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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-07-11

bronwen — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:13:00 +0000

Fantastic future of the net from Vint Cerf." http://bit.ly/9fwo97 via @erichknipp: #
An interesting take on this RT @AndreaDiMaio: GAO’s Criticism and the Changing Shape of Clouds – http://bit.ly/9dP3Er #cloud #gov20 #
Cape Town CBD is awash with flags and fans, traffic chaos and fanparks filling up quick. Gonna be some party tonight! #
Phone is completely borked. Not only does the screen disappear constantly, it has learned to take pics with no human, or other contact #
@Brettski Well of course I support ze Germans. I have two rabid little Kausches champing at the bit waiting for the game too in reply to Brettski #
Interesting! Share price worth a watch RT @adriaanstrydom: HSBC may bid for South Africa's Nedbank – http://bit.ly/c3Ensk #
@phillipdewet I have two words for Paul the sodding octopus… Lemon. Butter in reply to phillipdewet #
Dear LG, if you won't support my country by paying tax, I won't buy your products http://bit.ly/9ES6YZ #
@IvoVegter I'm all for making it easier 4 big business 2 operate in a country, but they should play by the rules until tax leg. is amended in reply to IvoVegter #
@IvoVegter I'm all for making it easier 4 big business 2 operate in a country, but they should play by the rules until tax leg. is amended in reply to IvoVegter #
@simondingle I've already got the tent airing for Rocking the Daisies. This year the kids will come with in reply to simondingle #
@simondingle I've already got the tent airing for Rocking the Daisies. This year the kids will come with in reply to simondingle #
@IvoVegter True on both counts. Still don't like what they're doing, but then I've never cared for the brand so a boycott won't kill me in reply to IvoVegter #
A big welcome and #FF to @desirep, Gartner Africa's GM. #
Shouldn't be too difficult. RT @slashdot: Major ISPs Challenge UK's Digital Economy Act http://bit.ly/9dLG92 #
I don't (often) have sex in a lab, but this is interesting… http://bit.ly/a51Xwl #
Oh my goodness, there is a storm coming this way…batten down the hatches….#Capetown we're in for a weekend! #
Ah, strategic. I applaud you RT @hiltontarrant: Bonus about my new place… Its a block away from the best liquor store in Jhb #
@samanthaperry pesky print journalists spying on SABC. Know your place print media, don't ask questions! pffft, it's all a little sad in reply to samanthaperry #

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-07-04

bronwen — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 16:13:00 +0000

RT @globalpolicy: So Macs and PCs DO have something in common! http://bit.ly/13H5tQ #DRC #minerals #
RT @globalpolicy: So Macs and PCs DO have something in common! http://bit.ly/13H5tQ #DRC #minerals #
RT @TechCentral: TechCentral opinion, Symbian isn't dead (yet), by Gartner's Nick Jones – http://bit.ly/93lfEy #
Flipping brilliant! RT @bitterer: Very funny. Java vs .Net Trailer. http://bit.ly/cfVRZA #
Flipping brilliant! RT @bitterer: Very funny. Java vs .Net Trailer. http://bit.ly/cfVRZA #
RT @ncallegari: Let's tell it like it is: "MTN, Vodacom hold SA to ransom to protect huge profits." #telecoms #interconnect > exactly right #
RT @Gartner_inc: Gartner: Worldwide Wireless E-Mail Users to Reach 1 Billion by Year-End 2014 http://bit.ly/9tp0Qj #
Super cool, RT @slashdot: First Direct Photo of Alien Planet Confirmed http://bit.ly/cUDRxk #
Rock them guys! RT @DieHeuwels: lekker in amsterdam ek se!speel vanaand by die MELKWEG saam met gaslight anthem! #
Kids back from various holidays. House filled to overflowing with various mates after late-night #WC activities. Chaos restored. #
The chances of your printer going on the fritz is proportional to the urgency of the job at hand – Murphy, i will find you and thump you #

