Cisco? We don't need no stinkin' Cisco!

I came across this email today as I was transferring the last of some old PST files up to Gmail. I still get a kick out of this today and since I created the Franken-Network, I can vouch for it's authenticity. My only regret was not putting the Linksys routers up inside the 4006 chassis for the pictures...

From: Vincent Raicovi
Sent: Monday, August 15, 2005 11:22 AM
To: *Names Removed to Protect the Innocent*
Cc: *Names Removed to Protect the Innocent*
Subject: A tailor made Linksys commercial. Too bad Cisco will never let you see it!

How does *Name removed* route VLANs when their Cisco 4006 goes on the fritz?

Linksys routers, that’s how!

Yes, what you’re seeing is really true. I’m currently routing 3 VLANs (if I don’t get parts fast enough, I’ll be going to five!), using $50, Linksys routers! While trying to re-cable a rack late Friday night, my 4000 decided to go out on me. Upon learning that Cisco SmartNet had expired back in September, there was only one thing that I could do to get administrative staff up and running; rely on Linksys!

You’re looking at 2 Linksys BEFSR11’s and 1 Linksys Network Everywhere router,
doing the job of a $10,000+ router. Of course, they don’t handle fiber, but with a little creative wiring, everyone is happier and if I didn’t tell anyone, they wouldn’t even know!

How to create a hit sitcom...

I was watching 'The Big Bang Theory' tonight and for the first time, started reading the 'vanity card' that rolls at the end of each episode. In this case it was for Chuck Lorre, who apparently rolls a different one for each episode of his shows. Tonight was number 184. it was the first line that caught my attention though:

Don't fall for a woman who has had sex with one of your rock n'roll heroes.

Anyway, so I start reading through the different vanity cards on the site and then stumble upon this, which is nothing but funny. I won't even try to summarize or pick my favorite funny part of it, as the whole thing's funny. Enjoy!

HOW TO CREATE A HIT SITCOM:
A simple, step-by-step guide to prime time success.