Source: https://www.lifewire.com/what-is-web-3-0-3486623
Monday, May 1, 2017
Web 3.0 - CIT 154B
To explain web 3.0, you first have to know what web 2.0 was. The internet came of age at the turn of the millennia and there were drastic changes coming about to how people used the internet. It was becoming much more involved rather than just static web pages with animated gifs and news articles. The shift to web 2.0 was allowing content to be created, shared, altered, revised, etc in a dynamic way on the internet. Instead of just stating information and reading it, users had the chance to discuss it, interact with it, share it, and more. Flash and CSS (cascading style sheets) made interactive or ever changing web pages that allowed users to customize their own web browsing experience. After nearly 2 decades of web 2.0, we’re on the verge of a new breakthrough in the internet. This is being dubbed web 3.0. While it’s mostly a buzz term and not a specific title, it’s meant to state a change of the internet again. Just as web 2.0 introduction new features to websites, web 3.0 is evolving as new technologies emerge every day. The introduction of smart phones and other mobile devices radically changed the way the internet was being consumed. Instead of using a keyboard, mouse, and big screen to interact, users now tap away with their fingers are small, yet ever increasing in size, screens that can offer a wide new variety of ways to interact with a web page. A large part of the new web 3.0 is learning software, often referred to as artificial intelligence (A.I.) that is adapting or creating content based on user interactions with no input from the developers, other than the original creation of the software. Things like bots have been a big part of twitter and other social media outlets. They post things on their own, share information, and even try to imitate humans at times. All these new things are going to change in years to come, just as it took over a decade for web 2.0 to be fully realized, web 3.0 will be evolving over the next 10-20 years.
Source: https://www.lifewire.com/what-is-web-3-0-3486623
Source: https://www.lifewire.com/what-is-web-3-0-3486623
Monday, April 24, 2017
I'd like to share some photos of my Camaro. This Flickr gallery has some good ones of my car, the Camaro club I drive with on occasion, and my family. I'll be adding more later, but for now I just thought I'd share a few. They are from when I first purchased my camaro as well as after I had completed some of the modifications I wanted to make. I changed the wheels to replica ZL1 style and added matte black vinyl to the hood. I did that with the help of my wife and some 3M vinyl I purchased from Ebay. It saves a lot of money but it's definitely a lengthy process to do it yourself. There's an art to it, for sure. I think next time I'll just pay someone to put the vinyl on.
Monday, April 17, 2017
A little information about RSS
So some people may not be aware of RSS. What it does, what it stands for, and how it's used. For the most part, its a means of gathering news and blogs from your favorite sites and consolidating it to one list for you to browse. RSS stands for "Rich Site Summary" but is commonly referred to as "Really Simple Syndication." Many companies use this information to share breaking news regarding their business, important announcements to shareholders, or things like sales and discounts for customers. When a savvy user keeps all this in one place, they can quickly read through their RSS feed just like email and be up to date in no time.
You can read more about RSS and how to use it on Digital Trends.
You can read more about RSS and how to use it on Digital Trends.
Monday, March 27, 2017
Routine maintenance
So this won't really be about when to change your oil or what products to use. I just wanted to share an interesting experience my wife and I had this past week. On Tuesday, I took my car to the dealership to get my oil changed and fix a nail I got in my rear tire. Thankfully, it was far enough from the enge that it could be patched. I really didn't feel like paying $250 for a new Pirelli tire. Since that was going to take 2 hours or so, I had my wife pick me up as we live just down the block from the dealership. A few hours later, I got the call my car was ready. We go out and try to start my wife's car: nothing. It won't turn over. I figured it was the battery so we tried to jump it with the neighbors truck, no go. I even left it connected for 2-3 minutes trying to charge it but it still wouldn't start. So I called the dealership and requested a shuttle pick up but it was already out and would be 45 to an hour. No problem, I wasn't in a rush. In the mean time; I took to google to try and figure out what else could be the problem if it wasn't the battery. Apparently, her model of Dodge had issues with the neutral safety switch which doesn't let you start the car if it's not in park or neutral. It was about $70 for the part but I didn't want to bother taking her car apart when we have a warranty with $100 deductible. I called the towing service, had it towed to the nearest Dodge dealership and left it overnight. Next day I get a call: it was the battery. I audibly sighed because I knew that wouldn't be covered under the warranty. Sure enough, I get to the dealership and had to pay $150 for their "1 hour diagnostic" fee. We went straight over to Sam's Club to get a new battery. Bought it, left the keys and walked around a bit in the store. We got a call and went back to the counter. Apparently the battery is in the wheel well and they aren't allowed to "disassemble" the car when they aren't working on it. So we took it home and I jacked up the car, took off the front driver tire, popped out the old and put in the new. Took all of 15 minutes. It can't be the first time a car has come in to Sam's that has the battery in the wheel well.
