GNOME 2.4.0
Posted in Computers on 11th September 2003
So, GNOME 2.4.0 is out. Exciting times indeed. Using 2.3.x from CVS has been pleasant and uneventful all along, so not many surprises. The great thing is how its all come together on time, with sane discussion of troubles along the way rather than the flamewars of old. Celebrated by...
Reunited with records
Posted in Updates on 7th September 2003
A rare weekend when England's cricket, football and rugby teams all seem to be suddenly winning! Saw the football match yesterday, which was possibly the least inspiring of my sport viewing options. Was amused/alarmed by St. George flag burning antics in Macedonian crowd! Busy times. Got lots of tidying, moving...
Dear Catastrophe Telephonist
Posted in Updates on 2nd September 2003
For the past two days, Telewest have left the Town Hall with at best a patchy phone service. Inbound was via the switch only, and out was randomly busy, unobtainable or just plain slow to go anywhere. This coincided with schools reopening after six weeks of holiday. Possibly the most...