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  1. Re:no user-replaceable parts on Analyzing the New MacBook Pro · · Score: 1

    The TV is an appliance, laptops didn't use to be which is taking some acceptance.

  2. Re:Ugh. Worst summary ever? on Verizon Wireless Goes Ahead With 'Bucket' Data Plans · · Score: 1

    I haven't found any mention of what happens should one go over the data cap with the new plan, does this jump to the next data bracket or are there other overage fees?

  3. Re:has no user-replaceable parts at all on Analyzing the New MacBook Pro · · Score: 1

    Maybe, the intention is that it is a user replaceable part.

  4. Re:another... on Adopt the Cloud, Kill Your IT Career · · Score: 3, Interesting
  5. Re:Do not use standard passwords on Lessons Learned From Cracking 2M LinkedIn Passwords · · Score: 0

    or passwords developed by patterns. If you're password is not 20 random characters, it will probably be cracked with minimal effort from even a "journalist".

  6. Re:How to read a design patent on Apple Granted Broad Patent On Wedge-Shaped Laptops · · Score: 1

    Wow, looking over filings from that google link, applied for a paten on nearly every aspect of the macbook air(laptop). I understand you wouldn't want somebody to make a "copy" but isn't there going to be overlap with the basic design of a laptop.

  7. Re:Already been around for two centuries on Apple Granted Broad Patent On Wedge-Shaped Laptops · · Score: 1

    Nearly every laptop is thicker at the hinges and thinner at the palm rest.

  8. Re:Apples to HFCS Orange Flavored Drink on California City May Tax Sugary Drinks Like Cigarettes · · Score: 1

    Is this a common practice, to tax a subsidy?

  9. Re:It's not a tax, it's an improvement on California City May Tax Sugary Drinks Like Cigarettes · · Score: 1

    Probably will hurt kids in the long run, as they will be paying more for their drinks.

  10. Re:China??? on After Launch Day: Taking Stock of IPv6 Adoption · · Score: 1

    Would it be possible to use a tunnel broker to hit ipv6 sites?

  11. Bing and yahoo on After Launch Day: Taking Stock of IPv6 Adoption · · Score: 2

    I though tit was sad that bing.com and yahoo.com did not return a v6 address yesterday.

  12. I would kill for on Inside the Death of Palm and WebOS · · Score: 1

    the ability to "fling" apps up off the screen to close them, and to see multiple running apps at a glance. I thought things were suppose to get better. I still keep my pre for some reason, I miss using it.

  13. Re:Need IPv6 at home? on World IPv6 Launch Day Underway · · Score: 1

    I'm trying to decide if i'm being overly paranoid running some kind of scripted firewall or if I should just use client firewalls which I hate, for some reason.

  14. Re:It was on a boat on Space Shuttle Collides With Bridge In New York · · Score: 1

    I think some generous helpings of duct tape are in order.

  15. Re:Translation ... on NASA Gets Two Military Spy Telescopes For Astronomy · · Score: 1

    Seems like exciting "windfall". But, what about the age and how practical would it be to re-purpose.

  16. Re:Conspiracy theory on Antivirus Firms Out of Their League With Stuxnet, Flame · · Score: 1

    I just pushed out a root cert revocation update to help fight the untrusted Microsoft cert that was used for this. I wonder if this "flame" was meant to target the public, or another attack that got out of control?

  17. Re:Uhm, so we're at war now with Iran? on Obama Order Sped Up Wave of Cyberattacks Against Iran · · Score: 1

    So which wars were declared with an act of congress?

  18. Re:Hopefully with UI improvements to come on HP's Core WebOS Enyo Team Going To Google · · Score: 1

    Bring me some of that gesture loving that makes me miss using my palm pre!

  19. Re:Public interest on ITC Judge Calls For US Xbox Import Ban · · Score: 1

    So how likely is this to be approved? If one had interest in owning an xbox at sometime should said person run out and get one?

  20. Re:So that's really why he gave up his citizenship on Facebook, Zuckerberg Sued Over IPO · · Score: 1

    No bother, we're going to rape him with the exit tax anyways.

  21. Re:So that's really why he gave up his citizenship on Facebook, Zuckerberg Sued Over IPO · · Score: 1

    Is it too late for her to answer No?

  22. Re:Who loses out on FCC Boss Backs Metering the Internet · · Score: 2

    I use to block ads by host from the router, but my GF says it interferes with Hulu loading videos and takes longer if the ad does not load.

  23. Re:Ntop and passive TAP on Ask Slashdot: Best Way To Monitor Traffic? · · Score: 1

    A hub? We have technology! Setup a switch that mirrors traffic to a designated port.

  24. Re:Well, I'll be a Monk-ee on Diablo III Released · · Score: 1

    Did it take longer to login or reach level 18? Sounds like it will be a short experience.

  25. Re:Yes on Student Makes Real-Life Portal Turret · · Score: 1

    Not exactly what I was implying, but the voice-over gave me the idea.