I’m using a new method of notetaking where I keep my files organised in Excel/OpenOffice Calc so that I can do quick searches when I need a reference for a concept as I’m writing my papers. At the end of the project, I’m combining the notes files with the reference lists so that I [...]

This is how I’ve taken to deciding if I should respond to a call for papers, or a research project, or an offer to go for lunch.

 
I finally caved into the constant pressure from Microsoft, and uninstalled my legally purchased copy of Microsoft Office 2003. There’s a limit to the number of times (less than 50) that the software I paid cash for can tell me that I’m using an unregistered version.
In the years I’ve used legitimate software, Microsoft is far [...]

As 2008 rolled into view, I decided it was time to drag myself kicking and screaming into Web2.0 and try to replicated Stephendann.net over on StephenDann.com through the help of Wordpress.