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For a couple of days I’ve been trying out the Acqua theme for my linux-based KDE desktop. It makes everything look like a Mac, even if it’s just a costume.

I wish they’d make Darwin, the open source copy of Mac OS X, function on x86-based processors instead of just the PowerPC. Seems like that’s what I want to play with next. Ideal: Mac OS X with full linux binary compatibility running on the new paper-thin Sony Vaio X505 laptop.

The Accidental Cook

The BBC News doesn’t report on web sites until they have become really popular. So when an Election apology starts net feud, the worst must be over. That said, if you haven’t visited, http://sorryeverybody.com/, love it or hate it it’s worth a visit.

What I apologize for in the two-party systems. The powers that be only allow room for two pigeon holes, but there are five or six pigeons. The third parties get censored out by the two bigot ruling parties. Most registered voters, rather then voting for what they believe in feel they need to vote Democrat or Republican. The United States has a façade Democracy; they say voters have a choice, but voting Democratic or Republican will result it nearly the same policies. The scary part is, I believe most Democrats and Republicans believe there is a large difference!

I think of the current two party systems this way. Vote Republican you are voting for a tractor trailer, Democratic an SUV. The question is: which vehicle would you like to run over you and your children?