Windows Live Messenger Released
Filed in Web/Tech, June 19, 2006, 3:15 pmWindows Live Messenger (MSN Messenger 8 ) has been officially released. Before WLM went to a public beta, I had been participating in the beta program for Windows Live Messenger. It’s nothing really too special, but it is the latest build from Microsoft. You will notice that the interface has changed. You can even customize [...]
Another Missile Crises
Filed in Politics, , 11:17 amOnce again history seems to be repeating itself. This time, it’s on something a little more nerve racking. Today, the United States [specifically Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice] called the potential long-range nuclear missile test by North Korea “a provocative act.” Unlike the times of the Cuban Missile Crises when the United States had somewhat [...]
Not Moving to Atlanta
Filed in Noteworthy, Work, , 10:52 amI turned down my relocation offer to move to Atlanta, GA, today. I used some input from my boss and a couple members of my family. I had to think about what options I would have if I chose to move and if I chose not to accept. After careful consideration and listening to all [...]
DirecTV Offers ‘Everything’
Filed in Television, , 9:54 amSo how much do you enjoy pissing away money? Do you have some extra cash laying around and feel like spending $7500 per year for cable television? Sure, why not. DirecTV has announced a new package that suits your fancy. They are calling it DirecTV Titanium. This package is basically “everything”. DirecTV will also give [...]
WTF, 3 Red Cards?
Filed in Sports, June 17, 2006, 1:15 pmThe current referee for the USA vs Italy game has completely lost his mind! FIFA should conduct an immediate investigation into the performance of the referee. Three red cards have already been pulled and the game is only half-way done. Italy’s De Rossi was given a red card in the 28th minute for a flagrant [...]
Bill Gates Stepping Down From Microsoft
Filed in Web/Tech, June 15, 2006, 2:45 pmMicrosoft held a press conference today in Redmond, WA, to announce that Bill Gates will transition his day-to-day duties over a 2-year period. Bill stated he wants to focus more on foundation work but continue to be the number one share holder of Microsoft stock. Bill isn’t completely leaving Microsoft all together. He will continue [...]
