Archive for 2006
HotSpotVPN
If you use public hotspots (wired or wireless) without encrypting your network traffic (web, email, etc.) you run the risk of having your privacy and security compromised. For example, checking your email using your favourite email client can give away your email username and password to a hacker running packet sniffer software thus allowing full [...]
Awesome time-lapse video
Check it out at http://www.heroda.com/AlbumLeaf-Web-Final.mov.
Reasons to switch to Firefox
Kill Bill’s Browser has 13 reasons to switch to Firefox. All damn fine reasons if you ask me.
Carry your laptop in style
I was browsing Ed Brill’s blog and saw his post on a new laptop case he’s just received. It’s a Tumi 26141. Nice looking case. In fact, Tumi have a very nice range, although they’re a bit steep (check out the Limited edition Powerpack at £575!). I also like the laptop case finder. Nice touch.
File server address
The URL for my web-based file server is jamesbliss.com/server NB. Login is required.
Firefox 2.0 available
One browser to rule them all. Firefox 2.0 is available.
Windows virus infects Apple iPods
Did you buy a Video iPod after September 12, 2006? If so, you may be one on the unlucky 1% who took delivery of their new prized possession complete with the Windows RavMonE.exe virus. Ooops! Apple is understandably miffed. I love their dig … As you might imagine, we are upset at Windows for not [...]
Happy birthday blog
Today’s the first anniversary of my blog. Woohoo … cake and party poppers all round.
How to prepare for a stolen Mac
There’s a great article at FreeMacBlog about things to do before you have your Mac stolen. OK, so I know you don’t want to have your Mac stolen but in the event it is, you’ll be glad you followed these 10 steps. Good advice I reckon.
eBay seller upsets manufacturer
There’s an interesting post on BoingBoing about an eBay seller who was selling shampoo on the auction site. The manufacturer of the shampoo, SalonQuest, contacted the seller (Jamie Olson from California) initially advising she was in violation of the Copyright Act by by displaying images of the product (photos she took herself). Subsequently, SalonQuest ordered [...]
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