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Free software- it still costs you!
Oftentimes, when comparing software products in the same market, you’ll see comparisons made where one product has a “pro” over another [...]
C#- use Generic methods to write Object Graphs to a file
Serialization has always been a thorn in my side. In VB6. in Python, in C#. The biggest annoyance is that most applications consist of somewhat complex [...]
Pointless upgrades- 440CDX+10/100 PC-Card
So, I have an ancient laptop. A Toshiba Satellite 440CDX. I covered it in a youtube video: Basically, for modern purposes, it’s practically useless. [...]
A look at some Programming fonts
When choosing a font for any situation, you must consider the context of the font as well as it’s readability. Choosing a font for programming work [...]
“Media” keys aren’t.
On most modern keyboards, manufacturers have decided to add an assortment of random keys, sometimes above the Function keys, sometimes on the left or [...]
because the 2012 prediction is just too long to wait!
I’ve already written about the “classic” 2012 end of the world doomsday prediction, you know, prediction number fifty bajillion. I have [...]
Windows Disk cleanup in-depth
Ever wonder how the windows disk cleanup utility works? Go ahead. Try googling it. All you’ll get are various “tech tips” on how to [...]
“Humanity is killing the planet”
Specifically, I’m talking about sites like this. I mean- come on. Just what in the fuck is that? “Voluntary Human Extinction Movement”? [...]
Game Controllers and Mishmash (non-video edition)
With such a vague title, I could talk about anything; some may assume that I might actually, you know, talk about something programming related. Well, not [...]
Programming Languages Redux
I’ve touched on this subject before. Basically, it is the polarization of programmers, and people in general to believe certain things about [...]