Things have been pretty busy for me. Pep Band, papers, Java programming, Software Engineering, it just adds to the list...know what I mean? Anywho, enjoy this fantasmicorphic episode. Yeah, I went there. Cuz I roll like that...[8:22]

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 episode is pretty long. Nice change for once though right? Anyways, here you go. [13:25]

Schoolwork has kept me pretty busy lately. Which is the reason for my lack of posting recently. The classes that I am taking include (in no particular order): Advanced Java Programming, Software Engineering and Design, Operating Systems, Native American Studies-History, and Global Positioning Systems. The class with the most work is the Native American Studies. The instructor is (oddly enough) from Finland, and assigns 100+ pages a week of reading. Which, for most people like myself, takes some time to actually read and take notes on what was read for future reference. Why the notes? An analytical report has to be written about the books later on. I say books, because there is 3 books for this class. And they all require to have reports written on them. 2 from 2 books and one report on the third book.

Anyways, enough of my whining, enjoy! [6:27]

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With this, you can even transfer media files to your Apple iPod or Sony PSP! Like that soundtrack from the latest DVD you bought? Why not rip the audio and add the soundtrack to your own music library? Or do you have Windows XP Media Center and record TV shows? Convert DVR-MS files on your Media Center PCs! All this and more with Digital Media Converter!

Another great post talks about the Modbook. The 'Unofficial Mac Tablet.' The product looks amazing and works very 'Mac-like,' from what I can tell. Also Techzoogle has a very clean and easy to navigate site. No Google Ads cluttering up the page. It seems to load quite quickly for me.

You will find just about everything Technology related you can think of. From Apple, Cellphones, Playstation 3, and even Robots/AI! In fact you will find quite a few gaming related articles including games and game consoles!

If you want to know anything about anything Technology related, this is the place to go!

Also, our newly created Pep Band played our first ever game yesterday night. Went pretty darn well if I do say so! Got quite a few compliments from some of the sports fans and team players. So that brings you up to date with everything.

Anyways, enjoy the Red vs Blue! [5:55]

Nobody submitted their blog to me, so I was unable to do a review... If you don't like the way that I had that setup, say you do want permanent links or you just want me to pick random blogs every week, I am open to suggestions.

Steve gave another fantastic Macworld Keynote! I am definitely looking forward to see the AppleTV and the iPhone in action. Too bad that won't be until February and June, respectively.

Start off by entering your zip code and go from there. It then gives you various insurance companies in your area. You can then visit each site and get a quote directly from the source. What could be easier? It would be more difficult and time consuming to call up various companies and ask. But to do that, you would probably have to look in the yellow pages of your phone book, again taking up precious time!

I am no rocket scientist, but when someone does half the work for me, I like to take advantage of it. CarInsurance.com is a great place to start your search for car insurance!

Many men have probably heard these and more when it comes to safe sex and using protection. The most common type of protection I am referring to is condoms. Yes, indeed. This website has just about everything you might want. Brands of condoms. Types of condoms. Information, colors, and everything in between.

I say if you are going to have sex, at least protect yourself from not just pregnancy, but diseases like HIV, hepatitis, and many others. It only takes a few seconds to put one on and could save you millions...There motto should be, 'One Website could could save you $XXX every year.' Then have some testimonials and customers who saved...similar to Geico. They could even have a 'Gecko' with a 'cap' on...

If you visit UndercoverCondoms.com, you will see a long list of types of condoms and other 'accessories' on the left hand side to pick from. They even have female contraceptives available! They have warming, colored, and the best one of all, flavored! This is a one-stop shop for safer sex. If you canât find it here, you wonât (likely) find it anywhere else!

Could you imagine watching Red vs Blue on the Silver Screen? That would be, like dying and going to Video Game Heaven! Anyways, I will be traveling back to college Monday the 8th. Yeah! No more Albertsons, for awhile anyways...

I still have yet to receive any blog submissions from anyone. If you would like your blog featured here, just reply to this post or e-mail me your blog site. I will then visit them. If there are any posts in particular you would like me to see, feel free to include links to those. For a full week, the Home Icon, a text link, and one post will be yours, but only if you link back to me for the same week. It's a win-win situation. We each get exposure on different blogs, and the link is only temporary, so our blogs don't get filled up with links! [4:27]

What do PPP and HP have in common? The need to share. HP sponsored an event with PayPerPost and gave away some great HP products! If you haven't seen the video yet, it is after this. If given the opportunity, I definitely participate! I think that not only would it be fun, but challenging. Granted, I live nowhere near a city of that size. PayPerPost is always coming up with crazy schemes for people to earn some dough. I wouldn't mind ending up with an extra $500. That would go straight into the iMac fund. No doubt about it.

If any of you have or would like to participate in one of these, write me and tell me about what kinds of things you did, or would to see PayPerPost have you do. If they asked me to find a Blue Feather or a Gold One, I could do that piece of cake (at home that is, not in college). Let me know what you think of the video. Also, don't forget that you can go to HP for all your Digital Photo Printing needs. This post was brought to you by HP.

