A detailed review of James Mickens’ 2015 essay advocating for simple, reliable technology over flashy innovations.
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Microsoft Word For Windows 1.1A, Native X64 Port
Microsoft releases Word for Windows 1.1a with a native X64 port, improving performance on modern hardware. The update is now available to users.
Step Into The World Of Tango On Google Arts & Culture
Google Arts & Culture now offers an immersive experience into the world of tango, featuring historical archives, dance videos, and cultural insights.
Monitor Size Myths That Hurt Productivity More Than They Help
Many believe bigger monitors boost productivity, but misconceptions about size may actually hinder your workflow—discover the truth to optimize your setup.
Meshdiff – Visually Compare Two STL Versions In The Browser, Client-side
Meshdiff introduces a client-side, browser-based tool for visually comparing two STL files, enhancing 3D model version control without server reliance.
Note-Taking And Personal Knowledge Management
Exploring recent developments in note-taking tools and personal knowledge management, their impact, and future directions.
Open Model Wars + Claire Stapleton’s Dishy Google Memoir + Substack’s Slop Fight
A look at the ongoing open model AI debate, Claire Stapleton’s revealing Google memoir, and Substack’s content moderation conflicts.
CodePen 2.0
CodePen has announced Version 2.0, introducing new features and a redesigned interface aimed at enhancing user experience and collaboration.
Microsoft Comic Chat is now open source
Microsoft has made Comic Chat, its classic chat client, open source, allowing developers to access and modify the software.
The Rust On ESP Book
A new book titled ‘Rust on ESP’ offers guidance on using Rust programming language for ESP32 microcontrollers, aiming to enhance embedded development.
