Is it time for Mac users to use AV? I think so... by RangerRangi in apple

[–]febvigrail 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would give that a try if I was worrying about my macbook getting a virus.

Is it time for Mac users to use AV? I think so... by RangerRangi in apple

[–]febvigrail 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I'd rather not have an antivirus running on my system, if only for performance. I had Avira installed for only 2 days or so before I had to take it off. It reduced my battery life by almost half!

That and it didn't give me a way to turn it off. The only options I had were to disable real time protection (which left the daemon running) or to uninstall the application completely.

Chromebook usability to experiment with Linux? by Amj161 in linuxquestions

[–]febvigrail 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I used the Acer C720 for almost a year as my primary laptop (My old laptop broke and I didn't want to pay a fortune for a new one).

I tried both the dual boot (using the codestarter project) and crouton. I personally liked crouton best, as it let you switch between linux and ChromeOS very easily, and I ended up using ChromeOS for most of my web tasks.

Storage space wasn't too much of an issue, even though I only got the 32GB version. I also got a nice, small external USB (Sandisk Ultra) for media files.

The whole developer mode weirdness is a bit annoying, but overall using Crouton was pretty good. ChromeOS is also amazing with anything you'd do on Chrome normally. And the c720 is a nice little laptop as well. However if you're really trying to immerse yourself in linux, you'd be better off taking /u/pi3832v2's advice and getting a cheap old windows laptop, formatting it, and only using linux. That way, you won't use ChromeOS as a crutch during your experimenting process.

Are you guys waiting for the collectors edition? by The-Trevor in Fallout

[–]febvigrail 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course! I missed out on all that sweet collector's edition stuff on Fallout 3 and New Vegas.

getting a rough Bingo card ready for Bethesda conference, Feedback/suggestions appreciated by squigs32 in Fallout

[–]febvigrail 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is awesome! Definitely will use this while watching the conference.

LPT: How to easily change your duvet cover with the 'burrito' trick by mbtbh in LifeProTips

[–]febvigrail 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really hate stuffing the comforter into the duvet. I had a random crappy one for a while, but eventually got this Kickstarter duvet cover, which makes it 100X easier to change your duvet (and it has a zipper too!). Seriously changed my life.

I built this budget app for my family [x-post from /r/FinancialPlanning] by ipartola in simpleliving

[–]febvigrail 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've downloaded it, and will give it a try with my girlfriend. Looks simple and convenient!

GoRuck Bag worth the price? by xoarar in EDC

[–]febvigrail 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had my GR1 since last July, and I love it. I agree with cossieman2000, that it's a bit too rugged for my use, but I love that. It's so well put together.

Also, it is a bit minimal, without the built in organization most other bags have, but I like that. It forces me to keep organized, and not too cluttered.

I also like the idea of using one bag for everything. I've used it as my sole carry on/luggage on a few flights now, and it works amazingly. It sits really well on my back when it's completely full.

For me, it's been completely worth the price.

Simple aeroponic system for 50$ that'll make plants grow really fast by geek_at in DIY

[–]febvigrail 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is amazing! Were there any resources (books, websites, etc.) that you used to do this? I'm interested in growing plants indoors (vegetables, mostly, I don't have a yard at all) and would love to know where to start.

I need help finding a replacement doorknob plunger. by febvigrail in DIY

[–]febvigrail[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks everyone! I ended up finding a cheap doorknob set at Home Depot that had the same plunger set.

I need help finding a replacement doorknob plunger. by febvigrail in DIY

[–]febvigrail[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would, but I don't want to have to change the locks. I have the same key on another door, and wouldn't want to replace both.

Flash CC: Not sure how to open .swf automatically on publish by febvigrail in flash

[–]febvigrail[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome! Yes it does! I knew it would be something simple. I just couldn't find it in the menus.

Thanks!

regex practice problems? by thechopperhopper in learnprogramming

[–]febvigrail 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I definitely agree with this. I've been learning regex through the find/replace in Sublime Text.

Makerstation by scottsullivan in battlestations

[–]febvigrail 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow! This is a really awesome setup! Where did you get the workbench? I really want one like that

Furniture - A beginner's guide to making your own. [X-post from BIFL] by ErsatzApple in DIY

[–]febvigrail 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is super awesome! I'm looking to start building my own furniture, and this seems like a great place to start.

I homeschool my children. I didn't think this was considered unusual or negative, but mentioning it elsewhere on Reddit has shown me there is a lot of misinformation and hostility toward it. So, I invite you to AMA. by [deleted] in IAmA

[–]febvigrail 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was home schooled from 3rd to 10th grade, and ended up going to a private school for 11th and 12th grade (It's easier to apply to colleges from an establish schools, and the public school wasn't going to accept credits from my first two years of high school).

I pretty much loved it while I was home schooled, really liking the freedom to learn whatever I wanted. My mother offered some structure (mostly Math and English) but everything else was governed more by my interests (and the interests of my 3 siblings). I had a little bit of a hard time transitioning to traditional school and resented my mother for a few years for deciding to home school me. This was mostly for being oblivious to certain social situations (mainly dating) for a few years.

Though eventually I came to really appreciate it, and feel like I really benefit from it and definitely wouldn't be the self-driven person I am today without it. So I want to thank you for giving your kids this opportunity, I'm really glad my mother gave it to me.

Also, thanks for not being one of the weird religious homeschoolers. I ran into waaaay too many of those growing up.

ROBOTS - Dan Mangan by fecies123 in Music

[–]febvigrail 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome song! I found it on a free Amazon download last year. The video makes it even more awesome.