As explained earlier, the link and Home icon will only direct to your site for 7 days, after which it will point to the next winner. Starting Wednesdays, I will make a post asking for submissions. That gives me some time to read through everybody's blogs and pick a winner for Sunday.

There won't be one this week, but you can bet on it next week!

In other news, it's Holiday season, so I wish everybody a Happy Holidays! I hope you all had a wonderful and safe time with family and friends. Until next time!

Moving past the Family Guy references, just bringing you another episode of the Red vs Blue. Also, I got bored and wrote this poem:

Dear Red vs Blue. I like to watch you. Sarge is great, but Caboose is the best. Donut is next and followed by the rest. Don't ever stop making these shows or the world will stop making the winds blow.

Yeah I know, I'll stick to my day job! [3:14]

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!

Anyways, if you haven't checked out his blog yet, or don't know where to find it, you can click here. He is on his way to be a Halo Professional (hopefully someday soon!) and would like your help. If you want to help him (for as I said, he too is scraping away all the nickels and pennies for college) get an Xbox 360, just donate a dollar or two or $400! Getting an Xbox 360 is more realistic than trying to get a Mac computer before 2007!

I encourage you to take a look at 2BHaloPro!

And of course, you guys have helped me in all this. Especially MacGeek and Spartan117. You guys have really pushed me along, giving me an extra nudge just at the right moment.

Unfortunately, the iFizzle is closed, and probably will remain that way. He was closer to getting his Mac than I am.

I hope to have at least half the money I need this summer! Then, the rest by Christmas (2007). That would be the ULTIMATE Christmas gift anyone could receive! I was hoping to get it by my 20th Birthday in March, but I don't think that is going to happen...which, is probably a good thing anyways. By the time I finally get my Mac, all the bugs of Leopard and any new hardware that Apple releases SHOULD be worked out. Well, before this becomes a book, I'll let you all continue on with your day!

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.

The more who know about it, the better! I wonder what would happen if I was able to copy over some of posts to a MySpace account...hmm...I don't currently use or have a desire to use MySpace, but if it got me more exposure, I might consider it.

Anyways, I think the last Sunday before January, I will feature a post all about the Bestest Blog of All Time!

As you can see from the right, I have updated the ways that YOU can help me. You can directly donate through PayPal, you can create an account through a great search engine by the name of Zotspot, which pays its customers (that is, whomsoever has an account) based on the amount of people that they refer AND for using Zotspot as their main search engine.

The other way you can help me, is to sign up with Filexoom with the provided link and I am automatically referred. Filexoom is an online storage site where you can store up to 2GB of anything you want!

Also, starting in 2007, I will be doing something, that I have never previously done. You know that Home icon on the dock above? Well, currently it only refreshes the page, which is redundant, because if you click the big blue block on the top of the page, or your refresh button, they all do the same thing. So, coming January 2007, that button (along with a text link in my sidebar) will become 'yours.' By that I mean, every week I will feature a blog of yours for a full 7 days, that icon, a link, and a post will be put up.

Why am I doing this, if you put a link to my site, I will put a link to yours, but instead of being permanent links, they will only be up for a week! This keeps the clutter of zillions of links off of both our blogs. You link to me for a week, and I'll link to you. This raises the page rank for our sites because that gives Google's web crawlers and Technorati's crawler enough time to see that new links have been generated.

If you are interested in this 'temp' link exchange, please send me an email at iswitch2mac@gmail.com with your blog and a short 2-4 sentences that describes your blog that I could use in my post.

Please, no 'adult only' blogs. I try to keep this blog at about PG14.678! Now, you can see that I cannot feature everybody's blog, so I will pick what I think to be the most interesting blog.

If you have any questions, please post a comment or email me. I will try to respond to them as quickly as possible! Thank you and enjoy! [3:53]

If you are skeptical about buying one, then find a friend or store that has one for demo and take it for a trial spin. I know that Nintendo isn't competing with Microsoft and Sony as far as graphics go, but they are doing an amazing job at keeping players happy and even bringing in people who never owned a game console before. Which, if you look at it, is better in the long run.

Think about it, would you rather sell 100 PS3's to 200 people who already own a PS2 or sell 100 Wii's to new customers that have never owned their own console and would recommend it to their friends and family? Me, I'd take the Wii any day. Especially considering the price differences...$250 (Wii) or $600 (PS3)! Sorry Sony, no matter how much hype you tout, I will NEVER spend $600 on a GAME CONSOLE, when I can buy a notebook PC for less than $500! And it can do more than watch movies and play games... It is just NOT worth the money!

At Target, you can save 10% off anything you buy, with no minimum to purchase! Or at Dell you can get an Inspiron notebook for $499 with coupon! Or at Apple save $30 when you buy a Mac and sign up for one year to their .Mac service! You find these and other great deals at www.couponchief.com. Hurry, these coupons do expire!

