Autodesk Moving to Rental-Only for Software
How a company made for artists is pushing a policy that promotes more starving artists instead of thriving artists
Autodesk is now making plans to stop selling perpetual licenses and move all future business to a rental-only model.
Pursuit of Happiness
Essay on natural rights with a focus on the Pursuit of Happiness.
The Life of Clarence Himes
A biography of Clarence Himes by his grandson Shawn Olson.
Desktops are not extinct
Editorial discussing the notion that the time of the desktop is over. I argue that the advent of smart phones, tablets and mobile devices do not preclude the value of the desktop.
The black, white and red of the colorblind society
An essay noting the state of the civil rights movement in the wake of Rosa Park's death.
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.
But Words Will Never Hurt Me
Editorial on negativity and entitlement amongst online communities.
Houdini & Thurston
A short contrast of Howard Thurston and Harry Houdini
Comparing America magicians Harry Houdini and Howard Thurston.
My failed faith
The evolution of Shawn Olson's views on faith, religion and ethics.
Educational Drop-Outs
Observations on high school drop-outs and society.
