Okay, I just realized that I posted way too many IT Geek postings the last week. Time to return back to the world of Vietnam and post another Saigon Rant. The last week was quite interesting (outside of the Linux IT Geeky stuff). Time just flew right by. To start off, I now have a Facebook account, thanks to Kham Tran: The reviews for Facebook were right on the mark. … [Read more...] about Just Another Saigon Rant
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Vietnamese can’t use Linux? Yeah Right!
Today I had a nice conversation with a Vietnamese friend about different computer operating systems. She was thinking about purchasing an Apple Powerbook but was worried that she would not be able to use it. She stated it would be too tough. After some discussion, I convinced her that she COULD use an Apple computer. Even better, I even told her that she could easily … [Read more...] about Vietnamese can’t use Linux? Yeah Right!
SaigonTech Student Collages
Well, today was the day. July 17, 2007, my students had to turn in their collages. Look at the pictures below, I was surprised at how much work they put into their collages. They were amazing!!! Now, the difficult part was taking all the collages home on my motorbike. It will be worth it, though... … [Read more...] about SaigonTech Student Collages
Saigon FPT Mobile and my lost Stylix
I lost my Stylix for my mobile phone last Saturday. I have been using my thumb to type my SMS messages. What a pain. Well, yesterday I went to the FPT Mobile Service Center to buy a new Stylix. Wow, the service was excellent. It took me about 5 minutes to get my new Stylix. Yeah it cost about 100,000 VND but at least I got a one to use again :-) (FPT Mobile Service … [Read more...] about Saigon FPT Mobile and my lost Stylix
Gloria Jean’s Hassle
Met with my student, Chi Mai, yesterday at Gloria Jean's Coffee in District 1. I consider Gloria Jean's Coffee one of the most expensive in Saigon but with the good internet connection and delicious pastries, why not? (^_^) I can see why it is one of the most popular coffee shops around the World. My only complaint deals with the shoe shiners, magazine sellers, etc., who … [Read more...] about Gloria Jean’s Hassle