Category Archives: diversion

Evolution of a social software platform fad

Posted on Friday, February 17, 2012 by Rex Hammock

When I see a web-based startup hit a period of “traction” and being “it,” I think back over the past 12 or so years and realize I’ve seen this pattern before: Geeky friends of the geek who created it start … Continue reading →

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Happy American Boxing Day

Posted on Monday, December 26, 2011 by Rex Hammock

In the U.S., we don’t have Boxing Day. In the U.S., the day after Christmas is, well, the day after Christmas. However, when Christmas is on Sunday, the federal holiday is Monday, the 26th. That means that today is an … Continue reading →

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Saturday-afternoon project: Server-rack standup desk

Posted on Saturday, October 22, 2011 by Rex Hammock

I’ve been wanting a stand-up desk at work and have been keeping my eye out for a drafting table like one I have at home — a beautiful old  piece I found, and my incredibly talented wood-working and artist father-in-law … Continue reading →

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A Pacman post

Posted on Sunday, April 1, 2007 by Rex Hammock

This post has absolutely nothing to do with Adam Pacman Jones. Tweet Related posts: Miss Pacman, no more From the Pacman Jones mailbag Pacman needs some love, people The game ends for Pacman

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On the last work day before Christmas, the rexblog gave to me…

Posted on Friday, December 22, 2006 by Rex Hammock

A day-long, growing list of 12 productivity-busting web ditties: geoGreeting: Send a message via this Google Earth mashup that utilizes a font comprised of building-footprints shaped like letters that have been found on Google Earth. ElfYourself.com: It’s funny — especially … Continue reading →

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