Monthly Archives: September 2009

Sometimes Computers Don’t Make Sense

I use Firefox as my primary web browser.  One of the extensions I use is Gmail Manager, which checks my Gmail accounts) and tells me when I have new emails waiting.  Here’s what it looks like in use: A few … Continue reading

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USPS (Non-)Tracking Service

Last week I ordered a laser pointer an online retailer.  I received an email from them on Sep 1st that my package had shipped via the United States Postal Service (USPS), and a tracking number was provided.  I tracked the … Continue reading

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XM Radio Customer Service Failure

I have (well, had) two XM radios.  I hadn’t used my original radio in quite some time, so I wanted to take it off my account. I pulled up XM Radio’s website and logged into my account.  I looked, looked, … Continue reading

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