Many of us on the internet use alternate DNS servers. If you have an internet connection, you are already using a DNS server, but in most cases, you are using the DNS server operated by your internet provider. ![footer_logo[1]](http://temp.rudyscorner.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/16/2009/09/footer_logo1.gif "footer_logo[1]"){kind=logo}
In the past, I’ve had problems accessing sites on the internet when I used one well-known national cable internet provider. Their DNS would fail regularly, leaving me unable to visit many sites on the internet (as well as hamper my work). For years, I was using the Genuity free DNS servers, in the range 4.2.2.1 to 4.2.2.6. They’re still available and they still work, but I found something better that has turned out to be not only reliable, but very useful in handling our incoming internet traffic.
Category Archives: Gadget Corner
Rudy’s Adventure on Facebook
I had avoided Facebook for awhile, mainly because it had the perception of being a clone of the dysfunctional MySpace phenomenon. But, I had one friend persistently asking me to join, which I did. I’m glad I signed up, but Facebook is not without its shortcomings.
RCA Victrola 45: Part 1
A few years ago, I grabbed an RCA Victrola 45 record player, model 45-EY-3. This is a self-contained record changer that plays only 7″ 45RPM records. It was built around the early 50s, so it is at least 55 years old. Over time, the rubber deteriorates on many of the changer parts (idler wheel, cam, mounting grommets, etc.), as do the capacitors and a few other electronic components. So, what do I plan on doing with this little antique?
J. Gordon Holt, R.I.P. (Stereophile Magazine founder)
Just got word this morning that J. Gordon Holt, founder of Stereophile Magazine, passed away at his home in Boulder, CO yesterday (July 20). Stereophile was one of the first “audiophile” magazines, and was launched by Holt in the 60s. While he hasn’t been associated with the magazine for years, he is still fondly remembered by the audiophile community. After Stereo Review and Audio, Stereophile was the first audiophile magazine I subscribed to, back in its smaller format. While I could never afford all of the megabuck equipment, the music reviews were often worth the price of the magazine alone. R.I.P, Mr. Holt!
Google Maps GPS (an idea for Google)
As some readers may recall, I’m a big fan of many of Google’s free applications, including Google Maps (and its “home” edition, Google Earth). Awhile ago, I was using an older Magellan GPS unit in the car, which helped with sales calls. Its shortcomings over Google Maps became readily apparent the longer I used it. The Amazon Kindle, XM Radio, and Google’s own Android-based “Google phones” gave me an idea of “mashing” a few existing technologies to make some thing new. I know this makes no sense yet…but read on for more on “Building The Perfect GPS”!