, but rather a handup. One dollar. That is all that is required to enter your name into the drawing of the iPod Nano.

It is just like the lottery, all it takes is just one ticket. To win the prize, all it takes is just one name. But the that you donate, the more chances you get to increase the odds of winning.

I hope that this helps explain myself a little better and look forward to more podcasting.

This is the 'page' you will see, should you happen to cancel the donation process. I hope that you will change your mind in the future and donate.

Remember, donating gives an oppurtunity to win free prizes like: an iPod Nano or an iTunes Music Certificate. If you canceled because you do not wish to use PayPal, then please e-mail with suggestions of ways other than PayPal.

As of right now, this is the only way I know of receiving donations. If you know of any others, please contact me with your ideas.

Thank you for your interest in iSwitch2Mac.

This particular video features Bill Gates, and another man from Microsoft, demonstrating Windows 95. However, they encounter a problem...it crashes! Not only that...they get the infamous Blue Screen of Death!

Major oops, I'd say. But...moving right along...Bill Gates tries to cover by saying that this must be why they ain't shippin' Windows 98 yet...

I am still looking for a first donation. So please, if you enjoy these videos, please support my effort to make the transition from Windows to Macintosh.

Also, my next video is quite special. Why? Because I make my first appearance...well...hopefully. I am looking for free software that can work with .mov files, as that is what my digital camera records in. Any ideas, comments, etc? Email or leave comments please. Any input is appreciated.

Video is iPod-Ready. [0:29]

This particular video I discovered completely by chance. When Google Video was in its first stages on existence on the 'net, it was one the 'random' videos that happened to be listed. I watched it. I literally had to watch it multiple times because it was so hysterical! Oh man. All I kept thinking was...it's not delivery, it's...antelope!

I know that anyone who watches this video will at least get a smile! If ever you are feeling down, watch this video. Your day could never be as bad this guy's day!

I still have no idea if this was a commercial, actual footage, or what...but it is FUNNY!

As always, the video is iPod-Ready. [0:21]

Now here we are. Seven episodes in, and not many viewers...Well. Persistance pays. I am having fun doing this. But my storage quota gets filled rather quickly unfortunately. So, if I don't release a new video everyday in the future. Don't be discouraged.

Anyways, this next video features the SpongeBob SquarePants "F.U.N." song. Only...it isn't SpongeBob and Plankton. Rather, its a Yellow Spartan and a green Convenant from the hit Xbox game, Halo 2.

I LOVE playing Halo 2. At college, we would max out the multiplayer...16. I thought I was good, then I played multiplayer...man...was I EVER wrong. Talk about spawn kills...sheesh!

Anywho, enjoy the short video. As always, NONE of these videos (to date as of 07/06/06) are mine. They were all created by...well...whomever the video says that made them. I just merely have discovered these, and decided to release them as a VidCast.

Video is iPod-Ready. [2:34]

As promised, the PANICS Outtakes Reel. Full...On...Funny! "Hey...your clavichol is showing!"

This has to be one the funniest Outtakes Reel EVER. Please leave comments! I would LOVE to hear what my viewers have to say about this one!

PS. This is the last of the PANICS series...sadly...*frowny face*

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Well, this is the 'Season Finale' of PANICS. Can you guess who makes it out alive? I'll give you a hint, it is not Bravo One nor is it Bravo Leader...

This, like all the others, is very funny indeed. But you have to watch the whole episode, so as not to miss any good lines near the end. The next video I release will be the Outtakes Reel. Scenes that didn't make it in the shows. They are absolutely side-splitting! Your innards will spill on your computer center with so much laughter.

Anyways, please post comments if you like what you see. Please provide me feedback via e-mail or comments. It is always appreciated.

E-mail me at iswitch2mac@gmail.com or post comments on this site.

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This post is merely about donations. Who, what, where, when, why...that kind of stuff. So let me start with the who.

Who - Me. Adam. Of Montana. 19. Windows user since...well, whenever Windows first came out...and even back in the days of 5 inch floppies on the ole Apple IIe's.

What - I am trying to save up enough money to buy an iMac. This computer will be my current computers replacement. It will also be the last computer I buy for QUITE awhile. Click here to see what I am trying to achieve.

Where - Well, clicking on the Donate button takes you to PayPal. I live in Montana. I guess this is the 'internet.' That about covers where...

When - This is a tricky one to answer. When will I buy the iMac? When I have all neccessary funds. When will winners of the contest be notified? Before I buy the iMac. That way I can buy the iPod Nano WITH the iMac. Also, if the winner wants an inscription, then this will be done as well.

Why - The best question anyone can ask. First, I want to get away from Windows. Plain and simple. Don't get me wrong, XP is functional (most of the time), it is an improvement over my last computer (Windows ME (Mistake Edition)), but I am tired of Windows. Second, I LOVE MAC! My college has a room, just for Macs. I use it (occasionally...when there isn't a class being taught in there at the time) and have grown to just appreciate how much work went into the design from the ground up.

Now, an important part of the 'why' section. Is the question, why an iMac? Why not a Mac Mini or a MacBook? Well, I can rule out a MacBook, as I stated previously, it will have to last me QUITE some time. Notebooks are not meant for heavy, continuous use. Right now, I am typing on a Toshiba notebook, and it's great and all, but it doesn't have the computing power I need.

I am taking Computer Information Systems (basically, this degree covers everything you need to know about computers: networking, hardware, software, etc). And with this, we use programs that this laptop can't handle. Hence, the desktop.

Why not a Mac Mini then you ask? Well, 1.66 GHz CPU, or a 2 GHz (iMac)...hmm. Which will still be considered GOOD in say...2-4 years? Not to mention, that I don't own any of the hardware that I would need to use it.

That is why I need the consumer based desktop from Apple, the iMac.

The saga continues for Bravo Team. My favorite line from this episode: Hey, where'd all your meat go? I just die laughing everytime I hear that. I hope you enjoy these episodes as much as I do. Roosterteeth did a fantastic job creating this series. However, and unfortunately, there are not many more episodes. After this series is complete, I will take a short break from Roosterteeth productions and mix it up with other hilarious shorts that I believe you will enjoy.

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Bravo One is in dire need of assistance and the entire Bravo Team makes no effort to aid him. [Bravo One screams in agony.] ...I guess we should assume he's okay. Nice team they got going. Again, this episode, like all previous episodes is absolutely hilarious.

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This is Bravo Team's first mission with Frank. Everything starts out okay, but the situation changes, and trouble ensues.

To find out more or to make a donation to help me raise money to buy an Apple computer visit: http://iswitch2mac.libsyn.com/.

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