Monthly Archives: August 2011
Evolution of Data Centers
| August 31, 2011 | Posted by Angela under Business & Technology |
We just launched another infographic on the Rackspace Cloud blog covering the evolution of data centers from the 1960s to today.
You might be thinking, “this has nothing to do with me.” Well, it does. Every time you update your Facebook page or upload a photo to Flickr or send a Tweet, you are using the power of a computer sitting inside a data center. As we transfer more and more data across the Internet, the more and more power we use. This is why Facebook launched the OpenCompute project – to showcase how they’ve built a green data center – and with the hopes that through collaboration with other technology providers, like Rackspace, we can build greener data centers.
We’ve collected a series of videos across the Internet from each era and it’s interesting to see how much has changed over the course of 50 years. Check it out.
I’m a San Antonio CPS Peak Saver
| August 12, 2011 | Posted by Angela under Business & Technology, Local Places & Events |
We received this friendly email from CPS thanking us for being part of the CPS Peak Savers program. They are probably receiving an influx of inquiries from residents in the program complaining their utility bill is still high even though they are in the Peak Saver program. It’s only meant to be of guidance though; you still need to be disciplined and follow their suggestions as well as be conscious of the fact that we are receiving record high temps, so everyone is feeling the pinch. Anyways, I think the email was well written. Yes, it’s hot outside but doesn’t mean we need to make it freezing inside!
They suggest these additional tips to help better control your energy use this summer.
- When at home, close blinds and drapes that get direct sun, set air conditioning thermostats to 78 degrees or higher, and use fans in occupied rooms to make it feel cooler.
- When away from home, set air conditioning thermostats to 85 degrees and turn all fans off before you leave. Block the sun by closing blinds or drapes on windows that will get direct sun.
- Do not use your dishwasher, laundry equipment, hair dryers, coffee makers, or other home appliances during the peak hours of 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Turn off all unnecessary lights, appliances, and electronic equipment.
- Use microwaves for cooking instead of an electric range or oven.
- Set your pool pump to run in the early morning or evening instead of the afternoon.
How your central air conditioning system performs depends upon a number of factors, including:
- how well your home is insulated
- the efficiency your system
- the outside temperature
- the temperature setting on your thermostat
- the heat your home gains through the attic, windows and walls
Early Morning at the Zoo, Caught the Monkey Bully
| August 10, 2011 | Posted by Angela under Family Stuff, Local Places & Events, Why I like San Antonio |
One of the biggest advantages of having a San Antonio Zoo membership is being able to enter the zoo before the doors open. Zoo members get to enter at 7:30am, all other guests, 9am. What does that mean?
1) Less heat
2) No crowds
3) Animals are out playing!
I took Jacob last week and we saw some interesting animal interactions. The monkeys were our favorite and we spotted a monkey bully. Check it out.
Then we saw ducks playing the mating game.
And to top it off, we took a nice train ride through Brackenridge park. My son was flirting with this beautiful little girl sitting behind us.
It was an adventurous day with my son.
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