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Shuttles, Scrutiny, and the Seduction of the Lowest Bid

A space ride exploration of risk, quality, and the hidden costs of choosing the lowest bidder, whether in space shuttles or software.

Posted by Glenn Augustus on Sunday, July 27, 2025

Are you telling me that you built AI Innovation... out of a DeLorean?

A creative look at how legacy IT infrastructure is being transformed by AI and quantum computing. Drawing inspiration from 'Back to the Future,' this post explores the unexpected engines of innovation in today's digital landscape.

Posted by Glenn Augustus on Wednesday, June 4, 2025

On servers, serendipity and Superman

A playful reflection on inspiration, code efficiency, and the hidden value in both technology and pop culture. Discover how a single line—on screen or in code—can spark innovation and change the way we see the world.

Posted by Glenn Augustus on Tuesday, February 28, 2017

IT’s the way that you say it: The pitfalls of parlance

Unpack how language and marketing shape our perceptions of technology and value. This post challenges conventional wisdom about IT priorities and highlights the hidden influence of product messaging.

Posted by Glenn Augustus on Tuesday, June 21, 2016

The Industrial Webolution, Part 3: Daily Life

The final post in the Industrial Webolution series examines how technology transforms daily life, community, and human connection—drawing lessons from history to illuminate our digital present.

Posted by Glenn Augustus on Tuesday, January 12, 2016

The Industrial Webolution, Part 2: Power and Economics

Part of the Industrial Webolution series, this post explores how shifts in power and economics echo the industrial revolution, shaping technology, society, and the global economy.

Posted by Glenn Augustus on Thursday, November 5, 2015

The Industrial Webolution, Part 1: Tools

The first in the Industrial Webolution series, this post draws parallels between the evolution of tools and today's tech revolution, exploring how innovation and integration shape our world. Part of a multi-part series.

Posted by Glenn Augustus on Monday, October 26, 2015

Storage Basics Part 5 - or DAS ist gut ja!

The final post in the Storage Basics series explores the different ways data is addressed and accessed, from block and file storage to DAS, NAS, and object storage. A practical guide to modern storage architectures.

Posted by Glenn Augustus on Monday, October 5, 2015

Storage Basics Part 1 - or From Disc to Discovery

The first in a series demystifying storage, this post explains why storage matters, how it underpins business and daily life, and sets the stage for understanding modern data infrastructure. Part of a multi-part series.

Posted by Glenn Augustus on Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Compute Workload Abstraction - Part 4 or The mental mettle to manage metal

Part of a series on compute workload abstraction, this post explores the evolving role of bare metal servers, the rise of containers, and the operational benefits of portability in modern IT environments.

Posted by Glenn Augustus on Wednesday, August 12, 2015