Author Archives: Richard

Installing Ubuntu without a Live CD, floppy drive, or bootable USB

Posted on June 4, 2010 by Richard

I’ve taken on a Fujitsu LifeBook B3010D as a side-project, since I want an ultraportable computer to take around instead of my trusty MacBook. One troublesome aspect is that there is no built-in CD-ROM or floppy drive, and the BIOS … Continue reading →

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EFF’s 18th birthday party in SF tomorrow

Posted on January 6, 2009 by Richard

If you’re in San Francisco for Macworld or otherwise hanging out in the area, EFF is throwing a party at DNA Lounge [map] from 8pm to late on Wednesday, January 6, 2009. We’re asking for a $25 donation at the … Continue reading →

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Left 4 Dead’s cunning take on visual and game design

Posted on January 6, 2009 by Richard

I finally caved and got an Xbox 360 over the winter holiday, allowing me to delve into some of the great gaming I’ve been missing out on lately. Hearing about Left 4 Dead from a friend at work was one … Continue reading →

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EFF’s animated holiday greeting

Posted on December 17, 2008 by Richard

Please enjoy the “12 Days of EFF” animation below — ’tis a merry, animated jaunt through some of this years’ milestones in the fight for your digital rights. Learn more about this video and support EFF!

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OS X DVD Player region code dialog box

Posted on December 12, 2008 by Richard

This dialog box popped up when I tried to watch an IT Crowd DVD from the UK. (By the by, IT Crowd is hilarious and awesome; if you’re even the least bit geek-inclined, you will probably be rewarded should you … Continue reading →

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