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-06-27

bronwen — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 16:13:00 +0000

Says it all really: RT @vancokekartel: Jirre jissis porras #
"On any given (Tuesday) you're gonna win or you're gonna lose. The point is – can you win or lose like a man?" Play like men today #Bafana #
@art2gee well perhaps the fashion police would agree, orange can play havoc with your complexion doll! #WhatResourceAllocation in reply to art2gee #
Jawohl and Aweh to that RT @ncallegari: RT @Shaun: Time to drink Bavaria for Bafana #
I'm so proud of #Bafana they played like champions! Nothing wrong with that score guys – you made us proud! #
What was with the body language between the coaches after the match tho? #flyonthewall #
@RichMulholland No, but had hellish issues this morning…? in reply to RichMulholland #
@RichMulholland No, but had hellish issues this morning…? in reply to RichMulholland #
@mobilemoneyafr astonishing considering i asked them about their strat just 2 days ago and they couldn't be assed to comment. #MTN PR #fail in reply to mobilemoneyafr #
@mobilemoneyafr astonishing considering i asked them about their strat just 2 days ago and they couldn't be assed to comment. #MTN PR #fail in reply to mobilemoneyafr #
RT @AndreaDiMaio: How Much Innovation Is Enough for Government? – http://bit.ly/9SCXHD #gov20 #ogov #opengov #
New Google opt out feature lets users protect privacy by moving to remote village: http://onion.com/94zYcX … ah, happy Friday all #
Jobs tells iPhone users to get a grip: http://bit.ly/bfFzE5 telling it like only the Reg can #
What a game. My boys rocked. Germany all the way! #

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-06-20

bronwen — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 16:13:00 +0000

Doing the loyal thing and supporting Germany. Wish Ballack still was in tho! #
Say it with me now… TWWOOOOO. Nil #
Despite my loyalty, the Aussies are showing some fantastic skills. Makes 4 a great game – but damn that young German side is cooking! #
Wo0t! #
Deutschland über alles #
I'll say it again…. Deutschland über alles! #
RT @Bash: RT @weblivz: Can't believe number of complaints about the #Vuvuzela in a country where 18 million people regularly watch XFactor. #
RT @ferialhaffajee: We blow our vuvuzela's today because of brave young people who said "no more" 34 years ago. Remember. Salute. Honour. #
Brilliant! RT @Bash: OH: " In remote-working-space no one can hear you snort." ~@adamcharnock #
One scalding bath later and I still feel like Shrek's Donkey – I can't feel my toes #buggerthiswinterforalark #
Which twit came up with the addy for news tip offs at SABC?? newsin@sabc.co.za . Saw it on the news credits and nearly chocked on my dinner! #
And when will you get to go on Top Gear Helen? RT @helenzille: He asked if that means he will become a Premier next (@mayoroflondon) #
Gr8 move! well done RT @mcleodd: TechCentral is growing TechCentral appoints Candice Jones as deputy editor – http://bit.ly/bhP4UX #
Brilliant! RT @d4v3g: Oops. http://bit.ly/ceJx64 #
Damn, wish I were there. Enjoy RT @ArnoCarstens: Johnny Clegg and @ArnoCarstens at The Forum, Kentish Town tonight http://twitpic.com/1y31h1 #
Inconceivable idea & unworkable RT @khayadlanga: Internet 'Kill Switch' to Give President Power To Shut Down The Web http://huff.to/aL3QF6 #
Now that's Ayoba! RT @jeffmann: New idea to increase audience participation at #Gartnersym : Vuvuzelas ! #
@phillipdewet they were called in @ the last mo and had no training, I heard they did a great job? Indicative of dodge tenders @ the outset in reply to phillipdewet #
Just have. Good1 RT @stevesong: Add you voice for consultative, development-focused Copyright Review in South Africa – http://bit.ly/9mywf5 #
Happy Fathers Day. Especially to all the single dads out there. Keep on keeping on, you have no idea how important your job is #

