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What Has Happened to Audio?
5 hours ago by marc klink @ talkinghometheaters.com
Part of the answer to that question is readily apparent to anyone who is reading this column on a regular basis. The population has become enamored of the ‘total experience’ of the home theater. Home theaters are great, but few remember that the...
And We’re Back!
07/02/2008 by JM @ homecomputertalk.com
Hi everyone!Phew! We are back in action (as you can see). Did you miss me? I missed you!Group hug!Too much? Okay. I’ll behave.I am very glad to be back in action and posting here on site. I apologize for all the down time, but as happens with...
Sometimes Old Is New (to You)
07/01/2008 by marc klink @ talkinghometheaters.com
While looking for something else, I came upon an older article about a copy of a well respected subwoofer by Hsu Research. The project is very straightforward, using sound building techniques, and has clearly copied all the right parts in the right...
Technical Difficulties
07/01/2008 by JM @ homecomputertalk.com
Hello everyone.As you likely already know, many of the sites on the 451press network are down and have been down for some time (what seems like forever!).I would like to apologize on behalf of 451press for the technical difficulties we have been...
ATi Brings Back A Winner
06/27/2008 by marc klink @ talkinghometheaters.com
For the last couple of years, there has been a huge hole in the video card market. It was 2006 when the last ATi All-in-Wonder was produced, and nVidia had discontinued their similar offering before that. With the huge increase of Home Theater PCs...
The Search for Truth… (continued)
06/27/2008 by JM @ homecomputertalk.com
On the other side are aligned a much smaller number of scientists, some dedicated amateurs, very little money (the grants get taken away as soon as it’s clear the research is leading away from AGW) and a lot of measurements that get...
Introduction to Forums – A Warning
06/24/2008 by JM @ homecomputertalk.com
While getting on to a forum and posting (especially for the first time) can be a lot of fun and exhilarating, there is a sobering note that comes along with joining forums (and with communicating with anyone you don’t know on the internet).While a...
Home Theater On The Cheap Rides Again
06/23/2008 by marc klink @ talkinghometheaters.com
Now and then, a choice comes up which makes sense right away, yet allows expansion capability and growth potential. It is not often that a Home Theater in a Box will be acceptable to any serious audio-video person. Onkyo is a maker of decent quality...
The Search for Truth…
06/23/2008 by JM @ homecomputertalk.com
In Using the Net and Finding the Truth I used the search for information about Anthropogenetic Global Warming (AGW – Human-caused Global Warming) to talk about Internet use. Here is an example of how use of the Internet can undo the media-driven...
From Time Window to Time Portal
06/21/2008 by marc klink @ talkinghometheaters.com
DCM Time Windows were one of the speakers that defined the ‘cheapskate’ high end of the late ‘70s. Looking at the speaker was anything but awe inspiring. It was a small two-way tower, with drivers that were nothing to write home about. It was...
Introducing Mr. JM
06/21/2008 by JM @ homecomputertalk.com
I pretty much grew up with computers as part of my life. I had them at school and used typing, games, etc programs. I remember using dot matrix printers and planning the most basic version of Lemmings. I was introduced to the internet when I was...
HTPC Audio To Die For
06/20/2008 by marc klink @ talkinghometheaters.com
Auzentech, makers of a full line of quality sound cards, and mentioned in this column as a great choice for Home Theater PC sound, has produced another sure winner for those who eschew onboard sound for higher quality. though the pics of the X-Fi...
Bond Fans, A Time to Rejoice
06/20/2008 by marc klink @ talkinghometheaters.com
A big day for all fans of the Ian Fleming secret agent, James Bond, came when the decision to make all of the exploits of the world’s most famous spy available on Blu-ray disc. get the home theater ready, popcorn, peanuts, caviar, and martinis,...
Samsung To Begin Blu-ray Drive Production for PCs
06/20/2008 by marc klink @ talkinghometheaters.com
Samsung has recently announced that it will begin the mass production of the Blu-ray read-write drive in the 5.25” form factor, used by personal computers. Previously Samsung had been involved in a joint effort with Toshiba to produce HD DVD...
New Ideas For A Media Server (or HTPC)
06/19/2008 by marc klink @ talkinghometheaters.com
When looking to build something, whether it’s a computer or an engine, a desk or a chair, metal, electrical, or wood, I find it very helpful to look at the work of someone else. I don’t do this to copy their work, as I find something that I...
Introduction to Forums – Forum Personalities
06/18/2008 by JM @ homecomputertalk.com
While forums come in many shapes and sizes on a variety of subjects, almost all forums have a few things in common. One big thing is the forum personalities who take part in the forums. You’ll often hear members call other members things like...
nVidia’s 200 Series
06/16/2008 by marc klink @ talkinghometheaters.com
The company of the eery green glow has produced another amazing series of GPUs, with stupendous performance, provided your wallet or plastic can handle it. It does seem as though AMD simply cannot catch a break of any kind these days, as from one...
Introduction to Forums – Choosing a Username
06/16/2008 by JM @ homecomputertalk.com
The more members a forum has, the more likely it is that someone is going to have your username. But if you are ‘always’ a certain username but that name is taken on the forum, don’t worry. You can think of another one.However, there are a few...
Wow! It’s Been Some Time…
06/15/2008 by marc klink @ talkinghometheaters.com
Since the highlight has been on some deals. After looking around, it appears that the gas prices have caused a bunch of things used at home to be on sale – people seem to be spending more time there. To be truthful, I’m sure part of this has...
Introduction to Forums – Saying Hello
06/14/2008 by JM @ homecomputertalk.com
You have the computer, you have the internet, and now you want to start talking to people. Right? You have heard all about how the internet connects people from across the world, so why not get connecting?Internet forums are a great way to talk to...
Say Hello to Technology
06/12/2008 by JM @ homecomputertalk.com
Occasionally Mr. JM and I will wander down to the local pub and have a couple of drinks. We go there mainly to say hello to our friend Cyril, who is at the pub every day but Sunday and days he has family commitments. Cyril is always good for a laugh...
Please Don’t Stop the Music
06/10/2008 by JM @ homecomputertalk.com
If you are anything like me, one of the big uses of your home computer is storing all your music. I currently have 892 songs in iTunes and that is likely to only grow.Ever since I started working with computers, I have resisted Windows Media Player....
WWDC 2008 Keynote Predictions
06/09/2008 by Kristian Freeman @ applereporter.com
The 2008 WWDC Keynote begins in about 15 minutes, and the internet is abuzz with predictions for what Apple is planning. Here are some of my predictions for what we will see at this year's WWDC 2008 Keynote.3G iPhone: Duh. While the first generation...
Computer Use and Weight Loss
06/09/2008 by JM @ homecomputertalk.com
As you may know, I also write for the site Finally Getting Fit (among others) here on the 451Press network. On Finally Getting Fit, I talk about my weight loss journey and trying to make a healthier life for myself.I have been overweight most of my...