Software Activation, Licensing and Piracy
The problem with software activation systems in the Internet Age and the inflated claims that piracy costs billions of dollars a year.
Eric Olson
Eric Olson is the musical member of the Olson clan.
But Words Will Never Hurt Me
Editorial on negativity and entitlement amongst online communities.
Voting with the ego.
Egoism may not be popular, but it's what's getting my vote.
The Life of Clarence Himes
A biography of Clarence Himes by his grandson Shawn Olson.
New CS:Source Map de_tension








My return to mapping is official with the remake of de_tension for CS:Source. This new map includes a novel mapping technique developed by Andrew Penry and myself called Dynamic Mapping.
Boycott Adobe
It's Time for Artists to Send a Message
Critical discussion on software companies fleecing artists and consumers.
The Forgotten Philosopher: A Look at John Dewey
An essay delving into the educational philosophy of John Dewey.
My Experience at Westland High School
How an honor-roll student can lose heart and drop out
An overview of Shawn Olson's experience at Westland High School.