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-06-13

bronwen — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:13:00 +0000

@Brettski "…like the philosopher Jagger once said, 'You can't always get what you want.'" Gregory House. in reply to Brettski #
@Brettski "…like the philosopher Jagger once said, 'You can't always get what you want.'" Gregory House. in reply to Brettski #
What a week. Huge deadlines, a matric dance to live through, waiting for new business news – oh yes and some football event I hear #
@simondingle Seriously want the new Lancia Delta – now that is Italian engineering. Wait. Is that an oxymoron? in reply to simondingle #
#MTN Cavendish #Epic Fail. Had a phone for repairs for 2 months, not 1 call to me and it was sent back fixed 6 weeks ago! #
@angelo2711 I wrote a story on urban development and WC for M&G, spoke to Cpt city council & got sensible response. Pure sensationalism! in reply to angelo2711 #
Go Cosatu! RT @Bushradionews: Cosatu pleads half day for workers http://bit.ly/cHhsMc #
Ttttrue dddat. Brrrrr RT @pete_flynn: Cape Town winter. Feeel iit. Iit is here. #
Lol RT @Digimates: I want a black one! or a white one #
@Digimates Take the high road – or, skip the road and take the high in reply to Digimates #
Good to see lobbying from both sides for a change RT @slashdot: Venture Capitalists Lobby Against Software Patents http://bit.ly/d2mnB7 #
@ricegirl2 Eish, feel your pain. Have a safe and successful trip in reply to ricegirl2 #
Hmm, and how much of my data does Google have as a result? RT @CapeTown: #capeNews via @LydonZA: Google Street View SA is now live! #
Dude, try 2 months, & they've lost the phone! RT @Franstasties: Got my blackberry back after 6 weeks of waiting. Thanks #mtn #
@alastairotter As my daughter says: I'm not stalking, I'm just observing… in reply to alastairotter #
Seriously…RT @dstgovza: Government issues protocol on respecting the national anthem http://bit.ly/c5fwis #
Limewire 2 move HQ to Spain? RT @slashdot: Spanish Judges Liken File Sharing To Lending Books http://bit.ly/d4hrL2 #
Limewire 2 move HQ to Spain? RT @slashdot: Spanish Judges Liken File Sharing To Lending Books http://bit.ly/d4hrL2 #
Ditto! RT @Craigrodney: @rbjacobs noticed that nothing has happened about FNB sending me spam SMS! I thought it was going to be stopped? #
NEVA? surely not! RT @jboriginal: @samanthaperry Uber-dodgy, but I've heard of some PR companies/people who've actually heard of twitter #
@RubyGold We've just been given an entire CD of work for the hols. Spare a thought for 2010 matrics! #WCSacrifice in reply to RubyGold #
@RubyGold We've just been given an entire CD (50+hours) of work for the hols. Spare a thought for 2010 matrics! #2010WCsacrifice in reply to RubyGold #
True that! RT @alastairotter: School holidays are not the most productive times when you work from home #holidaysarehowlong #
True that! RT @alastairotter: School holidays are not the most productive times when you work from home #holidaysarehowlong #
Brilliant RT @GreatDismal: BP spills coffee http://bit.ly/aigHLc #
I have lived through the most amazing times. Seen our nation freed, watched as we took our place in global village, and today we celebrate! #
They will be Cheesed. Creamed, only more so! RT @angelo2711: … Mexico is going to get creamed today. #
@samanthaperry Sorry Sam! Are the furred family members okay and not too freaked out? in reply to samanthaperry #
*Yawn* had to fetch a load of matric boys in Long Street at 4am after WC parties, off to Franschhoek for lunch #ExhaustedHolidaysJustBegun #

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-06-06

bronwen — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 16:13:00 +0000

MacBaby back from the shop. Ended up installing Snow Leopard and setting up new user profile. Awesome service from @Digimates! tx Tristane #
RT @mailandguardian: Communications minister to meet SABC board http://bit.ly/dlnDLh >Enough insubordination, he shouts wielding a big stick #
@ncallegari Which is why we have to create a new Act – all the amendments not withstanding, '78 Act for a digital economy? Puleese! in reply to ncallegari #
Shot @mcleodd and @simondingle. Well deserved both of you! Now off you go and write a joint thank you note #
*Cough, splutter, pick myself off the floor* I may be eons late, but just stumbled upon the Toyota (boxer) ad bloopers. http://bit.ly/d6CGUa #
RT @benedictkelly: RT @5tevenw: Toyota's new 2011 models will be so advanced they will recall themselves. #
The Yard, a fine tradition.. the Vuv? RT @mcleodd: Classic! RT @cecilia_vdm: Alternative use for the vuvuzela http://twitpic.com/1tm0d0 #
I'm in line to win a 32GB iPad from #Afrihost all I had to do was follow their CEO on twitter – http://bit.ly/twitteripada #
RT @phillippabiggs: Mark #Twain If you don't read a newspaper you are uninformed. If you DO read a newspaper, you are misinformed. > #