Anyway, lesson learned. Always test the battery first!
Anyway, lesson learned. Always test the battery first!
4 Cylinders, 6 Cylinders, 8 Cylinders: Oh My
A constant debate among muscle car owners is how many cylinders you need. I'll go with the short version first: go with what you can afford. It's that simple.
Now for a longer explanation. The Mustang and Campari now come in 3 mainstream configurations: Turbo 4, V6, and V8. Dodge still has just V6 and V8 options. With fuel economy, climate change, and alternative fuels being ongoing concerns, it may not be long until these discussion are a moot point. But for now they continue to rage on. For the die hard muscle car enthusiast, the only choice is to go V8. This is understandable as many classic models were only available as V8s of varying cubic inches and displacement. But in the modern era, it really doesn't matter. There's more focus than ever on the driving experience and each motor provides an exhilarating feeling when you hit the accelerator. The turbocharged 4 cylinder 2017 Camaro provides an affordable thrill for those seeking the sleek design of the new re-imagined muscle car. It's responsive and yet still fuel efficient. The V6 is a step up in speed and performance but with a slightly higher price tag and drop in MPGs. The SS V8 is the most expensive basic option but you get what you pay for: 455 horse power of rubber chewing madness. But that 6.2 liter engine means nothing if you can't afford the price tag that comes with it. Any true car enthusiast knows it's not about the size of the engine or the model for that matter. It's about how you feel about the car and how the car makes you feel.
I first owned a 2014 LS Camaro, the lowest end model you could get. But I went to every car show, club event, and cruise I could because it didn't matter how fast it was to them. It was about the love of your car and sharing that with others. I now own a 2015 SS but there are times I wish I still had that Red Hot V6.
So don't feel you have to get the biggest or fastest engine to fit in. Get what you can afford and enjoy the drive!
Now for a longer explanation. The Mustang and Campari now come in 3 mainstream configurations: Turbo 4, V6, and V8. Dodge still has just V6 and V8 options. With fuel economy, climate change, and alternative fuels being ongoing concerns, it may not be long until these discussion are a moot point. But for now they continue to rage on. For the die hard muscle car enthusiast, the only choice is to go V8. This is understandable as many classic models were only available as V8s of varying cubic inches and displacement. But in the modern era, it really doesn't matter. There's more focus than ever on the driving experience and each motor provides an exhilarating feeling when you hit the accelerator. The turbocharged 4 cylinder 2017 Camaro provides an affordable thrill for those seeking the sleek design of the new re-imagined muscle car. It's responsive and yet still fuel efficient. The V6 is a step up in speed and performance but with a slightly higher price tag and drop in MPGs. The SS V8 is the most expensive basic option but you get what you pay for: 455 horse power of rubber chewing madness. But that 6.2 liter engine means nothing if you can't afford the price tag that comes with it. Any true car enthusiast knows it's not about the size of the engine or the model for that matter. It's about how you feel about the car and how the car makes you feel.
I first owned a 2014 LS Camaro, the lowest end model you could get. But I went to every car show, club event, and cruise I could because it didn't matter how fast it was to them. It was about the love of your car and sharing that with others. I now own a 2015 SS but there are times I wish I still had that Red Hot V6.
So don't feel you have to get the biggest or fastest engine to fit in. Get what you can afford and enjoy the drive!
The art of the detailing
Every automotive enthusiast is going to have a different method for cleaning their vehicle. By no means am I the only person you should listen to or read about on how to wash and detail your car. But I got advice and tips from a few sources, including the demo by the guys at Gloss-It I mentioned in the my last post. So I'm just passing on the knowledge I've gathered to everyone, it's an evolving process.
