Hello world, I'm Tim! After a short stint at a major four year university, I found myself right back at square one trying to scrounge for resources and determine the framework for my future. This is my first major assignment, and I've been advised to share a bit about myself in exchange for good grades. Long story short, I am 21 years old, was born and raised in the valley of the sun, and have an unnerving draw to expensive hobbies. My parents are both teachers, meaning that I would often find myself in a school setting for the greater part of my youth. I have a 19 year-old brother that is currently studying accounting, and a cute little year and a half old dog named Howie. That being said, I have been obsessed with technology for as long as I can remember. When I was a young child, I used to spend a great deal of my time begging friends and family members for their old phones and laptops, and often times, I succeeded. I still have drawers full of hand me down tech that I have had the privelige of toying with. Some of my personal favorites include an original Motorola Droid, a Gateway NV53, and a specced out iPod Classic. This passion continued to manifest itself, leading to a PC building obsession that hasn't quite fizzled out yet. Now I find myself here studying the very subject that has brought me so much joy. I haven't exactly taken the time to find my "thing" yet, but I can tell that I'm getting close. Great to meet you all, and happy studying!