Favored Freeware: Stellarium
Filed in Freeware on July 23, 2005 at 12:37 amStellarium is free software which renders realistic skies in real time with openGL. It is available for Linux/Unix, Windows and MacOSX. With Stellarium, you really see what you can see with your eyes, binoculars or a small telescope.
Pros: Stellarium is a free and easy-to-use alternative to most commercial astronomy software applications. Stellarium is a [...]
I’m Looking For a Star Wars Fan Artist
Filed in Nostalgia on July 22, 2005 at 6:33 pmThis is probably a long shot, but would any of you (my kind readers) happen to know a Mr. Scott Thompson? The Mr. Scott Thompson that I am looking for is the artist behind the two Star Wars fan illustrations that have been included with this post. I have tried to send an [...]
The Optimus Keyboard
Filed in Technology on at 11:45 amThe Optimus Keyboard has already made its rounds on Digg and Slashdot, but if you haven’t seen this futuristic keyboard with OLED display keys, then you’re missing out. Since it “will be OS-independent,” I plan to purchase one as soon as it’s available.
Thunderbird Update v1.0.6
Filed in Freeware, Technology on July 19, 2005 at 5:56 pmThunderbird has been updated to v1.0.6. This update improves stability and is recommended for all users. The release notes are available here. Read the Favored Freeware entry for Thunderbird here.
Firefox Update v1.0.6
Filed in Freeware, Technology on at 5:55 pmFirefox has been updated to v1.0.6. This update improves stability and is recommended for all users. The release notes are available here. Read the Favored Freeware entry for Firefox here.
Uninstall Greasemonkey ASAP
Filed in Technology on at 1:55 amIf you are using Greasemonkey, a popular Firefox extension which allows near-omnipotent control of most websites, uninstall it as soon as possible! A major security exploit has been discovered. It is highly recommended that you uninstall Greasemonkey and patiently wait for an updated version to correct this issue.
Update: This security exploit has [...]
Blogroll Dive: 7/18/05
Filed in Blogs on July 18, 2005 at 12:06 amHere are the highlights from today’s Blogroll dive:
Owen discusses the new user permission system in WordPress v1.6.
Michael Heilemann discovers that Plan 9 From Outer Space has entered the public domain.
Khaled becomes a member of the 9Rules Network.
Michael Hampton ruminates on trackback etiquette and trackback spam.
Jon revisits PHP Nuke.
Craig discovers a clever Flickr PHP script.
Sarah discusses [...]
PUM: Routine Maintenance [Updated]
Filed in MacMerc on July 17, 2005 at 10:46 pmIs your Mac feeling a little sluggish since you got it? Have you noticing any odd behavior from your Mac lately? Today, I’d like to share with you a very important procedure for ensuring the continued well-being of your Apple Macintosh computer. It’s time to learn about Routine Maintenance!
Update: I have added [...]
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