Did anyone else immediately think "SpyHunter" while reading the subject header and storyblurb? A few machine gun head-lights and surface-to-air missles, and this guy will be in the same league as the guys using GPS for their real-life Pac-Man game.
Would love to, but I guess they're swamped with tons of emails -- I've tried contacting Scott at PvP and the guys at Penny-Arcade, but haven't heard back from them. It was probably a year ago that I sent them a note.
I really enjoy both BoFH and JoT... both are fine reads online -- will have to check out the print editions to see for myself...
Hoping that one day I'll get my 'toon, the PC Weenies in print. Speaking of which, any good resources out there for struggling web cartoonists with regards to getting print editions made?
...for our wedding, I used my PowerBook for a slideshow, cuing the intro music as we walked down the aisle (to Hendrix's "Purple Haze", no less!) (slight digression -- I'm a major Hendrix fan and my family and wife allowed me this one request for our wedding.)
Said PowerBook also served as DJ, crossfading between our songs during the reception dance party, and even played our First Dance song. The PowerBook in turn, was plugged into the mixer, to some heavily amplified Marshalls. Who needs a DJ when you have a laptop?
...for those that want to try out something besides Windows, but are otherwise afraid of getting their hands dirty with the technical details of Linux. If they pull this off, their products could be the Linux solution for the every-day person who just 'wants it to work' out of the box.
Reading this article reminded me of a tech toon I drew about the same subject. Here it is. Of course, my inspiration was being stuck at an airline gate waiting to come home. Enjoy!
I use Transmit all the time. It's simple and elegant, and does exactly what I need. I use FTP all the time, and I need something that's easy to use. For me, it's easily worth the $25. Sure, I can use the terminal, if I want to. In the end, I prefer to use Transmit -- the software is top-notch and Panic's support is world-class.
Ed Neuemeir and Phil Tippett spoke at our college a few days ago. They screened the trailer for the upcoming "ST2". They mentioned that they had to work with 1/6 the budget, and the release is going straight to DVD. The previews I saw didn't excite me at all -- plenty of guns, aliens, and no plot. Plus, everything takes place at night. I never saw the first one, and after seeing the trailer, won't even bother.
I applied the software update on my Dual G5 -- things seem to be smooth afterward (well, at least nothing broke...). Now, if there only were a program that would automatically notify and allow me to automatically download updates for my other third-party apps...
...my very first introduction to local Commodore BBS's was shortly after I purchased a Datalink 2400 internal modem for my Apple IIGS.
One of my dad's coworker friends ran a board called "The Ivory Tower", and passed the info along to me. Let me tell ya, up until that time, I had no idea how my life was going to change. I miss the small community feel of old BBS's like "The Ivory Tower".
I remember also the frustration of hearing those blasted 'busy' signals when trying to call up a popular board. As I made my way around the various BBS's of Knoxville, TN, I came across "The Volunteer BBS" -- it was one of my favorite hang-outs -- it was a PC based BBS, but they had great online games like Millway's Casino and Tradewars 2002. With the Internet being so global, it's getting harder to find such cozy little places to hang out anymore.
Last I checked, HyperStudio only runs on older Macs (pre-OS X) and Windows boxes these days. I remember using it back when I had an Apple IIGS. It seemed spiffy at the time...I can only imagine what Hypercard and Hyperstudio could have been if they had continued to be updated over the years. RIP, Hypercard.
...and with free apps like Butler and QuickSilver you can launch apps, websites, and files with just a few keystrokes -- without even touching the mouse once.
And let's not forget Desktop Manager, for those that moan about Macs not having virtual desktop environments.
I, for one, really enjoy OS X. OS9 wasn't bad, but comparing it to OSX is like comparing brussel sprouts to masala dosa. So, happy birthday, kid -- here's to your 0.4th birthday!
...most 'modern' school systems do not teach their students how to THINK. The emphasis is always placed on getting the 'correct answer', to the point of spoon feeding the students a rote method of solving a problem. To some degree, I've heard that this happens over in Asia as well, where the answer is the most important thing.
Here in the US, most K - 12 teachers are grossly underpaid (or incompetent), we have parents who don't want to be bothered with their kids, while TV and Nintendo are the baby-sitters.
