I feel the same way about what you have to say here. For the most part, I only use three fingers on each hand. (pinky and ring finger kind of float. I never use the ring finger for anything, but the pinkies are used for shift, ctrl, alt, enter, etc.) I spend a lot of time typing and have never had any kind of stress-related damage as a result. I tend to average around 90wpm - 140wpm with this technique depending on my level of intoxication.
I just took a typing test using the standard way of typing and only netted a score of about 45wpm. I taught myself to type before typing was offered in schools, so it is a bit odd.
Ah, brings back memories. I remember my 10MB drive as well. When I finally filled it up, I got a 20MB drive and thought "Wow, I'll NEVER fill THIS up!"
When I lived in Atlanta, I had a 6mbit/down connection, or I could upgrade to 10mbit. I moved to Kentucky and have a ~34mbit down connection for around the same price.
Nope, no integrated video. Just an AGP Nvidia 7600GS. There is an integrated sound card in this system that's listing itself as SoundMax. I'm trying to investigate that now. Other than that, I've got no clue. None of the other cases fit my situation.
In typical slashdot fashion, I didn't read the article yet. (I have a meeting in a moment and wanted to type this out while it was on my mind.)
For several years now, I have used a custom error404 page for a client in order to handle the following scenario:
www.example.com/username01
The username01 folder does not exist, so the error404 script is called. The script checks the database to see if the user exists, and if so, renders a custom webpage for that user. I'm certain other sites do this as well.
Is this what the article was talking about? If I'm way off base, then I apologize, I'll read the article when I return to my desk.
It's about an hour long. It's both intriguing and a little scary at the same time. It gives a good example of just how far things have come and where they're potentially headed.
My phone has an option to turn the flash from the camera on constantly. It works well enough for a flashlight, but is annoying to get to. A single button (or menu) click would be nice. I'm sure there are apps for it, though.
They typically have screens divided into four sections. There's a little camera at each register that shows video of everything you're trying to swipe and place in your bags/weigh station.
A friend and I have had two separate experiences with this as well. I'll tell his because it's more interesting (mine, I almost fell 8 floors from a building.)
He was driving home in his civic in front of an 18 wheeler when his tire blew. It caused him to skid sideways. The truck was coming at him at about 70mph. He explained the whole "time slowing down" feeling. He thought about his options. He couldn't get the car into first gear for some reason. He couldn't really steer with the way the car was moving. If he didn't do something he'd die. He debated with himself for a moment and decided the only solution was to throw the car in reverse and floor it.
Just as he did that, time resumed speed, he jolted backwards, and the truck blew by him.
You basically said it here -- the "diet" doesn't matter so much -- if people would stop eating foods that suck and if they'd get up off their butts sometimes, then they will be healthier.
My mother has been overweight for some time. She has a medical condition which caused it. She ate well and exercised and she was still overweight. She just couldn't do anything about it. Doctors prescribed her some medication to help the issue, but itcaused all kinds of problems, so she went off it. She gained the weight back. People like that are pretty much the only ones I feel sorry for when it comes to weight.
Hell, I could stand to lose a good 30lbs myself. And ya know what, I'm the one to blame? I'm a computer programmer that sits around eating crap all day. That's my fault. I also used to be very fit, and that was also my doing. I ate well, actually, more than I eat now, and did a little bit of exercise.
It just takes a little effort and common sense. Most people want the magical easy solution...
I only say "Good Game" when I truly meet it. There have been some games that I have played that were neck and neck the entire time... When someone finally won, I felt justified in saying 'good game.'
Otherwise, I agree with you.
I remember losing many times as a child... I remember winning many times, too. I remember playing sports with my dad as a child. He didn't always let me win. Like you said, we were taught a lesson about that. Sometimes you lose. That's life. You have to learn to deal with it.
Today it seems that kids whine and cry and their parents just give them whatever it is that they want.
What ever happened to dodge ball? I was pretty quick as a kid, before I got fat and arthritic, but
if I got hit with a ball... well, damn, I guess I better move quicker or pay more attention next time, right?
My post is a little rambling, because I'm doped up on flu meds right now, so, I apologize for any subject matter hopping that happened.
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I feel the same way about what you have to say here. For the most part, I only use three fingers on each hand. (pinky and ring finger kind of float. I never use the ring finger for anything, but the pinkies are used for shift, ctrl, alt, enter, etc.) I spend a lot of time typing and have never had any kind of stress-related damage as a result. I tend to average around 90wpm - 140wpm with this technique depending on my level of intoxication.
I just took a typing test using the standard way of typing and only netted a score of about 45wpm. I taught myself to type before typing was offered in schools, so it is a bit odd.
When you're ready for bed, let me know. I Kentucky you in.
