So the Transpocalypse is in Liverpool this year then? I didn't go to the last one, but this could be fun, and I've got some leave due.
I think I'll have to see if I can raise a posse (this means you Mr Eichmann!) of interested bloggers, and plan an expedition.
For more info see: http://www.beckysweb.co.uk/beckysblog/2006/09/its-back.asp
Friday, September 29, 2006
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
I'm Spartacus!
Score one for the bad guys. :(
The higher-ups at our organisation had to report to a Parliament Select Committee about problems with the way we work, and our IT. And what do you know, they lied and said everything was fine and the staff were to blame.
The good guys got some publically available data and presented it to their MPs who then raised the matter in the Houses. Boy did the liars look silly!
Except that the two who did the whistleblowing got punished, and the liars got away scot free!
Some staff in the office they came from staged a mass walk out today (hooray). But sadly we couldn't do it. Many of us have been on the receiving end of victimisation, and they're ust looking for an excuse.
If the union says "all out", then I'm but, but sadly I can't support a wildcat. Which is a shame, because I'm al for it in theory, its just a bit tricky in practice with the really crap job market right now.
I'm not Spartacus, honest!
The higher-ups at our organisation had to report to a Parliament Select Committee about problems with the way we work, and our IT. And what do you know, they lied and said everything was fine and the staff were to blame.
The good guys got some publically available data and presented it to their MPs who then raised the matter in the Houses. Boy did the liars look silly!
Except that the two who did the whistleblowing got punished, and the liars got away scot free!
Some staff in the office they came from staged a mass walk out today (hooray). But sadly we couldn't do it. Many of us have been on the receiving end of victimisation, and they're ust looking for an excuse.
If the union says "all out", then I'm but, but sadly I can't support a wildcat. Which is a shame, because I'm al for it in theory, its just a bit tricky in practice with the really crap job market right now.
I'm not Spartacus, honest!
Monday, September 25, 2006
For the love of....
One of our domains is currently "down", which isn't a huge deal at the moment. We have switched some of the more important things over to the main domain so that they continue working in the meantime.
Our website is only half working at the moment because of this, but we are working as quickly as possible to resolve the issue. This more than likely means that the download links for Metaverse EX are non functional at the moment as well as anything past the first page of our website.
Again, I apologize for the incident and will keep everyone up to date as to when we start getting things back together again.
In Other News
Starbucks is now considered 99% complete. There are a few minor things to still accomplish but for now we are moving ahead with some other projects that need to begin. Namely the new Arcade (which has been put off for so long now it's just not funny)
What's Happening in Nidus?
Nothing, really. Not that we have abandoned the world - we're just in another one of those "planning" stages where the place goes silent for a few months. Rest assured there is alot on the table right now.. just a matter of getting it together.
And Finally...
I have finally given up on the Forums. You heard it here first. Trying to make a point is like pulling teeth or talking to a wall. If you haven't been reading the forums, then don't. It's a god aweful waste of your time.
If you aren't agreeing with AWI then you are apparently wrong - no matter how much you prove your case. Complete ignorance at it's best. I can't wait to get out of this universe and onto the second half of our project.
Our website is only half working at the moment because of this, but we are working as quickly as possible to resolve the issue. This more than likely means that the download links for Metaverse EX are non functional at the moment as well as anything past the first page of our website.
Again, I apologize for the incident and will keep everyone up to date as to when we start getting things back together again.
In Other News
Starbucks is now considered 99% complete. There are a few minor things to still accomplish but for now we are moving ahead with some other projects that need to begin. Namely the new Arcade (which has been put off for so long now it's just not funny)
What's Happening in Nidus?
Nothing, really. Not that we have abandoned the world - we're just in another one of those "planning" stages where the place goes silent for a few months. Rest assured there is alot on the table right now.. just a matter of getting it together.
And Finally...
I have finally given up on the Forums. You heard it here first. Trying to make a point is like pulling teeth or talking to a wall. If you haven't been reading the forums, then don't. It's a god aweful waste of your time.
If you aren't agreeing with AWI then you are apparently wrong - no matter how much you prove your case. Complete ignorance at it's best. I can't wait to get out of this universe and onto the second half of our project.
I'm a f**king professional
I hate my customers.
