Author Archives: David K.

Amazon Locks Man Out of His Smart Home After Baseless Racism Accusation

Posted on June 14, 2023 by David K.

This issue has raised questions about the risks of smart home technology. Source: Amazon Locks Man Out of His Smart Home After Baseless Racism Accusation However, despite clearing the air with Amazon, Jackson’s account was still locked for an entire … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged , | Leave a comment

The Germans Hate Me

Posted on May 30, 2023 by David K.

I’m not clear what about my profile someone in Germany could find offensive, but here we are. I appreciate this notice, and the German law that required it. We should have more of this kind of thing, to reduce the … Continue reading →

Posted in Personal | Tagged | Leave a comment

It Happens

Posted on May 18, 2023 by David K.

I have great respect for Jason, but it feels like there’s an important point being elided here. Since her uncle owns it, Musk is accusing the Internet Archive of removing evidence of Taylor Lorenz’s online footprint, for the purpose of … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

ChatGPT, Answering the Serious Questions

Posted on May 16, 2023 by David K.

Can you suggest songs that are similar to Rock Lobster? — Certainly! “Rock Lobster” by The B-52’s is a unique and energetic song with a distinct sound. While it’s challenging to find songs that perfectly replicate its style, here are … Continue reading →

Posted in Personal | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is a Democrat challenging Biden. But what is his platform? | Fox News

Posted on May 13, 2023 by David K.

In announcing his long-shot candidacy for president Wednesday, Kennedy vowed to “end the corrupt merger of state and corporate power that is threatening now to impose a new kind of corporate feudalism on our country.” Source: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics | Tagged | Leave a comment

The responsibility is the reward

Posted on May 2, 2023 by David K.

  One of the straightest paths to purpose in life is to take responsibility for something (or someone). Becoming a person whose presence and competence benefits others. For both your sake and theirs. Jordan Peterson calls this the “meaningful burden” … Continue reading →

Posted in Personal | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Basecamp implodes as employees flee company, including senior staff

Posted on April 29, 2023 by David K.

After a controversial blog post in which CEO Jason Fried outlined Basecamp’s new philosophy that prohibited, among other things, “societal and political discussions” on internal forums, company co-founder David Heinemeier Hansson said the company would offer generous severance packages to … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Tucker Carlson departs Fox News, pushed out by Rupert Murdoch

Posted on April 25, 2023 by David K.

Source: Tucker Carlson departs Fox News, pushed out by Rupert Murdoch “Tucker Carlson’s departure from Fox News is, in part, an admission of the systemic lying, bullying and conspiracy-mongering claimed by our client, former top producer Abby Grossberg,” said Tanvir … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics | Tagged , | Leave a comment

The early days of Linux

Posted on April 15, 2023 by David K.

My name is Lars Wirzenius, and I was there when Linux started. Linux is now a global success, but its beginnings were rather more humble. These are my memories of the earliest days of Linux, its creation, and the start … Continue reading →

Posted in Programming | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Twitter, in a Nutshell

Posted on March 31, 2023 by David K.

Some mid account, posting a summary, of a news article, which says specifically the opposite of what he’s saying in the tweet…. 21.2K likes. The truth? Doesn’t even register. But it’s red meat for his audience, so… Where’s Elon’s vaunted … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics | Tagged , | Leave a comment