Happy SysAdmin Appreciation Day to all of the System Administrators and IT Professionals out there! It seems like people/companies started getting more creative this year. For example, we have a trailer for a web series called SysAdmin, inspired by the XKCD comic Devotion to Duty. So, SysAdmins, enjoy the Friday and hopefully your clients are giving you a little bit of … [Read more...]
Java 7.0 Now Available For Download
Oracle has announced that Java 7 is available for download. This is mostly news for developers because the new Java 7 features obviously aren't implemented in code that you're likely to encounter for a while. There are some new networking and security features listed briefly but the bigger new features seem to be aimed toward developers. Java SE 7 delivers: Language changes … [Read more...]
WiredTree “Levels Up” VPS and Hybrid Hosting Plans
I've been with my current web host, WiredTree, for over a year now and it has been the best hosting experience I've had - which should explain why I recently renewed for another year. In addition to robust servers, fast speeds, and a personal best record for uptime, WiredTree has excellent customer support and prices. In the past few weeks, they've been working on leveling up … [Read more...]
The Netflix Relief Fund – #netflixrelieffund
I'll admit that some of the fervor that people have gotten over the Netflix model change has been a bit over the top. If what you're getting isn't worth the cost, cancel. That doesn't mean it can't be funny though. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7Vhxm6Dsgk (via Funny or Die) … [Read more...]
PMA Brings Lawsuit Against Illinois “Amazon Tax” Inside The State
Following the State of Illinois passing HB3659 and Governor Quinn signing it into law, the Performance Marketing Association brought a lawsuit against Illinois over the nexus tax in federal court. Since the beginning of June when the suit was filed, the jurisdiction of the case has been questioned. In response, PMA has dismissed its federal court action and filed the same … [Read more...]