Author Archives: Alvin Trusty

Creative Commons from a professional’s standpoint

Posted on January 9, 2008 by Alvin Trusty

Here’s a different view on Creative Commons from Dan Heller, a professional photographer.  Dan sees the downfall of CC resulting from misuse by the little guy.  Here is the simple example he gives: -A pro photographer places a copyrighted photo on … Continue reading →

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Could someone have listened?

Posted on January 8, 2008 by Alvin Trusty

I wrote about this a month ago and now ESPN has picked it up (undoubtedly not from my blog).  After the BCS debacle this year, maybe we could have a four-team playoff.  It will be at least 2010 before it … Continue reading →

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Got Bluetooth

Posted on January 7, 2008 by Alvin Trusty

I am now one of those people walking around with a flashing blue light in my ear. I did a little research and found one of the best priced Bluetooth headsets on the market is the Jabra BT250.  I can … Continue reading →

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Powramid

Posted on January 6, 2008 by Alvin Trusty

Here is a new design for a power strip from Kreative Power.  It’s called a Powramid and should be available for purchase in February.  The idea behind the Powramid is the create a six-plug power strip oriented so all the … Continue reading →

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Jott

Posted on January 5, 2008 by Alvin Trusty

Buzz is a real inspiration to me.  He is a retired superintendent that has a working understanding of technology.  That is an unusual combination. Over lunch today he showed me his latest time-saving technique using a technology that he read about … Continue reading →

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