Oh Microsoft ... Many years ago I interned at the Mobile Devices division at Microsoft. I wasn't the hugest fan of the company at the time as I embraced Linux and the open source movement. I thought innovation was being stifled and the high-tech behemoth had turned into reactionary instead of innovative. After getting an inside look at the company and the new devices coming, things weren't …
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Privacy and Social Networks
Everyone has one friend who is in love with facebook, twitter, or some other social network. They are a mini celebrity in their own mind. You not only know what they are doing, but where they are at all points, whether they are drunk or not, and possibly what music they are listening too. You also have the complete opposite. The "Facebook is taking over your life!" friend. They probably …
What exactly does “high-tech” mean?
I came to business school because I wanted to get into high-tech. I've known for a few years that is where I want to end up. Where else does an undercover nerd like me belong? Where else could I get paid to think, manage, and help produce the same items that my daily life hinges around? While visiting a bunch of schools and deciding where I would submit applications to, I was privileged to …
Is the Samsung Galaxy Tab being Rushed?
I am a big Android fan. I currently own a Samsung Epic 4G (from the Samsung Galaxy S line) and I love it. A great screen, great processor, a keyboard, and access to Sprint's 4G network. But most importantly, the Android OS is finally stable, fast, and feature laden enough to hang with its fruit inspired counterpart. I could go on and on about the greatness of my phone ... but this post isn't …
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The Beginning
This marks the beginning of my blog. You are tuned into the rantings, thoughts, and predictions of none other than Damien Peters. Basically, I have been blogging in one form or another for about 5 years. Sadly, it has always been in the realm of something drastically different than my tru love. This provided me with a fun and interesting diversion from my regular day to day, but wasn't my …