If I've Ever Inspired You...

Thank you if you consider me a positive inspiration to do online media. There are people whom have said that my blogging and video-making has inspired some people to blog or make videos. I do almost anything to try to promote my material with class and professionalism. I am casually professional in my work, meaning that while I do try to make enjoyable content, I have an obligation to produce some sort of thoughtful reaction to my work. I have an obligation to express myself with professionalism. My online material is hope that you will enjoy my material. However, my work takes on greater significance and importance when I inspire people [in positive ways] to come along with their own material.

Recent Inspirations.

Friends, and even family, have seen me as an inspiration to take on videos or blogging. This is great for me because there aren't as many people who see me as positive inspiration or as some kind of model. It is rare that my work inspires others. It does feel great when someone sees your work with a level of importance as seeing you as an inspiration. You feel like your work has positively influenced someone in a special way.

Inspiring Others.

Some people became interested in blogging because of my blog posts. Some people became interested in making videos after watching my YouTube channel. People sometimes ask questions about my blogging and in blogging in general. Some ask about blogging, and some even ask about monetizing blogs. The most important thing to me is in getting a point across the best way I can.

The one thing I usually stress is that I am an independent- all of my work, both in blogging and videos, have been my work. Never have I made a video or a blog post with the help of someone else. It's not that I prefer to be alone in making videos, but I am the only one who knows how to push my material in a positive direction. Also, teamwork has always been a weakness of mine.

In Closing...

Thank you very much for seeing me as any inspiration for ANYTHING I've done- whether YouTube or my blogging. If I didn't care about providing content for you to share and enjoy, I wouldn't have gone to these lengths. I am proud when someone from some point in the world views my material. Even more so when someone becomes inspired and influenced positively with my work.

Just get some things straight- I'm not a success story. I am not fit to be any kind of role model or hero. I don't have any credentials to make myself even remotely admirable. All I do is specialize in about the only field where I feel I can best excel at- online media (especially blogging and YouTube). Also, there are people with much better content, much more trafficked websites and blogs, much bigger personalities, and much more outgoing people than me. So I am not any hero or superstar. But as you would probably tell me... I don't need to be a superstar or hero to win your respect and your inspiration- I just have to be me. It isn't like I give motivational speeches at various functions. It isn't like I'm constantly being featured on television and radio being interviewed. I am honestly a guy who basically has a work-at-home deal, virtually living off of blogging and YouTube videos. But again- I don't need to be a superstar or any super-successful figure. Being myself is just fine. Success and status comes over time and with time and effort.




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Car Style - The Toyota 2000GT

Imagine a Japanese car so beautiful you swore it is European. Until you realize... it's ENTIRELY Japanese. This car was the work of both Toyota and Yamaha. It was unveiled to the world in 1965 with production ranging between 1967 to 1970. This car would be the ancestor of two future Toyotas- the Celica and the Supra. While not many were made, those who were able to see this car would appreciate how much of a beauty this car is. In fact, I saw this in Gran Turismo 2, then in real life at the 2005 Houston Auto Show. This is surely a car that is in the running for "Most Beautiful Japanese Car Ever Made," and it would be in close contention with another of my all-time favorite cars- the Datsun 240Z.





--- Car Style: The Toyota 2000GT ---
I have a picture that I've taken five years ago, but it's not all that good. So I've found this one below. Meet this Japanese beauty here:

^ from: oldtimergala.de - the Toyota 2000GT.

Toyota shown that they can make a car as beautiful and as capable as any European sports car of its day. This is a coupe with a serious fastback design. It has serious cues of Jaguar in its design. Almost as if Toyota and Yamaha were making their own Jaguar killer. Two convertible versions were made for this car, but only for the James Bond movie, "You Only Live Twice."

Exterior.

Two big auxiliary lights in chrome-lined glass encasings are up front along with the chrome-lined grills. Some more chrome is on the sides of the front bumper, and they are met with the signal lights. Up top up front are the retractable headlights. The front hood/bonnet bears the 2.0-liter Inline-6 engine pumping out 150 hp. What I love most about its design up front is just how beautifully everything flows. This car just looks like it was meant to be driven at the limit and run like the wind.

