Continuing the tradition I started back in 2010 (see past years), here are three words that describe themes I intend to focus on this year. They aren’t "resolutions" as much as areas of activity. "Themes" is a good way to think about them. HEALTH Carrying this one over from last year… because sadly not a great amount has changed over the past 12 months. I have let my weight creep up to where I am about 30 pounds over where I should be (and where I was back in 2011). I haven’t been exercising. I have some dental issues to…
Dec 13
Deadline of Friday, Dec 15, for Nominations to Internet Society Board of Trustees (Featured Blog)
As I noted last month, this Friday, December 15, 2017, at 15:00 UTC is the deadline to nominate someone for the Internet Society’s Board of Trustees. Anyone who supports the mission of the Internet Society is welcome to submit a nomination (for yoursel…
Dec 05
TDYR 348 – “Acoustic Speakers” and Smartphones
Did you know you probably have many “acoustic speakers” in your home? I was amused this weekend to see devices marketed as an “acoustic speaker” this weekend….
Dec 04
TDYR 347 – Failing at NaPodPoMo 2017… but learning good lessons
I failed at NaPodPoMo 2017 – 30 podcasts in 30 days – but took away some important lessons about how to do it better next time…
Nov 14
Watch Live – IETF 100 Plenary Panel on the Future of the Internet
What is this future of the Internet? What will the Internet look like in 30 years? On Wednesday, November 15, three prominent strategists will gaze into the future and share their unique perspectives. This panel on “The Internet, a look forward: Social, political, and technical perspectives” is part of the IETF 100 plenary session streaming […]
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Nov 11
TDYR 346 – How I Record This Podcast using Hindenburg Field Recorder
How do I record on my iPhone? What is my workflow? I was asked that question and thought I would answer through an episode. The main app I use is the Hindenburg Field Recorder…
Nov 10
TDYR 345 – Twitter’s 280 Characters – initial thoughts
Twitter just moved from 140 to 280 characters. In this episode I relay some of my thoughts about this change. What do YOU think about it?
Nov 09
TDYR 334 – Logitech’s Bricking of Harmony Link Devices – and “ownership” in the world of the IoT
Logitech announced to owners of Harmony Link devices that those devices will stop working in March 2018. They will be “bricked”. While Logitech responded to the furor by eventually doing the right thing and offering free upgrades, this speaks to the la…
Nov 08
TDYR 343 – The Indigenous Connectivity Summit – Internet access through community networks
How do indigenous communities across North America connect to the Internet? What are the benefits and opportunities? How do they make it happen? These are questions being discussed at the Indigenous Connectivity Summit (ICS) on November 8-9, 2017, in S…
Nov 07
TDYR 342 – Silencing Notifications and Embracing Boredom
We live in a world where we never need to be bored. Distraction is just a smartphone away. But is that the right way to be? Are WE in control of our attention? Or do we let others control our attention? Should we let some boredom into our lives to gene…
