Monthly Archives: February 2010

Failing forward – recovering perfectionist

I have often heard the cliché “measure twice, cut once” in reference to cutting lumber. The practice of measuring twice before cutting works most of the time. You measure the length, then double check yourself. Sometimes, you find out that you … Continue reading

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For Dummies books are for brains too

Most “For Dummies” books are worth reading even if you’re not a dummy. They assume you know very little on the subject They try to put complex subjects in simple terms They give you alot of practical examples Some of them, … Continue reading

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Awesome iPhone apps

What makes an iPhone app awesome?  Is it based on functionality or entertainment value? Do you have iPhone apps that you can’t live without? What feature or features compel you to purchase an iPhone app over one that is FREE? In … Continue reading

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What does your email address say about you?

SomeGuy@hotmail.com or SomeGal@hotmail.com  just sent you an email.  Why should you trust them?  AnyPerson@yahoo.com or AnIndividual@gmail.com could create an email at any time.  Most of the time there is not even an authentication process to verify that they are who they say … Continue reading

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Dust bunnies will kill your computer if you let them

Those little dust bunnies aren’t cute, they’re little killers.  Consisting of dust and pet dander, they like to latch onto air vents, cooling fins, and anywhere there is moving air.  Where you find one, you can bet you will find more.  They like to … Continue reading

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