Reviews by rlewi17

rlewi17 says "Keeps all my pc's backed up and lets me access them everywhere" about Windows Home Server Windows Home Server Power Pack 2

rlewi17 — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:28:47 GMT

Losing files is one of the hardest things to do. The Windows Home Server operating system let’s you automatically backup pc’s on your network as well as monitor the health of the pc’s too. My personal favorite function of the operating system is it allows access your files anywhere you can getonline in the world. I know my fiancées favorite feature of the operating system is that it allows her to watch videos, listen to music, and look at Photos on anypc or media center in our home. All in all the Windows Home Server operating system brought fresh life to a old pc we had laying around our house. What better way to recycle a old PC right??? all i did was slipped an extra hard drive into computer, then installed the OS do a littler setting configuration and then configured the connected pc’s and off it went running. I would recommend this operating system if your looking to for a backup solution for your home network with more then one PC or to stream your home videos, movies,...

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rlewi17 says "Easy to use for first time grill users" about Kenmore 2 Burner Gas Grill w/ Sideburner

rlewi17 — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:26:34 GMT

I’m very happy with my purchase of the Kenmore 2 Burner Gas Grill. My Fiancée and I bought one back in June and we haven’t had any problem expect for running...

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rlewi17 says "A good inexpensive drill" about Craftsman C3 19.2 volt DieHard Cordless Drill/Driver

rlewi17 — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 18:54:57 GMT

I picked the 19.2 Volt Drill last month when I lost my charger for my old craftsman drill. I was quite impressed with the amount of power capable of and the flexibility on my projects around the house compared to my old one which was a 9.6 volt craftsman drill. but i removed that handle thing on the side of the drill because it got in the way. I’m a big fan of craftsman tools and this my second craftsmen brand drill I’ve owned. The first one I got back in high school and actually still works i just can't seem to fine that darn charger anywhere and it's was cheaper to buy a new then to buy a new drill charger.Also I'm pretty sure this won’t be my last craftsmen tool I buy.

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rlewi17 says "Good fast mexican food" about Moe's Southwest Grill - Hoffman Estates, IL

rlewi17 — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 19:40:32 GMT

Moe’s Southwest Grill has great food, I tried this restaurant one day after listening to coworkers rave about it. The price of food is cheap, it’s fresh, and the employees are nice. The restaurant has a I guess what could say modern southwest look to it. Also you can order a beer with your order if you like. What separates them from other fast food Mexican restaurants in the area in my opinion is the rice. Theirs seems to be more seasoned then other restaurants. If you’ve never been you should absolutely stop by and try it....

rlewi17 says "Quick and easy to use" about TaxAct Online Tax Program

rlewi17 — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 04:37:19 GMT

I use the Online version of the Taxact software. I'm not sure if there is a difference between the online version and the one you download to your PC. But I have to say it's still a great piece of software. If you've got a W2 only to file then you'll be done in less then 15 minutes which is what I've done for the past four years. But a word of advice if you pay the service instead of having them deduct there fee from your return you'll get it back two weeks earlier. Also if you end up getting on of the government stimulates checks in the future, it will be delayed if you have Taxact deduct their fee from your refund. The website is so simple to use that even my mom uses it for her taxes. All in all it's a great site use for your those you with simple tax returns.
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rlewi17 says "Classifieds 4 a different generation " about Craigslist

rlewi17 — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 03:58:46 GMT

Craigslist is great free alternative to classifieds and to ebay. As a seller you have direct access to people who are interested in what your selling and as a customer you have direct access to the sellers. Prices can sometime be negotiated but only if your good at that kind of thing or familiar with the product. I use Craigslist quiet often to find tickets to sporting events the day of or the day before an event. Craigslist has tons of sections to the site, if you can think of it there is a section for it. If you've never visited the site you should check it out. Hop on the site and see what it's all about. It's free so what are you waiting for???
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rlewi17 says "It's like a 2nd DVR" about hulu.com

rlewi17 — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 03:32:36 GMT

Hulu is a great service, the price is right and the content can't be beat. Comedy Central, NBC, FOX they all recognize the power of Internet TV as a new form of broadcasting. If you miss a show Hulu is a great service catch it on. But just a heads up not all TV shows are not available on Hulu. But not to worry there's enough content to suit anyone's needs. It's totally not stealing too, cause there are two 30 sec commercials for every half hour show. Hulu doesn't just stop at TV shows they've recently added tons of great movies to their lineup. If you haven't tried it what are you waiting for? It's free.

