The subject of this post is a catchphrase you can hear in just about any technical discussion group. It’s usually stated in a cynical manner as justification for why something seemingly stupid has been incorporated into a piece of software. Today the BBC website has this article on why social networking sites now need a… Continue reading Think of the Children!
Month: November 2009
Google Earth’s Centre of the UK
When I start Google Earth, it centres my view over the United Kingdom. If I don’t tilt, turn or otherwise move the view and just zoom in, I eventually get down to an altitude of about 411 Metres. At the exact centre of my view is an advert for a McDonnalds restaurant at 517 Bourne… Continue reading Google Earth’s Centre of the UK
Miserable Politics
The term of the current UK government expires on 10th May 2010, about six months from now. Following that, a General Election has to be held on or before the 3rd June 2010. For me it’s a pretty sorry state of affairs as I have no faith in either of the main parties, one of… Continue reading Miserable Politics