Category Archives: web link
Instant Paper
I’m still thoroughly enjoying my Amazon Kindle and Apple iPhone 3G, and there is a great website/application that helps me capture online articles for them: Instapaper. I installed their shortcut into Firefox and now, whenever I see a lengthy article … Continue reading
Another Me
I used http://www.yearbookyourself.com to explore some alternate realities. Thanks go to Josh Williams for the link.
Mechanical Mule
This robot developed with US military funding is a bit disturbing to watch! Use the link so you can watch the video and see how it hops, climbs, handles icy terrain, etc. I just hope they can modify its engine … Continue reading
Fringe Benefits of Failure
I have listened to several dozen commencement speeches in the past quarter century, and even afflicted others with a few of my own. So trust me that J.K. Rowling’s recent Harvard address is worthwhile. You can watch the video, download … Continue reading
Drum Machine
Here’s a nifty flash animation of a Japanese drum machine. Enjoy its “head pounding” beats.















