Archive for October, 2007

Mac Software List Updated

Saturday, October 27th, 2007

I’ve updated the Essential Mac Software page with changes for Mac OS X 10.5 “Leopard”.

Why cancel good products? - The Trackman Marble FX

Wednesday, October 17th, 2007

One example is the Logitech Trackman Marble FX:

Logitech discontinued them after 2-3 years of production, and has
yet to introduce a replacement that feels or works as well in my
opinion.

My wife and I buy them whenever we find them available, but a shrinking
supply has driven the prices up into the stratosphere - we paid $75
for one from a friend a year ago, and used prices on Amazon are almost
$300 the last time I checked.

I would love to see Logitech introduce a modern version of the Trackman
Marble FX, or even run across 2-3 of them in good shape for a decent
price.

we can has guns!

Sunday, October 14th, 2007

The Stag Arms upper arrived last week, so now I have a complete AR-15.

Without adjusting the sights, I managed to put 40 rounds in a 3″ group at 25 yards.

Personality Tests

Monday, October 8th, 2007

This test says that I’m an INTJ.

This test says:

Your score on Extraversion is low, indicating you are introverted, reserved, and quiet. You enjoy solitude and solitary activities. Your socializing tends to be restricted to a few close friends.
Your high level of Agreeableness indicates a strong interest in others’ needs and well-being. You are pleasant, sympathetic, and cooperative.
Your score on Conscientiousness is high. This means you set clear goals and pursue them with determination. People regard you as reliable and hard-working.
Your score on Emotional Stability is low indicating that you are easily upset, even by what most people consider the normal demands of living. People consider you to be sensitive and emotional.
Your score on Openness to Experience is high, indicating you enjoy novelty, variety, and change. You are curious, imaginative, and creative.

Thought of the Day

Friday, October 5th, 2007

After seeing the tackiest gravestone I’ve ever seen, an online discussion led to the thought:

What if Ikea made coffins? Would they call it the DEADER?

(update: changed links to the pictures)