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Windows 10
Today Microsoft launched Windows 10. I am not a Windows user (today did nothing to alter my preferences), but I do own a couple of Windows machines and I thought I would take the time to explore what the new … Continue reading
Technology not an equalizer
Tom Friedman has written some of the books I have found most influential. He claimed that technology was one of the major forces in his model of a “flat world”. Others, however, take just the opposite position: “The real problem … Continue reading
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Wikipedia is still there
60 minutes just provided a segment on Jimmy Wales and Wikipedia. Wikipedia is one of those online resources that continues to become more valuable, but has faded from constant discussion. It is great to have a reminder.
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ITunes “family plan”
The new Apple streaming plan offers options for individuals and for families. I found the terms of the family plan ($10 vs. $15) for five family members appealing until I read the details. The plan would require me as “organizer” … Continue reading
Feds Launch Connect Home
Connect Home is a federal program just launched to improve the Internet connectivity of those living in HUD housing. The launch information contents 47% of those families with income <$25,000 have no or low speed access contrasted with 92% of … Continue reading
Screen time
Our grandkids and their parents visit the lake frequently and we get to observe the parenting skills and priorities of our own kids. Interesting! I notice that drinking water is a much bigger deal than I remember. In general, health-related … Continue reading
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