Forgive me if I'm restating something someone already said (I seriously can't read every comment here). I hate the idea of forcing Google to follow in Apple's footsteps. I believe in free market solutions. Locking down the market may discourage developers. In the Windows market (where malware is rampant), this problem has already been solved. Most people don't download something unless it has been recommended by someone else (i.e. credible website, friend, colleague). If you aren't following someone's recommendation, then you knowingly accept the risk of being infected.
Granted, the majority of people using Android Market have yet to adopt this same ideology. It's only a matter of time before third-party companies play the role of Apple, investigating applications and applying their "seal of approval." Surly Google will allow developers to include these seals in their market descriptions if they've earned them. A solution like this allows the free market to continue, meanwhile giving credit to legitimate applications, and outing the "bad apps." People will naturally respect these third-party authorities.
I believe Google is doing the right thing. I think they should encourage what I've prescribed above.
In addition to caching, using these libraries reduces the amount of code required to perform a task, which in turn results in smaller file sizes and faster loading.
I can attest to this theory. Back in the day when I was playing Tribes--a game known for its use of jetpacks--, like 8 hours a day, I had learned how to fly in my dreams. All I had to do is, well, right click. This lead to me researching lucid dreams, and learning how to find cues within dreams, realizing that I'm dreaming, and not wake. This gives me a lot of control on how I participate in dreams.
Oh, my! I'm sorry. My terrible pun offended you. Please forgive me. Thank you for pointing out this very insignificant mistake that really has nothing to do with my post. I have learned my lesson, and will never do it again.
I have a good feeling Google is bluffing. I think Google is making such a big stink about this to finally show the Chinese citizens that they're getting their shit pushed in by Uncle Sam-urai. Even if China does call their bluff, I'm not sure if will actually do anything in terms of a revolt, but it sure puts a dent in the idea of The Great Firewall of China.
Agreed completely. Most Facebook users (i.e. none of you "Slashdotters" actually reading this comment) don't understand the privacy settings, and don't care because they don't understand the risks.
The problem is, the only way for Facebook to really tighten personal security is to default to locking everything down and allowing the user to loosen as necessary. Of course, the problem here is, the user will complain that they have to do more "confusing" (read: manually setting) things to make content viewable to their audience (i.e. friends, friends of friends, and/or everyone).
Locking down by default isn't something that would bother me, because I'm not an idiot and actually understand and use the security features provided by Facebook. I also understand that 90+% of apps are bad.
The reality is, people like me don't make up the majority of Facebook users. Every user I've met, doesn't even understand what friend lists are. Unfortunately, it's the same people like me, who actually care about our privacy, and would be pissed as hell if Facebook stopped caring about us.
I don't know why parent was modded down. It's absolutely correct and on-topic. Almost every single person I know who owns an Apple, smokes pot. Even most of the people who work at the local Apple Store toke up.
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Speaking of third parties...
Forgive me if I'm restating something someone already said (I seriously can't read every comment here). I hate the idea of forcing Google to follow in Apple's footsteps. I believe in free market solutions. Locking down the market may discourage developers. In the Windows market (where malware is rampant), this problem has already been solved. Most people don't download something unless it has been recommended by someone else (i.e. credible website, friend, colleague). If you aren't following someone's recommendation, then you knowingly accept the risk of being infected.
Granted, the majority of people using Android Market have yet to adopt this same ideology. It's only a matter of time before third-party companies play the role of Apple, investigating applications and applying their "seal of approval." Surly Google will allow developers to include these seals in their market descriptions if they've earned them. A solution like this allows the free market to continue, meanwhile giving credit to legitimate applications, and outing the "bad apps." People will naturally respect these third-party authorities.
I believe Google is doing the right thing. I think they should encourage what I've prescribed above.
... and the Beatles may reunite, or not.
My money is on not.
Because ATi had more than just the Radeon in its product line (i.e. FirePro).
I doubt that much innovation ever followed the phrase "perfectly adequate."
No, but I'm sure someone has described an innovation as "perfectly cromulent."
Since when does NASA have any money? I thought all their budgets had been hacked and slashed by the gov't and other bureaucracies.
Maybe Google just didn't think the ideas were good enough to meet the requirement of "using technology to improve the world."
In addition to caching, using these libraries reduces the amount of code required to perform a task, which in turn results in smaller file sizes and faster loading.
I want VoIP! Give it to me Google!
Josh is dick. Plain and simple.
I can attest to this theory. Back in the day when I was playing Tribes--a game known for its use of jetpacks--, like 8 hours a day, I had learned how to fly in my dreams. All I had to do is, well, right click. This lead to me researching lucid dreams, and learning how to find cues within dreams, realizing that I'm dreaming, and not wake. This gives me a lot of control on how I participate in dreams.
This castle is real motherf'ckers!
Don't forget PC gaming. Even with all the consoles out there PC gaming will always persist.
Summary should include link to this article made back in 2007.
Well this is just going to increase the amount of piracy in China. Which of course will piss off the US and the MPAA even more. Great job China!
Oh, my! I'm sorry. My terrible pun offended you. Please forgive me. Thank you for pointing out this very insignificant mistake that really has nothing to do with my post. I have learned my lesson, and will never do it again.
I have a good feeling Google is bluffing. I think Google is making such a big stink about this to finally show the Chinese citizens that they're getting their shit pushed in by Uncle Sam-urai. Even if China does call their bluff, I'm not sure if will actually do anything in terms of a revolt, but it sure puts a dent in the idea of The Great Firewall of China.
Even if we took all our IPv4 addresses back, It won't make a difference. The Great Firewall of China will just start using NAT.
Agreed completely. Most Facebook users (i.e. none of you "Slashdotters" actually reading this comment) don't understand the privacy settings, and don't care because they don't understand the risks.
The problem is, the only way for Facebook to really tighten personal security is to default to locking everything down and allowing the user to loosen as necessary. Of course, the problem here is, the user will complain that they have to do more "confusing" (read: manually setting) things to make content viewable to their audience (i.e. friends, friends of friends, and/or everyone).
Locking down by default isn't something that would bother me, because I'm not an idiot and actually understand and use the security features provided by Facebook. I also understand that 90+% of apps are bad.
The reality is, people like me don't make up the majority of Facebook users. Every user I've met, doesn't even understand what friend lists are. Unfortunately, it's the same people like me, who actually care about our privacy, and would be pissed as hell if Facebook stopped caring about us.
It looks like Googlle fixed their website. It's no longer serving the fake Google logo as seen in the screenshots.
I've seen it!
Where's the OTHER simulation? You know... the one where this asteroid comes back and actually strikes Earth.
Fixed that for ya! ;)
I don't know why parent was modded down. It's absolutely correct and on-topic. Almost every single person I know who owns an Apple, smokes pot. Even most of the people who work at the local Apple Store toke up.