Because of professionalism and our policies I have to say things like "No I'm sure you did", "I believe you sent the money in", "No I'm sure you're not just stalling."
What I want to say is "LIAR!", "I know you haven't sent the money", "stop stalling or I send in the bailiffs!"
They're not all like that, but you dont remember the good ones do you? That's because the good ones are quick, painless, and are over in a day or two, and the bastards hang around like a bad smell for months.
Breathe. Calm. Breathe. And relax...
Because of professionalism and our policies I have to say things like "No I'm sure you did", "I believe you sent the money in", "No I'm sure you're not just stalling."
What I want to say is "LIAR!", "I know you haven't sent the money", "stop stalling or I send in the bailiffs!"
They're not all like that, but you dont remember the good ones do you? That's because the good ones are quick, painless, and are over in a day or two, and the bastards hang around like a bad smell for months.
Breathe. Calm. Breathe. And relax...
Sunday, September 17, 2006
Are you guys in a band?
Went to a multimedia performance art thing yesterday in Norwich. It was interesting.Some peices could only be described as self indulgant wank, or as I diplomatically said at the time "too challenging for my tastes". Others were clever, deep, or even funny - if you get a chance see two acoustic performers called Silent Monkey.
It was all organised by Mooncalf Curios, some sort of East coast artistic collective. It was interesting enough that I plan to go to their next event in November. I also want to hear the second part of the spoken word fairy tale.
Highlight of the day? Turning up and loking puzzed we were greeted by one of the organisers with, "Thanks for coming, are you guys playing today?" I've been mistaken for a number of things, but not a musician before.
It was all organised by Mooncalf Curios, some sort of East coast artistic collective. It was interesting enough that I plan to go to their next event in November. I also want to hear the second part of the spoken word fairy tale.
Highlight of the day? Turning up and loking puzzed we were greeted by one of the organisers with, "Thanks for coming, are you guys playing today?" I've been mistaken for a number of things, but not a musician before.
Monday, September 11, 2006
But its wrong...
Worried about the legal aspects of my dressing up? Fret no longer!
Here's a scan of my licence:
(And if you want your own visit http://www.beckysweb.co.uk/)
Here's a scan of my licence:
(And if you want your own visit http://www.beckysweb.co.uk/)
Friday, September 8, 2006
We have normality :)
The time is 11:49 pm EST and we now have normality :)
The website and OP are back online. This includes all services and content availible from this domain - Google Modules, Downloads, Textures, Objects, Website, and other hosted materials.
If you didn't notice we were down for the day, good :) If you did as promised the system is back up and running before Midnight.
Thank you for your patience - MPL Knight
The website and OP are back online. This includes all services and content availible from this domain - Google Modules, Downloads, Textures, Objects, Website, and other hosted materials.
If you didn't notice we were down for the day, good :) If you did as promised the system is back up and running before Midnight.
Thank you for your patience - MPL Knight
Server Outage :(
We are sorry to inform you that our Object Path and Website are currently experiencing technical difficulties. (We think Mr Clark spilled coffee on the server again...)
This server outage will effect both our main website and Object Path. For users of this system, we are happy to report that this outage should be temporary, and we expect to get things back online by midnight tonight (Eastern Standard Time).
Again, this looks like a temporary problem on our side and we are hard at work to correct it.
This does not mean the browser is a total bust (for New Users). While you are waiting for our world to return, why not check out some of the other worlds in this universe?
Active Worlds Gate: Click Here
Metatropolis: Click Here
Alphaworld: Click Here
Our deepest apologies from VR5 Online - We would love to see you again under better circumstances :)
Kicking the crap out of the servers - MPL Knight
This server outage will effect both our main website and Object Path. For users of this system, we are happy to report that this outage should be temporary, and we expect to get things back online by midnight tonight (Eastern Standard Time).
Again, this looks like a temporary problem on our side and we are hard at work to correct it.
This does not mean the browser is a total bust (for New Users). While you are waiting for our world to return, why not check out some of the other worlds in this universe?
Active Worlds Gate: Click Here
Metatropolis: Click Here
Alphaworld: Click Here
Our deepest apologies from VR5 Online - We would love to see you again under better circumstances :)
Kicking the crap out of the servers - MPL Knight
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