I'd prefer to think of myself as an independent. You know, someone who's intelligent enough to make a decision on their own without needing a politcal party to tell them what to think? I made a typing mistake. If I was in fact a Republican, I'd convince everyone MY grammar was correct and all the 'liberal academics' were brain-washing the public with false grammar and facts in books. Good job exposing my flaws to the world. That'll teach me!
Besides, it was a joke. Relax. Go get laid or something.
unless you're a Socialist, in which case you're probably late for your Art History 233 class. Typical Republican response. "If you're not with us, you're Socialist." Very creative and original. You guys have had your time. Nice job fucking up the country over the last 7 years. Brilliantly executed.
Oh, and sorry, I'm college educated with industry certifications. Besides, I never passed Art History 210, so I wasn't allowed into Art History 233.
Nice try though.
Ok, that's the end of my rant. Back to the subject at hand...
If you mean the American People, that argument lost all validity with the 2004 elections. Less than a year after his re-election, his approval ratings were below 50%. The American people made a mistake, I think most of them will admit that. Bush didn't win that election, he just didn't lose. If people had known how the next few years were going to go, Bush wouldn't have gotten 1 state. Granted, Kerry didn't do a good enough job to land himself the position.
If you mean some abstract concept of the nation as a whole, I would argue that that concept is essentially meaningless given that it is not adhered to by people who are actually taking actions. Many men and women have died for that 'abstract concept'. This is why our nation is in the state it's in. People give up too easily. When the foundation and principles of your country are threatened by those in power, it is your responsibility as a citizen to see that those principles are defended. When people step aside and say, "The government will do whatever they want, I can't change that" that's when we lose control of our country. This election isn't just about finding a solution for the Iraq war or about fixing our economy. It's much more than that. It's about the people regaining control of their country, and faith being restored in the very basic foundation that the United States was built on.
I, for one, am very much looking forward to this election. It's the first election in my life where I get to vote for the candidate that I like, not the one I hate the least.
It will be 'fortunate' for all nations once George is out of office. While my country's reputation isn't exactly favorable in the international community these days, I hope people realize the difference between the agenda of the George W. Bush administration, and the principles of the United States of America. He's pretty much violated everything our country stands for, and personally, I think the world will be much better off with who ever is next.
This election is probably one of the most important elections in our nation's history.
I do agree that while I consider myself a "Java guy", I don't really think it should be a students first introduction to programming. To really understand Java and what's going on, you need to have a basic level of understanding of object oriented programming.
BSU (just around the corner from Rose;)) used to teach C++ as the basic programming 120 course. Introductions to the basic concepts (variables, looping, arrays, IO, basic operations) were covered and data structures weren't introduced until AFTER that course had been completed. At that point, the data structures class was taught with Java, a perfect time to introduce the language.
I've heard that now BSU is debating on switching to Java as the introduction language, and I have to say I really, really, disagree with that. It's hard enough learning what "compile" means, or how to iterate through an array when you have no programming experience, let alone understand why your code has to be declared with a package name, a class definition, and public static void main(String args[]), or why basic console output has to be qualified with System.out.println("").
I guess the idea is that worrying to much standard practices keeps people from thinking creatively or something. Unfortunately, it also seems like a good way to get into a lot of bad habits. Having graduated and working in the actual IT world, best practices are actually GOOD habits, and something that most programmers don't seem to understand. They always think they can be creative and that they know better than already established practices and design patterns, and this can lead to truly horrendous code. This is why, as a consultant, I always will have a job. Good to think outside of the box, but unless you're working for a software development company trying to write the Google of tomorrow, I'd stick with the best practices.
While this technology would be great for helping addicts overcome their addictions, I hestitate to think that it would be a good idea for anyone to require such a vaccine as some comments have speculated. Who knows? Maybe this drug could open the way to other drugs that allowed to block a more wide range of physical and emotional responses to external stimuli other than narcotics.
One drug blocks this, another blocks that, next thing you know we're all doped up waiting on Christian Bale to save us. But then again, I didn't RTFA. Maybe I'm just stretching it a bit:)
I agree with most of what you say, but
How about "money doesn't grow on trees", tell that to someone who owns an orchard. Having grown up on a farm, it's not just the crop that brings in the money. Anyone can plant a tree and pick an apple. It's those who invest the time, money, and hard labor into developing a prime crop that is above and beyond the competition that make their money. The original intent of my post wasn't to suggest that anything free or cheap is junk, there are most definitely exceptions (firefox, open office, the review itself, air); it was to suggest that people shouldn't be suprised that the $200 dollar computer they picked up off the bottom shelf at Wal-Mart isn't exactly of great quality.
As with any "general rule of thumb", it's never exact and precise and applies to all situations. It's just a general guideline to follow. Ultimately, it's up to the person to make their own decisions and judgements.
