Goal is to install new OS from an ISO image without creating a boot CD. Step 1: Format hard disk to be used with a boot partition. (set boot flag) Step 2: Mount partition, create new directory named ‘boot’ (in … Continue reading
The house we just bought had damage to several of the stair trim pieces of wood from a dog. Here are some pictures I took of my fix. I started with a dowel glued in a hole I drilled, then … Continue reading
This explains how to configure and use a Subversion client from a GNU/Linux box* to connect to a Subversion server on a shared web host account. (bluehost.com) If you have already set up a shared key for password-less ssh access … Continue reading
Use a public/private key pair to avoid having to type in your password every time you open up a ssh session: 1- Generate a keypair, install the public key on the server and ‘authorize’ it. 2- Copy the private key(s) … Continue reading
There is one thing that nearly all of us can do that will immediately and exponentially increase both goodness and happiness on earth. The things we think are most important ONLY if being a good person is placed at the top of … Continue reading
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Just wanted to post the pictures I took of this little tablet while I had it apart. There are videos on youtube that are very helpful in learning where to pry and which screws to take out for the job. … Continue reading
Compost Add compost to your soil as often as you can. A 1/2″” layer added each year is typical. Low-Grade Compost Use a typical compost bin that creates a high-heat situation and converts the material quickly. Most of nutrient value … Continue reading
Making your own Complete Organic Fertilizer (from Gardening When it Counts) Mix by volume (not weight): 4 parts seedmeal (or 3 parts seedmeal and 1 part tankage (AKA blood-and-bone, meatmeal)) 1/4 part agricultural lime 1/4 part gypsum 1/2 part dolomite lime 1 … Continue reading
Here are some pictures of the fascinating and awesome Homestead Heritage Village in Waco Texas. An amazing number of amazing things are happening here. They are a self-sustaining village, and do most everything by hand. Their property is beautiful, everything is organized, manicured, … Continue reading
I snapped some pictures of the underside of the dishwasher since I had it disconnected and upside down. It is pretty ingenious how the pump housing is made so that it serves as two pumps depending on which direction the … Continue reading