Jaguar would seriously envy the sides of this car. The sporty elegance of this car extends to the sides with little compromise in style. The car has a serious fastback design. The doors seriously look like wings on a plane when both doors are opened. They give the impression that this car can seriously fly. I personally always wondered what those doors on the sides under the side-view mirrors are for. Well, those are the battery compartments for the 2000GT. In "Tokyo Xtreme Racer 3," I put a driver number on those compartments because they look like where you should place your driver number for a race car. But... those doors on the side under the mirrors are where the batteries are placed. I say "batteries," but I think the one that houses the car's battery is the door on the left-hand side.

Completing its appeal is the rear. The only thing even close to a rear bumper are the two chromed pieces that sandwich the license plate. The two chrome-lined taillight clusters house a brake light and a signal light. You don't get much anything in rear protection. Even the Jaguar XKE had a rear chrome bumper that provided even SOME protection. The rear windshield and just the rear in general does a beautiful job in completing this car's appearance cutting through the wind at speed.

Interior.

The interior of the Toyota 2000GT is everything you'd expect... in a car of its time. The dashboard has lots of wood trim. A big steering wheel with wooden detail is very sporty, even for a car like this. Most of the dashboard from the driver's side and the center console are all in wood with plenty of chrome accents abound. Even the seats are sporty for a car of its time. Don't expect any modern creature comforts- just old-style GT car beauty. This is a two-door car, so don't worry about putting in other people. Also of chrome are the door handles and window cranks. I'd be careful trying to roll those down on a very hot day, though...





All in all, Toyota and Yamaha have collaborated to create of the most beautiful cars ever made. It was a Japanese car that could rival anything European in its day. Maybe it couldn't hold a candle to a GT Ferrari of its day, but it was certainly a car that shown that Japan can build cars just as special in concept and form as almost any European GT coupe. Considering this car is the ancestor to the Celica and Supra, the 2000GT has extra incentive as being one of the best cars ever made. I may even say this is one of the most influential Japanese cars as well. I know I've made parallels to the Jaguar XKE, but this was purely a classic in its own right. 2000GTs have even been in racing, such as the 2000GTs that raced in SCCA competition back in the day. The Toyota 2000GT is a European-looking car, but is pretty much 100% Japanese through and through.

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Upgrading RAM

Last month, I performed my first-ever RAM upgrade. I bought a 1 GB RAM module for my PC based on what I've read when visiting a few different websites. You can't just go out and purchase a RAM module without knowing exactly what you need, though. Purchasing the wrong RAM module will just mean a waste of money. You may even have to return the RAM module (sometimes with a re-stocking fee).

An example of where you can find out how much RAM you can install is if you visit the website of a RAM module maker. Almost any computer or laptop made within the past 5 to (maybe) 15 years can be found at a site like crucial.com. Let me talk you through my own adventure in RAM upgrading.



(hover over the image to get some extra advice)

^ from: easy-computer-tech.com - a RAM module.

My Upgrading Story.

I had to check out my computer's specifications. I have an HP Pavillion a1213w. I visited crucial.com to get a good idea as to what kind of module I should buy. My PC supposedly has 512 MB RAM. However, when I checked out how much RAM I was really using, the display said that I have only 381 MB of RAM. I visited crucial.com (but you can visit any reputable RAM module maker's website to see what you need) to see how much RAM I can upgrade to. There is an exact science of knowing what you need and how much you need. My PC came stock with a 512 MB RAM module. I read information about my PC's specifications. There are basically two RAM slots to my PC, and one was empty... until I visited an Office Max (or Office Depot?). Crucial had recommendations to max out my PC's memory. It stated that each slot can carry a RAM module with a maximum of 1 GB. I also checked to see if there were any other things I needed to know, like if I needed to buy identical pairs, does my PC support dual-memory? Purchasing the 1 GB RAM module cost me about $82 USD.

Installing the Module.