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-05-30

bronwen — Sun, 30 May 2010 16:13:00 +0000

Open to abuse – stupid idea! RT @slashdot: Large Irish ISP To Enact "Three Strikes" Rule For Copyright Violation http://bit.ly/d0ak3q #
Off to #inetct Some lively debate on how to regulate the Internet for growth. Find out more on http://www.isoc.org.za Pls RT #
Internet policy becoming more important by the day – but who should draft it? Who will monitor and make sure it's non-partisan? #inetct #
in Africa cost of ICT (price basket) represents 41% of the region's monthly average income (GNI) #inetct #
ISOC learned it's lesson- don't show the Internet to the disconnected unless it can be left there – affordable & available #inetct #
Biggest barrier to real internet access in Africa is spectrum says @stevesong Clear policy also needed on open access. #
Paris Mashile bellowing into his cellphone outside the door. If a regulator has a conversation and no one hears it…. #
Paris Mashile confident that the spectrum auction conditions were the best they could do. Use it or lose it and price reserves good. #inetct #
@anotheralan and that he will get the MNOs to use COA CAM accounts so he can use LRIC to price cap – Pffff. Ja right in reply to anotheralan #
accounting gaps between electronics and duct write downs has put additional pressure on companies delivering fibre #inetct #
Area specific terms and obligations will be in all spectrum licences says Mashile. #
"I will not be enthuesed by municipalities who wish to make money frm spectrum" stick 2 delivering housing and toilets says Mashile #inetct #
@steve_davies I also thought municipalities were Constitutionally bound to deliver services? in reply to steve_davies #
*snort* awe Steve! RT @stevesong: SA telecoms expensive? Not so fast, says pinstripe-suited industry apologist. http://bit.ly/bUC7jW #
Great day @ #inetct Up at 5 – two M&G deadlines looming. Still a bit cheesed at Paris' quips today. Ignorance only surpassed by arrogance? #
A very great man indeed! RT @stephenfry: In memory of a dear friend and very great man. Today is Towel Day http://bit.ly/9yTxr5 #towelday #
RT @neilhimself: Vaguely disappointed to learn that BP's "top kill procedure" will leave its entire executive strata alive. >> too true! #
LOL, damn straight! ruined them 4 me RT @RichMulholland: I think the Parlotones have a better chance of winning a Loerie, than a SAMA. #
Apple shares up, workers down #iJump anyone? RT @busrep: iPhone maker Foxconn hit by 10th jumping death http://bit.ly/dDpwJ5 #
It's a sad indictment of your life when a 13-hour work day seems like you got off lightly… #
Flipping scary!! Graphical representation of privacy settings on #Facebook http://bit.ly/a5QnYN #socialmedia via @phillippabiggs #
@geekrebel It's simple. Stack beer loosely at the bottom of the fridge. Only have cans, and reward him with a sip on successful delivery in reply to geekrebel #
Just read an essay by my son. cant even begin 2 express how amazed & proud I am. some of the most beautiful language & passion! So blessed. #

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-05-23

bronwen — Sun, 23 May 2010 16:13:00 +0000

Another week at Wits. Missing home like hell! #
Ballack out?! Noooooo. One of the few reasons I was watching this year dang it all! #
Sarcastic? Moi? Never! RT @slashdot: Software Recognizes Sarcastic Tweets http://bit.ly/9Derpt #
RT @ncallegari: LOL http://twitpic.com/1oo5h8 #
Dalai Lama all over again? RT @khayadlanga: Uproar in Israel over Chomsky decision http://nyti.ms/cxm1WI #
One more day in the big smoke. Can't wait to get back! Will be sleeping lots this weekend – what a trip! #
Lost my copy /paste function on my Mac. No amount of re-starting will help. Any ideas? #

