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How To Root Evo

Eric Cumberworth — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 06:15:57 +0000

Want to root HTC EVO 4G? Running Android 2.2? Follow my simple instructions and you’ll be there in no time at all. It’s literally a one-click process.

But first, let’s take a brief look at the benefits of rooting EVO phones in the first place for those who are either new to this subject or simply not convinced.

Rooting your phone is lifting the restrictions imposed. If you’ve ever tried, for example, to uninstall Spring NASCAR app, you’ll know that it’s not possible… that is, if your phone has not been rooted. Rooting your phone gives you complete freedom over your phone. It gives you the ability to remove the Sprint applications that are on stuck on your phone otherwise. It gives you deeper customization possibilities. It gives you free WiFi Tethering (or Hotspot Tethering). It allows you to easily create complete backups of your phone. Finally, for the tinkerers among you, it allows you to install custom ROMs which are in essence customized Operating Systems (think Windows 7, OSX, etc).

Ready to root? It’s easy. Very easy.

First, if you’re a Windows user you absolutely must install HBOOT drivers.

Visit the unrevoked website, download Unrevoked 3.21, run it and follow instructions.

NOTE: When asked for USB connection type, select “Charge Only” and “Remember this”.

If you have any issues whatsoever, there are many great YouTube videos that cover the process in detail.

Finally, enjoy your freedom!

How To Make Fireballs

Eric Cumberworth — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 01:45:55 +0000

If you’re like me, and you’ve played a lot of Mario Bros. in your day, and you’ve always wanted to eat a flower to gain the ability to handle a fireball in the palm of your hand, then this is your lucky day. Heck, read on even if you hate Mario Bros. and want to hurl fireballs.

If you follow the simple directions outlined in the following video, you’ll have a fireball in your palm in no time at all.

Required:

Lighter Fuel
Scissors
Cotton String + Needle
100% Cotton Cloth

How To Make Yourself Miserable

Eric Cumberworth — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 01:22:00 +0000

There are a lot of motivational articles out there deal with ways to better yourself. With inspiration from a fellow blogger over at The Positivity Blog, allow me to explain how to make yourself absolutely miserable.

Think negative thoughts. Live in a cave of negative darkness. When you lay in bed at night, think about the bad things in your life. Allow yourself to wallow in misery. Never think about about what you have but only about what you want, don’t have, and must do. Negatively thinking to yourself is the easiest way to make yourself miserable.

A surefire way to make yourself miserable is to compare yourself to others. When you start to think about your life and what you’ve accomplished in terms of other people you are going to leave yourself feeling unsatisfied. Feel free to compare yourself only to losers who’ve done nothing. Even then you are robbing yourself of a genuine feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction.

Being obedient will lead to misery. If you try to please everybody and follow their expectations you will not only end up not pleasing them but you will end up losing your own dreams in the process. Of course, you should not do what is reasonable to please your family, friends, and loved ones because you might accidentally find satisfaction in pleasing people who are close to you.

Do the same thing every day. Never try new stuff. Never travel. Never do things you’ve been afraid of trying. Never leave your comfort zone. Just make a schedule, etch it in stone, and stick with it forever. Misery will certainly be your best friend. Whatever it is that you do everyday, take it seriously. Actually, take everything too seriously. You only live once so you should take each moment seriously. There is no room for simple pleasures. If you want misery to control you, you must remain serious about everything.

Don’t forget to not enjoy the moment. Obsess over past failures. Think about what you would do differently if only you could go backwards. Think about the bleak future. Stress out hardcore about the future. The future is uncertain and you should think constantly about it being thus. While you’re daydreaming about the past and the future, make sure to give careful consideration to what you don’t want. Thinking about what you don’t want will help you be miserable because while doing so you won’t have the opportunity to think about what it is that you do want.

If you’re having trouble with all of the above, find a false sense of security in something. Play too many video games, drink too much liquor, smoke too much weed, watch a ton of TV. Distract yourself before you accidentally try something new or begin dreaming of brighter days. And because a false sense of security simply isn’t enough sometimes, make certain you allow yourself to rely on external validation. Never praise yourself or feel good about who you are. The only time you should feel validated is when somebody explains to you your successes and value.

Follow this advice and you too will be able to achieve misery in no time at all!

How to Torrent Easy

Eric Cumberworth — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 08:57:46 +0000

Let’s cut the bullshit out, here is how to torrent; how to download music, shows, movies, games, whatever you want lightning fast and relatively safe (on Windows)

This is very easy. Scan the italic stuff if you have a good idea of what you’re doing. Otherwise, take your time and read it all and you’ll be good to go in no time

Download and install uTorrent from http://www.utorrent.com – installing it is no different than any application.
Next, Search for files (torrents) to download with uTorrent @ http://www.btjunkie.org or if all else fails @ http://thepiratebay.org
When you find what file you want @
- btjunkie: click the ‘down arrow icon’ next to what you want to download.
- the pirate bay, click the ‘green double-arrow pointing down’
It will ask you if you want to open or save the file. Choose to open it with the application “utorrent.exe”
Focus on the uTorrent window. You should see a list of all the files in the download. Choose what files you want and click “OK”
Double-check that it is now downloading in uTorrent.
By default, the uTorrent window can be accessed any time by double-clicking the ‘green “u” icon right next to where your computer’s time is displayed

Tips for maximizing uTorrent:

In uTorrent menu, click ‘Options’ -> Click ‘Test if port is forwarded properly button’
Your browser will pop-up and tell you if everything is okay.
If there is an error, it is usually associated with the router. Google how to become DMZ of your router (or open all ports). If you are not in control of your router, contact whoever the hell is and demand results.

