Win powered ATMs
by jpreardon on September 19, 2003
65% of ATMs will be running a version of the Windows OS by 2005. The Wired article goes into some detail of why this isn’t a security issue and how Windows integrates better with most bank’s corporate systems. It also (…)
Stealthy Dance
by jpreardon on September 15, 2003
Stealth Disco seems like a great way to liven up the atmosphere in any office. via BoingBoing
Isabel
by jpreardon on September 15, 2003
It looks like Hurricane Isabel is heading our way. I thought I would see what the city had to say about it, as it turns out they have quite a bit to say about hurricanes. First of all, my building (…)
Empire State AIDS Ride 1
by jpreardon on September 14, 2003
Forgive me as I am a couple weeks late in posting this, but I did not want to let this go unpublished. The Empire State AIDS Ride was a great experience! I am so glad to have been a part (…)
NYC's Young Homeless
by jpreardon on September 14, 2003
The New York Post is running a story on “New York’s New Beggars” today. It is a somewhat critical look at young homeless on the streets of New York. From the article: Welcome to the coddled lifestyles of New York’s (…)
Tribute in Light Up Close
by jpreardon on September 13, 2003
Here are a few early morning photos of the Tribute in Light Jeff shot Friday.
London Blackout Update
by jpreardon on September 12, 2003
The Guardian reports that last month’s blackout was caused by a 1 amp fuse. via BoingBoing
Open House New York
by jpreardon on September 11, 2003
Save the date! On October 11th and 12th, Open House New York will open 75 sites of architectural interest to the public. This free event includes sites in all five boroughs. “open house” projects have taken place in other cities (…)
New York Smoking Loophole
by jpreardon on September 4, 2003
NY1 and the New York Post report that there is a loophole in the state smoking ban that allows waivers to be granted to businesses than can prove financial hardship due to the ban. The catch? The New York City (…)
Etiquette for the Tech Set
by jpreardon on September 3, 2003
Textually links to several bits of advice we should all take note of. Techetiquette is Josh Rubin’s aptly titled blog on “How to use your gadgets without being totally annoying to everyone around you”. Also be sure to check out (…)