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-05-16

bronwen — Sun, 16 May 2010 16:13:00 +0000

Indeed! RT @paulscott56: I think I will boycott writing iPhone apps until Apple wakes up wrt patents and open standards #
RT @guardiantech: Parties did not make the best of social networking in this general election http://bit.ly/97V64k #
Special thanks to Renaldo at #FNB Great service after a very worrying security breach. Good people still the winning formula 4 good service #
And not forgetting RB of course – thanks for your help too @Rbjacobs. #
These early morning flights are for the birds man. Coffeeee! #
Damn law exam tomorrow. Forgotten what exam nerves feel like. not nice, just not nice… #
RT @adriaanstrydom: "Internet advertising revenues in the U.S. hit $5.9 billion …representing a 7.5 percent increase" http://bit.ly/ch8fbK #

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-05-09

bronwen — Sun, 09 May 2010 16:13:00 +0000

Yeah! RT @feedmymedia: Some geeky info, our server cluster is now running Ubuntu 10.04 LTS (Lucid Lynx). Wicked! #
@l_magnus A Dirk Gently moment. Perhaps it was just fundamentally fed up with being were it was? #InterconnectednessOfAllTthings in reply to l_magnus #
@l_magnus Arrgh, 'wHere it was' can write promise in reply to l_magnus #
@phillipdewet Just for you http://bit.ly/8X2wyJ in reply to phillipdewet #
@Casey_ek_se This #walmart ad could be best ad ever made. It worries me that I find this so funny: http://bit.ly/6WsVPW in reply to Casey_ek_se #
@RubyGold well he was the king of poking. The poke enabler, the poke meister, go on Poke him – and for the dyslexics out there Pokehimon in reply to RubyGold #
Lolly J's memorial song from Bon Jovi : Shot through the heart and you're to blame
Darlin' you give love a bad name. #
Strewth! RT @RubyGold: The DA concerned about ANC fielding a convicted hijacker as their candidate in a by-election http://twurl.nl/7tidif #
RT @wooze66:
status =skype icon with the guy turning red and hitting his head against the wall #skypeiconsyoucantfindontwitter > yes! #
@geekrebel Happy Birthday Henk! Hope it's a good year for you mate. Remember, getting old is mandatory, growing up is optional… #
A great idea! RT @AlchemySA: How brain dumping can help you… http://ow.ly/1H8eb #
@brankobrkic DStv and USAASA should get together, neither are doing anything meaningful to bring broadcasting services to the people in reply to brankobrkic #
@brankobrkic DStv and USAASA should get together, neither are doing anything meaningful to bring broadcasting services to the people in reply to brankobrkic #
I hope it was vivisection! RT @slashdot: Microsoft Office 2010, Dissected http://bit.ly/asQ7AM #
RT @alastairotter: Lego Star Wars Trilogy In Just Two Minutes – http://bit.ly/9AXj6k #starwars #lego #
#fnb card skimmed, reported it, called now and a cell no. I've never heard of has been input on their system to alert card can be collected? #
@JackParow and Francois van Coke Dans Dans Dans video – damn fine! Good production too. Shot guys! Awe etc http://bit.ly/bQTVyq #
@Rbjacobs well, I took the number, the call centre seemed pretty blase about it. Thanks 4 the quick response Rb in reply to Rbjacobs #
"…like the philosopher Jagger once said, 'You can't always get what you want.'" Gregory House #
@ricegirl2 and i tell my kids: accept as part of the chaos theory – sh*t happens in reply to ricegirl2 #
Canonical explains Ubuntu unfree video choice: from the Reg http://bit.ly/aFC1xh #
ROFLOL RT @HollyWinter: RT @badjournalism: The Mail's moral high ground undermined by unfortunate ad placement – http://twitpic.com/1la7rv #
RT @clivesimpkins: Yng JHB brak needs home. Vet now sent to SPCA. She'll be euthanased. http://twitpic.com/1lqzrt Pse RT #
Have my boy back from Grey PE golf tour. Safe and happy with both the kiddos – Moms Day can now commence #
@khayadlanga Thanks! We succeed by being part of the village who helps us raise our kids incl some amazing teachers & extended family in reply to khayadlanga #
Mothers Day pressie to myself – @JackParow album bought and downloaded via Klicktrack. R94 and no money going to Musica – awe. #
Amazing stuff. Europe scores a space win RT @guardiantech: Welcome to a new Eden – two billion miles from Earth http://bit.ly/d4azz3 #