sometimes computers just get bored of existence

the title of this post is a quote by one of my ever-so-wise engineers.

he was referring to my main work machine, which apparently fried itself on friday. who else can boast about a self-frying computer? thats better than a self-cleaning oven, right?

here's the verdict from my IT "doctor" who has been in major surgery with it since 11 am on friday:

"Well, since reseating everything didn't seem to do anything, I'm almost certain a combination of time, dust bunnies, possible salt buildup from our salty air, the position they were leaning against the video card and [mother board] finally caused a small arc and while not destroying everything did some major damage."

a so it was.

baby-megan-computer is scheduled for delivery sometime around 6pm this evening. i need a name for this new member of my work family, so feel free to offer suggestions.