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A few months ago a friend entered my apartment to announce that he has decided to perform a very important investment for our future in entertainment. I remained calmly at my sit waiting for him to continue and explain how lucky he was as he managed to find an incredible deal over the internet for the newest version of PlayStation 2. Frankly, I could not believe my ears. I have never played PlayStation in the past and the last video game I have played with my friends when I was still a kid, was an old version of Atari. I could not grasp how someone over twenty-five would pay any amount to become another of those inert players stack in front of their TV screens for hours or even days. But the experience I had when PlayStation 2 entered the premises of my house was not exactly as the one I originally imagined. PlayStation has proven to be an extremely fun and instructive gaming experience. After the first couple of weeks I realized that when someone knows how to keep a balanced life it is possible to spend time exploring this unique gaming experience without the feeling of guilt.

Produced by Sony computer Entertainment, PlayStation 2 is the successor of the original PlayStation console that has been a tremendous worldwide success since its original introduction. By March 2005, the sales margin of PlayStation surpassed the 100.49 million units, becoming the first home console to ever reach the threshold of 100 million sold games. Dated back to 1986, nintendo was the first to attempt to work with disk technology, but after encountering a number of problems nintendo decided to approach Sony in order for the second to come up with a solution. Soon Sony recognizing the emerging video-gaming market planned to initiate production of its own console, leading Nintendo's management team to cancel all deals and form an alliance with Philips; this time securing control over its licenses on the Philips developed machines. By the end of 1992, Sony and nintendo reconciled their major differences and Sony launched the first version of PlayStation in 1994 in Japan. By September 1995, PlayStation was introduced to the USA, European and Asian markets and its initial success was a prelude of its future sales breakthrough challenge.

The extreme popularity of the PlayStation console introduced the term "PlayStation Generation" and titles like Tomb Raider, Final Fantasy, Resident Evil, Gran Turismo, and Silent Hill, have become the favorite pastime games of millions of users worldwide. Having enjoyed over eleven years of continuous videogame production, Sony has announced that the next PlayStation generation, known as PlayStation 3, or ps3, will be launched in November 2006 and will also be a backward compatible device; meaning that it with be able to play all the games that have already been released for the other PlayStation versions.

Although the genius creators of the PlayStation consoles argue that the new version of this popular videogame will advance the user's experience, I doubt that it will actually manage to have the same success in the desired time frame. A vast variety of other videogame competitors, including the powerful nintendo, have launched a number of games for their consoles, which have increased users' expectations and have made them extremely conscious regarding their next videogame choice. But, I am sure that my friend and I will continue playing the PlayStation games of our choice, like nba 2K6 or Grand Theft Auto, as PlayStation 3 will be outside our budget for at least a while.

Jonathon Hardcastle writes articles for http://everythingaboutgames.net/ - In addition, Jonathon also writes articles for http://erecreationstation.com/ and http://esportssource.net/

For some time now, many a homeowner feels they have installed lighting everywhere they could possibly need it: In the closets, over the bathroom sink, over the stove top, and sometimes even in the oven. There are lights for the fish tank, the garage, and even the children's desks. But there is one area that has been in the dark far too long.

How many times have you found yourself looking for a certain pot or pan, but it seems to hide in the shadows? How many times have you looked for the perfect spice, but missed it due to the label being hard to read? And how many times have you been caught with the last square of toilet paper, so you desperately search the bathroom cabinet while trying to stay seated - and the new roll appears to be hiding from you?

Well, a new innovation that has been on the market for a short while is available to you to solve all of these painful experiences, and more: Under-cabinet halogen lighting. This kit is the answer to not seeing well inside your kitchen and/or bathroom cabinets, fumbling around aimlessly for what you need.

If you are interested in solving your lighting needs by yourself, a low voltage system is the way you will want to go. If you want to go with the higher-voltage, it will require the aide of a specialist to help you get the job done right and safely. Low voltage can be installed by any do-it-your-selfer. Another great bonus to a low-voltage system is that is is operated by a remotely controlled wall-mounted switch which looks as good as the permanent system and can be installed in as little as a day.

To begin, you will need a drill, keyhole saw, screwdriver, a wire stripper, a few connecting wires and the lights (with included transformer). Once you have the kit and necessary tools in place, determine the location for each light so that it won't shine in your eyes while you work. Also remember that halogen lights do produce heat, so installing on to wooden cabinets is fine, but keep the lit bulbs away from paper and plastic items

Once you have determined where to install your lights, remember to remove the lens and trim rings from each light. install with screws to underside of your cabinets. Make a note to align the lights bases so they all face the same direction. next, Drill small holes for the wires and feed them towards the power block inside the cabinet. connect wires to power block. Now, connect power block to transformer and run a wire to your 120-volt receptacle.

Once the bases are installed, just snap the lens covers onto reflector rings. next, attach the switch anywhere you choose (keep in mind its wireless) by screwing it into the wall, preferably at a stud. Finally, screw the cover plate to the switch housing and your cabinet lighting dilemma over! Congratulations!

Dan Rockington is a remodeling veteran having rehabbed many homes. lighting can be a key element for resale and he recommends the experts at Lofings for all your Sacramento lighting needs.