GIVEAWAY contest. Prize = HTM Gunhammer!

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Thank you for the chance here. This is great.

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This photo is of a website that helped get me where I am today. And it also is where I get my forum name here (ocnLogan = on OverClock.Net, my name is Logan).

When I was a freshman in college, I bought a computer from a buddy to use a school. The computer gave me issues, and because of that I had to learn how to fix the basic parts of computers, and in that period of time I discovered this website. It is a website of really intense computer enthusiasts that modify their hardware to make their computers perform faster than originally designed.

I got very involved with that forum, and decided to give back. I wrote some technical documentation to help answer many of the questions that came up repetitively there. I wrote approximately 60 pages of technical documentation there, and received recognition there for it (nominated as moderator, but couldn't because of course load).

That is all well and good, but more importantly, this forum helped change my direction in life. It was because of the things that I learned there, that I got my first job on campus (as it turns out, none of the other applicants knew BIOS beep code :p). This job is substantially more than most other campus jobs, and has allowed me to amass a large amount of experience. Through this job, I learned about a major that I didn't know existed. Through this job, I had enough experience to be accepted to this very competitive new major. It was through this job, that I got my internship last summer. The experiences I had on the forum, and at my job have come into frequent use in my interviews here in grad school.

In other words, this is where it started for me. On the path from my old major to my new, I have gained a hobby, a job, and a potential career. This means a lot to my new family.

TShirt Size: Large, because I'm in decent shape right now :D.
 
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Overclocking is something I was into quite heavily years ago. Today though, I don't find a need to overclock my CPU or GPU to reach the performance I desire. I used water cooling back in the day. Almost dabbled in phase change cooling/peltier stuff. Great submission.
 
Looked through the thread to see if there was anything mentioned about chatting, and didn't find any, so I'll hazard a response. If this isn't allowed, please ignore this post.

I'm actually quite surprised how many people here are from the IT and other computer industries. Its not what I expected, but it is nice to see.

I joined OCN back in 2005 and mostly stayed in the AMD section. But I'm with you on not needing it as much today, these days, the components don't seem to need it as much. One of the main things I liked about being active on that forum was keeping up with technology.

That said, I'm really excited for the chance here. It would be quite an upgrade from my Gerber Paraframe (:eek:).
 
My forum (and Darrel and Dirk's). Chatting doesn't bother me. That said I got exposed to PCs around 4 years old. I didn't get into overclocking though until my early teens. I remember having a Pentium II (think it was a II) that was stock at 500 mhZ that I over clocked to 866. I think I had a riva TNT 2 Ultra video card back then, or maybe it was a Voodoo 2. My older bro had a Canopus back then. Canopus was an enthusiast vid card company.
 
A valet tray is a place to stash your pocket goodies at the end of the day. I have(had) one that I used for the longest time, but it filled up with loose change, and so now it just sits there, overflowing with pennies and nickels and dust, and the contents of my pockets just end up either on my desk, end table, dresser, or wherever the heck else I can find a place to stash em.

I too am from an IT background. I love the constant problem solving that comes with it.
 
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My forum (and Darrel and Dirk's). Chatting doesn't bother me. That said I got exposed to PCs around 4 years old. I didn't get into overclocking though until my early teens. I remember having a Pentium II (think it was a II) that was stock at 500 mhZ that I over clocked to 866. I think I had a riva TNT 2 Ultra video card back then, or maybe it was a Voodoo 2. My older bro had a Canopus back then. Canopus was an enthusiast vid card company.
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I starting around age eight, I was always the one in my family to work on things, and to configure the computer that we were going to order for the family. That said, I didn't learn how to really troubleshoot hardware until what I mentioned above. Its kinda like it is with cars. If you want help fixing them, I personally feel there is no one better to ask than the hot rodders out there, because they deal with it on such an detailed level. My first OC was an old Athlon XP from 1700MHz to 2346MHz, and my latest one was a Phenom II X3 from 2.8 to 3.6GHz. Always wanted liquid cooling though... lucky..

Same thing with computers. I learned so much there, it was literally what jumpstarted my career. I'm amazed with how many people in my major don't know the underlying basics of computing, which were many of the things that I learned on that website.

And derek, I had no idea you were an IT guy. I wonder how many of us there are around here?

But I agree with you about why I like the career, that I'm always learning something new. Although to be honest, sometimes I feel like I'm just pounding my face against the keyboard as I try to figure something out for a few days. Maybe its just me because I'm a student and still learning... but man, some days are great, and other ones I feel like I spent 8 hrs achieving nothing. Know that feeling?
 
I did a stint in IT myself (just the basic help desk stuff though, nothing too technical), although I admit I've had a LOT of different jobs so far. Gonna need to get a new computer eventually, but saving my money for knives right now. Maybe I'll have to ask some of you folks for help when I do :)
 
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I starting around age eight, I was always the one in my family to work on things, and to configure the computer that we were going to order for the family. That said, I didn't learn how to really troubleshoot hardware until what I mentioned above. Its kinda like it is with cars. If you want help fixing them, I personally feel there is no one better to ask than the hot rodders out there, because they deal with it on such an detailed level. My first OC was an old Athlon XP from 1700MHz to 2346MHz, and my latest one was a Phenom II X3 from 2.8 to 3.6GHz. Always wanted liquid cooling though... lucky..

