> austin powers 1 was where that joke started, not austin powers 3.
Yes, but the sharks didn't actually APPEAR until 3, correct? Therefore, there would have been no sharks of any size for these "atomic" lasers (wow, what a horrible name I've just come up with -- maybe it'll stick).
> Unless you are saying we can just optionally all switch away from Windows, Office, etc. right now
Well, in all reality, anyone CAN move away from MS products, for the most part. That is not to say it would be EASY, but it can be done. Otherwise, you wouldn't know anything about Linux (I'm only assuming you do) because you "can't just optionally switch away." I've opted to do so. Many others have as well. What's to stop that trend from continuing (other than sheer ignorance... and a difficult time setting it up, of course).
> people cowering in their homes seeing terrorists everywhere because of government propaganda
Oh, so I see that you have more insight into the everyday lives of Americans more than an American. Hey, I'll let you in on a little secret. I haven't met a single person in the U.S. "cowering" anywhere, and very few who are actually afraid of terrorism in any way. But, of course, you believe what your local media tells you, "because they're unbiased." Yeah, and all Americans own guns too, right? And we like to shoot puppies and kitties, eh?
1) Locate Head 2) Locate Arse (this part should be easy, after step 1) 3) Remove (1) from (2)
> What exactly do you now know that you didn't know before you read it?
Excepting the fact that there wasn't anything to read (this "article" is three copies of the same image in different formats) in the article, I now know where this guy spends his money. Muwahahaha...
Wait, if he's arguing about his personal privacy, why the hell is he publishing it for everyone to see?
They selectively backup files -- having a full 80GB hard Drive does not mean you HAVE to back up all 80 Gigs. If 20 Gigs of that is Windows (sounds right), 1 Gig for linux, 4 Gigs random programs, then they only have to back up 55 Gigs of useless crap.
Where, exactly, does the file versioning come in? Sure, the user could rename their files 8 times, but they won't. This box gives functionality that IS NOT IN LINUX. Yes, of course, you can write it yourself, but the time to do this well exceeds $400, unless you are without a job or get paid shit.
> The proper message is "Press a key to continue" because the worst they will do is press "a"
You have not worked in helpdesk long enough. Never underestimate how stupid people are... I'm surprised more people, when asked to press a "key," try to find the lock mechanism on their computers (if they recognize the circle-lock, it might get interesting), or get out their car keys or something stupid like that.
> It brings new meaning to "Press Any Key to Continue".
Does it now? I don't think it brings any new meaning to it 'cuz THAT'S WHAT WE'RE FUCKING TALKING ABOUT. Your post was simply a long way of saying "hey, me too! I know stupid people too!"
*Look, everybody, I'm a troll! WHEEEE!!! I'm a troll!!!*
> Try opening excel and hit the scroll key, then use the arrow keys to scroll around.. nifty huh?
No, because it doesn't do anything. Maybe I have too new of a version of Excel or something. What's it supposed to do? (My scroll lock light doesn't even come on)
> it required less instructions to check if any old key on the keyboard had been pressed,
He just told them to press ENTER. He didn't care WHAT they pressed. If it said to press enter and they pressed something else, they weren't paying close enough attention to the program anyway, it doesn't matter.
> So not only did some people not know where the "any" key was
If someone were actually stupid enough (oh, no, I don't doubt it) to not know how to "press any key," how the fuck are they supposed to know what a FAQ is or even where to find one, and which one that has this answer in it?
That doesn't sound right... the "being in two places at once (and feeling normal)" explanation must be correct... it's CERTAINLY more plausible than a dupe. Pshhh, that never happens.
> there WERE short runs of combo drives that could read both types
I don't believe, however, that you put either disk into the same slot... The combno drives I've seen were basically a 5.25 & a 3.5 squashed together to fit in a 5.25 bay.
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> austin powers 1 was where that joke started, not austin powers 3.
Yes, but the sharks didn't actually APPEAR until 3, correct? Therefore, there would have been no sharks of any size for these "atomic" lasers (wow, what a horrible name I've just come up with -- maybe it'll stick).
> Outlook Express
Nah, Outlook (ex) is a disease carrier, not a creator.
> politely tell the politician what you want him/her to do
You can still go to jail, but instead of a threat it's sexual harassment. Then again, thinking of the members of congress/parliament...
> Arcocingadiddle at o sreeech to na Elvish Untasty
Geez, I thought the spelling here was bad to begin with, but I can't decipher this at all! BTW, haha, you're wrong. Wait, how could I.... If I...
> So who speaks Holland?
Rappers...
"HOLLAH, HOLLAH!!!"