Well, I am taking a 4-year degree in Computer Information Systems. Basically, what that equates to is a degree that educates me on EVERYTHING about computers. Hardware, software, networking, programming, security, e-Business, Operating Systems, you name it. I even had a course on XHTML, which is how I have been able to most of my 'Template Tweaking'. I might upload the website I had to build someday. It's not that outstanding, but considering what I learned from doing it, I think it's pretty amazing. I'll have to show you now...

Anyways, I am now halfway through my Sophomore year. I have taken 15 credits a semester since I arrived. I'll probably be taking 18 next semester. I haven't decided whether I want to take the new course offered...Robotics! I think it would be fun to (attempt to) build a robot!

Next semester I am taking Advanced Java Programming! Yea! Finally get into building interfaces. So far everything I have done is building applications that run from the command line. But now, I will be building applets and whatnot! Hopefully we get to program some kind of game...

This thing is TINY. No more wires or wireless connection to the VCR so they are hard to detect. In fact, it is actually disguised as a Clock or Air Purifier. It comes in Black and White or Color. This little Nanny Cam can record up to 23 hours on a 2GB SD card. But only that, it has SOUND. So you can review everything that was said. This hidden camera/spy camera can also be used to monitor pets while you are away.

But now I ask YOU, my readers, when is a hidden camera a good idea? When is it not such a good idea? Would you use one? If so why or why not? Personally, I think it would a great tool to pull practical jokes on friends, but that is just me. If any of you have a hidden camera, do you like it? Would you ever consider getting another one or giving one as a gift? Please leave comments and your thoughts are always welcome. By the way, this can ONLY be detected with The SpyFinder Hidden camera Detector.

Also, I have in plans anyways, want to release all RvB until I hit Episode 50. That way it gives a solid 20+ videos of Red vs Blue in a row. Unless something comes up anyways...

Episode 30. Just for y'all. [4:31]

PokerSavvy even holds tournaments! You can win cash or prizes. The site even has Online Poker Strategy Articles! If you play online now, I encourage you to give PokerSavvy a visit.

I do not encourage you to use the feed, as you will miss all the other great videos that make up my podcast. But it cuts out the clutter for those with lower bandwidth who only want the Red vs Blue. And yes, you are welcome. If you would like a separate feed for just the Non-Red vs Blue Podcast Posts, let me know and I will see what I can do over my Christmas break.

If you have never visited the Bestest Blog, then you wouldn't know that everyday he features somebodies blog and writes a little review about it. If he chooses your blog, you get a little exposure. He also likes to pick out certain posts, but you never know which post he is going to pick...

If you are interested in doing a link exchange with him (PR5), please feel free to contact him and as long as you keep a link to his blog, he'll keep a link to yours. That's all for now.

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

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It's pretty amazing what they had to go through. After watching these videos, I have a new respect for what they did for all of us bloggers. All we have to do is post advertisements, but they had to be the ones to try something new and hoped for the best.

If you blog, and haven't tried PayPerPost yet, you should. I encourage all of you to at least do a single post. Or, at least visit Rockstartup!

Also, it is the Week before Finals, so things are pretty hectic for me. Preparing presentations, studying for tests, and the like. So I do apologize for not having said anything sooner. I will be posting a Red vs Blue later today. (Currently I am at work and don't have access to the file to upload at the moment...) Also, after finals week is over and done, I might update some links, change the layout of the Blog or something similar. Thanks again for visiting and I hope you decide to donate...

Guess what? This marks my 150th POST!! YEA! Whoo-hoo! Don't laugh too hard. Took me a long time to try and get that done to look halfway decent...But you too could get paid for blogging at PayPerPost...

Slowly but surely. Slow and steady wins the race right? Besides, with the new Leopard coming out, I would just wait anyways. I am especially looking forward to what they unveil at Macworld in January!

What do you guys think? New iPod? Dockable Mac? Tablet Mac? Ultra portable Mac? iPhone (iChat Mobile)?

I am EXTREMELY excited about the 'iTV'! But, they said that the name 'iTV' was internal. What do you think they are going to call it? AppleTV? MacTV? Ladivid dashiznid? Yes, I made that up...

I wonder if they are going to make them with internal harddrives or allow one to be connected on the USB...that would be SWEET! Yo. Off da hook. Any ideas, comments, suggestions? Feel free to post what you think or would like to see at Macworld '07!

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How cool would it be, if you KNEW that aliens existed and could PROVE it? Wait no longer my sci-fi friends, the proof is in the pudding...or should I say test tube? You can buy one of the Alien Adoption World Collectors Kits and own an alien.

That's right. Your very own alien friend to take care of. From the initial 'hatching' to adult. It can even communicate ONLINE!

However, there are a limited number of these, so act quickly before they are all gone. Check the video for more information. Personally, I think that's a pretty cool thing. If you need a holiday idea, that says, 'Hey, here's an alien,' then this is a perfect gift. Nothing says I love you like giving away something that lives...

