Spout update
The team at spout.com has updated their site to include some new features when browsing a move. You can see these features here (http://www.spout.com/films/5109/default.aspx) (Cannonball Run 2) You should join the spout revolution.
Great list of ASP.net tips
Scott Watermasysk has a great list of tips for using ASP.net (http://scottwater.com/archive/quick-tips-for-asp-net-part-one/) I for one did not know the “never use a label” tip. After discussing with the guys from work a Literal is the beter method.
Vista – system restore preferences
In Windows XP you could set the amount of disk space you wanted the system restore to use. In Vista it auto Magically tries to set it for you and does not give you an easy way to change it. I found that they now call this shadowstorage. To adjust this you have to use the gold old CMD prompt (DOS) …
Vista – I am now running vista on my work Laptop
It is going ok so far. I have had to overcome some issues with compatibility with applications and just overall performance. I was expecting vista to be user friendly. What I have found it is a bit difficult to find what you are looking for. However, they have built some great technology to search for what you want. It just happens …
Xserver for windows
For those of you who have linux machines at home and use windows at work here is a great way for you to have your linux apps on your windows machine. I typically find myself needing a simple app written for linux but only have a windows machine handy. I have a linux box at home and can connect via ssh, …
Virtual PC (VPC)
People always ask me what OS do I use. And I have to admit I just switched to Vista. And with that change I put a serious issue in front of my. I can no longer develop in older applications (visual studio 2003). So to get around this I use VPC (virutal PC’s) I have used these in the past to …
Self Signing SSL for IIS
Many people have emailed me about how to setup and ssl on their development environment or internal sites without paying for a certificate. Here are the steps to secure your local IIS server (windows 2003) with a self signing ssl. You will need to download the IIS 6.0 Resource kit from Microsoft – http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/thankyou.aspx?familyId=56FC92EE-A71A-4C73-B628-ADE629C89499&displayLang=en Install just the selfssl (or everything if …
Gizmodo – And the Winner Is
A friend of mine has just won a cool vista give away from Gizmodo. Dan Woolston (www.danwoolston.com) submitted a picture of his Tatoo to win a few goodies from Gizmodo. Check out the goodies and tatoo here (http://www.danwoolston.com/Home/tabid/36/EntryID/272/Default.aspx). Congrats to Dan.
Tax Time again
I do love tax time. Not sure why, I think it is because I used to work at a accounting firm. Once again I get to choose a tax software. I have been using TaxCut for the past 2 years and started to wonder if I should switch back to turbotax. I migrated to TaxCut when turbotax added a piece of …
David Beckham is on his way
News Post from the Galaxy: http://la.galaxy.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20070111&content_id=81598&vkey=pr_lag&fext=.jsp&team=t106 The MLS finally has a cover boy or player to attract non soccer fans and soccer fans alike. I am already planing a trip over to Chicago to watch the fire play the Galaxy. Not to mention that a few players that I like already play for the Fire and Galaxy. I have heard mixed …
WordPress 2.1
Well the new version of wordpress (www.wordpress.org) is coming out tomorrow. I am debating if I should upgrade. I always hate to upgrade to new technologies unless I know what to expect or have an issue. With the few blogs that I do use I think I have the need to upgrade based on 2 items from the following list. http://www.technosailor.com/10-things-you-should-know-about-wordpress-21/ …
SSL Certificate Questions
I often get questions from both administrators and developers on the best way to secure their sites. By secure they are almost always talking about SSL (Secure Sockets Layer – more info). They ask which ssl provider is the best? Is it hard to setup? What does it cost? Which of the cheaper providers are the best? Should I self ssl? …
IE tools
I currently use Firefox for all my browsing needs. I still find times where I have to use IE as the browser (I.E. 7). Our time entry system at the office needs IE to allow for text entry. I have also noticed that one of the online applications I use requires IE for it’s navigation. Other than that, I am always …
Mobile devices
I am a firm believer in mobile computing. I have a pocket pc (that I only use at home). It controls my home stereo and music. I also have a cingular 2125 a “candy bar” style smart phone. I really do appreciate this phone when I am out of town. First, i went away for training last week for 4 days. …
Server Crash
Well we had a server crash and I lost all my posts from August on. Not that I have been blogging much. With a new year starting I am going to try and keep the content flowing. New version of IIS reporter coming out. I have a new site launching with a new app as well. (more to come) Hopefully that …