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How to install an .iso file
I’ve always been very confused by the instructions I’ve found on how to install a program from a .iso file. Some instructions say you need to burn the file to a CD/DVD before you can install it; others say you need to use a program called ISOBuster; others...
Now that's what I'm talkin' about
Transition advisers to President-elect Barack Obama have compiled a list of about 200 Bush administration actions and executive orders that could be swiftly undone to reverse the president on climate change, stem cell research, reproductive rights and...
November 5, 2008
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Another MRI - more surgery soon?
For the last few months I've had pain in my left knee when I walk upstairs - and living in a 3 level condo, I do a lot of stairs. My doctor sent me for an MRI, which I had today. He thinks there may be some cartilage that needs to be removed. I should...
Hot Garlic Clam Dip
I've been to a few picnics this summer and brought a Hot Garlic Clam Dip - so many people have asked for the recipe that I thought I would blog it and just pass out the link when asked. So here it is: Hot Garlic Clam Dip 2 cans minced clams (do not...
Hotmail will continue to work with Outlook Express - for now
Last month, I posted about Microsoft's plan to disable the ability of Hotmail users to use Outlook Express to download their email . Today, we heard this: Recently, many customers received notification regarding Microsoft’s plan to disable the DAV...
So where have I been and where am I going?
I know I've been slacking off here lately. Between working on a project that is launching next week and getting back to work full time after my rotator cuff surgery , I haven't spent much time here. And tomorrow I am leaving for the 2008 MVP Global...
Zappos shipping - a well-deserved rave
Zappos has been getting some buzz lately in the blogosphere for their shipping policy, which has always been great. Free is always great, right? Yesterday, I placed an order at Zappos.com for 3 pairs of sandals and chose free standard shipping, which...
Did you know we set our clocks ahead on March 9th?
It's going to be nice to have the extra hour of sunlight at the end of the day, when we can really enjoy it, but it's going to suck to be driving to work in the dark again.
Lawsuit targets Network Solutions, ICANN over the 'front running' of domain names
This one was as predictable as lawsuits ever get: A Los Angeles firm this afternoon has announced a class action against Network Solutions and ICANN over the former's practice of locking up domain names as soon as they are searched for on its site...
Network Solutions Defends Holding Domains Hostage - Still apparently a security 'feature', not anti-competitive endeavor... - dslreports.com
If you recall, back in January Network Solutions found themselves under fire for purchasing and holding certain domains for five days after they're searched for at the company's website. The tactic allowed the provider to keep shoppers from doing...
Need a new cordless landline phone - any recommendations?
In addition to the normal features, here's what else I need: Multi Line is OK Cordless handset CallerID & Call Waiting Speakerphone on the base is required; Speakerphone on the handset would be nice Voice Mail compatible (no answering machine...
Physical Therapy - how can anything that hurts so bad be good for you?
The bandages are off, the stitches are out, and I've weaned myself off the meds - well, not really. I didn't take much of the heavy duty stuff after the first 48 hours. I started Physical Therapy last Friday and today had my fourth session. So...
United to charge $25 for extra luggage on domestic flights
CHICAGO (AP) -- United Airlines will start charging domestic passengers $25 to check in a second piece of luggage if they are not part of its most-frequent-flier programs, the airline said Monday. United to charge $25 for extra luggage on domestic flights...
Looking for a blog software/platform recommendation
I have a client who is ready to start blogging and we are looking for some recommendations. She would prefer it if it could be hosted on her existing site which is running on Microsoft-IIS on Windows 2000 (we manage the site with FrontPage). She would...
Posting with Windows Live Writer Feed Insert Plugin
Josh Legard has written a Windows Live Writer Feed Insert Plugin that makes it easy to pull multiple RSS or Atom feed items into a blog post.
Have Facebook Apps Peaked in Popularity? - BuzzYA!
Glaser talks about how he used to be excited when he received a notification of a new action on Facebook -- a poke, a wall post, a message -- but more recently, all that has changed. "Now, my reaction to getting the same kinds of notifications has...
ICANN Board Recommends Ending Domain Tasting
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers is looking to effectively end domain tasting with a proposal to start charging the annual ICANN fee on registrar domain registrations. Domain tasting is the use of the Add Grace Period to test the...
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