Phase 1 - Deep Cleaning
So to start, it's best to have a good car-friendly all purpose cleaner that's good at removing built up dirt and grime. You'll want to spray this liberally on your wheels, front fascia, exhaust, and wheel wells. This will help break down all the build up since your last wash, especially brake dust inside the wheels. Let it sit while you get all your other products and water ready. One clean bucket with water /shampoo and another bucket for rinsing, the dirty bucket.
Next is the shampoo/car wash. I start with the wheels as they take the longest. I use a variety of tools to get into the crevices and inside the wheel itself. First is a short bristle brush to scrub the inner wheel behind the arms. Next is a long, soft bristle brush for the front face and lug recesses. Last is a quick once over with a sponge.
After rinsing the wheels, I move on to the rest of the car. Using a hand sponge designed to reduce swirls, I wash one part at a time depending on which side is facing the sun which I do last. So driver side, passenger side, front/hoot, and trunk/rear as 4 parts. Rinse each section after lathering.
From here, you'll want a good quality chamois or drying towel to reduce swirls in your paint. Many people just use a regular bath towel but you'll definitely want something microfiber if you don't use a chamois. One thing you can do to reduce the amount of drying is to blow off the excess water from surfaces and crevices with a leaf blower. After all the drying is done, time to detail.
Phase 2 - Devil in the Details
So you shouldn't worry too much about avoiding water spots after the wash, that's why we detail afterwards. My wash/detail session usually lasts about 90 minutes start to finish. Once you have it as try as can be, get out the quick detail spray of your choosing. The application method I use is to fold a small microfiber cloth into quarters. Use one side as the wet side and the other side as the dry polish side. With the right product, you don't have to spray too much to cover a large area. Head to toe, spray and wipe every inch of surface area.
A quick step after the detail spray is to use a good streak free, automotive window cleaner to get all your windows. Same method, wet side and dry polishing side of the towel.
Lastly, I use the detail spray on my wheels with a separate cloth than I use on my car. The wheels will never be 100% clean even after a good wash so I keep the towels separate. After the wheels, apply the tire shine of your choice. I prefer the clean look from a gel product rather than the wet look of most sprays.
That's basically it. Until next time, stay shiny my friends.
Phase 1 - Deep Cleaning
So to start, it's best to have a good car-friendly all purpose cleaner that's good at removing built up dirt and grime. You'll want to spray this liberally on your wheels, front fascia, exhaust, and wheel wells. This will help break down all the build up since your last wash, especially brake dust inside the wheels. Let it sit while you get all your other products and water ready. One clean bucket with water /shampoo and another bucket for rinsing, the dirty bucket.
Next is the shampoo/car wash. I start with the wheels as they take the longest. I use a variety of tools to get into the crevices and inside the wheel itself. First is a short bristle brush to scrub the inner wheel behind the arms. Next is a long, soft bristle brush for the front face and lug recesses. Last is a quick once over with a sponge.
After rinsing the wheels, I move on to the rest of the car. Using a hand sponge designed to reduce swirls, I wash one part at a time depending on which side is facing the sun which I do last. So driver side, passenger side, front/hoot, and trunk/rear as 4 parts. Rinse each section after lathering.
From here, you'll want a good quality chamois or drying towel to reduce swirls in your paint. Many people just use a regular bath towel but you'll definitely want something microfiber if you don't use a chamois. One thing you can do to reduce the amount of drying is to blow off the excess water from surfaces and crevices with a leaf blower. After all the drying is done, time to detail.
Phase 2 - Devil in the Details
So you shouldn't worry too much about avoiding water spots after the wash, that's why we detail afterwards. My wash/detail session usually lasts about 90 minutes start to finish. Once you have it as try as can be, get out the quick detail spray of your choosing. The application method I use is to fold a small microfiber cloth into quarters. Use one side as the wet side and the other side as the dry polish side. With the right product, you don't have to spray too much to cover a large area. Head to toe, spray and wipe every inch of surface area.
A quick step after the detail spray is to use a good streak free, automotive window cleaner to get all your windows. Same method, wet side and dry polishing side of the towel.
Lastly, I use the detail spray on my wheels with a separate cloth than I use on my car. The wheels will never be 100% clean even after a good wash so I keep the towels separate. After the wheels, apply the tire shine of your choice. I prefer the clean look from a gel product rather than the wet look of most sprays.
That's basically it. Until next time, stay shiny my friends.
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