The File Xoom user referral program rewards me for placing links to File Xoom on my website/blog. I am given a special URL to distribute that contains my user id. Each time someone visits File Xoom through my link and registers to be a member, I am credited with referring that member to File Xoom. The top 30 referrers of the current month are displayed on this page.

Just how much would this help me if 10 of you signed up? First prize is $150, second is $100 and third is $50! Right now, the leader has 9 referrals. And third place has 4. If I could land somewhere in the middle, I would be ecstatic!! Even $50 would be a great boost! But I could get $150 with your help! That $150 equates to 7.5% of the total amount I am asking! Imagine if I got that first place several months in a row...

If PayPal isn't your thing, then why not gain 2GB in FREE online storage and help out a guy in the process?

Please, do not laugh too hard, I don't need you guys to be splitting sides or anything. I know it hurt the last time I split my sides :D

Anyways, this makes my 146th post since the introduction of this site, and I want to thank you guys, my readers, and also PayPerPost for allowing people like me to make money to assist a man in his quest for the Holy iMac...

Until next time, take care, drive safely (it's a blizzard outside where I am at!) and don't eat yellow snow, wooden nickels, or relatives. Especially the wooden nickels...bad nightmares...bad, bad nightmares...

Only 145 posts you cry? Yes indeed, and only 1900 more before I can buy. I will keep going despite what has transpired, for I cannot admit failure, I have sweat, bled, and perspired. Many tears of joy have shed for the men in Red vs Blue. And still I have not reached my goal, so I ask of you: Will you please help a guy who only requests a simple task, what is that you ask? Please help me achieve my dream of owning an iMac, by donating what you can, and that my friend, is not whack!

Anyways, I become Antwoine, Antonio's Roommate. And no, that isn't my real hair...as real as it seems ;) So, leave me some comments or email me a link to your catfish video. I would like to see what other people have done.

Antwoine the catfish totally beats Antonio! But remember you too can get paid to make videos!

Sorry for not posting recently, but work has gotten me behind. I will try to post another episode for you on Monday. The internet in my school dorms is down, so I am posting this from the Library...

Since the PS3 and Wii are all out, I hope you all got the one (or both) that you were hoping for. I am extremely excited for the Wii. I have always been a big Nintendo fan (fanboy status has been achieved for me by the way!) I am hoping one of my friends gets one for Christmas or something...

Anyways, enjoy the Diablo II. [3:03]

Are you tired of waiting for Megaglobe to launch their search engine? Well, me too. That's why I went and bought the Zombie Survival Guide. Until Megaglobe launches, you too should go and get yourself a copy of the Zombie Survival Guide! You will learn such things like, what is a zombie, the prime locations to hide, the best weapons to use, what to do should you be attacked by the undead! For only $11.99, this excellent guide will teach you what to do in the event of an actual zombie attack. To order the ultimate guide to complete protection from the living dead, call 1 888 GEEKSTUFF! Again that number is 1 888 GEEKSTUFF. Undead operators are standing by...but wait! Call within the next 10 minutes, and we'll include the Batman handbook for only an additional $14.99. That's 2 great books for only $26.98. To visit the Megaglobe website, go to www.megaglobe.com. Again, that number is 1 888 GEEKSTUFF call now.

Why did I do this, because We Want Megaglobe!

Anyways, I broke my string of one PPP everyday throughout the month of November, but I felt it was necessary. I felt that I was pushing it too much. I don't want this to become a blog of ads, you know?

Anyways, Thanksgiving is Thursday, and I will be working all day Friday and Saturday. I will put some content up on Wednesday for you and hope that it ties you over until at least Sunday! I hope you all had a great weekend. I know I did. It was my best friend's birthday and we (my friends and myself) took him out to Pizza Hut and Bowling. And we also went to see the James Bond movie. I found it to be a great movie, even with the 'different' James Bond. It was action packed and kept me entertained, though there were some slow parts.

TTYL -Adam

This video has many people imitating Antonio in hopes of getting money...so, if you see me on here, trying to impersonate a catfish, try not to laugh too hard...

I am not sure if I want to do that yet. But I might. If you think you can do better, sign up with PayPerPost and you could make money doing it!

]]> Blog Fri, 17 Nov 2006 03:00:00 GMT http://iswitch2mac.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=152470# iSwitch2Mac No http://iswitch2mac.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=152464# *Best Sith Lord Voice* The Diablo series is almost complete. *Evil Laughter!* Hahahahahaaa. /end Sith Lord and Evil.

Anyways, I can hardly believe that I have posted nearly 150 posts since the creation of this blog. Seems like yesterday this thing was just being created...*tear* But it is true. And I thank you guys for (at least) watching the videos. I know at least a few people do.

So here it is, Diablo II Episode 4. [3:27]

Another reason that I have been posting more, is because of PayPerPost. They do blog reviews and I get paid to make posts. What is even better, is that I get to not only choose what to post about, but also to voice what I think of what is being advertised. I love PayPerPost! They are helping me achieve my ultimate goal. To dump Windows and get a Mac.

