It sounds to me like IBM is just struggling to keep up with the Jonses here... in this case the Jonses being Spinnaker Networks. They already have a system in production that can scale to 12 petabytes today (no need to wait until next year!). It's also not limited to Windows and AIX; they support Linux and a whole host of other unix flavors too.
I was diagnosed with ADHD about 5 years ago. After trying a few different medications (Ritalin - didn't work; Adderall - worked but gave me headaches) I found Dexedrine to be the most effective for me. I haven't tried any herbals since I've been happy with the Dexedrine.
Aside from difficulties getting distracted, I also sometimes have trouble getting motivated to work on things I'm not interested in. Here are some coping strategies I've found to be helpful:
1. Lists, especially to-do lists, are your friend. Use them liberally. If you have a task to do that is overwhelming or you just can't get started, break it up into the smallest pieces imaginable and write them down. A lot of times if you can just get started, momentum will take over. It also helps keep your focus when you have a list to refer to so you know what you have to do next, and crossing things off provides a feeling of accomplishment that helps lift your mood.
2. Develop habits. Always leave your keys, wallet/purse, glasses, etc. in the same place every day. When you go away from home, conscously pick a place for these things wherever you're staying. Once you've gotten into this habit, you can use it for other things too. For instance, if there's something I absolutely have to remember to do in the morning, I write a note and put it in the place where I keep my keys.
3. Set up regular meetings with your boss or manager (or someone to whom you are responsible). This will help keep you on track and focused. Even if you sometimes have to scramble to get something done the day before your meeting, at least you're making progress.
4. When you need to quiet your mind and focus your attention, try going for a walk and counting shapes (without regard for color or function). It really works! You can read more about this exercise ("Counting Forms") and controlling your attention in the book "Resurfacing" by Harry Palmer.
Sarah Zettel has some great SF, especially her earlier books. "Fool's War" is one of my all-time favorite books, and "Reclaimation" is good too. Definitely of interest to hacker-types and computer-folk!
Alfred Bester writes top-notch science fiction. "The Stars My Destination" is incredible.
In general when I'm looking for a new book or a new author, I like to go into the bookstore, pick up some likely looking book (maybe something by an author I've heard of and never read, or something on display, or just anything that catches my eye), and start reading it. If I get through a couple of chapters and don't want to put it down, I buy it and take it home!
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It sounds to me like IBM is just struggling to keep up with the Jonses here... in this case the Jonses being Spinnaker Networks. They already have a system in production that can scale to 12 petabytes today (no need to wait until next year!). It's also not limited to Windows and AIX; they support Linux and a whole host of other unix flavors too.
I was diagnosed with ADHD about 5 years ago. After trying a few different medications (Ritalin - didn't work; Adderall - worked but gave me headaches) I found Dexedrine to be the most effective for me. I haven't tried any herbals since I've been happy with the Dexedrine.
Aside from difficulties getting distracted, I also sometimes have trouble getting motivated to work on things I'm not interested in. Here are some coping strategies I've found to be helpful:
1. Lists, especially to-do lists, are your friend. Use them liberally. If you have a task to do that is overwhelming or you just can't get started, break it up into the smallest pieces imaginable and write them down. A lot of times if you can just get started, momentum will take over. It also helps keep your focus when you have a list to refer to so you know what you have to do next, and crossing things off provides a feeling of accomplishment that helps lift your mood.
2. Develop habits. Always leave your keys, wallet/purse, glasses, etc. in the same place every day. When you go away from home, conscously pick a place for these things wherever you're staying. Once you've gotten into this habit, you can use it for other things too. For instance, if there's something I absolutely have to remember to do in the morning, I write a note and put it in the place where I keep my keys.
3. Set up regular meetings with your boss or manager (or someone to whom you are responsible). This will help keep you on track and focused. Even if you sometimes have to scramble to get something done the day before your meeting, at least you're making progress.
4. When you need to quiet your mind and focus your attention, try going for a walk and counting shapes (without regard for color or function). It really works! You can read more about this exercise ("Counting Forms") and controlling your attention in the book "Resurfacing" by Harry Palmer.
Hope this helps...
Here are some suggestions I haven't seen yet:
Sarah Zettel has some great SF, especially her earlier books. "Fool's War" is one of my all-time favorite books, and "Reclaimation" is good too. Definitely of interest to hacker-types and computer-folk!
Alfred Bester writes top-notch science fiction. "The Stars My Destination" is incredible.
In general when I'm looking for a new book or a new author, I like to go into the bookstore, pick up some likely looking book (maybe something by an author I've heard of and never read, or something on display, or just anything that catches my eye), and start reading it. If I get through a couple of chapters and don't want to put it down, I buy it and take it home!