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Tag Archives: Personal
Back to Slashdot
I used to get my nerd news fix from Slashdot like every other self-respecting geek, but I was lured away when Digg came around with its pretty interface and “wisdom-of-the-masses”. Turns out the masses have the collective wisdom of my … Continue reading
IT Horror Story
Instant messages from a friend who I’m sure would blog this but can’t for obvious reasons: Steve: I’m making an emergency run to best buy for someone because they need 6 UPSs and they won’t make it in time Steve: … Continue reading
Down with Discs, Up with Netflix!
My wife and I have subscribed to Netflix for the past 3 years and have loved it besides one major downside: the DVDs. It always seemed silly for us to subscribe to a service named “Netflix”, have broadband, and still … Continue reading
Excellent Article on OLPC XO
Linux Today has an excellent article on the One Laptop Per Child initiatives XO laptop. While the technology is innovative and revolutionary, my concern has always been that the $100+ cost of the laptop would be better spent on more … Continue reading
Snow Day!
Central Illinois is shut down today by 6-12 inches of snow! In true Central Illinois style there’s a nice 1-2 inches of sleet/ice below the snow just for some added excitement. I wish I had a digital camera because everything … Continue reading
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A Favorable Demotion
On Nov 1st 2006, I left my position as the lead Developer at Synthesys Solutions to become a lowly assistant Computer Technician at Tremont School District #702. While there are a number of reasons for the switch, the #1 reason … Continue reading
Tagged Personal, Synthesys
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