Anti-Apple post

So, it turns out that Apple has locked the video out option on the new iPods in such a way as to prevent it from working with older video accessories.  This is a really bad move and stories like this one at iLounge deserve more attention. I use the…


The future is already here, it's just not evenly distributed.

Bruce Sterling is heralding the Washington Post's recent interview with author William Gibson as one of the best ever and I would have to agree. If you haven't read his latest novel Spook Country, I highly recommend it. I am still trying to sort…


The Apple iPhone Early Adopter Tax

Is apparently $200.00.   Reaction amongst the Apple fan base has not been pleasant.  Thanks Apple!


Another Node in the Network

Haven't spent the better part of 3 years working to expand the TEW Network, it is nice to see another strong node firm up despite DHS's best effort to kill the initiative off. The St. Louis Terrorism Early Warning Group (TEW) is a public safety…