Jeri Ellsworth
@jeriellsworth.bsky.social
Big nerd. Building things
Trump voters: History won’t be kind to you. Neither will I
Progress isn’t about making you comfortable
Trump voters: History won’t be kind to you. Neither will I
Progress isn’t about making you comfortable
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Anybody knows the model/type of this connector. I am looking for the part that mates with this. Its from a (very old) Norma power analyzer. Not visible here, but it also has a shield on 1/2 the side.
December 7, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Anybody knows the model/type of this connector. I am looking for the part that mates with this. Its from a (very old) Norma power analyzer. Not visible here, but it also has a shield on 1/2 the side.
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An art installation titled "Regular Animals," features the likenesses of Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk and other tech moguls on robot dogs.
December 5, 2025 at 1:00 AM
An art installation titled "Regular Animals," features the likenesses of Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk and other tech moguls on robot dogs.
I bet I could figure out how to fly this thing
December 6, 2025 at 9:15 PM
I bet I could figure out how to fly this thing
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if the dram ever falls off your switch 2 motherboard, here's how to put it back on again
December 6, 2025 at 8:29 PM
if the dram ever falls off your switch 2 motherboard, here's how to put it back on again
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"you don't want to know what i'm thinking about you rn"
December 6, 2025 at 7:18 PM
"you don't want to know what i'm thinking about you rn"
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My org @fightforthefuture.org has been “de-googling” for the last year.
We’re totally off Google suite, Google docs, Drive, Calendar.
We’re using Signal and Element for chat, Nextcloud for docs, etc
Planning to publish a “how to” guide for other nonprofits and activist groups soonish.
We’re totally off Google suite, Google docs, Drive, Calendar.
We’re using Signal and Element for chat, Nextcloud for docs, etc
Planning to publish a “how to” guide for other nonprofits and activist groups soonish.
December 6, 2025 at 7:53 PM
My org @fightforthefuture.org has been “de-googling” for the last year.
We’re totally off Google suite, Google docs, Drive, Calendar.
We’re using Signal and Element for chat, Nextcloud for docs, etc
Planning to publish a “how to” guide for other nonprofits and activist groups soonish.
We’re totally off Google suite, Google docs, Drive, Calendar.
We’re using Signal and Element for chat, Nextcloud for docs, etc
Planning to publish a “how to” guide for other nonprofits and activist groups soonish.
Villains isn't even a strong enough description. We're being terrorized by a handful of lifetime appointed ghouls we the people didn't elect.
Democrats need to lay the groundwork for reform by attacking the villains on the Supreme Court - loudly, angrily, personally, relentlessly. And they should start now.
paulwaldman.substack.com/p/democrats-...
paulwaldman.substack.com/p/democrats-...
Democrats Need to Treat the Supreme Court Like the Villain It Is
The Court is out of control, and we'll never see reform unless we build the case for it. Starting now.
paulwaldman.substack.com
December 5, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Villains isn't even a strong enough description. We're being terrorized by a handful of lifetime appointed ghouls we the people didn't elect.
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This is getting ridiculous
December 3, 2025 at 8:42 PM
This is getting ridiculous
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Are you paying attention?
AT&T commits to ending diversity, equity, and inclusion programs as it seeks approval from the Trump admin to buy wireless spectrum assets
AT&T commits to ending DEI programs | CNN Business
US wireless carrier AT&T said in a letter to the US telecoms regulator that it had committed to ending diversity, equity and inclusion programs, a move that comes as it seeks approval from the Trump a...
www.cnn.com
December 3, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Are you paying attention?
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It's that giving time of year again, so this is a reminder that no matter how they try to dress it up, the Salvation Army is not a charity.
December 3, 2025 at 1:58 AM
It's that giving time of year again, so this is a reminder that no matter how they try to dress it up, the Salvation Army is not a charity.
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Good news!
December 3, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Good news!
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an important read for at least 2 reasons:
1. shows how big tech operates on intuitions and vibes and not rigorous research
2. this is a masterpiece in how to breakdown complex scientific concepts in simple language and elegant pros that captivate the lay reader
taranis.ie/datacenters-...
