I've spent all week screwing with my new work laptop. Most of my frustration is based on company policies and a feckless Helpdesk. It was supposed to automatically restore based on the backup from my old laptop. It did. They put a 'restored files' folder on my desktop. I didn't have delete permissions. So all … Continue reading Go Towards the Light →

I've been in network security in a past life. There's a balance between complexity (such as passwords) and irritation (like auto locking the desktop). Crank down too hard, and humans start thwarting your efforts. For instance, make the password parameters too tough, and your workers will write it on a sticky, or under their keyboard. … Continue reading Done Tom Turkey →

IPhones have great cameras these days. But I find that when I want to catch a good shot, I run into their limitations. For instance, if you zoom in, the resolution suffers. This is sort of a big deal, since when I try to take images of the dogs, or even birds around here, they … Continue reading Upping My Game →

When I walk the dogs, or do any walking, in the cool air, I prefer boots. Matter of fact, I'll wear boots most of the year, except when it's hot. I had a pair of Irish Setter work boots that I loved, that they no longer make. These are 83603 work boots. I prefer the … Continue reading Boot Update →