Ready to take on a new task, I went ahead and opened the tray to dig inside my PC. I saw the available port to install RAM to. I had to unclamp the area where the available bay was. I then went ahead to slot in the RAM module I had just bought. It didn't clamp down all the way. So then, I had to push down on the edges a bit more just to get the RAM module to finally connect. I also had to make sure not to push it down too far to where I'd break it. The RAM module eventually snapped into place. I went ahead and put the cover back on the PC. The next thing I did was enter the PC's setup to make sure the RAM module installation was successful and compliant. It was. In fact, I noted that the ram was boosted from 381 MB RAM to 1.37 GB RAM. If I could I'd purchase a second Crucial 1 GB RAM module to replace the 512 MB RAM module to boost my PC to the 2,048 MB RAM maximum.

How Much of a Difference Does More RAM Make?

The differences can't be felt in broadband connections, but programs run faster and smoother. More RAM on board means you can complete more of your tasks more efficiently than with your current setup. It takes anywhere from half an hour to almost an hour for my PC to start up and run smoothly with my previous setup. But after I installed that 1 GB RAM module for my PC, it takes about five to fifteen minutes to have my PC start up completely each day.

Upgrading RAM opens the possibility of adding new programs and games to your PC and be able to run them efficiently. That's why when I installed this RAM module, I wanted to buy some fairly recent games for my PC. One of them being RACE 07 from SimBin. I may even want to get a few more games within specification. For most of my existing games, they run much smoother on just a simple RAM upgrade. rFactor has never looked and played better on my PC.

RAM Recommendations and Considerations.

I want you to be able to find the RAM upgrade you're looking for. If you are unsure as to what you need, here are some recommendations:

* Consult your PC's specifications. It's best to visit your PC's home page to find out what RAM options are recommended.

* It is best you go with quality companies like Crucial, Kingston, or even modules supplemented from your PC's maker. At least, since I own an HP computer, there are modules for HP computers.

* Visit the website of a RAM module maker. I recommend Crucial's website. Do not necessarily get your module from Crucial, but get an idea as to what kind of module you will need for your PC. I chose Crucial's website because it details a lot of elements to help you pick the RAM module you'll need to buy including what's the best module (if available by Crucial in this case) available to max out your PC's memory.

* Take notes of what advice is offered to you. Write down everything from the basic specifications of your PC or laptop to a brief synopsis of what is needed for your PC. These are the important aspects to take note of:

• Graphics support
• Maximum Memory
• Slots
• Standard Memory
• USB Support
• Package (how many more pins and what kind of memory module you have)
• Feature (integrated circuit class and the speed of the module)
• (any other information supplemented on your PC's/laptop's memory)
  

Make sure not to purchase a RAM module that isn't the same speed as what is recommended for your PC. Also, be sure to get answers to questions on the following (these topics are from the crucial.com description):

1. Will my system recognize the maximum upgrade?
2. What memory goes into my computer, and will a faster speed be backward-compatible?
3. How much memory can my computer handle?
4. Do I have to install matching pairs?
5. Does my computer support dual-channel memory?
6. Does my computer support ECC memory?

Some of these other questions help you to think of other considerations as you prepare to make your RAM upgrade(s). The questions all come from when I looked on Crucial's homepage. It tells you everything you need to know and consider when shopping for RAM modules for your PC or laptop. Take note of all of these things. If need be, write them on a piece of paper or print out the information. Then when you go shopping, take that piece of paper with you for reference to help you shop for that RAM module you're looking for.

DON'T spend money on ANY RAM module until you know EXACTLY what kind of module you'll need and what your PC/laptop can handle!

* Once you have the information you need and when you're ready to purchase a RAM module... go shopping!





I hope this helps you in trying to establish what RAM upgrades you will need for your PC or laptop. When you know what RAM module you need, feel free to go shopping. The RAM module you're looking for MAY be on Amazon. So please be sure to use this widget to shop for the kind of RAM module you're looking for:

You can change up the search text to include a brand of module, a certain speed of a RAM module, a certain capacity of a RAM module, or things like that.




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