Ah, brings back memories. I remember my 10MB drive as well. When I finally filled it up, I got a 20MB drive and thought "Wow, I'll NEVER fill THIS up!"
I've always found broadband propagation strange.
When I lived in Atlanta, I had a 6mbit/down connection, or I could upgrade to 10mbit. I moved to Kentucky and have a ~34mbit down connection for around the same price.
Woah, that takes me back a bit. :)
Wow, that's ridiculous!
Nope, no integrated video. Just an AGP Nvidia 7600GS. There is an integrated sound card in this system that's listing itself as SoundMax. I'm trying to investigate that now. Other than that, I've got no clue. None of the other cases fit my situation.
It refuses to install for me but also refuses to tell me why. I don't have any of the naughty drivers/hardware on the list, either. Grrr.
A rolling stone gathers two birds in a bush.
No, I can not.
Meeting was delayed, I read the patent and see that it's something totally different than this. Carry on.
In typical slashdot fashion, I didn't read the article yet. (I have a meeting in a moment and wanted to type this out while it was on my mind.)
For several years now, I have used a custom error404 page for a client in order to handle the following scenario:
www.example.com/username01
The username01 folder does not exist, so the error404 script is called. The script checks the database to see if the user exists, and if so, renders a custom webpage for that user. I'm certain other sites do this as well.
Is this what the article was talking about? If I'm way off base, then I apologize, I'll read the article when I return to my desk.
- R
That was definitely a good one. Your post recalled that memory, so now I'm sitting here watching it.
If you click from your contacts list, you'll get a screen showing various contact info that you can act upon or change.
If you click from the missed call screen, it'll call that number immediately.
At least, i think that's what's going on...
Watch this video: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-6950604815683841321&hl=en
It's about an hour long. It's both intriguing and a little scary at the same time. It gives a good example of just how far things have come and where they're potentially headed.
The benefits and cons are both obvious.
Super Mega Ultra USB Supreme Ranger... CONNECT!
I've seen SATAII hubs before.
Here's one that I found with a couple seconds of googling: http://www.cooldrives.com/sahub5muussi.html
My phone has an option to turn the flash from the camera on constantly. It works well enough for a flashlight, but is annoying to get to. A single button (or menu) click would be nice. I'm sure there are apps for it, though.
They typically have screens divided into four sections. There's a little camera at each register that shows video of everything you're trying to swipe and place in your bags/weigh station.
Damn!
:(
WTB geek card.
This just might be the most random thing I have read today. You win one (1) internets.
A friend and I have had two separate experiences with this as well. I'll tell his because it's more interesting (mine, I almost fell 8 floors from a building.)
He was driving home in his civic in front of an 18 wheeler when his tire blew. It caused him to skid sideways. The truck was coming at him at about 70mph. He explained the whole "time slowing down" feeling. He thought about his options. He couldn't get the car into first gear for some reason. He couldn't really steer with the way the car was moving. If he didn't do something he'd die. He debated with himself for a moment and decided the only solution was to throw the car in reverse and floor it.
Just as he did that, time resumed speed, he jolted backwards, and the truck blew by him.
Anyway, I always enjoy hearing stories like this.
You basically said it here -- the "diet" doesn't matter so much -- if people would stop eating foods that suck and if they'd get up off their butts sometimes, then they will be healthier.
My mother has been overweight for some time. She has a medical condition which caused it. She ate well and exercised and she was still overweight. She just couldn't do anything about it. Doctors prescribed her some medication to help the issue, but itcaused all kinds of problems, so she went off it. She gained the weight back. People like that are pretty much the only ones I feel sorry for when it comes to weight.
Hell, I could stand to lose a good 30lbs myself. And ya know what, I'm the one to blame? I'm a computer programmer that sits around eating crap all day. That's my fault. I also used to be very fit, and that was also my doing. I ate well, actually, more than I eat now, and did a little bit of exercise.
It just takes a little effort and common sense. Most people want the magical easy solution...
I was wondering the same thing...
I only say "Good Game" when I truly meet it. There have been some games that I have played that were neck and neck the entire time... When someone finally won, I felt justified in saying 'good game.'
Otherwise, I agree with you.
I remember losing many times as a child... I remember winning many times, too. I remember playing sports with my dad as a child. He didn't always let me win. Like you said, we were taught a lesson about that. Sometimes you lose. That's life. You have to learn to deal with it.
Today it seems that kids whine and cry and their parents just give them whatever it is that they want.
What ever happened to dodge ball? I was pretty quick as a kid, before I got fat and arthritic, but
if I got hit with a ball... well, damn, I guess I better move quicker or pay more attention next time, right?
My post is a little rambling, because I'm doped up on flu meds right now, so, I apologize for any subject matter hopping that happened.