Monthly Archives: March 2007

Backup on the go

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For most people who have a personal computer — desktop or laptop — don’t necessarily backup their files. And with security very much high on the agenda of every technology subject, it is quite important that this should not be overlooked. However, for most of us, we wouldn’t even know where to begin or don’t have the time to look through the different options for backup. Sure, you can buy an external disk drive, which comes cheaper and cheaper nowadays, but you still have to remember to launch your backup and make it a routine effort.

Data Deposit Box provides a subscription service where you can configure the backup your files once and then forget all about it as it will make backups automatically when you are online and your files change. Aimed for businesses and individuals alike, Data Deposit Box offer online data backup, secure and reliable, for an unlimited number of users and computers starting from US$2 per GB per month. It does seem a bit pricey as external hard drives are ever so going down in price. But as in real estate, online data space has become a prime commodity especially when it is accessible anywhere and anytime. I suppose the premium is on the fact that you don’t need to remember to initiate the backup yourself. It will do it for you while you are online and when your files change.

It does sound like a very good proposition. If you want to check it out, they offer a 14-day trial.

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Git called

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This morning, I got a call from the git. He said that my deposit cheque will be at my forwarding address by Monday. This was in response of the threatening letter I sent — as drafted so kindly by a lawyer friend of mine. Shame that it needed to come to that.

I’m holding my breath till Monday then.

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Chance to write history

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Have you ever wondered who said that the 7 wonders of the world should be the 7 wonders of the world? Do you even know what the 7 wonders of the world are? C’mon, Jeopardy time.

Okay, okay, I’ll let you off this time. The 7 wonders of the world are:

Great Pyramid of Giza
Hanging Gardens of Babylon
Temple of Artemis at Ephesus
Status of Zeus at Olympia
Mausoleum of Maussollos at Halicarnassus
Colossus of Rhodes
Lighthouse of Alexandria

Now, these 7 wonders are also referred to as the 7 wonders of the ancient world. There are also the 7 wonders of the Medieval World, Natural World and still another 7 for the Modern World.

It has been a great wish list of travel destinations to many people including myself. Among these lists, I could say that:

1. I haven’t seen any of the 7 wonders of the ancient world.
2. Only been to Stonehenge, among those in the wonders of the medieval world.
3. For the natural wonders, I have been to the Grand Canyons.
4. Among the modern wonders, I’m ticking the boxes beside the Empire State and the Channel Tunnel.
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Manchester – London on Cathay

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I was on my way home on the train when I received a text message from a good friend back in Baguio (Philippines).

… musta ka na? [how are you?] wru? pls tk xtra care. jst hd nytmare u wr aboard a crushing cathay pacific plane bound manchester frm london. bgat chest ko. [my chest felt heavy.] pls reply.

Hmm, didn’t know Cathay runs domestic UK routes!

But kidding aside, what can you say in reply to that message?

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Inconsiderate git

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Be forewarned: I am going to rant in this post.

Wikipedia describes git as a term to…

…denote a silly, stupid, annoying or childish person. It is usually an insult, more severe than twit but less severe than prat.

Silly is the situation because it has been more than 10 days now and I still haven’t received the refund of my security deposit for the rental of the flat.

Stupid is the person who represents the ‘landlord’ and most of the people working at the letting agency.

Annoying because I’ve already been ‘stood up’ twice by the landlord. We agreed to meet first on Tuesday night at the flat to ‘close’ my file and they could finally give me my deposit back! Tuesday afternoon, I rang to check if they have obtain a set of keys from the letting agency (as that is where I surrendered them keys) and was told that they haven’t. So, another appointment set for Wednesday night, same time – 7PM. I didn’t bother calling before I headed off to my old flat. Got there a little early so I hung around the main door armed with plenty su doku as I waited. 7.15PM… no sign of the landlord. So I eventually called and told that he won’t be coming either. I feel like my head was about to explode then.

Childish was the initial reaction of the landlord when I asked him about the refund of the deposit. He said that I should have told him I was moving out. Huh? Run that by me again? Me, tell you when it was your agency that kicked me out? He said I should have known better. Boo-hoo.

So, where does that leave me?

Still no money back. That means if I decide to rent again, I won’t have the cash to make any deposit. A temper just waiting to steam out. And a ranting post.

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Delivered to your door

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Eversince I realised that I was shortsighted in high school, a trip to the optometrist or opthalmologist has been part of my life routine. I started with glasses, of course, and ended up wearing contact lenses. I started with a low prescription but somehow it got higher when I was wearing glasses. After I switched to contacts, not only did the prescription stayed at one level (as it is now) but also it was easier to move about. The only other bothersome aspect of it is replenishing my supply of contact lens for the next 6 months to a year. I always had to go to the optician to have my eyes checked and in turn get a new set. When I moved to the UK, I signed up for a service with a local optician where I pay £15 monthly and they deliver a new supply every quarter. It was great as I don’t have to go get the lenses myself but it was really getting expensive. I was spending £180 a year!

Now, with the advent of the internet, things are a lot easier. One can now order contact lens online. Sites like Lens Catalogue have made it easier by allowing you to simply enter your prescription on their website and have the lenses delivered directly to your door. In this way, you can view the different brands (like Acuvue, Bausch & Lomb, Cooper Vision, etc.) and choose the best “normally the cheapest” price possible. They also offer free packing and postage for orders over £60. Other services on the site include:

  • Re-orders – no need to fill in another order form, with one click, have the same set delivered again to you
  • Shipping & Tracking – see the status of your order
  • Accessories – order solutions, cases and other supplements

Of course, you will need to have your prescription at hand. But wouldn’t it be nice if they could also give you the option to book with an eye doctor for a check? Or maybe even offer free eye check with some doctors that they have already made an arrangement with. Now, that would really be icing on the cake!

Anyhow, ordering contact lenses online has definitely given the likes of me a chance to really find the best deals and get great savings. Now, I will only pay £52 (plus p&p) for a year’s supply, that 70% savings!

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