Category: Computing

  • The non-Apple TV Apple TV

    The non-Apple TV Apple TV

    I’ve been playing around with an Mac-based TV setup for a few months, and I think I’ve found a good configuration. Here are the major components: Apple 12” PowerBook Apple Bluetooth keyboard and mouse Apple 23” Cinema HD Display Elgato eyeTV 250 plus (elgato.com) Apple iPod touch, 16GB RPA Tech Air Mouse (rpatechnology.com) Is this…

  • Trash Server

    Trash Server

    Many loyal readers may remember Trash PC, a Pentium-4-packing beige tower that I recovered from the garbage. The Trash PC is now Trash Server.  As a server, it was necessary to paint Trash PC black (all servers are black, didn’t you know?).  This was accomplished with a partial can of automotive trim satin black paint.…

  • Microsoft Seinfeld Ad

    Microsoft Seinfeld Ad

    Many seem confused by the ad and some are even angry (?). Personally, I think it is funny. I’m not any more or less inclined to buy a copy of Windows, but I do like the new direction of Microsoft’s advertising. More less than intelligent commentary here and here.