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episode 22 (1x22)

: 15, 2005

# Ruby on Rails 1.0 has finally shipped--of course, programmers have been using the popular open-source framework for months. # IE and Mozilla collaberate on a new RSS Icon. Apparently they all agree that the best way to ensure consistency is to change the icon. # Can Brasso clean iPod scratches? It can, and Patrick demonstrates why you should only use it in a well ventilated environment. # Noise isolating headphones work--sometimes too well. Good places for isolating 'phones: airplanes, buses, and construction sites. Bad times for isolating 'phones: while flying airplanes, driving buses, or working in construction sites. # Traffic bites: but, if you live in SF, Seattle, or LA the TrafficGauge can help you avoid the gridlock. # Viewer Question: Nikki from San Francisco, CA asks "How do I go about finding an ISF-certified tech that can calibrate my LCD TV without ripping me off?" # Answer: Well, as long as Robert passes the ISF test he might help you out. Otherwise, use your best judgement! # Gamers rule... Child's Play raises toys, games, and cash for sick kids in Childrens Hospitals. Hillary? Mr. Lee? Are you listening? # Viewer Question: Chris from Germany asks "Can I connect a VGA output to the HDMI port on an HDTV?" # Answer: No, and it definitely pays to get a video card with DVI output: they're cheap, and you'll have a much cleaner signal for your HDTV. # Plus, all the critical geek news, your latest viewer questions, and much more!