Month: May 2005

Commute delays grow as traffic shifts outward

Commute delays grow as traffic shifts outward. Not only is the commute getting worse in and around Boston, but traffic congestion is now popping up in new places. [Boston Globe — Front Page]

The Potential for an SSH Worm

The Potential for an SSH Worm. SSH, or secure shell, is the standard protocol for remotely accessing UNIX systems. It's used everywhere: universities, laboratories, and corporations (particularly in data-intensive back office services). Thanks to SSH, administrators can stack hundreds of computers close together into air-conditioned rooms and administer them from the comfort of their desks.… Continue reading The Potential for an SSH Worm

RFC 2616, Section 9.1.1

RFC 2616, Section 9.1.1. Some folks keep pointing to section 9.1 of RFC 2616, the HTTP 1.1 spec, as the reason why they think Google is right and unsafe-GET websites are wrong. From the mentioned section: In particular, the convention has been established that the GET and HEAD methods SHOULD NOT have the significance of… Continue reading RFC 2616, Section 9.1.1

Resume tips for designers

Resume tips for designers. “A resume is the key to your success. Whether you’re job searching, freelancing or starting up a small business, your resume is what will get the ball rolling. A resume is your single greatest asset and first impression.”  [xBlog: The visual thinking weblog | XPLANE]

So where are all the Information Designers?

So where are all the Information Designers?. “…if there is so much demand for Information Design, where are all the Information Designers? It turns out that they are out there, in the business world, hiding under different names. Today, the practice of Information Design requires multiple skills such as graphic design, human factors design, writing… Continue reading So where are all the Information Designers?

Backpack

Backpack.  “Getting organized and getting things done couldn’t be easier: Gather your ideas, to-dos, notes, photos and files online. Set email and mobile reminders so you don’t forget the little things. Easily collaborate with others. Backpack is the personal information manager you’ve been craving. Perfect for individuals and small businesses.”  [xBlog: The visual thinking weblog… Continue reading Backpack

Tips on maintaining concentration

Tips on maintaining concentration. Great tips that are useful way beyond studying—really for any kind of work that requires your mind not to wander off on its own. [43 Folders]

Real Simple: 19-minute daily cleanup

Real Simple: 19-minute daily cleanup. In which I learn how to tidy the house in 19 minutes (and reluctantly confess my affection for _Real Simple_) [43 Folders]