Pictures That Lie

I chose to discuss the manipulated picture of Bush's note in which he writes, "I think I may need a bathroom break. Is this possible?" I chose this particular photo because I believe it is a good example of an altered picture that was not used to deceive or harm anyone. A company called Reuters owned up to overexposing the note so that it would be easier to read. I do not believe this manipulation was harmful; they did did not change the content or context of the note nor did they try to hurt anyone. The company simply made what was already there more apparent.

Trinity's Wireless Network

Trinity's wireless network is definitely a plus. It gives students easier access for research, class notes, e-mail and other such things. The ability to utilize small spaces of time throughout the day is definitely a help too. For example, my schedule on Tuesday's makes for a very long day, but if I plan ahead and bring my laptop I can study newly posted lecture slides or e-mail a question to my professor about an upcoming paper in between classes. I also love doing homework outside, which is a really nice benefit of a wireless network. It lets me make the most of this really nice weather. Of course, there are a few downfalls to a wireless network like facebook and surfing the net. But whether wireless or not, temptation and distrations will always be there. Here's a link to an article about wireless worries for campuses. In my opinion, oh well, I'd rather be fighting the urge to facebook outside than in.