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The Night the Rolling Stones Squeezed a Stadium-Sized Ego Into Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom

On September 16, 2002, the Rolling Stones performed at Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom, proving once again that rock stars will spend decades becoming famous enough to fill stadiums and then celebrate their success by making everyone fight for admission to a building one-tenth the size. I was not inside the Aragon that night, so I will not insult anyone by pretending I personally saw Mick Jagger strut across the stage, Keith Richards defy several principles of biology, or Bono appear without advance notice to remind everybody that even a Rolling Stones concert can briefly become about Bono. What I can do is look back at the night with the proper mixture of admiration, envy, historical curiosity, and bitterness felt by anyone who discovers that an extraordinary concert happened years ago without having the decency to consult them first. The show was the final performance in a remarkable three-concert Chicago run. The Stones had already played the United Center on September 10 and Comiskey Par...
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Choosing the Right Computer


Choosing a computer can be a pretty daunting task, especially when you consider the constantly changing nature of technology. However, some tricks can help make the purchasing process much easier. Let's review some of them.

Do Your Research

Research is one of the most crucial time investments that goes into choosing a computer, particularly where lesser-known brand names are concerned. You don't always know just what you are getting into with an unfamiliar device, so doing proper research beforehand is extremely important. Luckily, several websites allow you to review various computer options and help you make your decision.

Consider Your Computing Needs

One more aspect to consider when buying a computer is how you plan on using it. If you plan to use the computer for work, then a basic professional model will do the trick. On the other hand, if you prefer to have a flashy computer on hand for entertaining purposes, you may want to spend a little extra on a higher-end model.

Determine Your Computer's Longevity

Another thing to determine when choosing a computer is whether you plan to keep your device for the long haul. Some people might want a smaller, cheaper computer that they can easily replace with an upgraded model in the future. Others may feel more comfortable having a bigger, more expensive computer that they can keep up with over the years.

However, if you have the budget for a larger, better computer down the road, upgrading to a better RAM or upgraded hard drive is generally well worth the extra money. This choice will help to increase your computer's speed and performance and allow you to store more files and data.

Once you consider these basic aspects, you are ready to choose a computer. Making the right computing choice can allow you to enjoy your technological investment for years to come.


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