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rlewi17 says "it has it's purpose" about Twitter

rlewi17 — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 20:45:47 GMT

Just like every other social networking site Twitter has it's purpose. I use twitter to communicate with my friends from all around the world as to what I'm doing right then or what I'm thinking about. They en turn use the service for the same purpose. What makes twitter different from others services are to key parts first the length of massages are only allowed to be 140 characters and second how you interact with Twitter. Twitter allows for it's users to interact with the site various different ways such as via text messages, a website, or desktop applications. basically if you can dream of a way to post to twitter you can pretty much do it....

rlewi17 says "Quick Easy 1000 Points" about EA Sports - Madden 08

rlewi17 — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 20:18:10 GMT

This year for Christmas one of the game i got was Madden 2008 for Xbox 360. This version differs from past year additions be changing the Point challenges on the Xbox 360 gamer cards. It's a really easy game to beat in a weekend or two with little or no difficulty. Great game if you looking for a real quick 1000 points. ...

rlewi17 says "A different experience each time" about Sears Essential - Palatine, IL

rlewi17 — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:47:06 GMT

This store seems to be be hit or miss. Since this is my closes store i do visit it alot. Sometimes the sells people are helpfully and then other times they seem angry with me for asking where something was. Another time an associate told me that i may want to go down the road to Target instead to locate a product. But that happens every now and then i guess. Thank god for the always friendly cashiers though, once one actually left her register to help me find something in the mens department. After asking me if i was able to find everything ok and me saying no. She took the extra time to help me go back and look again and locate the item....

rlewi17 says "A Good Dining Environment" about Pete Miller's - Schaumburg, IL

rlewi17 — Thu, 22 May 2008 22:44:46 GMT

Pete Miller's a great restaurant that just opened in Schaumburg. I had dinner there the other night with my girl friend and mom. It was a nice environment, unfortunately we got there a little early and missed the music but i hear it's pretty good too. I would recommend the the Hamburger if that's your sort of thing. It was out of this world !!!! but they also have really good seafood and steaks. The wine selection is outstanding and the bar menu is good. I'm planning on going back there next week to try the steak and check out the music. I would recommend you check out this place if your in the Schaumburg area....

rlewi17 says "Something different" about Ubuntu 7.10 Gutsy Gibbon

rlewi17 — Thu, 22 May 2008 22:28:18 GMT

I was a little curious as to what thisUbuntu stuff was all about. for the last 10 years off and on i've used some kinda of Linux version. Mandrake, Suse, Fedora I've tried them all. I finally found one that i like. Its simple enough for my mom to use to check her email, burn a cd, and much more. Yet it's tech appealing enough for me to use everyday with out getting bored and wanting to blow my brain's out. A few weeks back i made the big jump into the deep end and migrated all my home PC's and how server to Linux. My laptop and desk are both now running ubuntu and my home server is running fedora. I've nothing but good things. They all backup automatically and update security issues with out any issues. The part is IT'S FREE oh last the strangest thing happened a new version of Ubuntu came and my computer asked me i wanted to upgrade for free. Wow what a concept a free upgrade to a new operating system version....

rlewi17 says "~Meh~" about Nike sneakers

rlewi17 — Thu, 22 May 2008 20:33:05 GMT

When i was i high school, which was not to long ago i use to buy Nike's cause they were comfortable and cool. What i didn't realize was long a pair would last me. I still have a pair of Nike from 1998 that i love. Last year i bought a pair of those new all the rage Nike Shox i love they way they feel. Sometime i find myself singing " I'm walking on sun shine" no really I'm weird like that. But anyway it's only been a year but they seem to be falling apart already. Have the quality of gym shoes decreased that much? around the same time i bought a pair of dress shoes and that i wear i would guess and say 200 + days between last year and this year and there still holding up just fine....

rlewi17 says "8.99 for everything---what more can i say" about Steve and Barry's - Port Washington, NY

rlewi17 — Thu, 22 May 2008 20:03:42 GMT

If your looking for a really good price, your a normal size person and If you don't mind really poor quality of clothes. Steve and Berry is right for you, I'm trying to down the store as avid shopper i find myself in their stores a lot of the time when in a rush for pants and shirts, and now shoes. No really i have at least 8 of the same pants because it's cheaper to buy new ones then it is for me to go home and do laundry. Associates in the store our friend i can't figure out what it is but they are just that way. Kind of hard to find but meh whatever....

rlewi17 says "Easy enough for your grandma to use" about TiVo - Digital Video Recorder

rlewi17 — Thu, 22 May 2008 19:47:47 GMT

The TIVO is a simple device. I bought mine from Sears three years ago. Two hours before the super bowl and had it setup and running be for kick off. over the last few years my TIVO series 2 had evolved from a recording and playback device to a vital part of my home entertainment center. Connected through my home network via the usb expansion port I'm able to download new movies releases from amazon.com, along with music and pictures from home computer....