Archive for April 25th, 2007
Windows/Mac/Linux: Network analyzer Wireshark displays live packet data as it moves in and out of a network interface on your computer.
Sound geeky? It is. Wireshark (nee Ethereal) is a network packet sniffer that reveals the nitty-gritty of DNS, TCP, UDP, HTTP and all those other networking acronyms. Useful for folks who want to learn more about network protocols, troubleshoot network problems or find security holes, Wireshark’s output will otherwise cause civilians to go, “Huh?” Wireshark is a free download, Windows/Mac/Linux. (Mac users, be warned: there is no all-in-one Mac installer, a long list of packages have to be installed individually.)
Web app PDF Filler lets you upload and fill out PDF forms online.
Just upload your PDF, then click and enter text anywhere on the form you need. PDF Filler is a great tool for filling out any PDF when you don’t have access to the right desktop tools to accomplish the same thing. On the other hand, you should keep an eye on what kind of form you’re filling out, since you probably shouldn’t be too eager to enter your SS#, for example, on a third party web app like this. However, PDF Filler is a good tool to have in your toolkit should you find yourself with a PDF that needs filling out and need a quick way to do it.
I’m not sure what’s scarier, the AK-47 she’s holding or the iPod’s invasion of all corners of the globe. Actually, my real question is: Would it be possible to replace the lip plate with a speaker?
