Archives for March 8, 2007

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9223372036854775807 months

Being an early beta user has its perks – a particular service I’ve been using and like just came out of beta, and decided to reward me with $200 credit against future fees.  Now comes the really good part:

Your current … charges come to $0 per month. With the current …. you have, your credits should last for 9223372036854775807 months from now on.

Life is good.  And around month 9223372036854775805 we’ll re-negotiate, shall we?

 

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Medieval Tech Support

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(hat tip: Christopher Carfi)

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It’s Not Over Till It’s Over

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Grand Canyon Skywalk

After glass-bottom boats, here’s the first (?) glass-bottom bridge:  the Grand Canyon Skywalk is scheduled to open later this month.  The amazing 1.07 million pound structure  extends about 75 feet over the rim and about 4,000 feet over the canyon floor. It’s designed to withstand 100 mph winds and has shock absorbers to keep the walkway from wobbling as people walk through.

Tours will cost $25. Prior to the public opening there will be a “First Walk” event for media and VIPs. The name of the first public figure to step on The Skywalk will be announced closer to the opening.  Hm, I think they should invite somebody named … Luke. smile_wink