In [The Problem with Preferences][1], Jason Fried writes:
[1]: http://37signals.com/svn/archives2/getting_real_the_problem_with_preferences_interface_design_and_the_customer_experience.php
> At 37signals we’re pretty anti-preference/setting. When we Get Real we try to make informed decisions for the people who use our products so they don’t have to think about preferences or settings or adjustments — they can just use the product and know that the […]
_First of all, I’m doped up on generic NyQuil at the moment, so if I start babbling nonsense, I’ll make it sound better soon. I promise_
I don’t think the technologies were meant to be used this way, but two of the emerging standards for site syndication (that is, you can ’subscribe’ to my ‘feed’ with […]
Now that I’ve posted [such a serious entry][1], I felt that I should explain why I believe that
>The most terrible thing in this world is the force that drives people to do evil things in the name of good.
My premise is extremely simple. I believe people only act when they feel justified in their actions.
_Justification_, […]
Today seems appropriate to discuss fear.
The term gets bandied about by politicians and warmongers quite a bit lately, but I believe these men and women are among those who need not fear. Certainly not as much as ordinary citizens, who reap no benefits of ‘advance knowledge’, Secret Service protection, or highly-fortified enclaves in which to […]
In _[Striking a balance][1]_, Stuart Frisby (nice design, by the way - I’ve been working on something slightly similar) poses the question:
> Can Joe Blog and make a living through one site? or is it necessary to completely sever all ties between the two?
[1]: http://www.36-degrees.co.uk/index.php?subaction=showfull&id=1120436294&archive=&start_from=&ucat=34
I’ve been pondering the same thing for quite a […]