VMware Player 3.0 and Network Configuration

I updated VMware Player to the latest version (3.0) on my home machine last night[1]. Wanted to check out the latest version and get a first hand look at the new features.

I pointed it to my trusty Xubuntu “security” virtual machine and booted up. I ran into a snag pretty quickly though. Seemed that the

Continue reading VMware Player 3.0 and Network Configuration



VMware Upgrade Policy Disappoints

I’m miffed. Darned close to full snit, actually.

A month and a half ago I bought VMware Workstation 6.5. The sale was just too good to pass up and I had a 30 day trial winding down. The timing was perfect and I was glad to make the purchase.

Shortly after that I ran into a bug.

Continue reading VMware Upgrade Policy Disappoints

Firebox Theming with Foxdie and Glasser

Today’s Firefox theme combo:

Foxdie (Graphite) – Leaner, thinner, arguably a bit Apple’ish, but I like it. A nice little quick-config menu is added to the left of the status bar.
Glasser for 3.5 – I’ve mentioned this before, but finally got around to stumbling over the updated version. Helps Firefox look much more “native” in Vista

Continue reading Firebox Theming with Foxdie and Glasser

Kindle for PC beta

I see Amazon has pre-announced the Kindle for PC beta. When I first saw this I’ll admit I was pretty excited – for about 30 seconds.

Get the best reading experience available on your PC. No Kindle required
Access your Kindle books even if you don’t have your Kindle with you
Automatically synchronizes your last page read and

Continue reading Kindle for PC beta

OpenDNS New Plans (and Initial Confusion)

Last month, the OpenDNS folks announced their upcoming Deluxe and Enterprise plans. I’ve been using their free service for quite some time now – I’ve even integrated into our small office as part of the security solution and have configured my home and several relatives’ home networks for it as well.

Lovely stuff. Based on their

Continue reading OpenDNS New Plans (and Initial Confusion)