Nathan R. Hale
Living in Abilene, TX
Total page views: 51,353
Published Content: 104
Fans: 9
On AC since: 02.07.08
Bio:
Composer, writer, and sci-fi fan Nathan Hale was born in the USA, but spent his childhood abroad in Africa and Europe. He enjoys lending a global perspective to all his creative efforts, including freelance writing and music composition.
Composer, writer, and sci-fi fan Nathan Hale was born in the USA, but spent his childhood abroad in Africa and Europe. He enjoys lending a global perspective to all his creative efforts, including freelance writing and music composition.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor of Arts in Music from Hardin-Simmons University
Bachelor of Arts in Music from Hardin-Simmons University
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I've been living with with Ubuntu 9.10 "Karmic Koala" for more than few days, and I'm very happy over all...but there are still a few things that disappointed me about this release.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 11/6/2009
I never thought that I would prefer taking notes with pen-and-paper, much less on 3x5 cards, but I'm not sure I could go back to capturing my thoughts on a clunky smart phone.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 8/1/2009
While using Pidgin with AOL Instant Messenger or MSN's own chat service is very straightforward, it can be a bit tricky to get things going with Google Talk.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 7/30/2009
StarCraft Battlechest is a new bundle that includes the original groundbreaking StarCraft game, the popular StarCraft: Brood War expansion pack, strategy guides, and access to Blizzard's online gaming service, Battle.net.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 7/27/2009
Many games for the NES are now considered some of the best video games ever produced. I humbly submit 10 of my very favorite games for the the one, the only, the original Nintendo Entertainment System.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/4/2009
The T-Mobile G1 Google Android Smartphone is great for getting online and updating Facebook, as well as integrating with Gmail & Google Calendar. With that being said, some poor design choices make it a less than ideal main multimedia device for most people.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/3/2009
Zim Wiki aims to bring the concepts of web wikis like Wikipedia to the Linux user's desktop. While there are many pieces of desktop wiki software out there, Zim has quickly become one of my favorites for organizing my notes and thoughts.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/2/2009
I recently discovered a little-known feature in GNOME/Ubuntu Linux: it's possible to directly access FTP servers in the Nautilus file-manger, no extra FTP client required.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/2/2009
The Eee PC is small, light, ultra portable, and every model has vibrant color screen that makes reading digitized comics a pleasure. Here's how to get everything set up.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/2/2009
Previously, I've used a standard Moleskine Pocket notebook for all of my notetaking needs, but now I'm thinking about branching out. Here's how the Levenger Circa and Moleskine Pocket notebook compare, blow by blow.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/2/2009
If you're a total social social media aficionado then Flock might be right up your alley. Even if you're not, Flock still might be a great app to bring up every once in a while for dedicated social time.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/28/2009
If you're looking for a flexible, versatile, and attractive notebook, then the Circa system from Levenger is for you.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/28/2009
Boxee is a social media center application for your computer, based on the popular Xbox Media center software. This article details how to install Boxee on an Ubuntu-based Eee PC.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/27/2009
If you use a netbook like the Asus Eee PC, Dell Mini or Acer Aspire One, then you know screen real-estate is a valuable commodity. Here are 5 ways to optimize Firefox 3 for small screens.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/27/2009
I'll guide you through installing Eeebuntu, the Ubuntu-based Linux distribution that is specially configured and optimized for small-screen netbooks like the Asus Eee PC.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/27/2009
Eeebuntu is an aesthetically pleasing, full featured, free operating system alternative for the Eee PC that comes highly recommended.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/27/2009
Who wants old-fashiond, "blind voicemail" when PhoneFusion lets you choose the order in which you hear your messages?
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/21/2009
ShopSavvy turns any Android powered handset into a portable and powerful barcode scanner that truly does help you shop smarter and save money!