As a child, I always wanted to go into art. Coming from an Asian background, my parents 'convinced' me (more like forced) me into studying engineering. I went into EE and struggled most of the way through. In my junior year, I was able to finally figure things out, and went on to graduating in the top 15% of my class. I am grateful for all those hours spent in the lab, working til 5AM most nights, taking 19 hours of courses my senior year in college (with three design courses), and otherwise living the geek life.
Engineering helped me learn two important things I apply to my life on a daily basis: 1) problem-solving techniques and 2) perseverance.
I'm now working in IT, completing my masters in computer animation, while freelancing as a cartoonist for EE Times (and much happier for it!)
For iPhoto, you have to keep the iPhoto app in the Applications folder for the Software Update to find the app and install the updater. (I had mine in a nested folder called 'Photo apps' under my Applications folder, and the Software Update 'could not find iPhoto.' Yet, for iChat 2.1, which was also nested in a subfolder under my 'Applications' folder, 'Software Update' was able to find the old version and make the update without nary a hitch. Could someone explain the inconsistency as far as why certain apps MUST be in specific places yet others don't...?
I just downloaded Mozilla 1.8 -- and speed improvements ARE dramatic -- it's FAST -- much moreso than Safari or even Firefox. Page rendering speeds are unbelieveably quick. Even the application loading time has significantly improved. I never would have considered using Mozilla as my primary browser -- but this version has me thinking otherwise. Download it, use it, and draw your own conclusions...
Mozilla has a built-in email program - if that's important to you, then that's one reason to use Moz instead of FireFox. Me? I toggle between using Safari and FireFox. FireFox was indeed faster than Safari 1.0, but with Safari 1.2, I'd say both browsers feel about the same, speedwise. Anyone have benchmarks?
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Did anyone else immediately think "SpyHunter" while reading the subject header and storyblurb? A few machine gun head-lights and surface-to-air missles, and this guy will be in the same league as the guys using GPS for their real-life Pac-Man game.
Would love to, but I guess they're swamped with tons of emails -- I've tried contacting Scott at PvP and the guys at Penny-Arcade, but haven't heard back from them. It was probably a year ago that I sent them a note.
No worries though.
I really enjoy both BoFH and JoT... both are fine reads online -- will have to check out the print editions to see for myself...
Hoping that one day I'll get my 'toon, the PC Weenies in print. Speaking of which, any good resources out there for struggling web cartoonists with regards to getting print editions made?
For me:
* Butler
* QuickSilver
* Desktop Manager
* Thunderbird
* Firebird (FireFox?)
* DejaMenu
All of them are FREE, stable, and add a lot of extra functionality to the OS.
...for our wedding, I used my PowerBook for a slideshow, cuing the intro music as we walked down the aisle (to Hendrix's "Purple Haze", no less!) (slight digression -- I'm a major Hendrix fan and my family and wife allowed me this one request for our wedding.)
Said PowerBook also served as DJ, crossfading between our songs during the reception dance party, and even played our First Dance song. The PowerBook in turn, was plugged into the mixer, to some heavily amplified Marshalls. Who needs a DJ when you have a laptop?
Who is this release targetted towards? Are there still companies using Amigas for production quality work?
...for those that want to try out something besides Windows, but are otherwise afraid of getting their hands dirty with the technical details of Linux. If they pull this off, their products could be the Linux solution for the every-day person who just 'wants it to work' out of the box.
Reading this article reminded me of a tech toon I drew about the same subject. Here it is. Of course, my inspiration was being stuck at an airline gate waiting to come home. Enjoy!
I use Transmit all the time. It's simple and elegant, and does exactly what I need. I use FTP all the time, and I need something that's easy to use. For me, it's easily worth the $25. Sure, I can use the terminal, if I want to. In the end, I prefer to use Transmit -- the software is top-notch and Panic's support is world-class.
Ed Neuemeir and Phil Tippett spoke at our college a few days ago. They screened the trailer for the upcoming "ST2". They mentioned that they had to work with 1/6 the budget, and the release is going straight to DVD. The previews I saw didn't excite me at all -- plenty of guns, aliens, and no plot. Plus, everything takes place at night. I never saw the first one, and after seeing the trailer, won't even bother.
