RealPlayer is very intrusive. It popped up on its own, while I was browsing. It immediately began downloading an update, and then it threatened to restart my computer. Luckily, I was able to opt-out of that. Unfortunately, it still forced my web browser (Firefox 2.0) to shut down. Luckily, Firefox’s built-in session management restored all…Continue Reading…
Wikipedia’s article on China as an emerging superpower says: For example, in terms of operational land-based ICBM systems, the USA possesses the most lethal strategic capability by far, as it has a more reliable arsenal and a massive numerical edge in ICBMs… The USA didn’t invent ICBMs. It’s really crucial to stay on top when…Continue Reading…
Is the “Stone of Jordan” item in D2 named after Michael Jordan, or after the twelve stones of the Jordan in Joshua 4:8? Update: In response to SeV and McGee, yes. You’d be surprised what game programmers come up with. Diablo II is not necessarily biblical. It’s a computer game. How did you find my…Continue Reading…
Ian asks, “Will we face an advertising backlash?” and comments on how web browsing is more diverse than any other activity. This is stuff everyone deals with daily. Online advertising is changing our lives, as is web browsing. Where’s it all headed?
The visual style of Web 2.0 also has useful links to other resources and is a great starting point for any web designer.