I'm working on another video conversion project; transferring VHS tapes to DVD. If you have any tapes that you would like to have converted let me know. I can convert. VHS, VHS-C, 8mm, and Hi8.
I can also convert cassette tapes to CD or mp3, record (33 and 45), and even reel-to-reel tapes to CD or mp3.
Let me know if I can help you.
Dudley Harris
dudley.m.harris@gmail.com
256.366.4201
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Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Monday, June 13, 2016
More Media Conversion
More Media Conversion.
I just helped preserve some precious memories that were on a VHS tape that had been damaged. I was able to salvage the video and get it transferred to DVD.
Also, I'm putting the wraps on a huge CD duplication project. I transferred about 40 cassette tapes to CD and made 5 duplicate sets. A long project but much appreciation from the customer. These one-of-a kind cassettes can now easily be shared, but more importantly, are on a much more stable media that the magnetic tape.
If you have any conversion needs let me know.
Dudley
256.366.4201
dudley.m.harris@gmail.com
I just helped preserve some precious memories that were on a VHS tape that had been damaged. I was able to salvage the video and get it transferred to DVD.
Also, I'm putting the wraps on a huge CD duplication project. I transferred about 40 cassette tapes to CD and made 5 duplicate sets. A long project but much appreciation from the customer. These one-of-a kind cassettes can now easily be shared, but more importantly, are on a much more stable media that the magnetic tape.
If you have any conversion needs let me know.
Dudley
256.366.4201
dudley.m.harris@gmail.com
Friday, May 27, 2016
Media Conversion
I just finished a major media conversion project. I copied about 40 cassette tapes to CD. These were priceless one-of-a-kind recordings and the customer was very happy to have them preserved. Also, they can now be shared with friends and family very easily.
If you need help converting any media please contact me. Prices are very reasonable and quality is guaranteed. Media formats include:
Cassette to CD
Hi8 or Super8 to DVD
VHS or VHS-C to DVD
I can also duplicate CDs or DVDs for you.
Let me know if I can help.
Dudley Harris
256.366.4201
dudley.m.harris@gmail.com
Thursday, May 12, 2016
Free (Almost) Software
Whether you have a Mac or PC you need software apps to be productive. The perennial favorite of most is Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). Unfortunately, this comes with a pretty nice price tag, depending on the level you purchase (Home, Student, Professional, etc.).
There are equivalent packages available for both Mac and PC that are basically free: OpenOffice for PC and NeoOffice for Mac. The document types are interchangeable so it makes sharing things very easy. The last time I upgraded NeoOffice I had to make a one-time "contribution" but it's worth it. Check them out to see if they will work for you.
If you need any help getting these downloaded and installed on your computer give me a call. I'd be glad to help.
Kurios Consulting
Dudley Harris
256.366.4201
dudley.m.harris@gmail.com
There are equivalent packages available for both Mac and PC that are basically free: OpenOffice for PC and NeoOffice for Mac. The document types are interchangeable so it makes sharing things very easy. The last time I upgraded NeoOffice I had to make a one-time "contribution" but it's worth it. Check them out to see if they will work for you.
If you need any help getting these downloaded and installed on your computer give me a call. I'd be glad to help.
Kurios Consulting
Dudley Harris
256.366.4201
dudley.m.harris@gmail.com
Thursday, April 21, 2016
Windows On a Mac
There are still a few applications that will not run on a Mac. If you are a Mac owner but need to run, for instance, Quick Books, you are not without hope. There are a couple of ways to run Windows on a Mac. The first is through BootCamp, which comes with the Apple OS. Another way, and my preference, is using VMWare.
With BootCamp you can run your computer as a Mac or Windows machine, but not both at the same time. With VMWare you can run Windows and still use your Mac without having to reboot each time you swap from one to the other.
I helped a client set this up on an iMac tonight. It is very quick and easy to do. If you have Windows applications that you need to run, but like Mac computers, give me a call and I'll get you set up.
Happy computing!
Dudley Harris
Kurios Consulting
256.366.4201
dudley.m.harris@gmail.com
With BootCamp you can run your computer as a Mac or Windows machine, but not both at the same time. With VMWare you can run Windows and still use your Mac without having to reboot each time you swap from one to the other.
I helped a client set this up on an iMac tonight. It is very quick and easy to do. If you have Windows applications that you need to run, but like Mac computers, give me a call and I'll get you set up.
Happy computing!
Dudley Harris
Kurios Consulting
256.366.4201
dudley.m.harris@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Security Issue with QuickTime for Windows
I received this from a friend today. Thought some of you might want to know about it.
Personally, I believe they are painting a worst-case-scenario, but nonetheless, the threat is real. You can read more HERE if you like.
