I have started writing this long rant. And it has been getting longer and longer. So, now I have given up on posting it on RandomNotes anytime soon. My mind is bursting with stuff that I want to write and share. But articulating any of those thoughts would need concentrated attention and time. I have been very dispersed for the last few days. My work life is now composed of many small transactions that have been eating up all my time. My computer, which is idiosyncratic even in the best of times, is showing major attitude. At least, I have now gotten all the applications reinstalled (Very important!). I didn't realize how dependent I am on the apps that I use with IE, until I lost them. Here is what I use when surfing:

1. Google tool bar: You probably already have it on your browser. No should have to make do without it.
2. Atomica answer bar: Its a nifty tool to look up the definition of any Anglo Saxon word, term etc.that may cross your path. Since Blogger doesnt have a spell check, it also works as my default spell checker (i.e. when I am doubtful about any spelling)
3. Cuteftp: I am sure there are a lot of ftp applications out there. But over the last few years, I have gotten used to cuteftp. Its really a very neat application
4. Live365: The bestest Internet radio page in the universe.

On a different note, if you are a weblogger, you may want to check out Blogroots (i.e. if you haven't already). Its a forum for weblogging related discussions. It hasn't taken off in a big way yet. But I am sure it will.