From time to time it's handy to be able to see exactly which process is using a particular port on a Linux system - especially if you're debugging issues. This command will let you see exactly what's going on - you simply change the port number: lsof -i:80 If you need the standard port numbers you can check this list … [Read more...] about Checking Which Ports Are Doing What On Linux
Google 404 Updated?
I'm not sure if I'm imagining this or not, but it looks like Google might have updated their 404 page: … [Read more...] about Google 404 Updated?
Air Boss Rocks!
Image by blacknight via FlickrAs I mentioned before Christmas, I was looking into carry on bags.In the end I opted for the Red Oxx Air Boss and added the laptop bag as well.I got to try it out properly this week when I was over in Brussels.Packing 4 days worth of clothes and various other bits and bobs into the bag wasn't an issue and the shoulder straps on both the main bag … [Read more...] about Air Boss Rocks!
Apple Keyboards – Which One Is Best?
Image via WikipediaMy work desktop was dying a painful death and so had to be replaced with something a bit saner. Of course by "saner" I mean a faster Mac, as I've been converted to the dark side for quite some time now!Unfortunately the keyboard that came with my new "toy" is tiny.I've got quite big hands and type reasonably fast, so I'm finding the new slim keyboard quite … [Read more...] about Apple Keyboards – Which One Is Best?
Solving An Irish Voting Problem
Ireland is a wonderful country in many respects. One of its weaknesses, however, is that its electoral system has some flaws. If you are not physically in Ireland at the time of an election you cannot vote. So if you are overseas, like so many Irish citizens are, then you have no say in any Irish election. Other countries have systems and processes that ensure that citizens get … [Read more...] about Solving An Irish Voting Problem