Neil Gaiman's "Sandman" series (mostly). Stuff by R Crumb, Foolbert Sturgeon, whoever did the Freak Bros. Plenty of online American comics that aren't about superheroes (Achewood, Octopus Pie, Cat and Girl)... there are a lot. They're just not mainstream.
There're also things like the Open Directory and the software listed here. However, I imagine it is hard to really break into the search engine game without lots of money!
Tee hee. You think you are a "superior" man yes? Too bad. You lose, bucko. The question isn't whether it takes energy to make batteries, it is how much energy technology X uses relative to other technologies. It's a very important question as can be seen with ethanol - it sounded great till the math was done and we find out it's a waste of energy/carbon compared to gasoline. Next time, learn some manners or read the discussion better!
No one's going to listen to you if you talk that way:) Why not try adding to the discussion by telling him why he's wrong? Maybe you could both learn something.
I also heard a "rumor" that the ore used in the production of electric car/hybrid batteries is another big energy/carbon sink (fueld used for mining it, sending it somewhere for processing, sending it somewhere to produce the batteries, sending the batteries to the car manufacturers). Does anyone know if this is true or have any facts or references that would be apropos?
I'm calling bullshit here. There are certainly ways to move toward more sustainable ways of life without reverting to life 400 years ago. The OP didn't mention anything that would take us back 400 years or even 50 years; he asked we consider restructuring the way we use energy so that we use far less than we do now. There are obvious benefits to reworking zoning laws to allow say small groceries every 5 blocks so that nearby residents are able to get localized produce, dry goods, etc. without having to drive across town to the nearest Wal*Mart or other mega-grocer's. Allowing small commercial areas to be zoned in pockets closer to residential areas would also provide feasible ways to save energy used in transportation (not 100%, but even a 25% reduction in individual daily travel energy would make an astounding difference). Those are two changes Americans could make to lower energy costs with minimal impact on any other infrastructure. It might also help build communities by bringing us together instead of spreading us apart.
What the OP was saying is that replacing all of our energy with sustainable energy is going to be a lot easier if we also reduce the amount of energy we use.
In my perfect world everyone would be blasting music from their cars, their storefronts, their offices... and all kinds too: hip hop, country, reggae, rock, folk, blues, jazz, electro, EVERYTHING.
Those who are culpable for stupidity in government deserve to be punished and ridiculed. "Well we didn't think anyone would would be able to get past the firewall and cause a nuclear meltdown" just doesn't fly. Period. In fact, poorly designed utility control systems are nothing like residential "unlocked doors."
I want to stay informed. There's some leeway here and if we keep making enough noise we may eventually get our way and have competent technology leadership in the government. Plus, when people start to see how poorly the prevailing corporate ideas of the IP goons are going to work out (think worse case scenario 10 years from now), we can say "We told you so." (Seriously though if people see why the current IP system is ridiculous there will be a body of discussion waiting to educate those who want to read it.)
And hyperbole...
Any networked utility that is susceptible to a DDoS on the level of being "massively destructive" is poorly designed. A server communicating with the utility to send it updates shouldn't and doesn't have to have the capability to take out the utility. It's simply absurd to classify botnets as "WMDs."
It's reasonable to assume that it will be necessary to move information to and from various utilities, sure. However, having a non-public, single point of entry between the internet and a closed network certainly removes the risk of a DDoS, yes? (Not to mention numerous other attacks.)Plus it will be easier to tell who and what was involved in the attack using a non-public interface. There's no reason it has to be a kludgey system, either. I don't see how a closed network between the relevant public institutions and DVD exchange where necessary would be kludgey and that's only a naive solution.
Now, I happen to agree that these networks should remain separate, with the best barriers between them we can manage
So don't call me naive/disingenuous;) We agree for Pete's sake!
Thanks. I'm quite familiar with Erowid (and the Lyceum even), but what I really need is some definitive facts about the social impact of drug use and drug prohibition. I'll take a look at the other links:)
Sir or madam, I would like to introduce you to the concept of metaphor:)
metaphor (noun) - a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable / a thing regarded as representative or symbolic of something else, esp. something abstract. The Oxford American Dictionary
Anyone who has that kind of equipment connected to the internet in anyway that would allow a DDoS attack deserves what they get. There is no reason to have that kind of equipment connected to a public network. Period.
It does a disservice to lump together the weapons that have cruelly and inhumanely killed millions of people to something like a botnet which has no physically destructive potential.
We're already seeing the touchscreen come into its own with the iPod Touch and other similar devices. I would imagine we are probably moving towards simplified interfaces, such as touch or voice command. Soon, I think, computers with keyboards will become somewhat rare outside of the workforce. Keyboard and mouse is just not that efficient for what most people do with computers.
I agree. But sources, dude, sources. I think we stand a better chance if we bring everything to the table. And I know I would love to have more references to studies, etc. in debates...
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Neil Gaiman's "Sandman" series (mostly). Stuff by R Crumb, Foolbert Sturgeon, whoever did the Freak Bros. Plenty of online American comics that aren't about superheroes (Achewood, Octopus Pie, Cat and Girl)... there are a lot. They're just not mainstream.
