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Why is a raven like a writing desk?

Thoughts both confusing and enlightening.

Why is a raven like a writing desk?

Thoughts both confusing and enlightening.

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elbeno, 1 July, 2008
  • Another book sale last weekend. A bit light on technical books this time, but I did snag quite a quantity of old SF paperbacks, and a box set of software engineering classics.
  • Of late, I’ve had some unsolicited interest in RotateAVI. There is a reported bug that causes it to hang on 0% though – I’ll have to track that one down.
  • California’s hands-free cellphone law came into effect today. Another way for the cops to get their revenue quota, with a very questionable basis in science.
  • Congratulations to Zach on both his latest releases.
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