Epinions Recent Reviews for ltowell

I wish I could find Sienna's Big Brother

Sat, 25 Mar 2000 17:35:43 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - We recently had an addition to our family and decided it was time to give up the “sporty” Camry for a family-size vehicle. I have yet to purchase a mini-van, but I have been looking and looking and looking.

Being the computer nerd that I am,...

Creative Labs 3D Blaster Annihilator: Annihilator is current King

Wed, 8 Mar 2000 02:34:59 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - As the local computer nerd I continually get asked (specifically by college students that feel the need to play games rather than finish their homework) what is the best 3D accelerator for games. This is my conclusion after running several in my labs...

LeechFTP: Worth every penny

Tue, 25 Jan 2000 18:39:24 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - LeechFTP is a multi-threaded FTP and HTTP file transfer client for Windows. I started using LeechFTP in my university computer labs (Windows NT) because it was a free alternative to cuteFTP. I have since grown to love many of it’s features:
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Emachines: PU!

Thu, 20 Jan 2000 19:39:01 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - This is my take on Free PCs. I did not apply myself, but had several students that were accepted and I watched over their shoulders as they attempted to fill out the extended online agreement.

Let me tell you first that anytime I see the word...

Micron Millenia Maximum Performance: Middle of the Road (right where it belongs)

Thu, 20 Jan 2000 18:57:12 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - I bought 2 Micron machines for the Chemistry Lab at my University. Apparently some new chemistry equipment run by PCs had some software that was guaranteed to run on a Micron system box only. We received the equipment in decent condition and had the...

Creative Labs PC-DVD ROM kit: Great Performance

Wed, 22 Dec 1999 14:44:16 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - This DVD drive reads CD-ROM data at 24X and DVD-ROM data at 6X. It supports multiple DVD-ROM and CD-ROM formats including CD-R and DVD-R. I would not purchase the drive without the addition of the Creative Dxr3 DVD Decoder Board. This provides the...

Top 10

Wed, 15 Dec 1999 12:11:05 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - Have you ever wondered why some people are content with going out to eat at the same place and ordering the same dish each time while others must eat something different? Or, why some folks read all the instructions before building the swing set and...

eCircles.com: Free eCircles

Wed, 15 Dec 1999 02:19:58 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - eCircles is a free service for sharing information and coordinating events on the Web. It is an ideal place for groups such as families, clubs, sports teams, study groups and work groups to share, plan and communicate. Some of the services available...

ABS Supreme DVD System 1: I hope you don't want support

Mon, 13 Dec 1999 03:24:37 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - I am rating the Supreme DVD System 1 and the ABS customer service. The Supreme DVD System 1 (like most of the ABS computer lines) is a quality piece of equipment with name-brand components and one of the lowest prices around.

To qualify my...

Veggies are Life Savers!

Fri, 10 Dec 1999 03:16:56 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - Short and sweet - Just do yourself a favor and buy it. The entire VeggieTales series is incredible. The songs are addictive, the plots are great and of course once you get that tune in your head your hooked. After just the first video my wife wanted...

Archived Computer Hardware Reviews: The name says it all QUICKcam

Thu, 9 Dec 1999 01:24:19 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - I bought a couple Logitech QuickCam Pro cameras recently to evaluate its ability to be used as an additional tool for distance education on the university level. One of the primary reasons for purchasing Logitech was the ability parallel port option...

Epcot--Try the Backside First

Thu, 9 Dec 1999 00:21:53 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - Epcot is not a thrill seeker's park, but for families it is a great place to spend a couple days (in conjunction with the other adjacent parks). There is something for almost every age from toddlers to grandparents.

My 4 years living in...

No Computer or Computer Nerd Required

Wed, 8 Dec 1999 19:17:58 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - Look Ma no computer required!

The ImageDeck is the only stand-alone scanning appliance (that I know of). Simply plug it in to power and it is ready to "Scan on Demand". The ImageDeck is a 36-bit, 600 x 600 dpi desktop scanner with...

You've got to "see" this one

Wed, 8 Dec 1999 01:35:18 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - This book by Joe Beam will open your eyes to the invisible, though very real, warfare that is raging around us. Beam answers such questions as: Who is Satan? Where did he come from? What is his master strategy? What are demons, and can they possess...

Great Buy

Mon, 6 Dec 1999 18:01:46 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - The DC 120 is a great digital camera for high resolution pictures. The zoom is easy to use and allows for a large range of picture styles to be taken. The additional memory card slot and the four onboard resolution options ensures that you won't run...

Archived Computer Hardware Reviews: Dell has done it again!

Mon, 6 Dec 1999 14:25:45 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ltowell - Dell has done it again! The Precision WorkStation line has everything you expect from Dell and a little more. I continue to highly recommend the Dell technical support for accuracy and for efficient and speedy responses. The Precision 410 is my...