Fonts Used In Logos of Popular Websites

Ever wonder what font was used for that dynamite logo? This article uncovers the Fonts Used In Logos of Popular Websites. The article contains a number of useful links and references for every web developer.

Flash Animations for Physics

A physicist is used to understanding the world from a mathematical perspective. If there's any visualization going on, it's usually in your head or a simple graph or chart on paper.

These flash visualizations at Flash Animations for Physics show another side of physics that can be appreciated by anyone, regardless of your math or physics background.

How a Web Design Goes Straight To Hell

For a humorous take on web design, visit How a Web Design Goes Straight To Hell. If you've ever designed a website for someone you'll be lyao in your cube.

If tech humor isn't your thing, try out some of the other cartoons at The Oatmeal. I found Seven Reasons to Keep Your Tyrannosaur Off Crack Cocaine to be very illuminating.

Physicalization

Physicalization is a new trend in the server market. What is physicalization, Moore's law in reverse? Is it a complement to or a replacement for virtualization? Read the article at Ars Technica to find out more.

Migrating to SSD

MySpace just converted their datacenter hard drives to SSD. While the smaller size and lower power consumption were compelling reasons to make the switch, the biggest reason was performance increase. As SSD prices continue to drop, more datacenters will find it cost effective to make the migration to this new technology, especially where performance is critical.

Cool Timer

Cooltimer is a "simple, no-nonsense, handy timer utility with a cool, customizable interface. Can be used like an oven timer, alarm clock, or stopwatch."

What do I use it for?
Timing my tea.

Why do I use it?
Because it's cool!

Web-based Image Editor - Phoenix

Aviary is on a mission to make creation accessible to artists of all genres, from graphic design to audio editing. The tools are entirely web-based. For starters, try the image editor Phoenix.

How to prolong lithium-based batteries

Certain factors can shorten the lifetime of your lithium-ion battery. By following these guidelines you can get more cycles from your battery.

• Avoid heat. Store batteries in a cool place. Take out the batteries if you are plugging the appliance to main power.
• Avoid full discharges. Lithium-ion batteries do not have a memory, so partial recharges are no big deal.
• Store at 40% charge. Fully charged or discharged batteries don't last as long. Discharged batteries also run the risk of failure if left too long.

For more information, read the article "How to prolong lithium-based batteries".

Just a Reminder

Daylight Saving Time begins March 8, so set your clock one hour ahead the night before.

Quote of the Day

On two occasions I have been asked [by members of Parliament!]: 'Pray, Mr. Babbage, if you put into the machine wrong figures, will the right answers come out ?' I am not able rightly to apprehend the kind of confusion of ideas that could provoke such a question.
:: Charles Babbage

The Universal Language

Profanity is the one language all programmers know best.
:: Anonymous

Shakespeare in C, anyone?

#define QUESTION ((bb) || !(bb))
:: William Shakespear