Most computer industry vendors use the term “MTBF†rather indiscriminately. But IT pros know that systems do not magically repair themselves, at least not yet, so MTTR and MTTF are just as important!
Implications of the 2011 MacBook Air’s Unconventional SSD
As techies moan about the lack of upgrade options presented by a soldered in SSD, they miss the bigger industry picture. For too long, computers have been held back by traditional SCSI and ATA controllers. These are both a performance bottleneck and an impediment to innovation. A shift to an integrated PCI storage model makes much sense tactically and strategically for Apple, and I expect that these rumors are true. Furthermore, this move will put even more stress on Windows PC makers. Once again, Apple is outmaneuvering the competition.
Eye-Fi Workflow: Wireless Card Reader
So we come down to it. After hours of experimentation and frustration, I have come to a practical if limited Eye-Fi workflow. Basically, we’re disabling everything but Direct Mode.
Mac Users, Secure Your Stuff in Dropbox
Encryption is an important tool for individuals regardless of what they’re storing. Given the recent security failings of Dropbox, I highly recommend using methods like this to secure your important data before using the service!
Hands-On Review: The Eye-Fi Connect X2 Card
I simply cannot recommend any Eye-Fi card, even the fancy new X2 line, to average camera users. Even enthusiasts like me would be wise to curb their enthusiasm. Most features barely work in practice, and the device frequently failed to perform.