As I have stated before, I have been using Windows since I was knee high to a grasshopper, and I want to experience what life is like 'on the other side.' So yes, I will continue to post ads (at least one every day throughout the month of November). In conclusion, I would like to express my gratitude towards PayPerPost and their new and inventive idea to allow bloggers to post RELEVANT ads, not Google AdSense ads!

While 'wandering' around the internet, I stumbled upon a site called ReviewMe. It is similar to PayPerPost, in that I am paid for writing reviews. However, unlike PayPerPost, advertisers pay based on what my blog is 'worth.' At PayPerPost, each ad is given a value by the advertiser. However, at ReviewMe, all posts are paid on what your blog is estimated to be worth.

A blog can be worth $20-$200. However, you only make half for what your blog's price is. I will try a couple of ReviewMe's and see what happens. ReviewMe is a new service, so we will see what happens over the next few weeks. I will let you know how things turn out. Personally, I am not sure which I prefer. I am definitely excited to see some competition and hopefully something great comes this whole thing. I hope that the competition between the two results in some great innovation and fantastic features. Feel free to visit ReviewMe.

There are no order minimums, so feel free to order 1 or 100. Store-It thumb drives allow you to take your important information and/or personal data with you wherever you go. These thumb drives include security software to password protect your sensitive information. Photos, MP3's, homework, work files, whatever your need, say it with style in a laser engraved flash drive this year!

Programming Forums is even having a CONTEST to win $1100 in CASH & PRIZES! The contest starts November 15th and ends a month later on December 15th!

If you are interested in topic specific threads, here is one for Java, Visual Basic.NET, and Webpage Design.

Anyways, I don't even have to say to enjoy this, because I know that you will ;)

iPod-Ready [4:01]

The first site, UrAnime has an anime download page. Here, you can get your fix of Free Anime Downloads.

The other site is Trickster Online. This site also features a forum. And trading! This site is more an MMORPG though. But still really cool.

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

What is Internet Television you ask? Basically, an online TV channel should resemble the traditional TV channels that everyone is used to. tVadio only lists quality online TV stations with a substantial amount of TV programming. You wonât find short clips from them.

However, I must say that tVadio is currently in beta and is under some heavy development. But that is not to say that you shouldnât try it, because it is cool, but you just need to understand that this is not a final product. They are in need of adding more channels to the database. They are working to improve the tVadio Player, and they want to work on additional features. If you have any ideas for tVadio, you can send your suggestions, ideas, or comments to feedback@tvadio.com.

NinjaBattles is an online text based game where users can play as Ninja or Samurai and compete for $500. The NinjaBattles user base is comprised of both men and women, ages 10 to 40.

The goal of NinjaBattles is to have the most Yin (if you are a ninja) or Yang (if you are a samurai). You get Yin/Yang points by performing missions or attacking enemy players. Your energy, strength, agility and weapon are all factors that affect your ability to gain Yin/Yang points. Work together with your teammates to crush your enemies! After each round, the winning team is announced and the best players rewarded with cash prizes.

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...

I think that by posting my disclosure policy, then you, as my reader, have a better understanding of what this blog is about. This blog was created to raise money to make the switch from Windoze XP to Macintosh. That is not to say that, when I finally do make the transition that this blog will close. Because it WILL NOT. I ENJOY posting here. Whether it be videos or just my thoughts. Like any other blog out there, my voice is only one, but you are many. Now that you know how I feel, you too can quite easily create your own Disclosure Policy.

This blog is a personal blog written and edited by me. For questions about this blog, please contact iswitch2mac@gmail.com.

This blog accepts forms of cash advertising, sponsorship, paid insertions or other forms of compensation.

The compensation received may influence the advertising content, topics or posts made in this blog. That content, advertising space or post may not always be identified as paid or sponsored content.

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This blog does contain content which might present a conflict of interest. This content will always be identified.

To get your own policy, go to http://www.disclosurepolicy.org

BrainCast is a free message and memo service that allows you to record reminders for yourself on the go, and automatically delivers them to your PC at home for later use. There is also an online organizational system for storing your messages so you can access them from anywhere. Simply add the BrainCast toll free number to your cell phone and you can use it from anywhere free of charge!

*Dead Rising

But how you ask? Here is how in 6 easy steps:

1-Go to Vimo.

2-Near top of screen, click Rate a Doctor Now!

3-Type in your information to find the doctor.

4-Find the doctor you are looking for, click the Rate This Doctor.

5-Rate the doctor, give a little information, click submit.

6-On next page, enter name and some other info (like e-mail) and there you go! Free music! Quick and painless.

There are some great links that you will find there. Including 9 FASFA secrets. There is even a financial aid video! There is even a link for Scholarships! This is the FIRST place you should start looking for financial assistance with college. If haven't already, you should definitely check out FAFSA online. You might learn that extra little bit that gets you that scholarship. I know (personally) that it helped me!

