I have to disagree with almost the entirety of this comment (it's my right, no?).
Of course everything is about perspective, but it does not apply to everything in the same manner, or even at all in other cases.
'Lost containers that create undersea habitats' is not the same as 'Missing plutonium'
Also, if that container fell on me during my shift at a cargo port, no one would bat an eye-lid. If it fell at me out of thin air during my commute to work in the middle of the city... you get the point.
Perspective indeed, but realistic, global, contrasted.
... is the type of litigation culture that is flourishing in Italy/other EU countries. It only goes to show how disconnected current legislation is from modern technology.
Article fails to mention that the estimate is between 2.000 and 10.000 containers lost at sea per year. Going straight to the highest figure is, well, a little sensationalistic.
Also, at a low (and I mean LOW) estimate of 200 million containers shipped worldwide every year, it would mean that the highest amount of lost containers per year represents a percentage of 0,005. Considering the rough conditions of certain parts of the oceans, I would call that an unimpressive figure, even non-newsworthy.
Mr. Copyright Holder goes to see Mr. Lawyer that is protecting his rights.
- Mr. Copyright Holder: "How's the fight against piracy going Mr. Laywer?"
- Mr. Laywer: "Not good. People are committing more piracy than ever..."
- Mr. Copyright Holder: "Well you see, I've been doing some thinking about this; if we reduce our prices significantly and focus on the quality of our products and remind consumers that when they legally buy our product they also get legal warranty, we should be able in the long run to change the general culture of consumers towards a situation where piracy is met by the general population with disgust rather than with ambivalence. Also, that way we would not have to fork out so much money on litigation."
- Mr. Laywer: "That'll never work. Oh, and by the way; we need more money for litigation."
I stand corrected in the original intention of my comment if in fact this is true. However I stand by my use of the word "silly" as the direct effect of the FOUO handling caveat is that it becomes classified.
Don't get me wrong; there is a system and it's being used. I'm just saying the system is silly IMHO.
The NSA could not “classify” the records as FOUO and cannot “downgrade” them to “unclassified” because they are already unclassified. “Information cannot be classified and FOUO at the same time,”
As the original article suggests, this just highlights the silly classification system of the government.
I believe competition is healthy. It will keep the big manufacturers on their toes, making sure that they meet a certain quality level.
Also, how many knock-off Iphones have you seen around? I can't count them, but none of them come with IOS, where the Android tablets come with, well... Android. For those people who can't afford the high pricetag, it's fantastic that they can get their hands on a device with maybe a little bit less processing power and a distinctive plastiky feel, but with Android beating inside, letting them play and enjoy hours of fun!
Google must be something right. In the sense that they're allowing manufacturers come up with ways of using technology that pisses off big patent holders. Whether they're wrong or right I think is irrelevant, just the fact that they're pissed off.
I think what people here are getting at is not IF something can be done (it obviously can), but whether "The Bad Guys", actually are willing to go through the effort to do it. It's a simple business choice:
1) You try exploiting a system that has MANY documented holes and that its users are more than likely less security conscientious than other tighter systems; ergo, unlikely to cancel credit cards in time or change passwords.
2) You try exploiting a system where it's generally harder to implement a successful exploit and where its users are more likely to reset their security in a blink of an eye if they smell foul play.
Hint: "The Bad Guys" are lazy by nature...
As much as I wanted Nokia to adopt Android...
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It pains me to say this is the a correct business move for both companies. Combined they have a much better chance of standing out in the crowd (other android-phone makers).
Many will hate it, many will love it. A new Apple has been born.
of what their exact name is, if it's the software or hardware, etc., I'm willing to guess that, in historical comparison, before the recent navigation systems became widespread consumer electronics, there was a sudden surge in missing people when the first maps made of paper started being sold in a large commercial manner, together with good ol' magnetic compasses. Hm?
Real adults are far past that stage and have no real desire to subject themselves to unsavory sights and sounds.
Oh, so your path is the correct one? You obviously know what adulthood is? I'm a father of two, I pay my bills and house, do chores around the house (more than my wife actually, as our youngest is
Anyway. I enjoy the escapism that a good book gives me. And trust me there are a few out there that I wouldn't keep on the bottom shelf. I love the escapism that a good movie (no comments) gives me. But there is no rival to the experience that a well coded game with a strong script will give you.
Remember the movie censoring in the 40's? Same s**t. Different media. Different decade.
I think some of those old censoring farts should wake up and chase the people who let their 9 year old kids play with games rate +18.
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... hear in my head: (airquotes) "lheezur"!
Really. Stop the sensationalistic headlines. KGB is long gone. It's the FSB. Period.
... is guaranteed for now me thinks.
I have to disagree with almost the entirety of this comment (it's my right, no?).
Of course everything is about perspective, but it does not apply to everything in the same manner, or even at all in other cases.
