Monthly Archives: August 2010

I used to use a laptop every day. In my mind, the most important aspects of a laptop are: screen size and resolution; keyboard quality; thickness and weight; and battery life. If you asked someone today to choose a top-of-the-line … Continue reading →

You might have heard whispers about a computer scientist posting a game-changing paper on the internet a few weeks ago. Vinay Deolalikar’s attempt at a P != NP proof might net him a million dollars. More likely, you’ve never heard … Continue reading →

Rick Reilly is one of the most celebrated sportswriters of my lifetime. He’s the guy who writes the back-page column for whatever magazine he works for. He’s been voted National Sportswriter of the Year eleven times. More critical acclaim, from … Continue reading →