Continuing with my Diablo II series. This is number 3 of 5. This one being a little longer than the last. Still a very good video and a fantastic game. No new updates at this time. It is still not too late to donate to get in on the Video iPod drawing. Video is iPod-Ready. [4:18]

These icons are designed by Professionals following Microsoft XP Style Icon Guidelines. Also, the icons come in well thought-out packages. For instance the Accounting Package. Or you might like theConceptual Icons package. Or, you might just get the ENTIRE collection!

All icons come in four sizes and formats and the are priced the cheapest! These icons are aimed at software developers and/or web designers. If you have any questions you can visit their FAQ.

But, you don't have to take my word for it, check out this press release. Or this one. Or maybe this one.

Megaglobe.com, which will operate from over 300 individual country-specific URL's and is to be translated into hundreds of languages, is set to challenge its rivals by employing a unique and sophisticated algorithm to improve the quality of Internet searching.

The patented algorithm works by allocating each search result a ranking - known as a Megarank based on analysis of the quantity and quality of pages which link to the search result. The algorithm then creates a structure of importance to the sites based on their relevancy.

With its ability to trawl through over a billion pages quickly and efficiently, the technology will also allow the user to view a site picture and text containing information about a site in a separate window without first clicking into the web page.

"This is a new way to surf the net. This is the future," said Megaglobe CEO Naima Moore.

"There's so much information on the Internet out there, and users need a search engine to filter all that information for best results. The Megaglobe Algorithm is the best possible method to filter the Internet."

If you buy stock, now might be the time to get yourself in on what could be the next Google!

I wouldn't mind owning one of those! But, we will have to see what Apple reveals this January at Macworld. Personally, I am hoping to see a new generation iPod, the 'iTV' going on sale, and maybe an update to the iMac...

Steve Jobs always keeps me guessing about what he is going to do, and he always gets me with the 'And one more thing...'

Enjoy the iPod-Ready video. [0:38]

I first heard of it on TV, so I thought, eh, let's give it a shot. I am glad that I did. You can spend money on other products that may work, but for how long? This stuff (at least for me) works for quite awhile. You might as well give it a shot.

Or you can check out the General Discussion thread. There are many interesting threads for just about any question you may have. You can even talk to posties in and around the area where you live! To check it out, click here!

A 12 hour battery life, 240 songs, and a really nice built in clip. It is the ultimate in portability!

So what does that mean, assuming that I make $100 in 40 days, it will take approximately 2 years to reach my goal. So, that is where I need your help. Here is what I am proposing.

If you have ever scrolled all the way to the bottom of my website, you will see 2 things. The first is my page hit count. Which, as of this post was at 3220. Not a whole lot. That hit counts everything. If you refresh the page and scroll down again, it increases 1. The other thing you will see down there is my page rank. (Currently at 4) The higher this is, the better. Though 4 isn't bad, it is also not very good.

My proposal is this. If I can purchase my computer before March 2007, I will bump the iPod from a Nano to the (what is currently) the 5G iPod with Video. I will even go so far as to say, I will let the winner decide which model. U2 Edition or 30GB (Black or White).

Does that sound like a fair deal? Donate $1 get 1 chance, donate $50 get 50 chances. Refer me through PayPerPost, get 5 chances (FREE for you!). So far, I have a person who has donated over $16.

If you wish, you can still subscribe to my subscriber only content for $12/6 Months. If I don't get any subscribers by the end of November, I will remove those links.

I am not asking for much. I am only one man, who is desperately trying to make the switch from Windows to Macintosh. So please, help me in my dream of owning a Macintosh. -Adam

But not only do the images look better, they grow/shrink like a real dock, although MUCH slower. Everything on this web page that I can edit is in XHTML. So, I would use flash, but I do not know how.

Gaze in awe of my xhtml dock! WHOOO! Also, I updated the Donate, Subscribe, and Unsubscribe buttons. Apparently, nobody wanted free music... That also means that my button contest is canceled. Nobody contacted me or submitted anything.

Enjoy the updates!

Vonage isn't just available in the US. It is also available in the UK and Canada. If you are looking for a phone service, you might consider Vonage an option.

I do not know if he reads my blog, but in the off chance he does, I wish you the best of luck. I hope that you get a Macintosh anyways (maybe not the one you wanted...) and I hope that everything works out well for you. And, I am sorry that your iFizzle was removed. :(

For a 30 second preview (Quicktime Movie Format), click here.

Here is a list of the bands: Marazene, Any Question, Obomatic, Punch Drunk, Imbued Vagary, Machine Gun Symphony/Charlie Drown, Synthetic Dream Foundation, Darker Days Tomorrow, Apikorism, Sick Machine, Abandcalledpain, Tearwave, and Sanity.

You can even Tour Frightworld's Haunted Attractions that have received 5 Award Winning Houses of Horror. AND you can even Meet Kamilla "Katexenna" Kova, UK Fetish Model and Star of FrightWorld! Who, by the way, looks pretty smoking hot!

