Author Archives: mfagan

what is “tag”?

Posted on November 30, 2005 by mfagan

some definitions of ‘tag’ tag (noun) A string (text) that is associated with something else (eg a book, web page, even another ‘tags’). The specifics depend on the implemenation, but a ‘tag’ usually may not contain spaces, and often may … Continue reading →

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Google Base = Bad

Posted on November 18, 2005 by mfagan

I was thinking of a really long rant, but instead I’ll make a short comment. Google Base leaves me with a bad taste in my mouth, in more ways than one. You?

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Suggestion to terrorists

Posted on November 11, 2005 by mfagan

If you want to enact positive change, work with the millions of Americans that disagree with their government. Same goes for other countries. Bombing a tourist spot in the middle east only kills innocent citizens of that country and of … Continue reading →

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New Kids Search � Interface Enhances Access to EBSCO�s K-6 Databases

Posted on October 11, 2005 by mfagan

New Kids Search � Interface Enhances Access to EBSCO�s K-6 Databases – “oh, so they’ve decided to pay attention to kids,” is my first reaction. Then I see the screenshot. My suggestion: don’t call it “kids search” in huge letters … Continue reading →

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From metasearch to distributed information environments

Posted on October 11, 2005 by mfagan

From metasearch to distributed information environments (Lorcan Dempsy) is a good overview on metasearch in the academic enviroment, and search/metadata APIs. I looked at a number of the documents, including the first two PowerPoint files and the information on MXG. … Continue reading →

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Second p0st: Work at Broadband Mechanics

Posted on October 10, 2005 by mfagan

Second p0st: Work at Broadband Mechanics – fantastic job if you can get it.

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Google Translation

Posted on October 10, 2005 by mfagan

Is Google soft-launching some of their own translation software? As you may know, Google uses (used?) Systran for their translation software, as do quite a few other major players. Google has also been working on their own translation software. I … Continue reading →

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Yahoo! buys Upcoming.org

Posted on October 5, 2005 by mfagan

This is a very significant move. Need I say more? Events and calendaring are gearing up to be huge. Does this deal have anything to do with the Google Calendar rumours? Via Software Only.

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Join the Revolution

Posted on October 4, 2005 by mfagan

Join the Revolution – okay I planned on blogging this infinity ago (that’s internet time for you). Peter Caputa’s Whizspark is making a bold move. If you’re into running or promoting events – take a look.

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Ning | Home: Front Page

Posted on October 4, 2005 by mfagan

Ning | Home: Front Page – I haven’t thoroughly delved into this yet, but it definitely deserves its own post. Looks to me like they’ve done a fantastic job so far. And “they” includes my friend Mike, who faithfully didn’t … Continue reading →

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