http://www.viewpoints.com/aboutme/jmdr Thu, 21 Feb 2008 20:00:56 GMT Reviews by jmdr http://www.viewpoints.com/Hewlett-Packard-MediaSmart-Server-EX475-review-def7 <p>If you have either a wired or wireless home network, the HP MediaSmart Server is an excellent investment for several reasons. While there are many software products that back up your computer(s), I've never had complete success with a back up product where I didn't lose something. I recently tried to revert to an earlier system restore point in Windows and something happened that corrupted the SAM security files in the Windows System 32 directory which made logging in to my computer impossible. Having purchased the HP EX475 in January 2008, I was able to use a system backup to restore the complete system drive in about 20 minutes.  It was amazing!</p><p>There are 2 current models of the HP MediaSmart Server, the EX470 and EX475, the difference being the second preinstalled 500 GB HDD.</p><p>The server has these additional features. The sleek, quiet MediaSmart Server EX475 provides remote access to files(*1) on the server, automatic backup of all networked PCs, media streaming(*3) across your home network,...</p>... Thu, 21 Feb 2008 20:00:56 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Hewlett-Packard-MediaSmart-Server-EX475-review-def7 jmdr 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/2KPlay-Deal-or-No-Deal-Secret-Vault-Games-review-8d95 <p>Positives</p><p>- Lots of different and challenging games to keep it interesting</p><p>Negatives</p><p>- Requires CD ROM in drive to start and play</p><p>- Banker feature useless; only offers what you've earned</p><p>- Not much like the game DOND</p>... Thu, 21 Feb 2008 18:28:03 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/2KPlay-Deal-or-No-Deal-Secret-Vault-Games-review-8d95 jmdr 3