Tag Archives: Open Source software

Fanboy Folly

Posted on January 26, 2014 by ehurst

Computers are just a tool, not the prime mover of human future. If we could stuff a soft, fat rubber ball in the mouths of the world’s mindless fanboys, the silence would be suddenly deafening. That includes the vast majority … Continue reading →

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Network Age Economics

Posted on January 4, 2014 by ehurst

Once the Network Civilization has fully taken hold of humanity, much of what we now think of as economics will be forgotten. Not because people will be stupid, but the Net changes things and it is we who have failed … Continue reading →

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Keeping the Sheep

Posted on December 15, 2013 by ehurst

There is no particular virtue in physical fitness. There is virtue in obeying your calling, whatever that includes. The Lord has burdened me with the duty to maximize my physical fitness; it’s a virtue for me. There’s no denying my … Continue reading →

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Debian: Try It; You’ll Like It (Part 2)

Posted on November 29, 2013 by ehurst

(The updated version of this series can be found here (gone).) XFCE is a wonderful desktop environment, but it’s not the simplest to configure. There are several items we need to consider for desktop display. Extra wide displays are popular … Continue reading →

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Wide Open Access

Posted on November 20, 2013 by ehurst

You need to understand what we are up against, not to fear but to know how to fight. As noted yesterday, political agitation in meat space simply invites the attention of those who have no honor. Don’t get lost in … Continue reading →

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