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Monthly Archives: March 2006

Backup tool for Firefox and Thunderbird

Backup tool for Firefox and Thunderbird - So I just got a replacement for the tablet that got broken on this year’s Tahoe trip, and MozBackup has made the transition to the new machine much easier, given that I spend 90% of my computer time in Firefox and Thunderbird.  It backs up your bookmarks, saved [...]

I’ve Got the Power

(10:43:49) Phil: you can’t handle the power
(10:43:55) Phil: you know it
(10:44:07) Liz: i’ve got the power
(10:44:11) Liz: biatch
(10:44:23) Phil: it’s gettin’ kinda hectic?
(10:44:51) Liz: we are so on the same page
(10:44:55) Phil: sweet
(10:45:03) Phil: I’ve always wanted to have an awesome suit and red shoes like the guys in that video
(10:46:47) Liz: when you’re a [...]

The whys and wherefores of Friendster v. MySpace

The whys and wherefores of Friendster v. MySpace - Danah Boyd’s analysis of success and failure in the social networking space.  Personally, I wish tend to think of my website as my online identity, and I wish it were easier to plug it in to sites like MySpace and Friendster.  Of course, that means I [...]

Motion Denied Because You’re An Idiot - March 6, 2006

Motion Denied Because You’re An Idiot - Federal judge cites “Billy Madison” in order.  I’m not sure if I think this is the best thing ever, or a sign of the impending apocalypse.  Or both.

Absolution in Your Cup

Absolution in Your Cup - The real meaning of Fair Trade coffee.  I know more about the coffee industry than I did before, that’s for sure.  And I certainly didn’t know that the term “Fair Trade” is only allowed to be labled by a single, profitable organization.

Google Stops Storing Personal Data in China

Google Stops Storing Personal Data in China - Google is storing data gathered on Chinese visitors offshore (in the U.S.).  I’ve been critical of Google in the past (mostly offline) , and I remain suspicious of their “Do No Evil” claim, but it’s only fair that I give them props when they do something right.

Zelda is 20 Years Old

Zelda is 20 Years Old - 20 reasons why 1up.com loves the games. It’s hard for me to think of a series I’ve liked more. And boy am I getting old.

Kirby Puckett dies day after suffering stroke

Kirby Puckett dies day after suffering stroke - this makes me sad, Kirby was my favorite baseball player when I was little.  Somewhere, I have a few posters and all his rookie cards.

And the award goes to…

And the award goes to…
Check out my man Mike (a.k.a Miketastic, a.k.a. Mixed Media Junkie, a.k.a. The Don)’s Oscar roundup.  I am so with him on this bit in particular:
Is there a cooler motherfucker in the business than George Clooney? (Cool motherfucker used to be a term associated with Samuel L., but I think [...]

Missouri Hates the Bill of Rights

Missouri Hates the Bill of Rights - House Concurrent Resolution 13 is pending in the state legislature. It would name Christianity the state’s official “majority” religion. Meh, who needs that First Amendment?

Legal Quote of the Day

“[J]ealousy is the rage of a man, and adultery is the highest invasion of property.” - Regina v. Mawgridge, 84 Eng. Rep. 1107, 1115 (1707) (emphasis added)

Natalie Portman Gangsta Rap

Natalie Portman Gangsta Rap - Another SNL digital short, a la Lazy Sunday
Posse: (What you want Natalie?)
Portman: To drink and fight!
Posse: (What you need Natalie?)
Portman: To f*ck all night!
Edit: The video has been removed from Youtube, but NBC has an official one now