Johnny Cash Is Dead

Posted in SHOFT on 12th September 2003

I had a really busy day and didn't get to check my phone until leaving work. My friend had sent me an SMS message to say Johnny Cash was dead sometime this morning. I really thought he was immortal - he's been around forever as far as I'm concerned after...

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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...

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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...

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