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/21/2009
Although I usually use the TwitterRide Twitter client for Android, its main competition Twidroid has more than a few compelling features that make it worth keeping around.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/20/2009
Rhythmbox stands out as one very best music managers for Ubuntu Linux. There some other promising projects out there, like Exaile, Quod Libet, and Banshee, but in the end I usually come back to Rhythmbox.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/20/2009
Meridian Player will playback virtually all the media on your Android device, and look good doing it! Meridian has quickly become my app of choice for video/audio my Android phone and is one of my top five "must-have" applications for my T-Mobile G1.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/20/2009
What if blogging was as easy as sending an email and you didn't even have to sign up for anything? That's Posterous.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/18/2009
If you have a Google Android powered phone, like the T-Mobile G1, then TwitterRide is one of the very best you can get.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/18/2009
In virtually every way, the new Volant notebooks by Moleskine are an improvement over the Cahiers, and offer anyone with an affinity for pen and paper the class of a traditional Moleskine Notebook in a supremely portable package.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 1/22/2009
CadreBible lets you store multiple biblical translations, commentaries, and other sacred works right your T-Mobile G1, and then study them with an impressive array of features and an aesthetically pleasing, intuitive interface.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 1/22/2009
With the Gmote application for Android enabled phones (like the T-Mobile G1) you can easily control your movies, music, and other multimedia playing on your computer all from your phone.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 1/22/2009
With Mozilla Prism, I keep my web browser for, well, browsing the web, and I have separate windows specifically for my calendar, email, to-do list and Google documents.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 1/22/2009
The Inno-22 by Innovatek isn't the highest quality mp3 player out there, and can't truly compete with the iPod Shuffle in any area other than price.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 1/19/2009
Gthumb has become for me one of those "must have" apps for Linux desktop, and it comes highly recommended for anyone needing robust, yet lightweight photo management.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 1/15/2009
Minirok is a great, minimal music player for Linux aimed those of us that already organize our music at the file-system level.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 1/14/2009
All things considered, Eeebuntu is a great-looking, fully functional Linux distribution for your EeePC that I can wholeheartedly recommend as a replacement for the default OS.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 1/14/2009
The T-Mobile G1 offers a highly integrated, rich Internet experience, but lacks a bit when it comes to multimedia and business use.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 1/8/2009
I recently got my hands on the Sprint Instinct phone, the company's response to Apple's ever present iPhone.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 11/2/2008
When my wireless keyboard died on me early last week, I had to find a replacement My requirements were simple: the keyboard must be nice looking, cheap, work well, and play nice with Linux, particularly Ubuntu.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 11/2/2008
I've dreamed for a long time of seamless, easy to use, cross-platform file backup and syncronization. Until recently, it was just a wish I thought would never come true. Then I found Dropbox.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 10/21/2008
Apple's super successful iPhone revitalized the touch-screen and spawned a host of knock offs along the way. One word makes T-Mobile's offering stand from the rest as a serious competitor: Google.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 10/21/2008
You want to group your tabs, save theme, organize them, assign special colors, and automatically reload the pages in some of them. You need Tab Mix Plus, a power-users dream extension for Firefox, and now it's compatible with Firefox 3!
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 10/21/2008
Finding quality speakers can be tough, especially when you're on a budget. After extensive research, I decided to purchase the S220 2.1 system, at just below $25 from Amazon.com.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 10/3/2008
I had all but given up on finding a music manager that I really liked, but then I revisited a project I had tested and given up on months ago: Exaile.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 8/11/2008
The "Getting Things Done" methodology of personal productivity - invented and popularized by David Allen - revolves around around keeping lists and a daily calendar. Here's are some tools on Linux to help with GTD.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 7/1/2008
Here are 4 key strategies to maintaining clear communication regarding your new job with Associated Content.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/29/2008
Are high gas prices getting you down? The good news is that there are actions you can take to increase the gas mileage on your car (any car!) by up to 30%.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/29/2008
Living a healthy lifestyle means some sort exercise. It's always easier to exercise with your partner, but it doesn't have to be a strictly regimented, boring workout program.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/29/2008
Are you an iPhone user who just can't enough of the custom Web interfaces that many sites offer? Or maybe you don't own iPhone, but you'd like to take advantage of the usability enhancements those interfaces offer.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/29/2008
Many of us are making a substantial part of our writing income from product reviews here at AC. I know I'm far from perfect when it comes to writing clear, concise and helpful product reviews, so I've been researching and practicing.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/29/2008
What you may not know is that a binder clip can be used for so much more than simply clipping loose leaves of paper together. What a Swiss Army knife is to MacGuyver, a binder clip can be to you.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/29/2008
I've recently become very frustrated with the stacks of paper cluttering up my home, office and workspace. It's clumsy to wade through when I need a specific piece of information, and I hate keeping up with stuffed file folders.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/25/2008
Of all the Forester models, the Illuminator Sport definitely strikes the best balance between features, looks, and value.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/23/2008
Before I got a labeler, I was more stressed and less organized. Now that I have one, I don't know what I'd do without it!
