ROBERT OWEN — Technology Leader & Musician
Technology leadership, music, and the space where they overlap

Why? Microsoft. Why?

I was looking over the new back-up utility in Windows Vista.. And looked into the help files to see this: Will automatic backups run if my computer is turned off? No. If your computer is turned off during the scheduled backup time, automatic backups will not run. However, the next time you turn on your computer, you will be able … Read more

Friday Funny – Annual Dementia Test

This week's Friday Funny is another test… What a way to end the week!! But, it's a test that we all need to take from time to time. It's the time of year to take our annual Dementia test.. Exercise of the brain is as important as exercise of the muscles. As we grow older, it's important to keep mentally … Read more

Outlook 2007 – Data File Problem – Take Two

Tuesday I blogged about my possible solution for the dreaded: “A data file did not close properly the last time it was used and is being checked for problems.” Well, yesterday it started happening again. So, I did some more research.. When Outlook SAYS it's checking the file for errors… It never: Tells you if there were errors Fixes the … Read more

Outlook 2007 – Data File Problem

Since installing Office 2007, I've had a little trouble with Outlook. It seemed that Outlook or some process would not close the data file properly upon exit. Causing, this message nearly every time I started Outlook. Although it didn't appear to be causing any trouble, it was VERY aggravating!. I think I have found a solution. I added my PST … Read more

Knoxville Wind Symphony Concert

Just a note to all you local music lovers. The Knoxville Wind Symphony is having a concert tonight at the historic Tennessee Theatre located in downtown Knoxville. The program will begin at 7:30pm with a performance from the Bearden High School Band. The KWS program will include: La Procession du Rocio – Turina Be Thou My Vision – Gillingham Four … Read more

Disable Vista’s UAC

I’ve been using Windows Vista Ultimate now on my main computer now since March 18, 2007. And, I have to tell you I’m very pleased with the results. I’ve had one blue screen in that time… AND it was completely my fault, I tried installing a program that was not intended to run under vista. It said it was not … Read more

Friday Funny – Golf is Dangerous

Happy Friday… Here is the Friday Funny for this week. A man staggers into a hospital emergency room with a concussion, multiple bruises, two black eyes, and a five-iron wrapped tightly around his throat. Naturally, the Doctor asks him what happend. “Well, it was like this,” says the man. “I was having a quiet round of golf with my wife, … Read more