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Some people have their one true calling. The single endeavor they were meant to pursue. For some of us, this is not the case. Those visiting this website will experience just a few of my past and current interests including computers, technology, and cycling. If you wish to only view cycling related items, you can select “bikology” from the main menu. Selecting “technicalities” limits content to computer and electronics related subjects.

Technicalities

Christmas at Ground Zero

 November 4, 2015 2:00 pm

As the holiday season approaches, it's time to finally put that "War on Christmas" nonsense to rest. Historically, Christmas is a time when soldiers have laid down their weapons. Given Christ's reputation, I doubt he would be happy about declaring war in his name concerning the day you celebrate his birth.

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Technicalities

Scam-o-Rama

 September 22, 2015 6:46 pm

The majority of us are happy with our limited computer knowledge. If we can get to our e-mail and check our Facebook page, maybe buy a sweet set of earphones off of Amazon, we're happy. Read on and listen to hear how the typical phone scam sounds.

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Technicalities

The Walled Garden and Security

 September 21, 2015 8:02 pm

This week one of the largest breaches of iOS software was disclosed. The breach came about due to a hacked version of Xcode. Dubbed XcodeGhost, the exploit uses a hacked version of Xcode to install additional code which can be used for password phishing and limited  collection of other data on the device.

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Bikology

Welcome New Riders – Please Ride Safe

 September 11, 2015 3:02 pm

When I first began riding, I started by doing solo long distance rides or rides with just a couple of friends. I felt extremely comfortable with my riding before I even attempted to ride with a larger group and even then I wasn't as safe a rider as I am now. Cycling used to be a mostly male dominated sport, but that has changed and it's great that this has changed because everyone should get to experience the benefits and joys of this wonderful sport. More women and men are riding today than ever before, and this is amazing.

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Technicalities

Shut the Front Door!

 September 7, 2015 12:41 pm

A few years ago our garage door opener broke. What has me thinking about it now is that the new one wants a new back up battery and has been complaining about it. This has brought back memories of installing a garage door opener for the first time and the "incidents" which soon followed.

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Bikology

The Rule of Three

 September 3, 2015 7:56 pm

During the many years I spent working at bicycle shops, I came up with this philosophy about how bicycles work or don't work. I call this "The Rule of Three." It's not exactly the same as the superstitious belief that "bad things come in threes." The rule simply states that you can have three very minor issues with your drivetrain and it will probably still work. On the fourth issue, it will stop working as it should.

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