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Mark @basedpractice.com · 10/09/2026

For once I would like @steelseries.com GG to not forget my audio device after an update. It's right fucking there.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 09/09/2026

Ahh, the CreepWatch and CreepWatch Ultra

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 09/09/2026

Live Long, and Prostate

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 31/08/2026

We got this bullshit before we got zero sugar Code Red in Minnesota.

A picture depicting a 12 pack and a can of Mountain Dew Zero Sugar Soda, Trolli Mango Pineapple Punch

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 27/08/2026

We asked a dietician how to not enjoy the Minnesota State Fair.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 16/08/2026

Let it be known that on this day, my Logitech G502 III has begun showing signs its time to retire it. It has served honorably in its life. We shall soon be welcome Logitech G502 IV into service. Long shall they reign.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 31/07/2026

Well, he did invade Minnesota first.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 30/07/2026

When the @seedgame.bsky.social team wakes up, the real hero will be the internal issue tracker ticket to make the seedling/game state return more gracefully and less painfully.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 29/07/2026

Why is the feed full of hotdogs and people talking about them? What the hell context did I miss?

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Reject Convenience @rejectconvenience.com · 25/07/2026

If you're an iOS developer that has worked with an app that accesses the photo library, please shoot me a DM, I want to fact check some things I've been looking at. Thanks :)

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 22/07/2026

Attention: The stain on Greg's shirt is of historical importance to the Department of Temporal Investigations, and will be studied with great interest.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 22/07/2026

Handcar races confirmed for 2027?

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 15/07/2026

I’ve been asked if I have received a reply from LTT/LMg, and I have not. I don’t really expect one directly though.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 14/07/2026

Using a third-party tool I was only able to find one YouTube comment on the VOD that referenced it. It did get mentioned on the LinusTechTips subreddit in their new weekly WAN show megathread.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 14/07/2026

Last night I watched the latest WAN Show (Linus Tech Tips), and came across a spot in the VOD where the audio was muted. Turns out, Linus made a very poor taste “joke”/reference to Alex Pretti: “I think that’s a dead guy. Is that Alex Pretti?”. I found a recording. (Cont…).

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 14/07/2026

Dear city of Woodbury, I have discovered an additional street that is still open for use, and is not undergoing construction. Please look into this, as you may have missed one that needs to be closed for our convenience. Would not want to miss Q3 closure goals. Sincerely, A concerned citizen.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 10/07/2026

The real question: is this a flat earther showing their beliefs, or someone who really wants us to stop flat earthers? Find out next time on Dragon Ball Z!

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 10/07/2026

My advice for the week: Make sure to have a way to deal with lithium ion batteries. Especially if you use them with a hobby or have devices that allow you to swap them. My @steelseries.com headset batteries started to go big. The good news is, the replacement batteries arrived quickly.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 29/06/2026

@steelseries.com GG has to be the one of the biggest hunks of shit pieces of peripheral software on the planet. Just. Remember. My. Headset. After. Updates. Please.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 28/06/2026

Stick drift on a razor seems like a recipe for disaster.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 28/06/2026

I rarely walk into stores these days, so when I do there tends to be something new of trending. This time it’s… gamer razors?

An picture on a store shelf/rack of a Gillette branded razor, partnered with the Razer gaming company. The box states “for gamers by gamers”

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 23/06/2026

I’m over a thousand miles away, but I really want to piss in that reflecting pool.

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Ian Coldwater 🧊🚫 @lookitup.baby · 19/06/2026

nobody wants to work anymore

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 13/06/2026

I see @bsky.app looked at 2014 Kik as an example of a relevant app and decided to give that a try. It's not relevant, by the way.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 07/06/2026

Around the world to get there I guess?

Picture of the in flight display showing a highly incorrect time to destination over 22 hours

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 07/06/2026

Luckily I’m Vegas it cooled down a bit to a nice chill 98 degrees for a bit… And I’m glad I’ll be gone before it hits 110°F (43.3°C).

A screenshot from the Carrot app showing way too high temperatures in Las Vegas. Some days are as high as 98°F and other days are as high as 110°F (43.3°C).

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 07/06/2026

Vegas bound for the Zscaler Zenith Live conference!

Picture at an airport or an overhead gate sign for G20 with a flight to Las Vegas.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 06/06/2026

Sometimes at 2:13am it just be like that

A picture showing multiple MacBooks with different screens. Picture is dark with lights off.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 04/06/2026

The birds are chirping. Fuck.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 04/06/2026

Hi! You might notice my username has changed. [@]thethinkingsir.bsky.social → [@]basedpractice.com I've been working on transitioning my blog/technical write-ups/shitposts off from the platform I was using (remind me to cancel that...) to a new home. basedpractice.com Still the same ol' me. 🙂

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Based Practice

Personal blog — technical notes, gaming, sh!tposts, and stuff I like.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 01/06/2026

Ahh yes, it’s 4:38am, and I’m finally worn out after a late period of late night productivity.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 31/05/2026

Any time an airline departs and arrives at terminals with different numbers (such as departing Terminal 1 in MSP and arriving at Terminal 2 in Vegas, it should be free. Checkmate airlines.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 31/05/2026

Dear Reddit, Fuck off.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 31/05/2026

Today's decision paralysis: A new every day carry backpack in the 16L to 24L range. I currently have and like the LTT backpack but it's pretty damn bulky. The commuter bag seems to miss the mark a bit though.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 25/05/2026

Counterpoint: Wyoming is a chunk error.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 14/05/2026

@davidimel.com do you regularly run into issues with @zen-browser.app and DRM or is it more of a non-issue most of the time? Wondering if I should wait until they have a Widevine license.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 14/05/2026

Alright, give me your takes on Zen browser. Worth dipping into?

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 13/05/2026

Dear city of Woodbury, Boy, do I love the sounds of the construction occurring behind my house. I especially love how it starts promptly at 7am and goes all day. I’m also pleased to know it will continue for many weeks longer, and potentially into 2027. I also love the detours. Sincerely, 🖕

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 12/05/2026

I would have done this at Bruegger’s with my bagel of choice if the company owning it and Caribou hadn’t massacred it.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 12/05/2026

Amy is not the type of neighbor to invite to the barbecue. It’s bad enough she gets to go to the block party.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 12/05/2026

You know what could be a neat feature? Blocking users who follow tens of thousands of accounts.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 27/04/2026

It’s been nice having windows open regularly again. The cats appreciate it too.

Black and white picture of cats looking out a bedroom window.

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Mark @basedpractice.com · 26/04/2026

Is has never occurred to me to shop a pawnshop online. It also has never occurred to me that Pawn America might even have a functioning website. Time to go down a rabbit hole.

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