I applied the software update on my Dual G5 -- things seem to be smooth afterward (well, at least nothing broke...). Now, if there only were a program that would automatically notify and allow me to automatically download updates for my other third-party apps...
...my very first introduction to local Commodore BBS's was shortly after I purchased a Datalink 2400 internal modem for my Apple IIGS.
One of my dad's coworker friends ran a board called "The Ivory Tower", and passed the info along to me. Let me tell ya, up until that time, I had no idea how my life was going to change. I miss the small community feel of old BBS's like "The Ivory Tower".
I remember also the frustration of hearing those blasted 'busy' signals when trying to call up a popular board. As I made my way around the various BBS's of Knoxville, TN, I came across "The Volunteer BBS" -- it was one of my favorite hang-outs -- it was a PC based BBS, but they had great online games like Millway's Casino and Tradewars 2002. With the Internet being so global, it's getting harder to find such cozy little places to hang out anymore.
Bring back Millway's Casino!
Last I checked, HyperStudio only runs on older Macs (pre-OS X) and Windows boxes these days. I remember using it back when I had an Apple IIGS. It seemed spiffy at the time...I can only imagine what Hypercard and Hyperstudio could have been if they had continued to be updated over the years. RIP, Hypercard.
...and with free apps like Butler and QuickSilver you can launch apps, websites, and files with just a few keystrokes -- without even touching the mouse once.
And let's not forget Desktop Manager, for those that moan about Macs not having virtual desktop environments.
Imagine all the people in India casting for Apu. I think it'd be hilarious to see an 'outsourcing voice talent' episode. Bring it on, baby!
I, for one, really enjoy OS X. OS9 wasn't bad, but comparing it to OSX is like comparing brussel sprouts to masala dosa. So, happy birthday, kid -- here's to your 0.4th birthday!
...most 'modern' school systems do not teach their students how to THINK. The emphasis is always placed on getting the 'correct answer', to the point of spoon feeding the students a rote method of solving a problem. To some degree, I've heard that this happens over in Asia as well, where the answer is the most important thing.
Here in the US, most K - 12 teachers are grossly underpaid (or incompetent), we have parents who don't want to be bothered with their kids, while TV and Nintendo are the baby-sitters.
As a child, I always wanted to go into art. Coming from an Asian background, my parents 'convinced' me (more like forced) me into studying engineering. I went into EE and struggled most of the way through. In my junior year, I was able to finally figure things out, and went on to graduating in the top 15% of my class. I am grateful for all those hours spent in the lab, working til 5AM most nights, taking 19 hours of courses my senior year in college (with three design courses), and otherwise living the geek life.
Engineering helped me learn two important things I apply to my life on a daily basis: 1) problem-solving techniques and 2) perseverance.
I'm now working in IT, completing my masters in computer animation, while freelancing as a cartoonist for EE Times (and much happier for it!)
Well, I do have Launchbar, but i still prefer to keep my files and apps organized by their specific function...
only because I happen to work there. ;)
Very useful when making site updates.
For iPhoto, you have to keep the iPhoto app in the Applications folder for the Software Update to find the app and install the updater. (I had mine in a nested folder called 'Photo apps' under my Applications folder, and the Software Update 'could not find iPhoto.' Yet, for iChat 2.1, which was also nested in a subfolder under my 'Applications' folder, 'Software Update' was able to find the old version and make the update without nary a hitch. Could someone explain the inconsistency as far as why certain apps MUST be in specific places yet others don't...?
..that the lawyers for the RIAA are using file-sharing to draft their subpeonas? Oh, the irony...
Oops. Should be 1.7b in my previous post.
I just downloaded Mozilla 1.8 -- and speed improvements ARE dramatic -- it's FAST -- much moreso than Safari or even Firefox. Page rendering speeds are unbelieveably quick. Even the application loading time has significantly improved. I never would have considered using Mozilla as my primary browser -- but this version has me thinking otherwise. Download it, use it, and draw your own conclusions...
Bob
Mozilla has a built-in email program - if that's important to you, then that's one reason to use Moz instead of FireFox. Me? I toggle between using Safari and FireFox. FireFox was indeed faster than Safari 1.0, but with Safari 1.2, I'd say both browsers feel about the same, speedwise. Anyone have benchmarks?
Bob