IP addresses aren't very exciting.Trying to communicate with people about IP addresses is far from easy, so it's nice to see that ICANN have published a guide to IPv6 for human beings! … [Read more...] about IPv6 For Humans
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Pet Hates – “Useful” Error Messages
I get hit with "useful" error messages on a regular basis.Today's little chestnut, that was driving me mad, came courtesy of the PayPal API. Paypal have a "charming" habit of modifying things on your account if you make the slightest change to ANYTHING. Of course they don't tell you this explicitly, so I spent a good part of the day trying to add funds to our eNom account to be … [Read more...] about Pet Hates – “Useful” Error Messages
Pet Hates – Auto-responders
I use email a lot. I guess everyone does these days!One of the things that drives me mad is auto-responders. While they can be used very effectively they're usually not.A good use of an autoresponder would be a specific email address that you send a blank mail to in order to get back information.Unfortunately most people who setup autoresponders don't seem to think it … [Read more...] about Pet Hates – Auto-responders
The Ultimate Remote Control?
I recently upgraded my TV and surround sound system, so I've now got a battery of remote controls!It's kind of annoying, as I've now got to battle with:TV remoteDVD / Surround sound remoteSky boxStereoTo switch from a DVD to watching a flick on Sky involves messing about with three of them.. And that can get mighty confusing.So what's the solution?It seems that universal remote … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Remote Control?
Golden Spiders Need A New Web
Golden Spiders have sent out yet another email this morning.Of course the links in the email might be more useful if the site was actually up and running ....I got this: … [Read more...] about Golden Spiders Need A New Web