Archive Dec 1, 2004
Moving
Packing, unpacking, going, leaving, growing… There just aren't enough geeks in LA. We're moving to Seattle, where the tech community is a lot more tight-knit (and the weather is a lot more to my liking). The stress hasn't even begun! As Ponzi just noted, we're ready for the moving boxes and packing tape. Oh, and [...]
Data Safety Tips for n00bz
These general safety tips come from the folks at DriveSavers. I met John Christopher (the guy who put these a few years ago at MacWorld: 1. Always back-up! Don't overlook your duty to backup critical data when you are working on a big project or a tight deadline. 2. Keep current copies of important data [...]
Convert VHS to DVD (PDF)
Convert VHS Movies to DVD! We've relaunched our Tutorials (finally, thanks to Jake). One of the hottest sellers is his tutorial on VHS to DVD conversion. “Video tapes wear out in 10-15 years – if you never watch them. Many Hollywood movies aren't available on DVD. Your wedding video and baby's first steps won't last [...]
O, Lockergnome (MP3)
O Lockergnome, Dear Lockergnome – How lovely are your Channels. O Lockergnome, True Lockergnome – I like you more than flannels. With every day that passes by you give me stuff to read and try. O Lockergnome, My Lockergnome… You're vital – much like vowels! [Download the MP3]
Instant Messaging Insanity
After seeing that I could download MSN Messenger Beta 7.0, I spent an hour or so updating all my MSN preferences – wondering why I couldn't turn off the “Dating” tab or advertisements. Taken, thanks – you stupid, stupid piece of software (read: unintuitive service). I've skipped AIM, too – as well as ICQ. It's [...]
Emoticon Maniacs
What's the big deal about emoticons? I love 'em as much as the next email or messenger addict, but… not to the point where I'm going to pay for a set! Are there really people who buy smilies? Most IM clients come with a good default set, and I've never felt the need to express [...]
Watch This
As much as I love looking at 'em, I don't wear timepieces. Either there's a clock on the wall, or someone nearby who can tell me in fuzzy fashion. “Time to get a watch?” No, it's time to visit the Nerd Watch Museum.
I Saw Mommy Reading Lockergnome
I saw Mommy reading Lockergnome through a wreath of RSS last night. She didn't want to sleep, the links were oh-so-deep. Her screen was overcome with Chris Pirillo's freakin' [BLEEP]. Then, I saw mommy clicking Lockergnome. Everybody's goin' to the site! What a laugh it would have been if Daddy had only seen Mommy renting [...]