1. shows how big tech operates on intuitions and vibes and not rigorous research
2. this is a masterpiece in how to breakdown complex scientific concepts in simple language and elegant pros that captivate the lay reader
taranis.ie/datacenters-...
Datacenters in space are a terrible, horrible, no good idea.
There is a rush for AI companies to team up with space launch/satellite companies to build datacenters in space. TL;DR: It's not going to work.
taranis.ie
December 3, 2025 at 7:07 PM
an important read for at least 2 reasons:
1. shows how big tech operates on intuitions and vibes and not rigorous research
2. this is a masterpiece in how to breakdown complex scientific concepts in simple language and elegant pros that captivate the lay reader
taranis.ie/datacenters-...
1. shows how big tech operates on intuitions and vibes and not rigorous research
2. this is a masterpiece in how to breakdown complex scientific concepts in simple language and elegant pros that captivate the lay reader
taranis.ie/datacenters-...
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🎄🎅🏼🎥 #DOScember Video Drop 🎞️
This year for DOScember I give you the gift of me fumbling around inside an #IBM5150 PC as I try to restore it to working condition all month long.
youtu.be/Jlaypmy0PyY
#IBM #VintageComputing #RetroComputing
This year for DOScember I give you the gift of me fumbling around inside an #IBM5150 PC as I try to restore it to working condition all month long.
youtu.be/Jlaypmy0PyY
#IBM #VintageComputing #RetroComputing
IBM 5150 Restoration Part 01 - PSU
YouTube video by Alan Grassia
youtu.be
December 3, 2025 at 2:14 AM
🎄🎅🏼🎥 #DOScember Video Drop 🎞️
This year for DOScember I give you the gift of me fumbling around inside an #IBM5150 PC as I try to restore it to working condition all month long.
youtu.be/Jlaypmy0PyY
#IBM #VintageComputing #RetroComputing
This year for DOScember I give you the gift of me fumbling around inside an #IBM5150 PC as I try to restore it to working condition all month long.
youtu.be/Jlaypmy0PyY
#IBM #VintageComputing #RetroComputing
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People may not know I have an "extras" (third) channel and I've been posting some videos to it lately. Nothing long or complex -- just quick phone videos usually on stuff going on down in the basement. (Or sometimes other random things.)
Latest video: youtu.be/YtTaXv1mgOU
Latest video: youtu.be/YtTaXv1mgOU
Quick fix: Franklin Ace 1000 Garbage Screen
YouTube video by Adrian's Digital Basement Extras
youtu.be
December 3, 2025 at 1:01 AM
People may not know I have an "extras" (third) channel and I've been posting some videos to it lately. Nothing long or complex -- just quick phone videos usually on stuff going on down in the basement. (Or sometimes other random things.)
Latest video: youtu.be/YtTaXv1mgOU
Latest video: youtu.be/YtTaXv1mgOU
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In the 1980s, at least one person had to have their hand resting on top of the monitor. It's a requirement!
November 26, 2025 at 3:54 AM
In the 1980s, at least one person had to have their hand resting on top of the monitor. It's a requirement!
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unbelievable, scrubbing with a magic eraser and then it works again
Lithium battery fumes got inside the HDD and oxidized the platter. I actually was able to clean this off with a magic eraser AND IT READS... Plenty of bad sectors, but i am getting an image!
November 24, 2025 at 12:57 AM
unbelievable, scrubbing with a magic eraser and then it works again
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I'm interested in it because it's used with the Dynix Automated Library System, used by a ton of libraries in the 80s and 90s. It's currently not available in any form (but I'm working on it)
November 23, 2025 at 10:43 PM
I'm interested in it because it's used with the Dynix Automated Library System, used by a ton of libraries in the 80s and 90s. It's currently not available in any form (but I'm working on it)
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bring back shame...and consequences
'Suddenly exposed' DOGE employees fear prosecution after Musk abandoned them: report
www.rawstory.com/doge-employe...
www.rawstory.com/doge-employe...
