HHGTTG has always been what I thought was my biggest disconnect from geek culture. I read it in college (in '00, probably), and was pretty solidly bored throughout. To me, it was nothing more than a collection of absurdities and non-sequiturs strung into a ungripping narrative. I'd describe it as a trite version of Vonnegut or Heller, but without any of the soul.

I've never really understood the appeal. I won't assert that it sucks, but it sure isn't on my wavelength.

That said, I can't believe they would actually try giving this to another writer. This fanbase is too... fickle? smart? discerning?

Did someone say... Space Taxi?

I did a contracting stint with Z2 Systems (z2systems.com), who have a web-based product called NEON.

It's a small startup with a growing customer base. The company targets small-to-mid-sized nonprofits.

Even though I no longer work there and do not get any kickbacks, tell 'em Grant sent you.

The links to the articles do not go to the first page in each article. The first two links both link to page 2.

Please fix.