Wednesday, August 17, 2005

World Grid - Help the World and your self

World Grid

Who we are
World Community Grid's mission is to create the largest public computing grid benefiting humanity. Our work is built on the belief that technological innovation combined with visionary scientific research and large-scale volunteerism can change our world for the better. Our success depends on individuals - like you - collectively contributing their unused computer time to this not-for-profit endeavor.

How can you help
Simply donate the time your computer is turned on, but would normally lie idle, for projects that benefit humanity. Like a screensaver, grid technology is easy to use, safe and free. When you are ready to use your computer, the grid software will shut itself off until the next time your computer is idle. To learn more, click on Become a Member. Or to start volunteering your PC time now, click the button below.

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Saturday, August 13, 2005

Wil Wheaton, actor, author and geek

If you are interested in hearing a great podcast then you can go no furhter than this very inspiring and raw presentation by Will Wheaton. I personally found it very powerful and open. Please enjoy http://www.itconversations.com/shows/detail220.html This is put into two parts so wyou will need to download both parts.

I have just purchased his book "Just a Geek" which again is great. Make your own mind up and see what you think.