Monthly ArchiveOctober 2005
Themeparks Tom M on 30 Oct 2005
Alton and Thorpe at Night
Following two excellent park visits, I’ve posted some night-time photos of both Thorpe Park and Alton Towers in the photo gallery.
Computer Security Tom M on 27 Oct 2005
Get Safe OnLine
The UK Government (along with a fairly long list of big names) has produced a new on-line guide to being safe online - with advice about virus, spyware, phishing, spam, firewalls as well as sections on backups and and WiFi
More important (especially for newcomers to computers, and those of you reading this who know people who will be getting their first PC in the run up to Christmas) is the 10 minute checklist covering everything for a Windows PC, plus sections on Wireless networks, firewalls etc.
It’s been well written in plain English, and although that page is aimed at the beginner, there’s plenty for experienced computer users too, as well as sections on protecting your family and even a section for small businesses too.
This is a must read website for anyone who uses any kind of computer on the internet.
In The News & Science & Technology & TV Tom M on 24 Oct 2005
NTL PVR ASAP?
Enough acronyms in the title?
Seriously, following the recent merger with Telewest, NTL are launching a PVR (Personal Video Recorder) product…
For the benefit of the uninitiated - this is Sky+ for Cable.
For the benefit of the very uninitaited - the cable box can store programmes, and allow you to watch them at any time.
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Humour & Science & Technology Tom M on 24 Oct 2005
Microsoft Programmers to share your pain
Microsoft’s latest Showtime video explains how their programmers will share the pain their bugs cause…
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Needless to say it’s in Windows Media format…
General Tom M on 24 Oct 2005
It began a year ago…
A year of blogging has passed… since the First Post was published, I’ve written about Windows Security (far too many times), Fuel Prices, Movies, Rollercoasters, Harry Potter, my personal battle with my Weight…
It’s been a mixed year, with both happy and sad times. Its been an interesting journey, and I thank all my readers here for making that journey with me - and now, the journey continues…
Articles and Essays & Themeparks Tom M on 20 Oct 2005
The Chronology of Alton Towers
The Chronology of Alton Towers has been moved into the “Features” section of this site.
Science & Technology Tom M on 19 Oct 2005
A New template
Well, this is your first look at the new site template - I’m fairly happy with it - although there’s a few more tweaks to come - but I just don’t have time to do them tonight (need to sleep!)
Let me know what you think!
