- Top 25 inventions of 2006 – parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. (via Digg)
- How to re-surface a CD to work again – a tutorial with pictures, in case you scratch a CD too much.
- Torture your cat – with a laser beam “toy”.
- Why does Windows have two copies of Notepad? – Well, it’s the old backwards compatibility thing again.
- The redesigned Office 2007 user interface– a video from Microsoft.
Videos
- Cool juggling routine.
- Terry Tate the office linebacker – for you office dwellers.
- NBC’s tech support – very funny Conan stuff.
- Smart Animals – as the name implies. Very nice.
Today’s link-a-palooza
- YouOS – the web (based) operating system. A lot of AJAX goodies. (via Digg)
- BMW lights Airbus planes interior – with real-sky simulation.
- How to write a makefile – a tutorial. (via Digg)
- Speakeasy Connection Speed Test – an online utility. (via Digg)
- Windows Vista Screenshots – in case you’re interested on how the next version of Windows looks like. (via Digg)
- In what language do deaf people think? – Very interesting read. (via Digg)
Today’s link-a-palooza
- “Teenage” Furniture – if that’s what you call furniture with a secret porn stash.
- Motorized Pool Lounger – to go with your RC shark.
- Tips to increase cell phone battery life (via PalmAddicts)
- 11 ways to backup your del.icio.us bookmarks – if you use del.icio.us. (via Download Squad)
- What not to eat (over your keyboard) – kind of funny. (via Lifehacker)
- Mixed Reality Interface video – very cool. (via Digg)
- Pepper substance causes prostate cancer cells to kill themselves – very interesting. (via Digg)
Today’s link-a-palooza
- Peeking Into Google – an interesting article about the way Google does its search and keeps its data. Pretty amazing. (via Digg)
- When and how to use Internet image formats – a guide.
- A programmer’s perspective of The Matrix trilogy – if you’re a fan. (via Digg)
Today’s link-a-palooza
- IBM will not use Windows Vista, but will move to Linux desktops – I wonder if this is just marketing hype or the real thing. (via Digg)
- Simple ways to make yourself far cleverer – a seven days plan. Let me know if it works :) (via Digg)
- Students create plant that “glows” when thirsty – gene modifying fun. (via Digg)
- Pill Takers Cup – a nice low tech gadget to help you take your pills. (via Gizmodo)
- Top 10 Geek Watches – if you’re into that kind of stuff. (via Gizmodo)
- Practical Tips For Boosting The Performance Of Windows Forms Apps – for .NET developers.
Today’s link-a-palooza
I’m very busy today, so the list is short. See you tomorrow (hopefully).
- ThemeXP – a website for Windows XP modding. (via Download Squad) (EDIT: Link removed because ThemeXP installs spyware with their wallpapers.)
- Futurama pinball table – geeky coolness.
- Make Windows 3.1 Look Like Windows XP – but why?
- Web users only visit six sites – interesting.
KPL – Kids Programming Language
KPL, or Kids Programming Language, is a Microsoft backed project to let children write computer programs. It is based on the .NET Framework and features an IDE similar to Visual Studio. The programming language itself is similar to Visual Basic, only it allows very quickly to render cool programs and games for those kids who must have immediate gratification (pretty much all of them).
This long video on Microsoft’s Channel 9 website demonstrates KPL. If you have time, it’s pretty interesting.
Today’s link-a-palooza
- Microsoft backs down – from the declaration that in 6 months it will have a search engine better than Google’s.
- Silicon Valley Software Engineers Fight Club – CBS video. I cannot believe it myself. (via Digg)
- The Best Accidental Discoveries – nice and short article. (via Digg)
- The things Google may ask you – if you’re interviewing for a job. Puzzling. (via Digg)
Today’s link-a-palooza
- Quantum physics double slit experiment – a video explaining the strange phenomenon. Very interesting. (via Digg)
- Why Windows Vista Won’t Suck – a lengthy article explaining the new features of the next version of Windows, along with the meaning of these features.
- null at vtext – what happens when you choose an email address that causes all lost SMS messages to get to your cell phone. (via Slashdot)
- Speaking? Tips – tips for when you’re speaking in front of an audience. (via Lifehacker)
- Windows Vista Voice Recognition – 13 minute video. (via Digg)
- Get a free USB drive from Microsoft – answers are 2, True, True, True. (via Digg)