Boot Linux from a USB stick

Eric Cumberworth — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 02:01:58 +0000

This is just too damn cool. I’ve known for a while that you could boot Linux from a flash memory card / USB stick. But now I have a seriously comprehensive listing of possible ways to pull this off.

Just check out these here USB Linux installation tutorials and you’ll quickly be on your way!

Fart Machine

Eric Cumberworth — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 19:38:10 +0000

Just what you needed: An easy How-To Build a Fart Machine!

Fix My Computer

Eric Cumberworth — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 18:20:07 +0000

People are always asking me to fix their slow-ass computers. First thing I tell them is to quit surfing the porn sites. Then, sometimes, I will help them out. Here is a quick how-to fix a computer running Windows that has become way too slow:

This assumes you have no antivirus installed. I will warn you that some antiviruses are actually harmful to computers and may actually be the whole reason the computer is slow. I recommend removing all antivirus and spyware software on the computer prior to reading this guide unless you are certain that it is helpful.

First, disable all the programs that launch at your computer’s startup:

Click “Start” -> “Run” -> type “msconfig” -> Press Enter
Click the “Startup” tab -> Click “Disable All” -> Close the window -> Restart the computer

Now we’ve got a pretty clean boot to work with:

If you use Internet Explorer to browse the web, switch to Firefox. It is much safer and will prevent a ton of spyware/adware.
Download and install AVG Anti-Virus (Free Edition) and Ad-Aware 2007.
Both programs will need updated when you first run them so download the updates right away.
Perform complete system scans with both AVG and Ad-Aware. Reboot your computer. Scan one last time.

And there you have it. Simple, quick, and to the point – hopefully this helps

How to Make a T-Shirt Cannon

Eric Cumberworth — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 02:37:03 +0000

Weekend Projects Podcast presents a How-To Video explaining how to make a T-Shirt Cannon!

Brief list of what is needed:

PVC
End-Cap
A bunch of little fittings
A sprinkler control valve
A muzzle
Plumber’s tape
A bike pump with a pressure gauge
A Schrader valve
Two switches
A 9 volt battery and a 9 volt battery connector
Some wire
Zip ties
PVC Primer and Cement
and T-Shirts!

Check out the Weekend Projects Podcast page for more information

Keep Your Mind Sharp the Fun Way

Eric Cumberworth — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 22:06:31 +0000

To keep your body in good shape you can do boring things such as running to nowhere on a treadmill. You can also do fun things like having sex. Likewise, there are both boring and fun things to keep your mind in shape.

First, there are games. Games are to the mind what sports are to the body – fun ways to stay in shape. According to an article from the Ririan Project, physical games such as golf and pool can require a great deal of strategy. Honestly, any sport that you have a desire to excel at will require you to do more than work up a sweat.

Challenging a friend to a board game flexes your social and strategic skills. Board games such as Chess and Go are very mentally intense and require a great deal of thinking. Board games like Risk have not only a strong strategic element but require social engineering as well. And don’t forget Candy Land. Video games, despite what old-timers might say, are not at all a bad way to engage your mind. Going on a senseless killing spree in Grand Theft Auto will make you feel all the more smarter.

Your mind and body depend on each other so keeping your body in shape will keep your mind in shape. Running, swimming, or anything that gets you to work up a sweat will increase the levels of oxygen in your brain and will make you feel more energized and thus more inclined to think better. Running and swimming may not be the funnest things to do so do whatever it is that you enjoy. I should mention yoga as well. It is another example of a physical task that can really bring clarity into your mind. According to new research (sarcasm), your mind works better when it is not stressed.

Read books. True, ‘Transformers the Movie’ has neat visuals but do not underestimate your mind’s imagination when reading fantasy. Reading informative books will teach you a new thing or two. Speaking of teaching: if you live by a a college why not try sitting in on classes. In a big college classroom, you’ll blend right in and get educated for free.

Create. It’s part of the word creative! Build something, draw something, design something, make music – make your self heard. Speaking of being heard, why not have a debate? Having a debate with somebody that you respect can really be fun. I’ve had some of my best thoughts while going back and forth with intelligent friends. Each side of a good debate will undoubtedly learn a thing or two and put to use the creative side of their brain.

Plump Up Flattened Cushions

Eric Cumberworth — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 19:31:51 +0000

Have some flat cushions? Here’s a simple solution for you: set them out in the sun for a few hours and allow the sun to do all the dirty work. The sun will rid your cushion of moisture and cause it to plump up.

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