The updated version of Fire in the Valley , by Paul Freiberger and Michael Swaine, a superb introduction to the people and ideas that made Silicon Valley what it is today. The Elegant Universe , Brian Greene's elegant explanation of string theory, which may explain everything from the smallest sub-atomic particles to the vast reaches of the universe. Yesterday's column about one congressman's efforts to restore some balance in the intellectual property arena brought lots of e-mail and further ideas.
Libraries have a wonderful image.
Hey, if there's a real need here, the market will meet it, Mr Franklin. No author could possibly want his books read for free, sir. People caught would be those copying copyrighted software or MP3s, whether for commercial purposes or for friends. Internet Critic Takes on Microsoft . Here's Dave's response .