The bottom line is this: Apple no longer supports QuickTime for Windows. Because of this, security vulnerabilities could develop over time that would allow uninvited access to your PC computers. Macs are not an issue because QuickTime, an Apple product, is still being supported on their own computers.
The resolution is simple. Uninstall QuickTime from your PC. There are many other PC alternatives to QuickTime. If you need any help with this feel free to contact me.
Until next time ... safe computing!
Dudley Harris
256.366.4201
dudley.m.harris@gmail.com
Personally, I believe they are painting a worst-case-scenario, but nonetheless, the threat is real. You can read more HERE if you like.
The bottom line is this: Apple no longer supports QuickTime for Windows. Because of this, security vulnerabilities could develop over time that would allow uninvited access to your PC computers. Macs are not an issue because QuickTime, an Apple product, is still being supported on their own computers.
The resolution is simple. Uninstall QuickTime from your PC. There are many other PC alternatives to QuickTime. If you need any help with this feel free to contact me.
Until next time ... safe computing!
Dudley Harris
256.366.4201
dudley.m.harris@gmail.com
Wednesday, March 30, 2016
How Much Memory Is Enough?
How Much Memory Is Enough?
Since the days of Windows XP and Mac Mountain Lion, operating systems have expanded at a nearly exponential pace. This is good in the sense of being more robust and feature-rich, but it has taken it's toll on many machines, forcing folks into upgrading before the usefulness of the machine had been maximized. That may be part of the plan, but I'll refrain from conspiracy theories at the moment.
Another factor in the need for more internal memory, or RAM, is moving from 32-bit to 64-bit processors. This was necessary to handle the ever-increasing storage capacity. It is common now to see 1 TB (terabyte - that's 1,000,000,000,000 bytes of data) disks as part of the standard configuration. We used to think 1 GB (gigabyte - that's 1,000,000,000 bytes of data) was huge.
At any rate, bigger has become better and the need for more internal memory is greater than ever. Unfortunately, to keep the "base system price" low, the computer manufacturers continue to load the "minimum requirement" of RAM on the systems they sell. This has settled in at about 4 GB. Unfortunately, this is really not even enough for the casual user. Because of the added stress of the larger operating systems and larger processors, I recommend a minimum of 8 GB.
My rule of thumb when asked the question, "How much is enough?", my reply is the same. "Buy as much as you can afford."
The one redeeming factor in this issue is RAM is relatively cheap. A 4 GB stick of RAM is around $20 - 30 for most machines. If you are not sure how much memory your computer has, there are several ways to find out. Because the method varies so greatly I won't try to tell you here. You can Google the method for your particular device, or you can go to www.crucial.com and use their tool to scan your system. It will tell you how much you have, and how much your machine can hold. If it is user-replaceable, it will even give you pricing on purchasing additional memory.
If you have any questions about this process, or if you would like assistance upgrading your computer, let me know. I'll be glad to help.
Dudley Harris
256.366.4201
dudley.m.harris@gmail.com
Since the days of Windows XP and Mac Mountain Lion, operating systems have expanded at a nearly exponential pace. This is good in the sense of being more robust and feature-rich, but it has taken it's toll on many machines, forcing folks into upgrading before the usefulness of the machine had been maximized. That may be part of the plan, but I'll refrain from conspiracy theories at the moment.
Another factor in the need for more internal memory, or RAM, is moving from 32-bit to 64-bit processors. This was necessary to handle the ever-increasing storage capacity. It is common now to see 1 TB (terabyte - that's 1,000,000,000,000 bytes of data) disks as part of the standard configuration. We used to think 1 GB (gigabyte - that's 1,000,000,000 bytes of data) was huge.
At any rate, bigger has become better and the need for more internal memory is greater than ever. Unfortunately, to keep the "base system price" low, the computer manufacturers continue to load the "minimum requirement" of RAM on the systems they sell. This has settled in at about 4 GB. Unfortunately, this is really not even enough for the casual user. Because of the added stress of the larger operating systems and larger processors, I recommend a minimum of 8 GB.
My rule of thumb when asked the question, "How much is enough?", my reply is the same. "Buy as much as you can afford."
The one redeeming factor in this issue is RAM is relatively cheap. A 4 GB stick of RAM is around $20 - 30 for most machines. If you are not sure how much memory your computer has, there are several ways to find out. Because the method varies so greatly I won't try to tell you here. You can Google the method for your particular device, or you can go to www.crucial.com and use their tool to scan your system. It will tell you how much you have, and how much your machine can hold. If it is user-replaceable, it will even give you pricing on purchasing additional memory.
If you have any questions about this process, or if you would like assistance upgrading your computer, let me know. I'll be glad to help.
Dudley Harris
256.366.4201
dudley.m.harris@gmail.com
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