Random Links Collection

  • Some bizarre predictions from the Past
  • Tricks of the Trade by Matthew Baldwin has some great tips from 30 different professionals. My favourite (I’ve done it myself) is from the IT Helpdesk recommendation to use the abbreviation “PEBKAC” in the resolution notes of a problem. Problem Exists Between Keyboard And Chair.
  • It turns out that despite your eye having a 576 megapixels resolution, most people cannot distinguish the difference in quality between a 300dpi and a 150dpi photo when printed at 6×4″, when viewed at normal viewing distances.
  • Site administrators use CAPTCHAs to prevent automated scripts from performing certain functions, such as creating an account, sending email to a distribution list, or participating in a discussion thread. This proposal suggests they’re needed for accessing the Internet.

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