Upgraded and marked.

In case any of you wondered (though, I doubt it but I will just state it here) why I put my blog on private, it was because I needed to make some major changes and I apologize.

Yesterday, while browsing through numerous blogs and websites, I thought of editing my page and change things a bit; as seen right this moment. I thought it was a good time to change and after hours scouring for possible layouts at Blogskins, I decided to upgrade my blog instead. I wasn't too excited with the new do but after various edits and previews, I now agree (even more) with Afi; I am very pleased with the new look, very organized. Super.

I fancied it and although it seems pretty bland without a proper background, it is much more organized than my previous ones. The codes are harder to understand as it's a totally different language altogether but I guess, in time I'll get the hang of it. Maybe I should buy a book about it or something, heck, I should get a book on Html too. Sigh, I should live up to my 'computer science student' name. Like, seriously.

I've also added something new to this blog, which is the 'Ad-Free Blog' picture at the sidebar. I came upon it at Meuy's page, one thing led to another and I find myself reading an article of an interview about this picture/button. I thought about it after a while and decided that I too, support the motion. I have always thought that ads are just mess and that blogs should not have ads, unless it's an online shop or the likes - well, you get the gist.

Anyways, excerpts (taken from the website);

By using this icon on my website I am stating...

1. That I am opposed to the use of corporate advertising on blogs.

2. That I feel the use of corporate advertising on blogs devalues the medium.

3. That I do not accept money in return for advertising space on my blog.

signed,

the author

"I am opposed to widespread advertising impacting every aspect of our existence. And I am drawing a line around the space that I deem inappropriate for advertising to inhabit. In this case it is my blog."

"...The more ads that appear on blogs the less we will all trust in honesty of the medium as a whole."

"...I do like to support people whose work I value. I personally still have a problem with receiving money for this, once again it comes down to credibility for me. I want my readers to trust that I act not only for personal gain or monetary reward. This decision comes down to one of personal choice. Ads are a way to make money, lets be clear about this. The best way to support a company is to write about them."

For more, you can read it here and here.



Turrah.