Computer Says 'No'.

So, I downloaded the brand new Firefox 3, as part of Firefox's attempt to set a new world record for the most software downloads in a day. I love Firefox, and think Internet Explorer stinks in comparison. But horror of all horrors, dear Godzilla, my prehistoric and cranky monster of a desktop computer, HATES the new Firefox 3. Utterly hates it. Ever since I installed it, Godzilla has thrown tantrum after tantrum, like a toddler on a mission to ruin a family day out.

I need to see if I can reinstall Firefox 2. I'm having to use Internet Exploder, as I once accidentally called it. I cannot tell you how much I jolly well hate Internet Explorer. Almost as much as I hate Godzilla. I don't know what I hate Godzilla most for at the moment - its refusal to behave when I use Firefox, or the frequent appearances of the dread BSOD (Blue Screen of Death). The BSOD, as we all know, is the graphic equivalent of 'computer says no'. Roll on the day I buy my new laptop.

BTW, all you non-Brits, who don't know where I get 'computer says no' from, enjoy this clip from the hit TV comedy, Little Britain. It will explain all :).

Sponsored posts redux

I've just signed up with a couple of websites, to do some more sponsored posting. I remember receiving some negative comments from people the last time I did this - although the vast majority of my visitors were supportive. If anyone has anything negative to say this time - try walking a mile in my shoes before you criticize. My laptop, which is less than two years old, has suffered a major hardware failure, so I can't get online with it. My desktop PC is eight years old and needs replacing, because it takes forever just to complete the simplest of tasks on the old clunker. I need to make some extra cash quickly, to buy a new PC. No-one is going to buy it for me, I don't have a rich hubby, and I can't work full-time due to ill health. So sponsored posts it is, if my blog is approved. I know my regular blog friends will have no objections to any sponsored posts. If any casual/occasional visitors have an issue with it - well, I'm sorry, but that's the way it goes.

Anyway, please wish me luck in getting approved. I have half the money saved for a new PC. I just need to somehow find the rest. I thought about putting a Paypal 'donate' button on here, but I don't really feel comfortable about setting out a virtual begging bowl. However, if any of you win the lottery soon, I'll be happy to let you know my Paypal details ;).

Be happy!