Nothing... NOTHING beats a DDR workout. Initially, maybe. After doing it for a month, you need to bump the intensity to see any real results. Eventually, if you just stick to DDR, your body will stop progressing and reach a plateau.
I enjoy video games, but NOTHING is a substitute for actual exercise, despite what we try to convince ourselves. A 30 minute outdoor run will work a lot more muscles and build your stamina faster than playing a dancing game.
Also, just to clarify, by no means am I saying that there aren't compatibility issues, or that those reported are completely unfounded. I know a lot of people who still refuse to use Windows based on their experiences with Windows 95, and still apply the same excuses to more recent versions. They're quick to criticize by just repeating what they read online, when rarely have they ever actually tried the product their criticizing and experienced it first hand.
For what it's worth, I went home for lunch and noticed my mouse wasn't working. I took the Apple mouse off the iMac and plugged into Vista (x86), and it refused to work. So I'll chalk that one up on my compatibility list for Vista 32-bit;)
But the thing is this SP will not solve the application compatibility issues, which in my opinion is one of the big reasons why people don't move to Vista. I've been running Windows Vista Ultimate 32-bit since the release candidate was released last year. I've never had any software compatibility issues what-so-ever. The only thing I've ever run into is VPN support on the x64 system, and even then, that's the fault of the company that developed the software, not Microsoft. The x86 version has always been solid. I've ran everything from games to development tools to database servers and java containers. I'm wondering how many people complaining about software compatibility issues have actually used Vista and are reporting these problems first-hand.
And besides, as many people have mentioned, this is a release candidate, not the final revision. The final version will have more fixes / features, and can only help. Once that's out, then feel free to knock it.
Eric Meyer also authored the Cascading Style Sheets 2.0 Programmer's Reference book. That book is my bible. I'm looking forward to an updated version, especially with browser support documented past IE 6.
Reznor's just a greate composer, regardless of the medium.
Also, the first three Alone in the Dark games had playable soundtracks in a CD player. Toss in the game CD (skip track 1, it was data and made noises worse than my 56k modem at the time), and play away. I still get the music from those games stuck in my head. Those three games will always be at the top of my list.
And where are they supposed to put their dozens of Unix/Windows and programming language books or other engineering books? I've worked in a few offices that have "Community" bookshelves. Put your name in on the book, put it on the shelf, share the knowledge. The only problem with this is that it requires a little bit of trust in your co-workers, something a lot of techies don't have:)
Paperwork? Maybe we can request an assigned file cabinet, like gym lockers:)
Besides, humans are creatures of habit. Even if we're given the option of free-seating, we'll all probably end up sitting in the same place everyday anyway. It'll be just like the clicky-highschool-cafeteria days.
If the Apple Genius in the store was anything like the ones I've talked to, they're really nothing more than the Apple Geek Squad. They know how to charge you 30 bucks to install memory, or 20 dollars to run defrag and uncheck boxes in the MsConfig startup tab, but don't have the experience to actually troubleshoot any serious problem.
The "reinstall" fix was probably just the quickest way to fix the problem and get the customer out the door, not the most effecient way.
I have to say as a recent PC to Apple convert, I've been unimpressed with OSX (including Leopard). Personally, I don't think they live up to the hype.
Most games, I could probably care less. However, I'd probably do physical harm to myself and others if I lost my career player in MLB: The Show. I've played through 7 seasons, and gone through a lot to get a secure spot on a major league roster. Not to mention, the bragging rights I've earned playing friends in the Rivalry mode.
In a game like baseball, it's nice to have electronic statistics that act as proof that I'm better at the game than my friends, and that is definitely more valuable than the cost of any game. That's the whole purpose of actually playing the game:)
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Zebras would disagree. So would Zoologists. And Zygots maybe.
Besides, it was a joke. Relax. Go get laid or something. unless you're a Socialist, in which case you're probably late for your Art History 233 class. Typical Republican response. "If you're not with us, you're Socialist." Very creative and original. You guys have had your time. Nice job fucking up the country over the last 7 years. Brilliantly executed.
Oh, and sorry, I'm college educated with industry certifications. Besides, I never passed Art History 210, so I wasn't allowed into Art History 233.
Nice try though.
Ok, that's the end of my rant. Back to the subject at hand...
It's ok. Republican's don't believe in science. He'll never read this.
I, for one, am very much looking forward to this election. It's the first election in my life where I get to vote for the candidate that I like, not the one I hate the least.
It will be 'fortunate' for all nations once George is out of office. While my country's reputation isn't exactly favorable in the international community these days, I hope people realize the difference between the agenda of the George W. Bush administration, and the principles of the United States of America. He's pretty much violated everything our country stands for, and personally, I think the world will be much better off with who ever is next.
This election is probably one of the most important elections in our nation's history.
