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I am currently a student studying Computing and Multimedia at university approaching my final year.

I have a blog which I have been using for over 2 years now since I discovered I enjoyed making blogs at college. As well as this I have recently starting making

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Computers & Technology > Computer Buying Tips Tips for buying a new laptop: 3 of 22
Buying a laptop is very much in the same process as buying a desktop computer. You still need to consider the specifications you want except with it being a smaller machine with added features that a desktop may not necessarily have as a built-in standard.Be wary though that a laptop isn't easily upgradable compared to a desk... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Independence & maturity: 1 of 4
As I approach my 24th Birthday next week it has come to my attention of how much adulthood does intertwine into your life automatically. Normally (or rather all of the time) you are told that either you should grow up or "you're too old for that!" Other than this I've noticed there are times when I would see something that wo... More..
Entertainment > TV Networks & Industry TV network reviews: E! Entertainment Television: 3 of 11
Well, I suppose E! is a network where it does stay true to its form. You kind of know what you are getting from a network like this, hence the title. I suppose one term that can come to mind is either 'tabloid TV' or possibly something better along the lines of 'gossip TV'.If you want to know what your favourite stars are up ... More..
Computers & Technology > Hardware (Other) Are personal computers becoming too personal?: 3 of 10
Personal computers are just that - designed for total customisation and individuality. They are probably the most detailed customised devices that has been around for a long time. The thought of what you can do to customise a PC is almost limitless. The fact that you can customise not just the software side but also the hardw... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Consoles & Accessories Tips for buying a video console as a gift: 5 of 13
This is a very controversial issue since every person has their own different tastes and it can become long winded. Like every other console war that has done the rounds for the years gone by this current generation we've recently transferred to is no different. No longer are we in the stable of playing games as we typically ... More..
Computers & Technology > Computers & Technology (Other) Getting started with computer scrapbooking: 3 of 7
Although I'm not massively familiar with computer scrapbooking itself, the principle seems fairly obvious. The main advantages of course is that you have more freedom over images you want to use, and more importantly, there is no paper to waste. You also have the advantage of storing images to limitless places as well as bein... More..
Computers & Technology > MP3 Players What to consider when buying a new MP3 player: 11 of 23
From a personal point of view, an MP3 player should be just that - an MP3 player. I understand it can be simple to add video features and what have you, and to be honest these are really useful when going on holiday or a long trip. Even with adding video files you will have to take into consideration they more than likely nee... More..
Computers & Technology > Consumer Electronics (Other) How to clean an LCD screen: 5 of 10
Cleaning an LCD screen should not require a complicated process as far as I'm concerned. More than anything some products that claim to get the best out of the cleaning process can become more of a hindrance than an advantage. To begin with don't always assume the most expensive cleaning product will be the most effective eit... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet (Other) How to shop online without paying shipping and handling charges: 4 of 8
There is really no other method to this process other than finding a site online that offers free postage. Luckily the majority of shopping websites from now on do offer free postage.Usually the reason behind this is due to where they are located. In the instance of free shipping within the UK, there are a few websites which ... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet (Other) Where to download movies legally: 1 of 2
In the UK the process of downloading films legally has not really been mentioned all that much unlike the coverage it can get in the US. Because of this, it can be increasingly difficult to know of any good places that can offer these services.One of the obvious places to begin with is iTunes ever since they introduced legal ... More..