As a student at the University of Iowa, one of my favorite places to study was the Gerard P. Weeg Computer Center. We referred to the building simply as Weeg. At that time, computers were the size of refrigerators. The building was imposing, with massive pillars and sections of cement inside and out. Gerry Weeg… Continue reading Gerard P. Weeg Legacy
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AI Report 2025
Summary This page offers news and information about trends in artificial intelligence (AI) as well as some background and context. Commentary Robots and automation have been able to replace humans in manufacturing, shipping, transportation, warehouse work, and other tasks. Artificial intelligence seems to be capable of replacing much human thought labor. Already we see AI… Continue reading AI Report 2025
Digital Will Guide 2024
AI Generated Content Below is a Digital Will guide created by Microsoft Copilot AI using the Copilot app on an iPhone. The text format and layout were directly copied from the app and pasted below (using tap, hold, and copy). Documents on this website that contain AI generated content will have the tag “AI Generated” even if the content… Continue reading Digital Will Guide 2024
Global Outage 19 Jul 2024
Summary There was a worldwide computer outage in the early morning hours of 19 Jul 2024. Initial remediation took most of the day. This page provides some commentary and news about the outage. Additional information will be provided when available. Timing The mayor of Portland was notified of the outage impacting their city at midnight… Continue reading Global Outage 19 Jul 2024
Ukraine Tech Services 2022
Summary In 2022, tech businesses based in Ukraine are likely noticing an increase in support as a result of positive global sentiments toward the country and growing awareness. You may have noticed on YouTube and other sites there are ads from online tech companies based in Ukraine, with some having logos that include the familiar… Continue reading Ukraine Tech Services 2022
Twitter News 2022
Summary In the fall of 2022, Elon Musk bought Twitter. Some of the news leading up to the buyout, and management decisions that followed, resulted in Twitter gaining free headline coverage in multiple news cycles for an extended period. This page was created on 6 Nov 2022. OVERVIEW — This page provides selected news stories about… Continue reading Twitter News 2022
Replacing an Apple Mac Mini Intel Core i7 with an M1 Model
Summary In 2019, I purchased an Apple Mac Mini with an Intel Core i7 processor. After about six months of use, the computer started having reliability issues. Despite replacing the main logic board and memory, the problems have surfaced again. A few days ago, the system would freeze during startup. I finally got it working… Continue reading Replacing an Apple Mac Mini Intel Core i7 with an M1 Model
Brother MFC‑L2750DW Resources
The Brother MFC‑L2750DW is a printer, copier, scanner, and fax system that offers fast and economical non-color laser printer output. This page offers links to useful resources for those who have this device. Documentation – Main Web Page [View] User Guide – Online Web Version [View] User Guide – PDF Version, 653 Pages [Download/View] NOTE:… Continue reading Brother MFC‑L2750DW Resources
Google Chrome — Printing All Content and Missing Background Images for Emails and Web Pages
Problem Summary Sometimes when you attempt to print an email or web page, not all of the content will show in your printout. This is because some images may be considered background images. Usually a background image doesn’t contain important or essential information, but sometimes the background image is important. This document offers a step-by-step… Continue reading Google Chrome — Printing All Content and Missing Background Images for Emails and Web Pages
This Simple Mail Setting on Your Apple iPhone and Mac Computer Can Help Reduce SPAM
Summary Email tracking is a helpful tool used for legitimate reasons by non-profit groups, businesses, and others sending out newsletters. It helps senders know that recipients have received an email. When you open an email, the sender can be notified based on unique images in the email traceable to you personally. However, email tracking is… Continue reading This Simple Mail Setting on Your Apple iPhone and Mac Computer Can Help Reduce SPAM
Global Computer Shortage – Staples Laptop Buying Guide
This document provides some suggestions for buying a laptop computer from Staples at a time when there is a limited global supply of computers stemming from a shortage in chips and also the increased demand due to the continued work-from-home conditions. Why Staples? Purchasing from smaller local retailers like Staples can be more convenient and… Continue reading Global Computer Shortage – Staples Laptop Buying Guide
Global Printer Shortage – Buying Guide
Introduction There is a global printer shortage being driven by a perfect storm of consumer demand. The following factors are driving the shortage: Chip Shortage. A global chip shortage is resulting in product shortages of printers and other consumer electronics. [Learn More] Pandemic. The global pandemic has created a demand for printers to be used… Continue reading Global Printer Shortage – Buying Guide