MUSINGS OF ME
Traffic, Transit, Technology & TeaWelcome to my corner of the web. Here, I share observations on modern mobility, urban planning, hands-on technology, and the quiet clarity found over a good cup of tea.
As an observer of both physical and digital systems, I write about the relationships between transit networks, traffic patterns, and the communities they serve. You’ll also find regular deep dives into Linux, web infrastructure, open-source tech, and spatial data/GIS; mapping our way toward a more connected, efficient future.
Because as any Starfleet officer would tell you, knowing your coordinates is half the journey.
Google I/O Keynote
There was a lot of information to consume at the 2015 Google I/O. Watch it here!
Protecting The Web We Weave
Recent reports of online, mobile and POS (Point-of-Sale) security breaches have started to erode our confidence in the reliability of the cloud. But have we focused too much on convenience? Or should we simply revert to best practices, for computing security? Time...
Is Your Data Shell-Shocked?
Well it did not take long for the Internet, and the world, to be introduced to a new threat. On the heels of the Heartbleed bug comes a new vulnerability, which may turn out to be far worse. The vulnerability, discovered in September of 2014, has ramifications across...
Who Manages Your Critical Health Data?
Are you using a developer or re-seller for your critical health records? Medical software is an important part of your medical practice. When you make a purchase be sure that you are working with a company that actually understands the field. You need someone who can...
Microsoft & Nokia — A New Direction
Well it looks like Microsoft has opted to go "all in". I can only hope that the move will totally reshape the mobile industry and Microsoft's future. By adding consumer hardware to it's portfolio Microsoft now gains the expertise of Nokia's long standing know-how in...
The Usefulness of Facebook
I am a user of Facebook, but not a real fan. By stating this some may feel it's pointless to read on. Well let me confess, I have tried to understand our global fascination with Facebook. Why is it so popular? What makes it different than any other platform? Is it...
Google Glass
Ultra cool! Not sure if we need to say anything else about Project Glass. A device that has future written all over it. However we have to remember that this is Google and they have a habit of introduction technology to push the masses forward. I wonder how long...
Cutting The Cord: My OTA, AppleTV & Netflix Experience
It's been more than two years and my over-the-air antenna, Apple TV and Netflix configuration has helped me to save a substantial amount of money. To be perfectly honest the experiment started when I began to observe that family members were not watching the TV;...
The Effects of Cybercrime
When you purchase a home it comes with a door and a lock. You always will make sure that the door/lock exist and that the lock is working properly. If you want you can aim to further secure your home against any threats. You may purchase a new security system, an...
Windows 7 – Just In Time For The Holidays!
If you are looking for a new PC look no further! The replacement for Windows Vista has arrived; delivering improved performance and productivity to all. Windows 7 reminds me of Windows XP, a pretty much solid OS that performs and just works as needed. Yes, it took...
How to Become Web Wise
The Internet has rapidly become a part of our daily lives. It has erased borders between communities and has changed the whole globe by becoming a single entity. It is a significant tool offering an unconstrained quantity of information and services from around the...
Protecting Yourself Against Identity Theft
The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) mandates rules businesses, organizations and individuals must follow in collecting and processing data in electronic form. However, in Canada, identity theft is the fastest growing form of...