Monthly Archives: November 2007

New Bill Requires Colleges to Police Copyright Infringement

A new bill (PDF) introduced in the US House of Representatives contains a proposal that would require colleges and universities to demonstrate that they are taking “proper” anti-piracy measures or else they risk losing federal money for financial aid. It … Continue reading

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Sicilian Mafia’s 10 Commandments

I found this pretty interesting. Considering what shows like the Sopranos portray, this is a far cry from the adulterous nature of the Mafiosi in the Soprano family. While raiding a hideout of a known boss in the Sicilian Mafia, … Continue reading

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Tasting and Pre-Party

Tonight’s tasting at Nikki’s was Berkshire Brewing Co. from Western Mass (South Deerfield, to be exact, same town as Yankee Candle).  The beers were Steel Rail Extra Pale Ale (American Pale Ale), Oktoberfest Lager (Marzen/Oktoberfest), Lost Sailor India Pale Ale … Continue reading

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Aventinus

Tonight I decided to have another of the beers recommended by Mike at Nikki’s Liquors… Aventinus. It’s a classic, an original, and a must have. The beer is a German Weizenbock. It pours a thick cloudy brown color with a … Continue reading

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Great International Beer Fest and Pre-Party

Someone suggested since I like beer so much I have to write about this and go. Unfortunately, I have other plans and will not be able to attend the beer festival. Regardless, I wanted to let anyone who might read … Continue reading

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Thoughts on MacOS X Leopard

While I have no experience using any of the previous versions of MacOS X on a regular basis, I have been using Leopard since receiving this laptop on Tuesday. Here are some initial thoughts after using it for a couple … Continue reading

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Wine Tonight, Beer Tomorrow

Had to add a new category for this one. I probably won’t be using it very often because I don’t go out of my way to drink wine, but tonight I had a bottle I was given for helping someone … Continue reading

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Gmail “2.0″ made it my way

I noticed some odd differences in my Gmail account the other day.  I couldn’t figure out what it was.  Today I decided to check my Contacts and it’s completely different.  It’s a lot nicer and easier to use than the … Continue reading

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A Couple Days with the Apple

I’ve now had the Apple for a couple days. While I am still not used to certain things, here are some thoughts that I’ve had while using it, along with a major frustration. I really like the computer. The keyboard … Continue reading

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Got an Apple today

My MacBook Pro came in today (through work).  I’ll be writing about my experience making the switch and turning to the dark side as I get farther into it.  I will say this, however.  I feel very vulnerable.  It’s going … Continue reading

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