I fell into a time portal to 1999 ;~}
Man... the 90's... wtf.
Yeah so give us a point in the right direction :)
There're also things like the Open Directory and the software listed here. However, I imagine it is hard to really break into the search engine game without lots of money!
Tee hee. You think you are a "superior" man yes? Too bad. You lose, bucko. The question isn't whether it takes energy to make batteries, it is how much energy technology X uses relative to other technologies. It's a very important question as can be seen with ethanol - it sounded great till the math was done and we find out it's a waste of energy/carbon compared to gasoline. Next time, learn some manners or read the discussion better!
No one's going to listen to you if you talk that way :) Why not try adding to the discussion by telling him why he's wrong? Maybe you could both learn something.
I also heard a "rumor" that the ore used in the production of electric car/hybrid batteries is another big energy/carbon sink (fueld used for mining it, sending it somewhere for processing, sending it somewhere to produce the batteries, sending the batteries to the car manufacturers). Does anyone know if this is true or have any facts or references that would be apropos?
If you say that without anonymity, sure, everyone will know you're an ignoramus ;)
(Not fanboi-ing here, but Linux demonstrably competes with MS, regardless of who is thought to be "better.")
So yes, it DOES need a strap.
No, no, no. That's what duct tape's for.
I'm calling bullshit here. There are certainly ways to move toward more sustainable ways of life without reverting to life 400 years ago. The OP didn't mention anything that would take us back 400 years or even 50 years; he asked we consider restructuring the way we use energy so that we use far less than we do now. There are obvious benefits to reworking zoning laws to allow say small groceries every 5 blocks so that nearby residents are able to get localized produce, dry goods, etc. without having to drive across town to the nearest Wal*Mart or other mega-grocer's. Allowing small commercial areas to be zoned in pockets closer to residential areas would also provide feasible ways to save energy used in transportation (not 100%, but even a 25% reduction in individual daily travel energy would make an astounding difference). Those are two changes Americans could make to lower energy costs with minimal impact on any other infrastructure. It might also help build communities by bringing us together instead of spreading us apart.
What the OP was saying is that replacing all of our energy with sustainable energy is going to be a lot easier if we also reduce the amount of energy we use.
And get off my damn lawn!
In my perfect world everyone would be blasting music from their cars, their storefronts, their offices... and all kinds too: hip hop, country, reggae, rock, folk, blues, jazz, electro, EVERYTHING.
WTF's force are you calculating? Accretion disks what are those? Ugh I need more tea... it's too early. Oh wait it's 11am.
Those who are culpable for stupidity in government deserve to be punished and ridiculed. "Well we didn't think anyone would would be able to get past the firewall and cause a nuclear meltdown" just doesn't fly. Period. In fact, poorly designed utility control systems are nothing like residential "unlocked doors."
I want to stay informed. There's some leeway here and if we keep making enough noise we may eventually get our way and have competent technology leadership in the government. Plus, when people start to see how poorly the prevailing corporate ideas of the IP goons are going to work out (think worse case scenario 10 years from now), we can say "We told you so." (Seriously though if people see why the current IP system is ridiculous there will be a body of discussion waiting to educate those who want to read it.)
And hyperbole... Any networked utility that is susceptible to a DDoS on the level of being "massively destructive" is poorly designed. A server communicating with the utility to send it updates shouldn't and doesn't have to have the capability to take out the utility. It's simply absurd to classify botnets as "WMDs."
Now, I happen to agree that these networks should remain separate, with the best barriers between them we can manage
So don't call me naive/disingenuous ;) We agree for Pete's sake!
Thanks. I'm quite familiar with Erowid (and the Lyceum even), but what I really need is some definitive facts about the social impact of drug use and drug prohibition. I'll take a look at the other links :)
metaphor (noun) - a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable / a thing regarded as representative or symbolic of something else, esp. something abstract. The Oxford American Dictionary
Anyone who has that kind of equipment connected to the internet in anyway that would allow a DDoS attack deserves what they get. There is no reason to have that kind of equipment connected to a public network. Period.
It does a disservice to lump together the weapons that have cruelly and inhumanely killed millions of people to something like a botnet which has no physically destructive potential.
We're already seeing the touchscreen come into its own with the iPod Touch and other similar devices. I would imagine we are probably moving towards simplified interfaces, such as touch or voice command. Soon, I think, computers with keyboards will become somewhat rare outside of the workforce. Keyboard and mouse is just not that efficient for what most people do with computers.
That would have been awesome if you had ended it with "PS I'm a dick" instead.
I agree. But sources, dude, sources. I think we stand a better chance if we bring everything to the table. And I know I would love to have more references to studies, etc. in debates...
Oh come on. Everyone knows that drugs are legal if you sell them with the tax stamps!
I love Nintendo, but come on. That was funny.
I have to admit that you peaked my interest so I have been reading about blood coagulation a bit now! It's a pretty interesting controversy.