I just finished installing the latest update from Apple on my hackintosh (after a lengthy backup process) and everything seems to be working perfectly. I just did the update from the software update, like a real Mac. I damn near crapped my pants when the system didn’t boot the first time. I thought I killed my computer. But it booted fine the second time. It was just one of those “double reboot” updates Apple puts out every so often. I wish I would have known that in advance.

All is well in hackintosh land. Back to work for me.

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I’ve been thinking about what topics I’d like to write about next, and I have a lot of different ideas. I thought it might be a good idea to give everyone a heads up on what I’m planning on writing, to help generate a bit of excitement (and so I don’t forget).

So far, most of my posts have been technology based. I will be writing some art articles (ARTicles?) soon, and I already have some ideas, but I would love to know what you are interested in reading about. This is, after all, an interactive forum, so your input is appreciated. Some of the general topics I have in mind include IxD (Interaction Design), using Apple for home audio, and bridging technology and art.
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You may be wondering why this is posted in the Art News section. I debated this with myself for a while, but in the end, this news is in fact art related.

As many of you know, I make a very clear separation when it comes to art and design. I strongly believe art is created by the artist, based on the artist’s concept with no outside influences or pressure, and fully developed with no financial gain as motivation. Design on the other hand, as artistic as it may be, is always created with another person’s motivation and objective in mind, often, but not exclusively for, financial gain. So why is this post Art News?
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Following the huge success of my “How to build your own Mac” article, I’ve decided to start writing these in-depth articles on a bi-weekly basis. I do have a fairly hectic schedule, so it may not be exactly bi-weekly, but I will try to post them regularly. These articles will either be technology (geek) posts, or art essays. This week, we’re going to take a look at telecommunications, including mobile (cell) phones, VOIP and Skype.
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