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/23/2008
Security is on everyone's minds these days, and now, technology brings us more ways than ever to keep our homes safe.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/23/2008
Most people need a simple, graphical way to track their tasks on their computers. Enter gTodo, a simple but effective task manager for the GNOME desktop.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/22/2008
One alternative to chronic back problems is to get a front pocket wallet. They're slim, minimalistic and can greatly reduce the stress on your back when sitting down. Once I switched to the Dopp Regatta 88 Front Getaway, I never looked back.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/22/2008
Specializing in smallness (the entire operating system is only an 88MB download) and portability (it can boot from a CD or USB drive), this little wonder has been slowly gaining in popularity over the past few years.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/22/2008
Originally created by Jorg Anders, NoteEdit is one of the very oldest music notation editors for Linux. In my opinion, it's still the most mature and usable application for score-writing available on the platform.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/12/2008
When I spotted the attractive looking Plantronic Explorer 220 for an enticing $28, I went for it. Unfortunately there are just a few disappointments that keep me from being completely satisfied with my purchase.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/11/2008
Here's a list of great gift ideas for your avid reader dad! There's something for every budget and some pretty unique ideas and products that are sure to please anyone who loves a good book!
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/11/2008
Even if your dad already owns a ton of memorabilia, there's something unique on this list for him.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/11/2008
Here are some unique items sure to please your classical musician for Father's Day!
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/5/2008
Sometimes it's difficult to know what to get your dad for Father's Day. If your dad likes music, though, you've got nothing to worry about! I've hand selected some of the very best gifts you can give a music lover for Father's Day this year.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/2/2008
Why not say thanks to your geeky dad this Father's Day with a gift he'll really like, instead of another lame (insert clothing item here) like last year?
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/2/2008
Although it comes out of the box in a fairly simple configuration, Nautilus - the default file manager for Ubuntu Linux - is very extensible.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/2/2008
As a 23-year-old leading a local senior adult ensemble, I have learned a few things about the unique hurdles you may face if you find yourself conducting a similar chorus. Here are some tips I've picked up along my journey!
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/2/2008
If you're a writer, you use the Internet. And if you use the Internet, you've probably at least heard about the Firefox browser, if not made it your preferred Internet application. If you haven't switched already, Firefox offers unique customization options.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/2/2008
With the advent of Web applications for the Facebook platform, a new world of functionality is possible. These apps allow you to make your Facebook a portal to new degrees of collaborative productivity.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/2/2008
Are you looking for a easy and fun way to get fit in your home? Consider picking up the Eye Toy Kinetic game with the Eye Toy camera (available at Amazon starting around $30 for used bundles).
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/1/2008
The Pencil application for Windows, Linux and MacOS X is a free and open-source animation studio that could help get you started with simple animation projects for free!
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/1/2008
When I saw the RCA Rt2770 1000 watt 5.1 surround system at Wal-Mart for $160, I was amazed. Unfortunately, this deal really was too good to be true.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/1/2008
Kingston is a fairly well-respected name in the world of flash memory, so I felt I was safe in assuming I would be getting a quality product when I purchased its 2GB USB drive from the DataTraveler series.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 6/1/2008
Every mainstream computer operating system has a window manager, which is the behind-the-scenes application that manages how and where your windows are placed, minimized, maximized, etc.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/31/2008
MtPaint is a gem of an application that I've only recently discovered, and I'm so glad that I did. Written by a programmer named Mark Tyler, this a free, open-source application for Linux and Windows, optimized for slower computers.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/31/2008
Build team spirit for your organization while completing a fun art project!
