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AAAAAAAAARRRRRRRRRRRGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHH Run, run for your lives. I'm going to activate my hand held thermonuclear device.

scrub...........................reference to clean:-)

I can claim that. I'm A+ and Network+ certified and i run Gentoo (although i'm no linux expert yet). I have to agree with CC for the most part, it's a decent first step. Taking the A+ prep class I took was the best thing for me, not because of any job I can get (I have see a few entry level positions that where looking for A+ cert.) but because it got me interested in school. I just started full time at the local comunity college where I will hopefully get a CS degree. My advice, the certification cant hurt but may not help much. If you can go to college. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Well sai

Right, so I'm some high class snob who's out of touch? I spent 3 years of my life recovering from a chronic, systemic illness and had to support myself completely off the goodwill of others. I spent years rebuilding my career and business. It was a great lesson in humility. Not only do I have experience in hiring for the positions we are discussing I have a lot of experience in applying for them. I do check the local available jobs - OFTEN. I've never seen any job that required or even mentioned an A+ cert. Unless the job was highly specialized I've only seen general certs like a MSC

Agreed. Ubuntu is an awesome choice for a first distro. Ubuntu also has exceptional hardware detection. I think you'll like Ubuntu. Ubuntu has a very straight forward text based installer that will guide you through the installation process.

Thanks :-) I have low expectations. If I cover my two hundred a month in expenses, plus make another $100/week I will be succesful in my mind. I will be truely happy(on the job front) When I can QUIT serving food for a living. The thougt of making a living at something I enjoy(computers) is a great motivater. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> You're very welcome You know a hell of a lot about computers, shanenin. I'm wondering if you should let your customers know that you're an expert with Linux? As you know Linux is taking off these days, that may be something that sets you apart from the o

No certification here, self taught. I've also graduated from the Oh Sh!t college of computer repair. Many people here seem to have gone to the same school:-) I help friends, I'll work for beer:-) Good luck with the business, shanenin!

I know what you mean, Liz! I'm avoiding the thought of winter coming, I'm still wearing sandals and t shirts even though it's getting colder in Northern B.C., Canada. This summer was pretty good:-)

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Wow! Very nice work, handplane:-) I'm in awe of people who can craft wood projects!

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Yes, a determined freak would be able to find you if they wanted, granted. I'm also careful with my credit card number on-line. This forum and one other are the only places where I'll list my personal website.

Hey ampshock I think you're very talented! I suggest that you could post your tutorial in the PC tips and trick section of this forum. Yes, the G4 forum has become a bit silly. BT is the place to be!

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Thank you, I appreciate that! I kind of knew you were kidding, just checking my man! A lot of people post here, including younger posters. I'm just working to keep this a place for everyone. I wish I could do woodwork like you do. I'm happy you've decided to post here!

Very cool, ampshock, I'm impressed! You are highly skilled!

Yep, me too Liz! I'll have what ever you're drinking.

I'm always very careful about how much information I reveal on-line. I'll reveal the real deal to a few friends like macmarauder, but, I've learned that you can't be too careful. ampshock, when people start joking about using firearms it makes me nervous;-) Maybe you should switch to decaf for a bit. Nice to meet you:-) later,

Sounds good to me, I'll have a keg of that please.............................belch.....................excuse me.

No problem, my friend! I'll just wander into the back of the bar.........I hear he's got some really potent stuff. This hard stuff is so strong that it will ingnite even if it is close to an electric light bulb. Make mine a double, please, bar keep!

cookies.................................................my youngest daughter Lisa loves the COOKIE MONSTER! Sesame Street rocks if you're two years old:-)

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sailboat.........................most boats have a portapot in them:-)