John Alberts' Blog

This almost seems too easy to be true, but it looks like this is a framework for using Ajax in your webpages without using complicated javascript. http://zk1.sourceforge.net/

Vonage announced the launch of a Directed Share Program as part of its proposed initial public offering (IPO) of common stock, which will allow eligible customers to purchase shares at the IPO price. Hmm, been with Vonage since 2003. Should I invest? read more | digg story

Hiren’s Boot CD 7.9, Ultimate Boot CD Full 3.4, miniPE-XT 2K5.09.03, and MS-DOS 7.10 Super Boot Disk all in one CD. Amazing! read more | digg story

This guy rocks! What the web should be about, learning, information and knowledge - and all FREE & no adds! Awesome tutorials showing how to create flash presentations simply and easily. read more | digg story

This is one of the best sites I have seen to help with web design. I use it almost every time I open Dreamweaver. It provides color matching, color harmonies, a color calculator and more. If you ever needed help finding the right colors, this is THE place to go. read more | digg story

This guy wrote two extremely detailed analytical essays about the iconography and symbolism in Reloaded and Revolutions. Whether you loved or hated the movies, it’s a fascinating read. read more | digg story

A restaurant is being sued in federal court by a group representing songwriters for playing tunes written by Van Morrison, Dwight Yoakam and others without a license. B-M-I says damages could reach 750 dollars per song. I understand that this is currently the law, but it is complete crap. If a restaraunt is just playing music for background noise and not directly making a profit from it, they shouldn’t have to pay royalties.

A restaurant is being sued in federal court by a group representing songwriters for playing tunes written by Van Morrison, Dwight Yoakam and others without a license. B-M-I says damages could reach 750 dollars per song. I understand that this is currently the law, but it is complete crap. If a restaraunt is just playing music for background noise and not directly making a profit from it, they shouldn’t have to pay royalties.

How hard is it to really compromise a system? As an ethical hacking instructor, I get asked frequently. Simple answer - try hacking a lab system. There is real value in understanding what it really takes to defeat common security. This can’t be duplicated from listening to industry experts or simply reading books. You must try it for yourself. Pretty cool. read more | digg story

How hard is it to really compromise a system? As an ethical hacking instructor, I get asked frequently. Simple answer - try hacking a lab system. There is real value in understanding what it really takes to defeat common security. This can’t be duplicated from listening to industry experts or simply reading books. You must try it for yourself. Pretty cool. read more | digg story