Author Archives
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Microsoft’s Cloud Prison
In April Microsoft plans to release a new device on the unsuspecting workers of the world. Its name is Windows 365 Link. Microsoft’s YouTube advertisement explains that the new device will be secure because it will have, “No local admin… Read More ›
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PTOs and WFH
For years, my company has offered an unlimited paid time off (PTO) plan, and if you run a business—particularly a small business — you should seriously consider doing the same. Maybe you’ve considered this in the past and shrugged it… Read More ›
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The Phantom V Fold2 5G
At first glance the Phantom V has a lot going for it; decent specs and a design that feels familiar and new at the same time. Seems there is an Android world outside of Samsung after all…
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The Science of Steps and Mental Health
Higher Steps, Lower Symptoms: Individuals achieving 10,000 or more steps per day experienced significantly fewer depressive symptoms compared to those taking fewer than 5,000 steps (SMD, -0.26; 95% CI, -0.38 to -0.14). Incremental Gains: Each additional 1,000 daily steps correlated… Read More ›
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Don’t use Apple’s Measure app for proper measuring
I decided to use the Apple Measure app to measure up before we bought some carpets for our hallway, stairs and lounge. Boy was that a mistake! The following measurements came back- Lounge 3.72 x 3.61 metresStairs 80cm widthHallway (top)… Read More ›
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‘Stop wearing it’
“It finally happened; I’ve been waiting for this one,” TikToker Beatrice, also known as the Anti Plastic Lady (@antiplasticlady), said. In a viral TikTok with more than 1.3 million views, Beatrice shared a recent study from the University of Notre… Read More ›
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What does your workspace say about you?
I have always been fascinated by the workspace setups that some people have and the minimalist way they design them. Part of me admires the clean aesthetics, but another part wonders if it is done to look good rather than… Read More ›
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The problem with wellness trackers
For context, I received Whoop as a gift last Christmas. I learned some helpful things in the first months and even bought one for my wife. Though in the last 9 months of using Whoop, there have been no new… Read More ›
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The DSKY Moonwatch
The DSKY was an integral component of the Apollo space program, playing a critical role in the success of the Apollo space missions. It served as the primary interface between the astronauts and the spacecraft’s guidance, navigation and control computer…. Read More ›
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Fixing multiple major problems quickly will only make things worse
I was delighted when the Labour Party won the recent election and kicked the Tories out after 14 years of misery. I am fairly certain that they have good intentions and that they are very competent, but it would appear… Read More ›
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