Carl Thompson
I work at a software engineering firm and do various freelance jobs online. Though tech is my primary field, I do have extensive knowledge in other areas including health, parenting, and self-improvement
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Desktop PC Review: Sony Vaio L117FX/BThe Sony Vaio L117FX/B offers some impressive features like a massive 1 TB hard drive and 6 GB of RAM. Unfortunately these features are rendered useless because of painfully slow processing speed.
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Laptop Review: Dell Inspiron 11zThe Dell Inspiron 11z is a slim, attractive laptop but it's more appealing to the younger person whose focus is entertainment. Its functionality is more than adequate, though I think a few tweaks would render it more user-friendly.
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Netbook Review: Samsung N510The Samsung N510 brought in very disappointing performance. But the device is visually pleasing and a delight to watch films on. It also functions extremely well when multitasking. The slow web browsing is what kills the N510.
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Netbook Review: Samsung N140For a netbook, the Samsung N140 offers well-above average performance, and excellent sound and picture quality. The device's only flaw is the initial learning curve of the user interface.
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Netbook Review: Samsung N130Compact and lightweight, the Samsung N130 offers no-nonsense value for the money. If you're looking for reliability and performance at a budget price, this netbook will suit you perfectly.
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Netbook Review: Asus Eee PC 1201NAsus have lead the field in netbook technology and with the Asus Eee PC 1201N combining sleek design with superb clarity of picture and portability it will continue to lead the pack.
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Laptop Review: Toshiba Satellite T115Compact but with a larger display than a netbook, the 11.6-inch Toshiba Satellite T115 is well priced at $479. It's outperformed on most tests by the Acer Aspire 1410, which is also $80 cheaper. The extra $80 buys better graphics and longer battery life.
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Laptop Review: Origin EON18The Origin EON18 is no lightweight and seems more desktop than laptop to me, but its design favors looks and function over portability. I loved the custom options, and found the performance to be breathtakingly fast.
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Shikago Restaurant in Chicago Blends Asian & French CuisineThe Shikami brothers have a huge hit on their hands with this restaurant. Shikago provides an amazing selection of delicious foods prepared with an asian focus and a slight french influence.
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A Cinematic Stay at the Astoria 7 Hotel in San Sebastian, SpainThe San Sebastian, Astoria 7 Hotel has the usual comforts of hotels with a bit of added flare. This hotel located in a hot spot for vacationers does a great job of standing out from other hotels with its unique theme and ambiance.
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Drew's Eatery Re-Invents Classic Chicago Hot DogsVisitors and residents of Chicago will both enjoy the organic offerings at this restaurant. Drew's Eatery is sure to tickle the taste buds and provide a healthy organic meal for everyone. .
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Avenues Luxury Restaurant in Chicago Serves Up Luxury Dining for LessFor anyone looking for a luxury restaurant in Chicago, Avenues fits the bill. A dining experience for the most special of occasions as well as offerings for a smaller scale celebration on a budget.
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The HTC Shadow Smartphone Hardly Shines in PerformanceThe HTC Shadow smartphone is a major disappointment for me. Major deficiencies in areas like the camera and audio are mediocre to poor. Only the software features shine in this effort.
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Saratoga Springs Resort Takes You Back in Time Within the Magic KingdomSaratoga Springs resort is perfect for families, couples or singles. It provides a wide range of activities that will thrill you or relax you and its close proximity to the Disney world theme parks makes it even more special.
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Skyland Resort in Virginia Offers Appalachian Beauty & Undisturbed PeaceSkyland resort in Virginia is perfect for a quiet get away that can make you forget the hustle and bustle of big cities. Before setting out hiking be sure to invest in a sturdy pair of boots, and some good guides from the gift shop.
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Alienware M17 Lives Up to High ExpectationsThe Alienware M17 is living up to expectations. It excels in most of the areas areas that I expected it to excel in. Performance and graphics are both stunning. The laptop is both easy to use and setup.
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HTC Mogul Smartphone Forgets About the PhoneOverall, the HTC Mogul gives a generally good performance from the phone that excels especially when it comes to organizing daily tasks. The HTC Mogul will not deliver on sound quality or camera functionality.