Extracting vectors from pdf files is surprisingly easy with Inkscape, once you’ve figured out the steps. I’ve made a brief graphical vector-extraction-guide in my notes-stream: Extract Vector Graphics From PDF Files With Inkscape – Imperfect Notes.

A guide for compiling a modified version of linux-2.6 to run paravirtualized inside the the L4Re is now to be found in my separate notes blog. Enjoy.

Getting L⁴Linux up and running – Imperfect Notes.

I guess the abundance of .DS_Store files are meant as due warning for having the impudence of interoperating with non-apple devices, which might ultimately result in an escape attempt

A friend of mine posted the following on his facebook wall yesterday (partly swedish, but should be comprehensible for most):

Ever notice that Santa is an anagram for Satan? If so, then please allow me to introduce you to a small collection of movies that will get you into the true spirit of Christmas.

Oh my $deity! Why wasn’t I informed about this? This literally changes everything!

Ever since I started writing this blog, I’ve become increasingly dependent on various digital Thesauri in order to spike my language towards new levels of insufferable self indulgence. And tonight my abuse led to the startling discovery that there exists something as wondrous as “Word Spectrums”. My first one revealed itself in the Thesaurus part of the Oxford dictionary that has been strapped on to the latest version OS X Snow Leopard.

Source: http://www.dotgif-comic.com/04/sliding-dissertation/

It’s hard not to admire the inconsiderate dedication to consistency and level of discipline displayed by the Germans in handling logistical tasks of overwhelming complexity. At least as long as one does not find oneself at the receiving end of their rigorously orchestrated efforts.

Sing to me of the man, Muse, the man of twists and turns driven time and again off course...