Adventures In Computing: Locked myself out of my Computer
A few years back I was having difficulties with remotely accessing my computer. The details of which are a different story altogether. What is relevant here, is that I was attempting to copy files from one computer to another over the network. In the process of trying to get this done, I removed my ability to log on to one computer. Continue reading AIC: Locked myself out of my Computer
Commentary From Elsewhere: 7 Ways to Minimize Misery
The internet is a giant self referencing comment engine. Accordingly, here I shall tell you my thoughts on a YouTube video I watched recently.
7 Ways to Maximize Misery by CGP Grey. Continue reading CFE: 7 Ways to Minimize Misery
The Windows 10 Update system is broken, from a design standpoint. It denies the user proper use and control of their computer. This is (mostly) fine for an entertainment device, but unacceptable for a business tool. Continue reading Updates Should Be Deferable
Why you would want a Virtual Machine
A virtual machine allows you to run an operating system inside of another operating system. While not of immediate value to the average user, it is useful in a number of situations.
I primarily use it to test out programs and visit questionable websites. For programs, I can run them and see if they do anything useful. All without having them impact my ‘real’ operating system. For websites, same idea. Copy in links from email, or other mysterious sources. Adds a whole system worth of protective layers to what you’re doing. And when you’re done, just discard the changes and you are ready for next time. Continue reading How to setup a Virtual Box
I was reading Dilbert on Sunday and I realized we’ve come full circle.
Originally, computers existed for work, and only work. Even the ‘games’ were more about experimenting and learning then anything else. The idea of something like ‘social networking’ was beyond comprehension. Continue reading Full Circle
Pointless Computer Tricks: Shutdown Windows Quickly
Windows 10 or 8.1: Win+X, U, U
Windows 7 or Vista: Win, Left, Enter
Windows XP: Win, Up, Enter, Enter (if shutdown is shown)
Some conditions may apply
Continue reading PCT: Shutdown Windows Quickly
Not a Review: Passengers
Recently I watched the movie Passengers. Good enough movie, but that’s not what I want to talk about here. I want to talk about some of the technology (and uses of same) in the movie.
Fair warning: Spoilers may occur. While I will make some effort to not overly spoil anything, some will crop up. If you are the type that dislikes any spoilers, stop reading now. For that matter, stop watching movie trailers. Continue reading NAR: Passengers
Adventures In Computing: Using NoScript to repair website
One of the things I help people with is their websites. The exact details of that vary, but in this case I was being asked to help repair a website that had been compromised. It was a WordPress site, and the ‘hack’ had installed a bad plugin. In turn, that plugin hid itself, and much of the admin interface. Couldn’t see it, so couldn’t uninstall it. Continue reading AIC: Website Fix with NoScript
Recently I renewed my New York State Driver License. Happens from time to time, no big deal. But I noticed an interesting thing when I received it in the mail: I had already signed the card.
Or, to put it more accurately, the state had signed my name for me. Using my hand writing. Not as a photo copy, but an actual physical addition to the card. Continue reading State Forgery
Since you are reading this, you have clearly noticed that I have a blog. Technically, I have more then one. The one of note here is Observations from Audience Land.
OFAL hasn’t been around that long, but it has already had some interesting visitors. Shortly after I made it, but before telling anyone about it’s existence, it started receiving spam comments. Not many, but I find it ironic that a blog that is unknown to any real people still manages to receive comments.
It didn’t really matter, as comments are setup to await moderator approval before being visible. Just the absurdity of it. Spam comments on a site that has not been ‘announced’ in any manner. Just goes to show, those who abuse the Internet are always looking looking for place to attack.