You might remember my October post, Datacenter History: Through the Ages in Lego. Now it's available as a handy infographic, thanks to my friend Aditya Vempaty of Coho Data. It's pretty cool how this turned out - I think he's got a real talent for this kind of thing! Click the image below to download a high-res PDF of my datacenter history graphic! Special thanks to … [Read more...] about Infographic: Datacenter History In Lego
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Datacenter History: Through the Ages in Lego
As a rule, I don't participate in contests: There's usually little reward, considering chances of winning. But when Juniper Networks asked me to build a datacenter from Lego bricks, I took a second look. And, seeing that the winner can support a charity of their choice, I felt that this was an excellent opportunity for me to have some fun while doing some good! Update: I won! … [Read more...] about Datacenter History: Through the Ages in Lego
Back From The Pile: Interesting Links From Mid-May
My travels last week kept me from posting my weekly round-up of interesting web content. So this week's is a little heavy (and heavily edited!) Most important: Please register to be a marrow donor, especially if you might be a match for Nick Glasgow of EMC! … [Read more...] about Back From The Pile: Interesting Links From Mid-May
Lego Fenway Park: Reverse the Curse at Home
What is the perfect gift for someone obsessed with Lego bricks and the Boston Red Sox? It would be easy to assume I was describing myself, but this time I'm talking about my 9 year old son. But both of us enjoyed his big birthday gift this year, a Lego model of Fenway Park! No, the Lego Company hasn't licensed the famous ballpark. But they do offer something almost as good - … [Read more...] about Lego Fenway Park: Reverse the Curse at Home