On New Years Eve, 2017, we wrote an article with predictions for the 2018 year in tech. Now that the Halloween has passed and we are in the midst of the end of the year Holiday season, now's a good time as any to reflect on those predictions, and see what we got right, and … Continue reading Following up on Predictions for 2018 in Tech
10 Coolest Future Stadiums in International Soccer
As you may recall, a while back I made a fun (completely subjective) unscientific list of what I thought were the 10 coolest national soccer stadiums (stadiums that host a FIFA recognized national men's soccer team). This list builds on that with the 10 coolest new national team soccer stadiums that are planned, under construction, … Continue reading 10 Coolest Future Stadiums in International Soccer
How to Reduce Instances of Spam
We all receive spam emails at one point or another. They are an obnoxious fact of owning an email address, and they don't always get picked up by a spam filter. If you are being inundated with spam emails, here's some tricks you can use to reduce and prevent future spam emails. 1.) Be careful … Continue reading How to Reduce Instances of Spam
Protecting Your Systems Against Social Engineering
No matter how technically secure we set our devices, systems and accounts to be, there is always a human component to any cyber security protocol. Hackers and bad actors recognize this, and often times resort to manipulating users who have access to these systems to provide the information necessary to enter through the front door. … Continue reading Protecting Your Systems Against Social Engineering
Shameless Plug (aka I’m Available for Hire!!!)
Howdy Folks! After an enjoyable stint with a great organization, I have found myself back on the job market. If anyone reading this blog feels that my services and expertise fit a need in your organization, feel free to contact me for my CV. My contact information can be found here. I look forward to … Continue reading Shameless Plug (aka I’m Available for Hire!!!)
(Non)tech tip: Prevent the Flu
This winter is one of the worst flu seasons in recent memory. Less you want to end up like me and lose a week being stuck in bed with the flu, here’s some steps you can take to avoid catching and spreading the flu. 1.) Get a flu shot The flu shot is a vaccine … Continue reading (Non)tech tip: Prevent the Flu
Tech Tip: Turning Your Web Browser into a Text Editor
If you feel the need or urge to turn your web browser into a text editor, copy and enter the line below into your URL bar and type away! data:text/html, <html contenteditable>
Tech Tip: Finding And Removing Large Files Eating Up Your Disk Space
For Windows users, there are several programs such as WinDirStat, TreeSize and SpaceSniffer to analyze and sort your C:/ by file size. Then you can go through and delete the largest unnecessary files. Mac users luck out because Finder automatically will sort all your files by size for you.
Tech Tip: Harmless Practical Jokes Involving Your Buddies Phones and Computers
For those who know me know I'm a bit of a trickster and practical joker, so here is a list of some of my favorite (harmless) practical jokes you can pull on your buddy's computer or phone. 1.) Flip the screen upside down: On Windows, if you hold ctl + alt + down arrow … Continue reading Tech Tip: Harmless Practical Jokes Involving Your Buddies Phones and Computers
History of Artificial Intelligence
Hello French Fries! So, my office Secret Santa gave me a bolo tie a couple weeks ago, and I've been wearing it the past couple weeks because I think it looks cool and unique. So, two days ago, I decided that since I have been wearing a bolo tie to my office (instead of a … Continue reading History of Artificial Intelligence