Author: malliemcg
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Ubuntu 6.06 LTS (Dapper Drake) CDs availbile from shipit free
ShipIt lets you request Ubuntu 6.06 LTS (Dapper Drake) CDs that will be posted to you free of charge. – I almost managed to get this one on digg before anyone else, so close but so far. None the less Ubuntu CD’s for everyone :D. read more | digg story
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Taking a screenshot within Media Player
Windows Media Player (WMP 9 and 10) can infact take screenshots. The standard windows “Print Screen” functionality which leaves you with a blank box when used is unable to take screenshots, because to speed up and make video playback smooth things like Media Player and most DVD software use something called “video overlay” which effectivly…
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Pangaea – Manuka, ACT
Post the exploration event today Nat, Clare, Dave, Belinda and I had a bite to eat at Pangaea in Manuka this evening. (We picked Belinda up on the way) The specials were all seafood and the regular menu had? a somewhat Italian inspiration, with a style all of its own (decidedly not Italian). The service…
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The Quest for Backdrops/Screensavers (Pierces Creek, ACT)
Today, Nat, Clare, Dave and I went on a bit of a hunt for some decent screensavers or Desktop Backgrounds in the area of Pierces Creek (behind Cotter, before Tidbinbilla in the ACT). The reason behind this is that on the return journey from yesterdays Sunday School outing there were a great many views that…
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Joystiq Video of Wired Spore event featuring Will Wright and Robin Williams
It’s a big honking file, but we have video of the Spore Wired Event from last night as well as interviews with both Robin WIlliams and Will Wright. Enjoy! — I must watch this. Anything with Spore is interesting, and if Robin Williams is involved, I hope its funny! read more | digg story
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New Experiences : Krispy Kreme – Glazed Doughnuts
While food and drink section might be a little too ambitious for this topic, I had my first Krispy Kreme doughnut today. And they are wrong, evil, bad wrong. They need to be placed on controlled substances lists globally. For mass produced donught generica these are damn nice. I am scared what might happen when…
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Barossa Valley Estate “Epiphany” – Shiraz (2002)
This wine while relativly young, has character, its fruity, yet has a subtle hint of earthy oaks, and a nice spicy finish. Nestling in the 12-17 price range, its a not a bad drop for when friends pop over. I like this one enough that I think it will become my “house red” – the…
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nmap downloadable for XNmap 3.0 users
Just a short update to let people know that the ever useful XNmap 3.0 now has a packaged version of nmap (command line interface, that XNmap is a GUI wrapper for) available for download . Grab if it you need it 😀
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Stepping Stone (Padthaway) – Shiraz (2003)
A relatively nice Shiraz that is designed to be drunk about now (2006). Its not overly complex and relies on oakey flavours for the bulk of its tastiness. Its overall not a bad drop, an enjoyable drink to be shared with friends. Remember please that alcohol should only be consumed in moderation, and if you…
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Hardys Oomoo – Shiraz 2004
This wine hailing from the Mclaren Vale in South Australia is an insult to the region and they should get upset with their label designer. They mis-spelled the name – swap the M for an N and you have it right, oonoo this is one horrible vinegar tasting wine. AVOID IT! ’nuff said M