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/29/2008
All technology is fallible, so having multiple copies of everything is key to retaining your data. Backup strategies range from dragging your files onto an external drive by hand to setting up complicated scripts that encrypt your data and move it off-site.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/28/2008
If you've been online in the past several months, you've undoubtedly been exposed to the buzz surrounding Twitter, a social site based entirely around short, text messages.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/28/2008
There are some things you'll want to know about Clearwire Internet service before you sign up.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/28/2008
Here are 10 gifts you can give to a technologically inclined friend or family member to congratulate them on their graduation.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/28/2008
In the online world, our lives are caught up in passwords. Our social-networking identities, e-mail and even our personal finances are all guarded by passwords.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/28/2008
Prior to marrying my wife nearly three years ago, I dated her long-distance for nearly two and half years. Six months of that was intercontinental! Obviously our long-distance experience was successful, but it had its ups and downs.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/28/2008
I've noticed that screen space is becoming more and more valuable to me. I want to maximize the space I give to my browser, so I can get more content and less clutter when I'm surfing the Web.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/28/2008
Of all things you need to think about when riding a motorcycle, safety is of paramount importance. Here are a few quick things know about before you take your bike out on the road for the first time.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/23/2008
When we decide to be more responsible with our income, there seem to be pitfalls all along the way. Here are some tips that will help you stick your spending goals.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/23/2008
So you've taken the plunge, made the phone call (or logged on to the Web site), and ordered an assortment of the Nutrisystem diet's pre-packaged food offerings. Here's what you need to know to get the most of your substantial investment in your health.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/23/2008
Two summers ago, I decided to save on gas by buying a motorcycle. I haven't regretted my decision, however there are several things you should consider before getting a motorcycle.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/22/2008
Maintaining a healthy diet when you go to eat can be very difficult. Here's how to do it!
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/22/2008
This slider version of the ever popular Razr looked slick and full of really compelling features. Here's my review of the Moto Rizr Z3 I received from T-Mobile.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/21/2008
Many a programmer will tell you that Vim (Vi Improved) is one of the best text editors around. But why should we writers use a programmer's tool - and specifically Vim - for our jobs?
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/20/2008
A few years ago I discovered an alternative to Microsoft Windows, and I haven't looked back. It's easy to use, aesthetically pleasing and saves me hundreds of dollars each year. No, I didn't buy a Mac. I downloaded Linux.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/20/2008
I have a part-time job that I really love, but now that summer is here, it's time for me to bring in a bit of extra cash. After some research Associated Content seemed to be the natural place to begin earning a supplementary income.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/20/2008
What if there was a computer even better for writers than the standard laptop? Enter the Asus Eee PC. Here are four compelling reasons to consider this small wonder as your next writing gear purchase.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 5/19/2008
Is it possible to be certain about anything? Can we truly know for sure, without a doubt, anything at all? These kinds of questions have puzzled even the greatest thinkers for as long as the human race has existed.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/22/2008
Alter Bridge, former Creed guitarist Mark Tremonti's new endeavor, could be poised to change popular music...much the way Creed did with its radio debut "My Own Prison" in 1997.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/19/2008
Not since I first heard Radiohead's OK Computer have I been so impressed by the creativity and artistic direction of an album.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/16/2008
I know the questions you're asking yourself: Is it going to live up to the hype? Could this possibly be as ridiculous as it looks? Well, the answer to both of those questions is a definite YES.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/16/2008
There's an unwritten law in the world of film, I'm sure, stating that the third movie in a franchise (and especially a horror franchise) has to be terrible. I truly wish I could say that Saw III is the exception to the rule, but sadly, I can't.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/16/2008
Well, suffice it to say that Ray is one of the best films of type I have ever seen.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/16/2008
Andrew Lloyd Webber's epic musical The Phantom of the Opera has been brought to the big screen for the first time ever.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/16/2008
Director Guillermo del Toro (the creative genius behind Hellboy) treats us to a dark and violent fantasy world, that is at the same time beautifully alluring.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/16/2008
Open Water- described as "Jaws meets the Blair Witch Project"-doesn't quite live up to all the hype. Still, Open Water will strike a universal chord of uneasiness in the bravest of us.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/16/2008
You probably remember Clive Owen's last movie, Children of Men. Now imagine that, except as an ultraviolent, live action version of a Bugs Bunny cartoon, and you've got Shoot 'Em Up pretty much pegged down.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/16/2008
30 Days of Night,a film based on a graphic novel of the same name, delivers an infusion of life into the whole vampire movie category.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/16/2008
The new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie, written by creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, is truer to the comics and movie franchises than to its campy cartoon counterpart. Nevertheless, the fact that is filmed completely in CGI may throw some viewers off.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/16/2008
Disclaimer: These suggestions are for entertainment purposes only.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/13/2008
I think it's a great and groundbreaking film that not only draws the audience into its world and characters, but has something important to say as well.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/12/2008
Well, what Scream did for slasher/horror pictures, Brick is doing for the film noir detective story.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/12/2008
If you waited until "The Black Dahlia" was out on DVD to decide to see it, you made the right choice.
By Nathan R. Hale | Published 2/12/2008
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