Category Archives: Technology

Analog log file analyzer

Posted on March 16, 2011 by arcster

I just downloaded Analog for analyzing my log files. It’s a pleasure to work with. The configuration file is daunting at first, but I soon figured how to make it understand my log files. It’s startling to see how many … Continue reading →

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Linux accomplishments: Samba, X11 forwarding, new NIC

Posted on October 11, 2010 by arcster

The addition of a strictly Linux box in the basement with plenty of RAM created a conundrum: how to play with it without spending all my time in the basement? SSH seemed to be the solution, but connecting via Putty … Continue reading →

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A pleasant Linux install

Posted on September 28, 2010 by arcster

Those of you old enough to remember my previous frustrations with Linux, take heart: I’m truly finding peace with the OS. I just installed Lucid Lynx on a Compaq Presario 6000 that just wasn’t getting it done with Windows XP. … Continue reading →

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Yet another example of Apple’s hubris

Posted on April 14, 2010 by arcster

I just discovered that iTunes has an affiliates program like Amazon’s. But right off the gate they’re asking for my Social Security number?! Not a chance.

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Xobni Outlook search

Posted on November 20, 2009 by arcster

The inability to find things inside of that inscrutable black inbox that is your Microsoft Outlook email is one of the great frustrations of modern life. So Xobni’s search tool seemed like a great thing. And it probably is, if … Continue reading →

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Really starting to hate Linux

Posted on June 22, 2009 by arcster

Ubuntu is alot like Windows 3.1, except Windows 3.1 pretty much did what you wanted it to when it wasn’t crashing. Ubuntu doesn’t crash, but it doesn’t do anything. I admit I’m using really old hardware, but I’ve spent a … Continue reading →

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Open Letter to Yahoo Web Hosting

Posted on May 5, 2009 by arcster

Yahoo! Inc. 701 First Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94089 ATTN: Web hosting customer service Dear Yahoo: I am writing about the failure of Yahoo Web Hosting to upgrade from PHP 4. I feel it indicates a lack of interest in customers … Continue reading →

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CD burning problem solved

Posted on May 2, 2009 by arcster

My CD problems turned out not to be a root kit, virus, or OS issue. Just hardware. Bought a new burner for $22 from newegg and everything’s good as new.

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CD burning problems

Posted on April 22, 2009 by arcster

I have of late, but wherefore I know not, lost all my ability to burn CDs. Continue reading →

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I’m annoyed with Webroot Spy Sweeper

Posted on April 10, 2009 by arcster

I’ve been using Spy Sweeper for years and it’s been reliable. But last week it prompted me to upgrade. When I did, it lost my subscription information and is displaying a key code that expired in 2006. Spy Sweeper keeps … Continue reading →

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