BSU (just around the corner from Rose
I've heard that now BSU is debating on switching to Java as the introduction language, and I have to say I really, really, disagree with that. It's hard enough learning what "compile" means, or how to iterate through an array when you have no programming experience, let alone understand why your code has to be declared with a package name, a class definition, and public static void main(String args[]), or why basic console output has to be qualified with System.out.println("").
I guess the idea is that worrying to much standard practices keeps people from thinking creatively or something. Unfortunately, it also seems like a good way to get into a lot of bad habits. Having graduated and working in the actual IT world, best practices are actually GOOD habits, and something that most programmers don't seem to understand. They always think they can be creative and that they know better than already established practices and design patterns, and this can lead to truly horrendous code. This is why, as a consultant, I always will have a job. Good to think outside of the box, but unless you're working for a software development company trying to write the Google of tomorrow, I'd stick with the best practices.
Citation needed.
(The article is blocked by my company's filter, so no reading TFA here, unfortunately.)
While this technology would be great for helping addicts overcome their addictions, I hestitate to think that it would be a good idea for anyone to require such a vaccine as some comments have speculated. Who knows? Maybe this drug could open the way to other drugs that allowed to block a more wide range of physical and emotional responses to external stimuli other than narcotics.
:)
One drug blocks this, another blocks that, next thing you know we're all doped up waiting on Christian Bale to save us. But then again, I didn't RTFA. Maybe I'm just stretching it a bit
I'd hate to see how his music would have turned out had he been vaccinated.
As with any "general rule of thumb", it's never exact and precise and applies to all situations. It's just a general guideline to follow. Ultimately, it's up to the person to make their own decisions and judgements.
...you get what you pay for. This was a good attempt to break out to the average consumer; live and learn.
I enjoy video games, but NOTHING is a substitute for actual exercise, despite what we try to convince ourselves. A 30 minute outdoor run will work a lot more muscles and build your stamina faster than playing a dancing game.
~my $.02, depending on the strength of the yen.
Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare. Completely ruined the trilogy, although, as a diehard fan, I'm looking forward to the new one coming out.
That, and any Sonic the Hedgehog game made in the last 5 years.
I used to use it, but then I realised something...
...it's probably true. I mean, how many girl-trekkies do you know who are infatuted with Data from TNG?
Also, just to clarify, by no means am I saying that there aren't compatibility issues, or that those reported are completely unfounded. I know a lot of people who still refuse to use Windows based on their experiences with Windows 95, and still apply the same excuses to more recent versions. They're quick to criticize by just repeating what they read online, when rarely have they ever actually tried the product their criticizing and experienced it first hand.
;)
For what it's worth, I went home for lunch and noticed my mouse wasn't working. I took the Apple mouse off the iMac and plugged into Vista (x86), and it refused to work. So I'll chalk that one up on my compatibility list for Vista 32-bit
And besides, as many people have mentioned, this is a release candidate, not the final revision. The final version will have more fixes / features, and can only help. Once that's out, then feel free to knock it.
Eric Meyer also authored the Cascading Style Sheets 2.0 Programmer's Reference book. That book is my bible. I'm looking forward to an updated version, especially with browser support documented past IE 6.
I question the testing method. It should include subjects sitting in a cubicle after 4:30pm on a Friday.
3500+ books? I bet your friends love helping you move :)
I have MAYBE 40 books, max, and I debate on throwing them away everytime I move just because they're a pain in the ass to deal with.
Reznor's just a greate composer, regardless of the medium.
Also, the first three Alone in the Dark games had playable soundtracks in a CD player. Toss in the game CD (skip track 1, it was data and made noises worse than my 56k modem at the time), and play away. I still get the music from those games stuck in my head. Those three games will always be at the top of my list.
So at this point will Voyager 2 hit ludicrous speed or plaid?
If the Apple Genius in the store was anything like the ones I've talked to, they're really nothing more than the Apple Geek Squad. They know how to charge you 30 bucks to install memory, or 20 dollars to run defrag and uncheck boxes in the MsConfig startup tab, but don't have the experience to actually troubleshoot any serious problem.
The "reinstall" fix was probably just the quickest way to fix the problem and get the customer out the door, not the most effecient way.
I have to say as a recent PC to Apple convert, I've been unimpressed with OSX (including Leopard). Personally, I don't think they live up to the hype.
Most games, I could probably care less. However, I'd probably do physical harm to myself and others if I lost my career player in MLB: The Show. I've played through 7 seasons, and gone through a lot to get a secure spot on a major league roster. Not to mention, the bragging rights I've earned playing friends in the Rivalry mode. In a game like baseball, it's nice to have electronic statistics that act as proof that I'm better at the game than my friends, and that is definitely more valuable than the cost of any game. That's the whole purpose of actually playing the game :)