'Suddenly exposed' DOGE employees fear prosecution after Musk abandoned them: report
Current and former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staffers are growing increasingly concerned that the work they did slashing government programs and eliminating jobs will come back to hau...
www.rawstory.com
November 23, 2025 at 10:04 PM
bring back shame...and consequences
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I got the sliders waxed in the hot water & wax mixture and I'm actually shocked that this seems to have improved the white Alps.
Believe me I was a certified hater of this trick for a long time and was ready to rant my ass off about it if this failed. But I was wrong, these really are much better
Believe me I was a certified hater of this trick for a long time and was ready to rant my ass off about it if this failed. But I was wrong, these really are much better
November 22, 2025 at 11:39 AM
I got the sliders waxed in the hot water & wax mixture and I'm actually shocked that this seems to have improved the white Alps.
Believe me I was a certified hater of this trick for a long time and was ready to rant my ass off about it if this failed. But I was wrong, these really are much better
Believe me I was a certified hater of this trick for a long time and was ready to rant my ass off about it if this failed. But I was wrong, these really are much better
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RCA phono oscillator 1935, it is an accessory that was connected to an AM radio so that a phonograph could be played through the radio. Its a low power transmitter. I built many of these low power transmitting circuits when I was a kid. This is the oldest circuit I have seen. NJARC swap meet find.
November 23, 2025 at 6:08 AM
RCA phono oscillator 1935, it is an accessory that was connected to an AM radio so that a phonograph could be played through the radio. Its a low power transmitter. I built many of these low power transmitting circuits when I was a kid. This is the oldest circuit I have seen. NJARC swap meet find.
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I really want to know the full story behind this epic hack, and yet I also hope it is never solved.
It's my favorite day! It's the 38th anniversary of the Max Headroom signal broadcast intrusion!
1st incident lasted 25s during the 9PM news on WGN-TV in Chicago; The 2nd, 2hrs later, lasted ~90s on PBS affiliate WTTW during Dr. Who.
You can watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqge...
1st incident lasted 25s during the 9PM news on WGN-TV in Chicago; The 2nd, 2hrs later, lasted ~90s on PBS affiliate WTTW during Dr. Who.
You can watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqge...
Max Headroom 1987 Broadcast Signal Intrusion Incident
YouTube video by andrew867
www.youtube.com
November 22, 2025 at 7:50 PM
I really want to know the full story behind this epic hack, and yet I also hope it is never solved.
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Stocking stuffer ideas for your retro collector:
-Amtech flux
-Solder braid
-Sharp tweezers
-Flush cutter
-Machined dip sockets 8 up to 40pin
-Ceramic capacitor assortment up to 10uF
-Eye loupes
-Magic erasers
-kynar wire
-DeoxIT with needle dispenser
-Polypropylene safety cap assortment up to 1uf
-Amtech flux
-Solder braid
-Sharp tweezers
-Flush cutter
-Machined dip sockets 8 up to 40pin
-Ceramic capacitor assortment up to 10uF
-Eye loupes
-Magic erasers
-kynar wire
-DeoxIT with needle dispenser
-Polypropylene safety cap assortment up to 1uf
November 23, 2025 at 3:08 AM
Stocking stuffer ideas for your retro collector:
-Amtech flux
-Solder braid
-Sharp tweezers
-Flush cutter
-Machined dip sockets 8 up to 40pin
-Ceramic capacitor assortment up to 10uF
-Eye loupes
-Magic erasers
-kynar wire
-DeoxIT with needle dispenser
-Polypropylene safety cap assortment up to 1uf
-Amtech flux
-Solder braid
-Sharp tweezers
-Flush cutter
-Machined dip sockets 8 up to 40pin
-Ceramic capacitor assortment up to 10uF
-Eye loupes
-Magic erasers
-kynar wire
-DeoxIT with needle dispenser
-Polypropylene safety cap assortment up to 1uf
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As they should. Destroyed USAID based on lies.
'Suddenly exposed' DOGE employees fear prosecution after Musk abandoned them: report
Current and former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staffers are growing increasingly concerned that the work they did slashing government programs and eliminating jobs will come back to hau...
www.rawstory.com
November 22, 2025 at 8:01 PM
As they should. Destroyed USAID based on lies.