This Week At IDC — May 13, 2001

by Marko Peric

In case you haven't noticed, I'm alternating quotes and fun facts from week to week. Enjoy.

Song of the Week: I want a magic bus. Well, not really, but I do love the song "Magic Bus" by The Who. It's not a typical Who song, if there can be anything that's described as typical with the The Who. In fact, I can't really describe it, so just go download it now.

Link of the Week: Ever wonder how a CD player actually works? How about a cell phone, or a cruise missle? How about things that start with different letters? If you want to know, check out HowStuffWorks.com for explanation of the workings of all manner of stuff. I highly recommend their question of the day.

Quote of the Week: "We are shaped and fashioned by what we love" — Goethe. Hey, I don't quote dead German guys all that often. But I have quoted Goethe before. In fact, this very quote was my yearbook quote when I graduated from high school. I guess I was feeling serious and meaniful when picked that, unlike a friend who chose as his quote "For more information on the piping plover please contact the Canadian Wildlife Society in Ottawa."

DVD of the Week: Okay. I'll come out and admit it. I think Michael Douglas is a good actor. There, I've said it. You can stop gasping now. Sure, he's made some bad movies, but who hasn't? I just happened to buy Falling Down recently, and in fact it's sitting in my DVD player right now. This movie isn't for all tastes, but it is powerful and certainly worth a watch. There's not much in the way of extras on the DVD, alas.