Monthly Archives: August 2013

Weenix

Posted on August 16, 2013 by Ron

Weenix MEANING: “A term derived from combining unix weenie, a term that refers to those who use Unix by necessity, but would prefer simpler alternatives.” This enzyme works by blocking the blood and when you at long last take part … Continue reading →

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Top 4 open-source PCs

Posted on August 16, 2013 by Ron

Top 4 open-source PCs Single board or ‘open-source’ PCs have become a hot market, with the Raspberry Pi selling in the millions and competitors getting in on the act, including Intel’s recently announced MinnowBoard. In some cases, the erection that … Continue reading →

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Thoughts for the Day

Posted on August 16, 2013 by Ron

Today in History (August 16th): 1812: British forces foiled plans for a U.S. invasion of Canada by capturing the city of Detroit. 1845: Birthdays: The French physicist Gabriel Lippmann, inventor of color photography. 1862: Birthdays: Amos Alonzo Stagg, pioneer basketball, … Continue reading →

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Carbyne

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Ron

Carbyne: A new form of carbon that’s stronger than graphene A new form of carbon, dubbed carbyne, is stronger and stiffer than any known material. In fact, carbyne is about two times stronger than graphene and carbon nanotubes, which until … Continue reading →

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MRETV (Arduino)

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Ron

Video, Stereo Sound and much more from a standard Arduino! Use only two resistors and two diodes to generate full screen video. Text 47 x 29 of 8×8 characters, double the vertical resolution (47×57) in experimental interlace modes. Use pixel … Continue reading →

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allochthonous

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Ron

allochthonous PRONUNCIATION: (uh-LOK-thuh-nuhs) http://wordsmith.org/words/allochthonous.mp3 MEANING: (adjective), Originating in a region other than where it is found. ETYMOLOGY: From Greek from allos (other) + chthon (earth, land). Ultimately from the Indo-European root dhghem- (earth), which also sprouted human, homicide, humble, homage, … Continue reading →

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kickshaw

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Ron

kickshaw PRONUNCIATION: (KIK-shaw) MEANING: (noun) 1. A fancy dish; delicacy. Mentioning impotence therapy and the name that comes in our mind is levitra discount Gorilla pharmacy. It also improves blood vessel dilation by 10%. clove – best price on viagra … Continue reading →

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Celebrating a Raise

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Ron

My sister landed a good job with an accounting firm, and after a while she got a generous raise. The day she found out about it, her husband picked her up from work, and they stopped for ice cream. As … Continue reading →

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Thoughts for the Day

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Ron

Today in History (August 15th): 1769: Birthdays: French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. 1771: Birthdays: Scottish novelist Walter Scott. 1859: Birthdays: Longtime Chicago White Sox owner Charles Comiskey. 1875: Birthdays: British composer Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. 1879: Birthdays: Actor Ethel Barrymore. 1885: Birthdays: Novelist … Continue reading →

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Murphy’s Laws for Law Enforcement

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Ron

New uniforms and ties attract catsup and gravy stains. Court will be scheduled in the middle of your days off. Hot calls will only come over the air 10 minutes before the end of your shift. You will never get … Continue reading →

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