Monthly Archives: January 2011

GSmartControl for Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T. Information and Tests

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Robert

It’s surprising how few good tools there are for Windows for hard drive Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology System (S.M.A.R.T.) functionality. In addition to providing basic attributes like ‘Power-on Hours’ or ‘Temperature’, SMART can also include self-test ability and logs … Continue reading →

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Error 1327 “Invalid Drive” while installing or updating applications in Windows

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Robert

Symptoms When trying to install or update an application, you receive an error message similar to the following: Error 1327. Invalid Drive: Z: I’ve encountered this error installing Google Earth and another application, and it also apparently happens with many … Continue reading →

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AT&T U-verse for the Curious Consumer – The Residential Gateway and Wiring Options

Posted on January 16, 2011 by Robert

AT&T U-verse is an Internet, TV (IPTV), and phone (VOIP) service delivered primarily by fiber and existing copper. This article is targeted at consumers who would like a little bit of light shed on the in-home hardware (what it does, … Continue reading →

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