Same thing with computers. I learned so much there, it was literally what jumpstarted my career. I'm amazed with how many people in my major don't know the underlying basics of computing, which were many of the things that I learned on that website.

And derek, I had no idea you were an IT guy. I wonder how many of us there are around here?

But I agree with you about why I like the career, that I'm always learning something new. Although to be honest, sometimes I feel like I'm just pounding my face against the keyboard as I try to figure something out for a few days. Maybe its just me because I'm a student and still learning... but man, some days are great, and other ones I feel like I spent 8 hrs achieving nothing. Know that feeling?
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I know that feeling well. I got my start as a hobbyist, and through various websites is where I gained my real "usable" knowledge. The job I have now, while being vastly under-qualified for, is that of Systems Administrator for a local medium sized non-profit. It is pretty rewarding. I think Moose is loosely associated with the IT field as well if memory serves.
 
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I know that feeling well. I got my start as a hobbyist, and through various websites is where I gained my real "usable" knowledge. The job I have now, while being vastly under-qualified for, is that of Systems Administrator for a local medium sized non-profit. It is pretty rewarding. I think Moose is loosely associated with the IT field as well if memory serves.
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It's hardly a surprise that many of us are associated with the IT field. How else would we have so much time to spend online talking about pointy things? :D
 
For me the most important thing is this day. This bracelet reminds me that I should cherish every day, because I may not live long enough to see tomorrow. I wear it in memory of my friend who was murdered by a drug smuggler.

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I wear size large. Thanx
 
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Seriously, just the thought that I could win one of these is amazing. This is a great chance, thanks for the opportunity.

It would single handedly more than double the value of my "collection" (I don't collect, but all of my knives together cost less than $300).
 
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I took this picture during one beautiful day in May of this year, at the start of the season. It reminds me to always try and take time out to relax and appreciate even the littlest of things. The speed of life tends to shove a lot of things to the side, and sometimes, the most important things like family and relationships are neglected. College, career, the military, all might help to provide and reinforce the sense of responsibility in creating a life of your own, but they tend to get overwhelming and things start to get taken for granted. It even takes its toll on your health and state of mind.

I have a few hobbies that help to keep me occupied, and they have introduced me to so many people who I haven't personally met. The computer has diminished distances, and we can toss friendly banter back and forth to anyone with an internet connection even if they are on the other side of the world from you. I belong to several different forums that cater to my different hobbies, from car racing, gun and knife collecting, to computers and technology and online gaming. I have also personally met friends from these and other boards, and there is still no substitute for a handshake.

Keeping contact from behind the keyboard or webcam is cool, and you can chat for hours on end with anyone you choose. That being said, I heartfully extend an invitation to my fellow bladenuts who, if you are ever out on Long Island in New York, don't hesitate to reach out. I'd like to take you out to relax, toss back a few cold ones, and go fishing. :)

*Someone just pointed out I am not eligible for the contest since I live in New York. Not New York City, but oh well. Good luck to everyone who submitted.

This is eligible. Someone pointed out to me that NYC banned knives not all of NY.
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This picture represents the most important thing to me--motorcycling with a lean towards the spirit of adventure. To me, it symbolizes freedom, and reflects my love of life and desire to be outside and closer to nature. I am not talking about a "hooligan" style of riding, but rather one which is respectful of the environment, wildlife, and other people. If I pack it in, then I pack it out. I also stay on established trails/roads and embrace a "leave no trace" attitude. Whether it's being able to sense minor air temperature changes or the smell of the flowers and trees while riding by or having a mountain lion run across the dirt road 50 yards in front of you and disappear down the mountain as quickly as he appeared (yes, it really happened), it is exhilarating to me and never grows old.

Thanks for the chance.


Shirt size is XL.
 
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It's simple, but this is like my best friend after family and friends. It gets me out of the house, creates memories, helps me remember times past, things I've used to own. A camera has been with me most of my life and that will always be true. It also helps you see the beauty in things that other people don't and makes you realize things you should probably have already known...
 
The drive in my life is the relentless pursuit of being able to take these components and transform them into an heirloom that could be past down from father to son then to grandson. The journey is an endless.IMG-20111030-00350.jpg

Thank you for doing the giveaway and the shirt (XL)
 
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Well, thanks for the chance. Now for my little contribution to this thread:

I took this photo a few minutes ago. What does it show? My computer and my Wacom drawing tablet (think of it as an electronic pen and paper). They are invaluable assets to my creative outlet. I've got two examples of my work open in Adobe Photoshop CS4 (the primary app I use to do my work). I do digital illustration as a hobby - though I spend more time on it than I do on anything else, whether it's shooting or videogames - and I am more or less completely self taught in that area (having attended a few traditional art classes when I was younger, but I didn't really go to many). I'm mostly interested in fantasy and sci-fi themes, my goal being to launch a webcomic once I'm completely confident in my skills and having done sufficient environmental studies and character model sheets.

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Edit: T-shirt size XL
 
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Thanks for all the submissions. The trio shall vote on the best submission. Good luck everyone.
 
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