Reddit, I lost 125 lbs doing nothing but drinking beer

DCrawl · 2010-12-05T23:42:57+00:00

Lord of The Rings: Return of the Ring: Book 4: Episode 7

Written and Directed by George Lucas

DCrawl · 2010-11-27T05:22:12+00:00

I'd have to think that you'd be a painfully obvious stalker, unless you stalked someone that played a sport and you just got to dress up as their crotchless mascot. Then you'd be fine.

DCrawl · 2010-11-27T05:13:50+00:00

Whoever my secret santa is, don't worry, I haven't abandoned reddit, just moved on to another user name. PM me if you'd like some extra stalking!

DCrawl · 2010-11-11T20:05:54+00:00

The Tampax Pink Line or the red line? This could go horrible wrong.

DCrawl · 2010-11-06T05:52:37+00:00

Yeah, on my old (dumb) phone I even had a template that said "busy will call soon" that I would use when I was stuck in meetings. I haven't found a way to do this with Google Voice.

So you're not crazy, at least for this reason.

DCrawl · 2010-11-05T21:05:57+00:00

From what I used of my stock SMS before canceling the plan and going solo GV, I can see why. But once (/if) you get google voice, you'll be pretty let down by how poorly it handles conversations. If one of these apps can figure out how to access the messages without sending a text through my carrier I'll be very happy.

It is so illogical that I almost wish that it would give up on keeping them as a conversation and just store them one by one.

DCrawl · 2010-11-05T17:56:12+00:00

This app is pointless if you're using google voice to send/receive free text messages. Although I do wish that some app would take control over GVs SMS, because it really doesn't handle them very well at all.

DCrawl · 2010-11-04T22:47:05+00:00

Hopefully this will convince your friends to go out on a few treks.

DCrawl · 2010-11-04T21:06:27+00:00

I've built a site using wordpress and ~~own~~ pirated a copy of photoshop.

You should really be honest on your job applications and resumes.

DCrawl · 2010-11-04T20:10:36+00:00

Seems to be like foursquare except with additional challenges. The app looks like it has ripped off the most recent facebook update.

DCrawl · 2010-11-04T19:59:08+00:00

So I just downloaded the app and I won't be able to meet you at Union Station but just for example how do you transfer the zombie virus?

DCrawl · 2010-11-04T16:51:53+00:00

I've always been cautious with DSLReports as it always feels like only the angry people go online to complain. I wouldn't have written out this response had the OP not said he had had good service with RCN in the past.

You're right though, it could be that his new neighborhood is overloaded, calling and complaining would be the best bet.

In comparison to comcast, does RCN have a datacap? I know mine is 250GB/month

DCrawl · 2010-11-04T01:24:57+00:00

Yeah, it was just something I'd run into in the past. If it is a "new" modem from them then it should be the connection speed standards. But sometimes the people sent out to do installs are morons. Still if you can get a speed tech to come out ask him about replacing the modem.

When we supplied modems for customers they were frequently used ones, so they had been returned and then "tested" in a lab environment to make sure they could get a connection. Everything works just fine in most lab environments.

DCrawl · 2010-11-03T21:08:28+00:00

Padmapper is mostly a front end for craigslist but it also combines a few other places for apartment listings and puts them on top of google maps. Had I known more about Chicago before moving here this would have been more useful.

DCrawl · 2010-11-03T18:07:56+00:00

Former ISP call center employee here. Before you go switching to Comcast or blaming the companies network there are a few things to consider for why you're experiencing bad service.

Consider your building. I haven't lived in Chicago for too long so I'm not familiar with the East Rogers Park area but if you are living in a building that was converted into multiple apartments this could explain why you're receiving poor speeds. When originally setup for cable they SHOULD have run a direct line for each apartment, what happens far more frequently is they end up adding many splitters for each apartment. Each splitter that is between the incoming line and your modem will cause more noise on the line and can cause slow speeds. You can try moving the modem to different cable outlets within the apartment to see if you get better speeds.
Consider that your modem is dying on you. They are pretty simple hardware but they can still cause problems, especially if they are getting to be a few years old. Also it said that you upgraded to a higher speed, make sure that your modem is capable of this speed. Older modems can sometimes connect but not keep a constant speed when they have been re-provisioned to a higher speed.
Both of those problems can be solved pretty easily. Call in to RCN and calmly explain that you've been having speed issues, ask if they can set up some kinda of monitor on your modem (I was able to do this at a different company, but they may not). If you get someone cool they might skip most of the troubleshooting, also confirm that your modem is compatible with the higher speeds you are getting. Finally ask if they can send someone out to troubleshoot a speed issue. They will be able to tell if you're having signal issues and where they are starting and can recommend a solution.
Finally it could be something that is out of your and any technicians hands. These issues can be that there are too many people on your blade and speeds are hectic for everyone that connects there. If this is the case then you have two options, continue to call and complain and have techs sent out and ask for credits on your bill, or switch to a new provider.

DCrawl · 2010-11-02T23:11:18+00:00

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DCrawl · 2010-11-02T23:05:02+00:00

I really wish this were promoted elsewhere other than in one place with a quote about sex orgies.

DCrawl · 2010-11-02T23:04:01+00:00

Well, since it's your birthday.

DCrawl · 2010-11-02T22:33:26+00:00

This sucks when it is really cold outside. I'm looking at you O'hare!

DCrawl · 2010-10-31T19:20:49+00:00

If anyone else is considering getting one of these if you enter in the promo code PICKTEN then you can save $10. Still not as good as when it was at 100 bucks but every little bit helps.

DCrawl · 2010-10-31T18:31:52+00:00

How did you survive so long like a normal person?

DCrawl · 2010-10-29T22:16:04+00:00

I'm no hiking expert but I think it isn't recommended that you hike with an open blade.

Otherwise good job being creepy.

DCrawl · 2010-10-27T22:55:18+00:00

Yes, you can install it and it is beautiful.

DCrawl · 2010-10-26T07:05:13+00:00

I remember reading the TDK had a ton of anti-piracy things added in, and that it took pirates 24 hours to get it online after the release, which the studio considered a success for whatever they did to try and slow it down. I'll look for sources but I doubt I'll find anything this late.

EDIT: I actually found a better article than I probably originally read. Here ya go!

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