I encourage you to check out their website: FrightWorld The Movie World Premiere. You can Meet FrightWorld stars Dina Cataldi and Tiffany Scott and assorted FrightWorld Scream Queens. Not only, but you can also Meet FrightWorld Writer, Producer and Director David R Williams!! How cool would that be? Meet the man who directed the movie. You could ask him anything you wanted about the movie!

They say that this movie Fright World: "...think Friday the 13th meets The Shining." Interesting. I myself love horror films. I always enjoy a good scare. Because, after the movie is over, I can go back to my routine life. I guess, I just like the fact that those types of movies get my adrenaline flowing and my heart racing. Even though I am not physically in the situation, I can't help but be freightened. But, if any of you go to this, let me know how it is.

So, enjoy this longer video from Diablo II, made by Blizzard. Who also makes World of Wacraft. [7:03]

Similarly, both Firefox and IE7 support tabbed browsing. For those of you new to this idea, tabs allow users to open multiple web pages within the same window. Tabs keep the Windows taskbar more organized and clutter free.

The browsers use different terms for essentially the same idea: Firefox Extension; Internet Explorer 7 add-on. Both Firefox and IE7 support extensions or add-ons that allow users to customize their browser. One such example is an extension called Trailfire. Trailfire is a hosted service that enables anyone to comment on any web page. Place a 'trail mark' on a page with your comments or notes. A trail mark can contain text, images, videos and other media types. When you give several marks the same 'trail name' you are forming your own navigation path on the web. We call this a 'Trail'."

However, Firefox has one thing over IE7: a head start. And by that I mean, Firefox has a library of add-ons of 1000+. IE7 has just been 'officially' released and therefore has a much smaller library. There are such add-ons that block annoying flash banner ads, web developer tools, even add-ons that can control just about any music player under the sun, without have to switch to the player? How cool is that?

Also, another difference is that Firefox supports Themes. Just like switching themes on Windows XP, Firefox can change its own theme. Like the way Macintosh looks, there is a theme for that. Like the color blue? There is a theme for that too. Like the look IE7, yep, there's a theme for that also! In my opinion, Firefox wins, but you decide. Besides, which sounds cooler? FIREFOX or MICRSOFT INTERNET EXPLORER 7?

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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.

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:

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.

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 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 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

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.

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.

Enjoy your iPod Ready video. [2:39]

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.

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...

First, to 'Subscribe' is $12 for 6 months. That is only $2/Month. Why would you want to subscribe? Exclusive content like Red vs Blue, early releases of regular content, and 12 chances to win the iPod Nano. But not only that, you get videos that are too large for me to post here. I have a maximum of 100 MB, which is filled most of the time with my regular content. However, if you subscribe, I can release larger videos, up to 100 MB.

So. Lets wrap this up. EXCLUSIVE subscriber only content, access to Red vs Blue earlier (soon to be exclusive to subscribers only!!), and an immediate 12 chances to win an iPod Nano. I will add features later as I decide.

Like what new features? Well, how about a newsletter? Or discounts on other products? Or...you decide. If you would like to see something, let me know and I will see what I can do. Also, once you subscribe, you will gain access to all Red vs Blue episodes 1-25. My plan is to release a new RvB every other day. Until, that is, I catch up to their current season.

Thank you watching iSwitch2Mac TV!

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.

Granted, I will throw in the occasional other video, just to spice things up a bit. (Also, RvB videos are long and larger than 30 second videos I post occasionally.)

I am thinking about doing another contest to reach 15000 unique downloads. Something like, once 15000 (unique) people have downloaded (at least) one file, the first person to respond to my blog post gets something.

Not quite sure if I would do something like that. Just something that I am pondering. Anyways, enjoy the iPod-Ready video. [5:31]

Um, anyways. Donut finally gets his own color armor. Can you guess what color? Red. Nope. That is what he was before. Orange? Try again. Already taken. Would you have guessed pink? You'd would have been right!

PINK! As in Barbies, girl things, PINK! (Or lightish, red...if you so desire...)

Video is iPod-Ready. [4:54]

I hope that you are all enjoying the new Radio feature.

Video is iPod-Ready. [0:29]

Until next time...ENJOY!

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

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.

Enjoy the iPod-Ready video. [4:34]

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.'

'That's because you're facing the rock...'

Great episode. Hil-frigging-larious. Thanks again to everybody who submitted work for the OiL Contest. Each of the prize winners have responded back to me and are enjoying their free music! Congratulations!

I apologize for not having posted for so long. Getting things ready for school to start. Exactly one week from today, and I will be sitting in my dorm room writing these.

I will try to keep things interesting by throwing in a few random videos here and there so as not to get burned out on RvB. Though they are really good!

Video is iPod-Ready. [6:03]

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!

Nice short video to get a quick break from RvB.

Video is iPod-Ready. [0:30]

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

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

Nothing like job security right? Well, if you make your auto mechanic mad, what's to prevent him (or her) from 'tweaking' things, just so they break down shortly thereafter?

