I believe Schmuck is a Jewish or Yiddish term for a fool. But that was way back when I was a kid living in Ohio. So at that time, it was more simple ignorance then foolishness. Definitely not the more vulgar interpretation, I chose this word here because I have been thinking (70 years later) about one of my favorite snacks as a kid. It was peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. (PB&J) The jelly I...
Continue reading...The ID-monster Within
I discovered the personal id-monster that is present in FaceBook and other Internet based information sources. The id-monster also resides in the cable TV system. The personal id-monster is a reflection of me as these systems have been monitoring my activity in their computers for years. The system(s) build and hold a profile of every contact (information) I make with the systems. Recording what I view and classifying my interests. The more time spent the...
Continue reading...Being a Good Scout
On my honor, I (name) will do my best, to do my duty. To God and country. To be square, and obey the law of the pack. On my honor, I will do my best To do my duty, to God and my country, and to obey the Scout Law; To help other people at all times; To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight. The LAW: A Scout is: Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful,...
Continue reading...Basic Operations?
Spending a lot more time in/on my Linux computer for my everyday activities. Linux is not new to me. I have had a version of Linux running somewhere for over 50 years, My entire workshop of CNC machines run on Linux OS. The “distro” (version) running now in my office is Fedora, a free version of RedHat. Follow links for more info. Not “selling” Linux. Just that it IS an alternative to what is presently...
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