'Lost containers that create undersea habitats' is not the same as 'Missing plutonium'
Also, if that container fell on me during my shift at a cargo port, no one would bat an eye-lid. If it fell at me out of thin air during my commute to work in the middle of the city... you get the point.
Perspective indeed, but realistic, global, contrasted.
... it's a feature".
... is the type of litigation culture that is flourishing in Italy/other EU countries. It only goes to show how disconnected current legislation is from modern technology.
Article fails to mention that the estimate is between 2.000 and 10.000 containers lost at sea per year. Going straight to the highest figure is, well, a little sensationalistic.
Also, at a low (and I mean LOW) estimate of 200 million containers shipped worldwide every year, it would mean that the highest amount of lost containers per year represents a percentage of 0,005. Considering the rough conditions of certain parts of the oceans, I would call that an unimpressive figure, even non-newsworthy.
...wants to know where he can buy this miracle product! He'll take five dousin!
So Google created something good which others are making bad and now Google wants to prevent the goodness from becoming badness.
Mmm...good?
Mr. Copyright Holder goes to see Mr. Lawyer that is protecting his rights.
- Mr. Copyright Holder: "How's the fight against piracy going Mr. Laywer?"
- Mr. Laywer: "Not good. People are committing more piracy than ever..."
- Mr. Copyright Holder: "Well you see, I've been doing some thinking about this; if we reduce our prices significantly and focus on the quality of our products and remind consumers that when they legally buy our product they also get legal warranty, we should be able in the long run to change the general culture of consumers towards a situation where piracy is met by the general population with disgust rather than with ambivalence. Also, that way we would not have to fork out so much money on litigation."
- Mr. Laywer: "That'll never work. Oh, and by the way; we need more money for litigation."
- roll credits -
Yeah I got my armor on before hitting the link... xD
Visitor: "So exactly how many calls and data do you handle during an average day?"
Tourguide: "Ehm... your guess is as good as mine. A badjillion? Squared."
I stand corrected in the original intention of my comment if in fact this is true. However I stand by my use of the word "silly" as the direct effect of the FOUO handling caveat is that it becomes classified.
Don't get me wrong; there is a system and it's being used. I'm just saying the system is silly IMHO.
As the original article suggests, this just highlights the silly classification system of the government.
I have to disagree...
I believe competition is healthy. It will keep the big manufacturers on their toes, making sure that they meet a certain quality level.
Also, how many knock-off Iphones have you seen around? I can't count them, but none of them come with IOS, where the Android tablets come with, well... Android. For those people who can't afford the high pricetag, it's fantastic that they can get their hands on a device with maybe a little bit less processing power and a distinctive plastiky feel, but with Android beating inside, letting them play and enjoy hours of fun!
"it could have a chilling effect for Twitter and online free speech in general".
Eh, no. Just no. Stop it.
All hail hypnotoad! O_o
Google must be something right. In the sense that they're allowing manufacturers come up with ways of using technology that pisses off big patent holders. Whether they're wrong or right I think is irrelevant, just the fact that they're pissed off.
I have to agree. Plus, I'm guessing nintendo does NOT want the 3DS to be plagued with complaints of bad battery lifespan
I think what people here are getting at is not IF something can be done (it obviously can), but whether "The Bad Guys", actually are willing to go through the effort to do it. It's a simple business choice:
1) You try exploiting a system that has MANY documented holes and that its users are more than likely less security conscientious than other tighter systems; ergo, unlikely to cancel credit cards in time or change passwords.
2) You try exploiting a system where it's generally harder to implement a successful exploit and where its users are more likely to reset their security in a blink of an eye if they smell foul play.
Hint: "The Bad Guys" are lazy by nature...
It pains me to say this is the a correct business move for both companies. Combined they have a much better chance of standing out in the crowd (other android-phone makers). Many will hate it, many will love it. A new Apple has been born.
of what their exact name is, if it's the software or hardware, etc., I'm willing to guess that, in historical comparison, before the recent navigation systems became widespread consumer electronics, there was a sudden surge in missing people when the first maps made of paper started being sold in a large commercial manner, together with good ol' magnetic compasses. Hm?
Damn. You're right.
Kaspersky users might need to think about ditching their antivirus. The good news is Ubuntu will welcome them with open arms.
Real adults are far past that stage and have no real desire to subject themselves to unsavory sights and sounds.
Oh, so your path is the correct one? You obviously know what adulthood is? I'm a father of two, I pay my bills and house, do chores around the house (more than my wife actually, as our youngest is
Anyway. I enjoy the escapism that a good book gives me. And trust me there are a few out there that I wouldn't keep on the bottom shelf. I love the escapism that a good movie (no comments) gives me. But there is no rival to the experience that a well coded game with a strong script will give you.
Remember the movie censoring in the 40's? Same s**t. Different media. Different decade.
I think some of those old censoring farts should wake up and chase the people who let their 9 year old kids play with games rate +18.
I've said.