When is a blog not a blog? When it’s a page! There are occasions when it’s great to get something written down online; something you can share with others, perhaps via email or social media. Blogs are great for that, but what about something random — a post/comment/opinion that has no connection to your blog, or you want to keep it separate from your usual articles. Perhaps you don't have a blog but need somewhere to occasionally publish. I’ve created just such a tool. It’s simp...| forkingmad.uk
For years I've dabbled with Linux... Like 10+ years. I love the idea of it, and the speed, but I always found little issues that annoyed me, so I'd revert to Windows. In the olden days I struggled with video drivers and screen resolution, but the Linux boffins eventually fixed that. Then there was a lack of comparable Windows like software. Again, mostly solved, and many of the mainstream software houses provide native Linux apps, or are browser based. Software installation is also much e...| forkingmad.uk
Seven months ago I had an idea, which led to me creating a thing! I was using a blogging tool but there was no commenting feature on it. I decided to write something myself, as a side-loaded app, to add to my blog. It quickly became a bigger thing and...| Forking Mad
Most of us only see the cost of our energy via regular energy bills. The ever increasing cost can be painful. Despite all the investment in renewal energy, and the massive growth in wind farms all over the country, the cost is not reducing. Why? It's simple... The way the...| Forking Mad
After almost a month with no internet connectivity, I've written about the experience. There's no denying it was tough. Read the full story here on my ForkingMad+ blog, AND you can also listen to a narration...| forkingmad.uk
It was my birthday this week. I fell into 55 and wondered if I should grow up soon. I decided that was over rated and I will continue being me. It's bad enough having to adult, without having the added responsibility of being a serious grown-up. What did occur to...| Forking Mad
I decided I'd jot down some of the conversations I have with my mother. They are often hysterical or bizarre. She's 80 year's old, and completely with it mentally and physically, but she has a different outlook on many things! Here's my first documented chat, for entertainment! Background: Mum moved...| Forking Mad
I thought I'd share my default apps as I start 2025. Mostly as an aide-mémoire for me to see how I change during the year, but you may be interested too. I like reading other...| forkingmad.uk
2024 was a significant year for me. I took the massive step to redefine my career. It's not easy, and in my view a brave decision. I've been on the planet 54 years and for 32 of those my career of choice has been Technology. I have loved every...| Forking Mad
The Fediverse, for those who are not familiar, is a collection of servers communicating with each other -- sharing data created by people like you. It's generally considered a Social Network but it is wider. For our purposes we will think of it as providing social interaction. It has a...| Forking Mad
I don't like to look back on my year, or life, I'd rather look forward. However, I had this idea to blog about some of the contributions I feel I have made to the world this year. So in the coming days I will be adding a few articles focusing...| Forking Mad
Recently I redefined Christmas -- and it is much more relaxed. Now my partner and I treat it as a holiday time to spend with friends, having good food and laughs. No pressure on gift buying. In years gone by we have done the traditional family thing, but as the...| Forking Mad
At the ripe young age of 54, I have managed to avoid ever having blood taken for tests, and skipped the need for a doctor for the last 24 years. I'm generally a healthy lump of human skin, and count myself as fortunate. However, recently I've had discomfort in my...| Forking Mad
After writing fifty blogs posts in 50 days, I took some time off. It just so happened that I was going abroad around the time my challenge ended, so I ditched the creative juices and relaxed away from the keyboard during September. Hands up who missed me? Oh, no one. ...| Forking Mad
