Monthly Archives: April 2011

Social Networks

Posted on April 29, 2011 by EDC

As you know, I love a good infographic, especially one that is relevant to me as a speculative fiction writer. Not only am I trying to understand where our world is heading for any science fiction I write, but I’m … Continue reading →

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Life Balance

Posted on April 27, 2011 by EDC

As an aspiring writer who considers himself a small business owner, I feel a lot of tension in keeping my life in balance. This is certainly not unique with me.  We probably all feel pulled in different directions: work, family, … Continue reading →

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Computer Elbow

Posted on April 25, 2011 by EDC

If you’re like me, you might have a bit of computer-related carpal tunnel.  Mine is in my right index finger, brought on by overuse of my mouse’s scroll wheel. I have a bad habit of using it while reading through … Continue reading →

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Doing Things Right… the Last Time

Posted on April 23, 2011 by EDC

We’ve all heard about doing things right the first time, but what if it doesn’t turn out right the first time?  In my case, more often than not things don’t turn out right the first time – even with all … Continue reading →

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Terraforming Mars

Posted on April 21, 2011 by EDC

Recently, Big Think’s Michio Kaku offered his thoughts on the best way to terraform Mars, making it habitable for human life. (BTW, the word “terraform” was invented by spec-fic author, Jack Williamson.) Making Mars a living world would be an … Continue reading →

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Tron: Legacy Infographics

Posted on April 19, 2011 by EDC

If you saw Tron: Legacy, or even the original Tron for that matter, you know how much the informational nature of computers informed the look of the movie. Via information aesthetics, I learned just how much infographics made up Legacy’s … Continue reading →

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Solar System Scope

Posted on April 17, 2011 by EDC

Hey guys, check out the Solar System Scope, a 3D model of our solar system. It’s by far the best model I’ve come across, chock full of beautifully rendered planets, great features, and tons of useful information.  You’ll be a … Continue reading →

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Deists Ushered in the Modern World

Posted on April 15, 2011 by EDC

I’ve written before on the topic that faith and science can co-exist and compliment one another. There are some truths science is ill-equipped to discover that faith can illuminate and vice-versa.  As a Christ-follower I have no problem embracing either to find … Continue reading →

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Ads on Kindle

Posted on April 13, 2011 by EDC

Yesterday, Amazon announced a new version of its popular Kindle e-reader, where in exchange for a $25 price break the device’s screen saver shows ads (ahem, “special offers”) instead of portraits of notable authors.  Gizmag has a great write-up all … Continue reading →

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Story Ideas

Posted on April 11, 2011 by EDC

Every so often a news story catches my eye, not only for the obvious reasons but for the story potential as well.  Here are a few that have recently fallen into that category.  I’m not planning on writing any stories … Continue reading →

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