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12.11.98 - GnomeNEWS

I'm sure every geek has attended those large "computer sale" events. You know, the ones which advertise: "Laptops as low as $5, Entire Computers as low as $15, Software for Pennies, etc.." It's like the geek's equivalent to a monster truck pull. Well, I went to my first "sale" the other day at the Iowa State Fairgrounds... and I wasn't impressed. Not one bit. In fact, I was very scared.

I knew not to get my hopes up about what I'd see. As if a $15 computer is going to be worth the energy to haul it out of there? As my dad and I strolled down the aisles, I didn't notice any "great" prices. 80% of it looked like junk. Some software (I'm sure) was bootlegged, the hardware looked about as solid as a candy bar in the middle of a hot summer day.

Speaking of candy bars... as I walked past a certain company's table, I noticed someone putting together a computer. Sounds normal, right? Well, he was eating a candy bar at the same time (without the wrapper, and without wiping his hands off before fooling around with the components). I wanted to ask: "Excuse me, but is that Snickers compatible with my Sound Card? I mean, I know Nougat version 1.2 had a lot of bug fixes, but still?"

Yes, the stuff was cheap... which is fine if you're trying to cut corners. But I can almost guarantee (to a certain degree) that you don't want to fiddle with "no-name" hardware. Remember driver support... that's important. When I asked another vendor about the driver support for a particular scanner, he answered: "Yes, you can drive it home today!" Perhaps he didn't understand the question. "Well, it has a diskette, too." Great. A diskette. That helps.

I'm not saying to avoid cheap stuff, but you're more likely to run into problem with components that are less expensive than... well, let's say, a candy bar? The next time one of these gigs comes into town, I think I'll stay home and watch TV.

-- Chris


GnomePROGRAM

IconShop v1.01 [40k] W9x/NT FREE

You're probably wondering why this particular program wasn't placed in the candy (media) section. Because it's a utility that no Windows enthusiast should be without. Yes, the name may sound cheesy, but since I like cheese--why not feature it? Besides, this program allows the Windows user to view and export Macintosh icons! There is NO OTHER product like this one available--I've looked high (and low). If you like Windows icons, and you're looking for better replacements, now you can check out ANY GIVEN Macintosh one on your PC. Of course, you'll need separate utilities (BinHex, StuffIt, etc.) to get the icons out of their compressed state. But once you've done that--you'll see why most Mac icons are much BETTER looking than PC ones.

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GnomeSYSTEM

Canopus Total3D 128V v2.00.05 [5.7M] W9x

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GnomeCANDY

Alternative Christmas MIDI

When was the last time you went caroling (if ever)? I think I must have been 12 years old (and in the boy scouts). It would have been nice to carry around a little tape recorder that had just the instrumental songs playing on it. Half of us were tone deaf, anyway. You're probably saying to yourself: "Oh great, more boring MIDI files." But this alternative collection has popular holiday songs that are slightly different--that is to say, they're done in a non-traditional musical style. While the collection isn't comprehensive, it has enough "quality files" for me to mention it in Lockergnome. You'll go crazy trying to find "the best" on your own--but that's why I'm here for ya.

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GnomeFAVORITE

Visual Basic Web Directory

Any Visual Basic programmers in the crowd? Before you ask: NO, I don't program. Perhaps one day when I've got more time to devote to extracurricular activities, I'll pick up a compiler. However, if you're (right now) wanting to learn how to program in Visual Basic, then bookmark this site. VB experts shouldn't feel left out either, as this site is perfect for any level of expertise. VB runtimes not required.

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GnomeDESKTOP

FONT: Iron Clad [110k]

When you think of metals, does iron spring to mind? I've always adored gold, but then again--who hasn't? Iron is tough, iron is strong. It used to be a darn good cologne (I hope I get some in my Christmas stocking). I think, if I were a turtle, I would not like iron to stand in my way of getting somewhere. If I were a rabbit, I wouldn't care one way or another.

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GnomeTIP

This is for Advanced users. Lockergnome Subscriber Brian Hall sent in this (possibly useful) tip: "Set up a RAM drive, create a Cache directory, then designate it as your Browser's cache location. The size you choose depends on the amount of available RAM on your computer, but about 6MB seems to be the maximum needed (but as little as 2MB works)." Basically, you're putting the disk cache into RAM--making your surfing move a little faster.