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9/3/2008

by: Josh

posted in: Computer Hardware

Not so much taming as destroying

As somewhat of a payment for web services, content creation, and general maintenance, one of my clients sent me something nice. It was on sale at Frys.com (better price than Newegg, surprisingly). I was, of course, so excited when it came. To be honest, it didn’t so much come to me as it made me [...]

8/13/2008

by: Josh

posted in: Computer Hardware, Media, gadgetry

Looking into building a media machine

More technology begets more technology, right? I wouldn’t agree across the board but there are times when the addition of one new piece of technology makes you start thinking about another. Case in point: I might be getting a new TV as payment for some work I’ve done. I don’t want cable but do watch [...]

7/31/2008

by: Josh

posted in: Computer Hardware, Environment

Green your tech: nice external drive made from recycled materials

I think I like this the most because of the design. The [re]Drive… The other benefit? It’s really eco-friendly. Some of the benefits include… * Designed using recyclable aluminum and bamboo * bamboo is steamed press using water only. No harsh chemicals or wood varnish are used. * The aluminum enclosure is 100% recyclable * [...]

7/25/2008

by: Josh

posted in: Computer Hardware, Environment

Blog back to normal; E-waste (electronic waste) recycling in San Diego

Somehow, all the permissions on arbitrary folders on my web host got changed to arbitrary numbers. VERY little help from my host on this one, none-too-happy about that. Stay tuned for an explanation of the problem. In the meantime, a photo of what I do in my spare time… recycle. This time, electronics: Part of [...]

7/7/2008

by: Josh

posted in: Computer Hardware, Environment

World’s first…

Via Physorg (link since expired with no forwarding), a Japanese man (almost 70 years old)  crosses the pacific in a wave-powered boat. [Kenichi] Horie completed a 110-day solo trans-Pacific voyage in a boat propelled only by the power of waves — to claim another first in the world. The 9.5 metre (31-foot) boat is equipped [...]

Thoughts on conferences

Show up early…. yes, you. Everyone needs to show up early. Depending on the amount of work that needs to be done, staff members should be on-site and setting things up AT LEAST an hour before people start showing up. Registration tables, video demos, installations, presentations… everything takes time to get ready. WHY: Because it [...]

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