Off-Topic Computer Ramblings

June 30, 2004 on 3:52 pm | In Web/Tech |

I thought I’d mention some off-topic computer tidbits….

I have been trying out Windows XP Service Pack 2 (beta) on my computer at home (you DO NOT want to install something like that on your main computer…just in case it wipes out your computer…nothing worse than spending billable time (or paying someone) to fix your tinkering). I don’t know that I notice much of a difference other than the fact that the firewall is turned on by default (a good thing) and the wireless settings/connection has been reworked. The full scoop on what is different can be found in the latest “Scot’s Newsletter” (which is worth subscribing to).

Earlier today, Ernie the Attorney posted on “Internet Explorer: not ready for prime time,” talking about alternatives to IE. It amazes me how often he reads my mind…I (who hasn’t used anything but IE for years), a few days ago, downloaded the new “FIREFOX” browser put out by Mozilla. I must say, it was pretty slick…downloading all of my cookies, settings, bookmarks, etc. It seems to be faster than IE at loading pages…maybe it is just me. It is worth checking out…

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