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My full name is Carole Anne Franco, aka Carolanne, aka Caren. I grew up in France from a Portuguese family, only to leave in my pre-teen years and settle in America. I am a 19 year old Math & Computer Science double major in my sophomore year of college.

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Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Downloadable game review: Fishco, by Fugazo, Inc.: 10 of 20
There is nothing really special about Fish co in any way. This is yet another regurgitation of a pet game. You feed, breed, take care of the sick, make fish happy with homey decorations, clean the aquarium, and make sure the omnivore fish don't end up eating the smaller fish by placing them in separate tanks. Been there, don... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Games (Other) Why Final Fantasy 3 for the NES was never released for North America: 1 of 2
Many people know that the "Final Fantasy III" released for the SNES was actually Final Fantasy VI renamed. Using the japanese number system, neither Final Fantasy II, Final Fantasy III, nor Final Fantasy V were released within their console generation in the United States. Final Fantasy III's lack of US version made sense: B... More..
Health & Fitness > Alcoholism Stomach and intestinal problems from alcohol abuse: 1 of 2
When it comes to alcohol, many people have a hard time learning their limits. Sometimes it takes physical problems for a person to realize that enough is enough. After all, great damage can come to your stomach and intestines from alcohol and this should not be taken lightly. Why does alcohol cause problems? Unlike most drin... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Consoles & Accessories A guide to the best portable video games: 1 of 1
Being able to play anywhere is really the perk of mobile gaming. You can play while waiting for the bus, for a dentist appointment, for a commercial to be over, while someone else is using the consoles, when you're supposed to be asleep, etc But what's a handheld without great games? Here's a list of great games for the DS a... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Video game reviews: Warriors of the Lost Empire (PSP): 1 of 1
When I first got this game, I only had a handful of PSP titles. The way I figured it, any game would be better than nothing. Then I started playing, and I realized just how wrong I was. Gameplay Overview: The game starts with a choice of 4 warriors, and you're allowed to change the color of their clothes. All of the characte... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Video game reviews: Meteos (Nintendo DS): 1 of 1
Fans of action puzzles may not be too keen about purchasing a game, since there are many free alternatives online, but Meteos makes itself worthy of being bought. Storyline: An evil planet called Meteos is sending out destructive blocks all over the galaxy. By pairing up 3 same-colored blocks, you can stop them from destroyi... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Consoles & Accessories How to repair PS3 power supply fuses: 1 of 1
First off I would remind you that it is best not to repair it yourself. If you're under warranty, home repairs might void it. Warranties could get you free repairs or even a new console. If you're not under warranty, call Sony and ask how much it would cost for them to fix it. It'll probably be around 150 dollars, but at lea... More..
Computers & Technology > Hacking How to protect your E-Gold account from hackers: 1 of 1
Egold is a way of transferring money digitally and has grown in popularity over the past years. Various Work At Home websites use E-gold as a form of currency, and some stores will even accept it. When such importance is put on a web service, it is important to know how to protect yourself. Here is a list of tips to ensure y... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Culture & Community Do Ubisoft's range of "Imagine" games for the DS belittle girl gamers?: 1 of 1
Many gamers, especially girl gamers, feel insulted by Ubisoft's "Imagine" titles. These are games aimed specially for little girls and usually involve fashion, fitness, pets, and other "girl" things. However many years ago the idea of a game especially for girl gamers was nonexistent. Games used to be made specifically for a... More..
Hobbies & Games > Hobbies & Games (Other) Best websites for games: 13 of 25

FlashFlashRevolution.com has a great fanbase due to its array of free online games. These are: 1.Flash Flash Revolution 2.FFR R2 3.FFR Resonance 4.Spin it Up! 5.MeTrivia Now, these may not be that many games however there is one that stands out: Flash Flash Revolution If the name reminds you of Dance Dance Revolution, it sho... More..