Dan sent in this fun how-to on Steve Spangler Science on building an Alka-Seltzer rocket – “What happens when you have a build-up of gas? Don’t answer that question! The gas in question is carbon dioxide and the explosion is nothing short of fun. Warning: It’s impossible to do this activity just once. It is […]
Clickable Culture spotted this autonomous Xbox 360 that tracks and blogs 8 players – not sure of the specifics on how/what/why the makers are doing this, but I suspect we’ll find out more shortly. Turning a web connected console in to a smart object seems like a natural fit. So for now, bloggers, you’re all […]
Johntron writes – “Learn how to build your own gateway firewall using FreeBSD and old PC parts. The firewall will consist of the PF firewall, Snort IDS, various IPS applications, Squid proxy, and some intuitive web interfaces for auditing. The cost of this project should be between free and $200 depending on your resourcefulness. I […]
Our pal Mike over on Popular Science has a good photo frame project, he writes – “Turn an old laptop into a digital frame that automatically displays new shots from your Flickr account–then give it to your mother…” – Link. Related: Tons and tons of LCD photo frame projects – Link.
Here’s a fun Google feature you can add to your site, it will show related pages, news and searches [via] – Link. I was curious what it would show with MAKE, so here it is… Update: This is wonky.
The wisdom of MacGyver, on your desktop – “Do you know what a drag it can be to be locked in a freezer by ill-meaning bank robbers? Ever felt helpless while being chased by Soviets through Kabulstan? With some ice cubes, a light bulb and your computer you can break out of that freezer. Or, […]
Chris writes – “If you are going ot make a lot of network cables, you might as well get a 1000 foot spool of wire, the ends, a crimping tool and make exactly what you want. I bought a spool a few years ago for $50 at You Do It Electronics in Needham MA. It […]