> Unless you are saying we can just optionally all switch away from Windows, Office, etc. right now
Well, in all reality, anyone CAN move away from MS products, for the most part. That is not to say it would be EASY, but it can be done. Otherwise, you wouldn't know anything about Linux (I'm only assuming you do) because you "can't just optionally switch away." I've opted to do so. Many others have as well. What's to stop that trend from continuing (other than sheer ignorance... and a difficult time setting it up, of course).
> people cowering in their homes seeing terrorists everywhere because of government propaganda
Oh, so I see that you have more insight into the everyday lives of Americans more than an American. Hey, I'll let you in on a little secret. I haven't met a single person in the U.S. "cowering" anywhere, and very few who are actually afraid of terrorism in any way. But, of course, you believe what your local media tells you, "because they're unbiased." Yeah, and all Americans own guns too, right? And we like to shoot puppies and kitties, eh?
1) Locate Head
2) Locate Arse (this part should be easy, after step 1)
3) Remove (1) from (2)
> What exactly do you now know that you didn't know before you read it?
Excepting the fact that there wasn't anything to read (this "article" is three copies of the same image in different formats) in the article, I now know where this guy spends his money. Muwahahaha...
Wait, if he's arguing about his personal privacy, why the hell is he publishing it for everyone to see?
> So, do people:
> 1. Not back up their systems.
They selectively backup files -- having a full 80GB hard Drive does not mean you HAVE to back up all 80 Gigs. If 20 Gigs of that is Windows (sounds right), 1 Gig for linux, 4 Gigs random programs, then they only have to back up 55 Gigs of useless crap.
Where, exactly, does the file versioning come in? Sure, the user could rename their files 8 times, but they won't. This box gives functionality that IS NOT IN LINUX. Yes, of course, you can write it yourself, but the time to do this well exceeds $400, unless you are without a job or get paid shit.
> Hey, Sherlock: 99.99% of computer users don't know how to install Linux
Yeah? 99.99% of computer users also don't have any use for a personal File Server. I don't understand who they are marketing this towards.
> he'll first have to create an attorney in his own image...
I don't think God would stoop to such a level. Or even if he could. Can God truly create something that evil?
> The Sun Type 5 keyboard has what I would consider an 'any' key between escape and F1.
:)
> It's a blank key with no writing on it.
My blank key is really wide, and at the bottom of the keyboard
> That's the one you use to type the "logical but operator" in C
Wow, I feel stupid. I had to actually think about that for a full 20 seconds before getting it.
> As ignorant as some people are regarding computers,
I tend to agree, but people still believe in God, and that hasn't worked for two thousand years.
> The proper message is "Press a key to continue" because the worst they will do is press "a"
You have not worked in helpdesk long enough. Never underestimate how stupid people are... I'm surprised more people, when asked to press a "key," try to find the lock mechanism on their computers (if they recognize the circle-lock, it might get interesting), or get out their car keys or something stupid like that.
> > "Keyboard not present,
> > Press F1 to continue."
> I've actually seen a BIOS error very similar to this on an IBM PC.
Oooh, can't slip one past you, can he.
> It brings new meaning to "Press Any Key to Continue".
Does it now? I don't think it brings any new meaning to it 'cuz THAT'S WHAT WE'RE FUCKING TALKING ABOUT. Your post was simply a long way of saying "hey, me too! I know stupid people too!"
*Look, everybody, I'm a troll! WHEEEE!!! I'm a troll!!!*
> They don't usually do anything that can't be solved with undo.
Undo, also known as "Backspace."
> Try opening excel and hit the scroll key, then use the arrow keys to scroll around.. nifty huh?
No, because it doesn't do anything. Maybe I have too new of a version of Excel or something. What's it supposed to do? (My scroll lock light doesn't even come on)
> it required less instructions to check if any old key on the keyboard had been pressed,
He just told them to press ENTER. He didn't care WHAT they pressed. If it said to press enter and they pressed something else, they weren't paying close enough attention to the program anyway, it doesn't matter.
> So not only did some people not know where the "any" key was
If someone were actually stupid enough (oh, no, I don't doubt it) to not know how to "press any key," how the fuck are they supposed to know what a FAQ is or even where to find one, and which one that has this answer in it?
> this was already posted to slashdot,
That doesn't sound right... the "being in two places at once (and feeling normal)" explanation must be correct... it's CERTAINLY more plausible than a dupe. Pshhh, that never happens.
> there WERE short runs of combo drives that could read both types
I don't believe, however, that you put either disk into the same slot... The combno drives I've seen were basically a 5.25 & a 3.5 squashed together to fit in a 5.25 bay.
> Did you think to open the hood and look for spark plugs???
You'd be surprised at how many people don't know that diesel doesn't use them.