Haircut 100 - "Love Plus One"

This band only produced two albums. Its lead singer Nick Heyward had a breakdown after the first album and left the group.  Their second album was not as successful. This single from their first album is still considered by many as one of the greatest pop songs ever made - so much so that a reunion was arranged for them in 2004. This song was the first song that they played in the reunion.

What's Buzzing? - Open Source Operating System Ubuntu 13.10 64 bit

After having a chat about operating systems with a fellow gamer, I got interested in trying out the latest Linux OS from Ubuntu. I have tried the older version  some time ago but it seems the latest one has improved a lot.

At first I tried to install with an old  DVDRW but could not work so had to switch to a fairly new DVDR and it went quite smoothly. So I guess if you wish to install it, make sure you got some reliable DVD media. I usually verify data after burning..

First thing I noticed was the lack of sound after installation. After a few Google searches I found out I had to install the Ubuntu Restricted Extras. Not sure why it was never included in the original installation disc.  Installation of Restricted Extras  appeared to be stuck at applying changes but in reality there was  a Microsoft Agreement to install some fonts behind   the installation screen!

3T - "Stuck On You"

Cover   by 3T  in 2003.

What's Buzzing? - Kacang Putih Stall Back In Tesco Ipoh

I was glad to hear that the kacang putih stall is back in Tesco Ipoh Garden. Its big omapadi ( I am not sure if that is what you would call it - but it is orange brown in colour) is different from the others - usually sweeter and taste nicer than most of the other ones in Ipoh. It is now located near Restaurant Pelita. Before, it used to be in front of the Tesco food court.

What's Buzzing? - Lightning Struck Computers

This year so far three computers have been struck down by lightning. Usually it is the motherboards  that are  spoilt but most of the other parts  are working. Still I read somewhere that it is often advisable to replace most parts of the computer after a lightning strike.As there weren't many pcs left in the house,  I had to build one the other day. The result was okay except the the inbuilt network adaptor wasn't working so I bought a wireless one. Had been experimenting with some of the old motherboards and power supplies. One of the motherboards got burnt and one of the capacitors in a power supply blew up - literally! It sort of went pop and smoke was  around for a few seconds.

When the lightning struck - it not only took down the computers but the modems and the printer as well. The lightning was so strong that even though the computers were off, they were still struck down. Now  we usually remove the socket after use or before any  signs of lightning coming.

What's Buzzing? - Patron Saints

All Saints' Day was a few days ago. Here is a list of some patron saints

St Jude -  for impossible cases
St Elmo - stomach problems
St Agnes , St Bernadette - hair loss
St Francis of Assisi - pets
St Gemma Galgani - headache
St Joseph- unemployment

Vanessa Williams - "Where Do We Go From Here"

I was looking for some songs for my tablet pc and came across this catchy one from the 90s. Almost like a classical pop song if that is the right way to describe it.