Time to Think
I took three days off to think ... and man, are thoughts slippery bastards.
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Slightly Off-Topic Postings
Interesting video by FIRE on the Presumption of Innocence
An interesting report on the importance of the presumption of innocence and how important it is, especially when people are accused of extremely heinous crimes.
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Spirit of the Stairway — Measure of Violence of “Violent” Computer Games
Addendum to a posting about violent computer games, specifically against a measure used to determine the "desensitization" effect of violent computer games (which I think produced measurement artifacts). [Image: Scene from Tomb Raider]
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Computer Games — Escapism or Additional Emotional Pillar?
It's important to have different emotional "pillars" keeping you up. When one pillar falls (e.g., a project or relationship fails), others keep you up. I'm not sure about the role of computer games -- whether they are another pillar or whether they erode the other ones. So here are some arguments for computer games as pillar. Also: Tomb Raider (2013, Definitive Edition 2014).
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Dealing with Fansites
A look at how companies deal with fans, using IKEA and the Tomb Raider franchise as examples.
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A Creative Solution Regarding Consent to Organ Donation
Organ donation is an important but very emotional topic. Whereas there are not enough organs available, there is a simple solution for the shortage.
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A short comment on computer games, violent and otherwise
A few comments on so-called "violent" video games, their effects on behavior, what is actually the issue -- and why I think "The Sims" is one of the most violent games I've ever played.
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What would change if Twitter would be Pseudo-Anonymous?
Question about the role of the names and profile pictures on twitter -- and what would change if they were anonymous.
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Question: Does anyone know whether the TV series “Mission Top Secret” is available on DVD or digital download?
A childhood memory of a sci-fi series that could have turned reality in today's mobile world. Well, at least the communication aspect.
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I can see and hear you now
Chances are, people can easily monitor you via your webcam -- without the nice little light turning on. But there is a quick and easy solution that does not involve going rustic, or taking out the soldering gun.
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