Video is iPod-Ready. [4:11]

Also, I am thinking about doing a 'subscription' kind of thing, where people can subscribe to iSwitch2Mac for 6 months for $15. The subscribers would get 2 entries for every dollar donated (in this case, 30 chances) and receive subscriber only content (AT LEAST one additional show every month AND subscribers are automatically entered into other contests and drawings.

I haven't actually decided if I want to that yet. But I am just throwing out ideas to see if people would be more interested in donating that way, rather than a one time donation.

Leave me comments or email me at iswitch2mac@gmail.com if you would to see something like that. Or if you have other ideas about how I could raise donations. Basically, I am looking for user input at this point. Not much feedback from people. I have received some, but not as much as I would have hoped for.

Also, for subscribers, I might throw in other benefits. Not sure just how or if I should do something like that. Let me know what YOU guys would like and what a reasonable price should be. I am more than willing to negotiate ideas. The more the merrier!

That is today's update. Look for another video tomorrow!

The spirit of Church comes back to give the guys at Blue Base Outpost Alpha a warning. Don't let Tex, a freelancer, get involved. Sounds simple enough right? Well, with a leader like Tucker, and the babbling idiot rookie, even dressed in the morning is a task.

Watch this show and be amazed the special visual effects of a see-through ghost.

Video is iPod-Ready. [5:26]

I'm scared Dave. Will I dream? Dave...

Video is iPod-Ready. [3:13]

Also, don't forget that my contest for the 'Official iSwitch2Mac Logo' contest is still open. Any submission that meet the criteria are welcome.

Video is iPod-Ready. [3:19]

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 :(

Video is iPod-Ready. [3:28]

Also, tomorrow (Aug 2) I will be reformatting my computer. Don't worry, I have all my files backed up, but it might be awhile before I get to posting again. It is long overdue for it, so cross your fingers!

Video is iPod-Ready. [3:24]

-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*

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]

Video is iPod-Ready. [4:20]

Video is iPod-Ready. [3:12]

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.

Video is iPod-Ready. [3:48]

I have still only received one donation of one dollar as thus far. I have submitted my podcast to nearly every directory that I can think of. I feel as though people don't like the videos I put out. My stats tell me other wise. Please donate. I am only asking for one dollar, and by donating you are automatically entered into the drawing for an iPod Nano.

Also, don't forget that the contest for the 'Official iSwitch2Mac Logo Contest' is opening on August 1st. Winner of that contest will receive a $20 iTunes Gift Card. Click here for full details.

Video is iPod-Ready. [2:34]

Video is iPod-Ready. [3:34]

I would love to go see this movie!

Video is iPod-Ready. [0:27]

I even made my sister laugh with this ad. Of course, it was never released to be aired. But, it is still funny nonetheless.

PS. Make sure you use the bathroom BEFORE you watch this video. Just a warning.

iPod-Ready. [0:16]

Not only does he throw the apple, but a book and a TV among others. My favorite is his laugh when he begins watching the Three Stooges that is now revolving around his body!

Video is iPod-Ready. [0:46]

The "official" entry dates were originally set to be August 1st through August 14th. These dates were put in place, so as to let entrants know that they had "2 weeks" to begin submitting work. Though, work can be submitted sooner than that. I just assumed entrants would want some heads up. Some time to plan and create their artwork.

Anyways, that is my update for today. My one month anniversary is the 29th. I am hoping to get a few more donations before then...

Happy creating!

Video is longer than the more recent clips. But nonetheless, it is still very funny. I find myself laughing listening to the way Stewie's voice creeps higher and higher as he goes on about the book.

Enjoy the video. I know I did. Video is iPod-Ready. [2:06]

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!

Funny + Short + Family Guy + Macintosh = Hyena Hysterically HUGE Hilarious. (It's funny, you get the point...)

Video is iPod-Ready. [0:15]

Here are the official rules:

Contest Rules - Graphic:

1. Must be 13 or older to submit.
2. Must be in color.
3. Must be 300 pixels by 300 pixels in BMP, PNG, or JPEG format.
4. Must contain Win and Mac logo.
5. Must NOT contain any nudity, profanity, or vulgar words/images. 

Contest Rules - Contest

1. Open dates for submission are August 1^st to August 14^th.
2. Limit of three entries PER PERSON.
3. Graphic must meet above criteria.  

Contest Rules â Winner Notification

Winner will be contact via the e-mail address that was provided when graphic was submitted. Also, the winner's image will be posted on my website, along with honorable mentions. Winner will receive a $20 iTunes Music Gift Certificate.

All entries must be submitted to iswitch2mac@gmail.com with the subject "contest" (without the quotes). Entries submitted before or after specified dates will not be considered.

If you have questions, please leave a comment or e-mail me.

I also received my first comment! Yay! Thank you...very much! I was beginning to think that no one watched my vidcast. All comments are welcome.

Video is iPod Ready. [0:13]

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 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.

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...

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]

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]

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.

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.

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]

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]

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]

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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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.

Video is iPod-Ready. [3:51]

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.

Video is iPod-Ready. [3:17]

Video is iPod-Ready.

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

Video is iPod-Ready. 3:20