How Are Laptops Used On The International Space Station?
When the ISS was being designed, they wisely concluded that installing physical interfaces into the structure of the ISS was not a good idea. It’s very hard to upgrade and/or repair interfaces that are part of the vehicle, whereas if laptop computers are used, upgrading/repair is as simple as launching a CD-ROM, uploading a file,…
The Pedestrian Fast Lane Is No Life At All—Let’s Slow the Sidewalk Down
Everyone has experienced it. Striding along in a purposeful hurry, your progress is thwarted by a slow-moving pedestrian, dawdling along the pavement. Perhaps they’re talking into their mobile phone, looking lost or just plain taking their time. It can drive you mad. The question is: should it? According to unsubstantiated research commissioned by UK retailer…