What is the LSB Project? The goal of the LSB is to develop and promote a set of binary standards that will increase compatibility among Linux systems (and other similar systems), and enable software applications to run on any conforming system. In addition, the LSB will help coordinate efforts to recruit software vendors to port and write products for such systems.
..."We chose this phrase specifically because we didn't think it would be offensive or degrading or obscene," said Tania Tong, 34, a special education teacher....
With a name like that, it's not very hard to guess the kind of "special education" she does...
I thought Microsoft had a similar product a couple of years ago. Microsoft Chat or Comic Chat or something in the kind... You could select a comic character and assign it facial expressions and such. It died a silent death:)
The company stressed that existing residential customers will continue to receive the quality service they expect from AT&T <wisenose-mode>that a good thing or a bad thing?:) </wisenose-mode>
Exactly, the Cyberman, that's what it was..!:) But still, eventhough it was nice to play Descent with, it didn't really broke through. I can't help but notice a certain similarity between 3D mice and novelty pointing devices for gaming consoles such as that bazooka (for the nintendo SNES) or that silly gun for the NES. Anyone remember those?;) How many games actualy had support for them? Two? Three? Eventualy, it didn't work neither, due to lack of supporting software;/ I have a certain reticence and I strongly suspect those 3D mice will be destined the same fate..
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what will it take to get people to use them? seriously, a purpose? I remember that Logitech had a pointing device that would allow 3D-movement, that was like 10 years ago. Can't remember the name though. I frankly don't see in what niche there would be a use for a 3D-mouse. Not even gaming, not even 3D-development (such as CAD/CAI). But I'm curious to hear it from other users...
(I am tired to comment in English). If you to verify the evolution of the hours of working it follow the tecnológia evolution. For example, the Industrial..com Revolution advanço of the machines the vapor, machines of tear..as plants had started to function 24hs..tecnologia is so a way to increase the production, believes that inside some decadas had not existed "noites" more;, the day non-stoping will be contínuo..que nor would say the campaign of compaq..24h!
I am not trying to turn this post into a nostalgic troll, I'm actually trying to make a point here.. just sing along with me:)
Back in the days, making a demo was about showing off "software"-skills. A demo was all about coding fancy effects on a broad range of hardware with no support for hardware acceleration whatsoever. Soft pop, technoish 4-, 8-channel music was tracked (trackered?) on a crappy soundcard (thank you Gravis for bringing us the GUS!!) Pixelated art was often a result of many hours of hard work, patience and eye for detail.
A tech demo as referred to in the article is much more about showing off the capabilities of new hardware. The demoscene has brought to the fore some very talented artists, some of them making their way into the professional software business.
But still, I think there is a big difference between a demo (as in, "demoscene") and a showoff presentation with some fancy effects. The ideology and philosophy is totally different (as is the expected result and audience).
I'm not trying to be al elitist about the demoscene. I just think that it's a subculture and should be considered as such.
All you have to do to play almost anything you want is download MPC, ffdshow, Fraunhofer's MPEG-2 codec, QuickTime, RealAlternative, the WMP9 codec pack, and ac3filter.
That's the point exactly. People don't want to download zillions of packages and mess around with them in order to be able to view their video files.
From a regular user point-of-view... I hate to say that the fuss with installing all those packages will scare people.
Having worked at a taxfree airport shop selling electronics, I remember a similar story with Kenwood walkie-talkies (can't remember the exact model though, was back in '98) A collegue salesman showed me that by cutting a wire, the available frequency range was widened.
Supposedly, the "freed" frequencies were used by the police. But I never had the chance to try that one out.
even the best real 1920x1080 camera (the Thompson Viper)...
Thompson Viper! Yeah! That's one hell of a tough name for a camera!! Like the Canon REBEL! Yeah!!! REBEL! ViPER!!!
To be released soon: Nikon Warrior Kodak Intruder Minolta Assassin Pentax Eagle
and let's not forget... the Fuji Lobotomisator (exists as "Freedom Kit")
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Actually, I think this is great for people who suffer a physical handicap (eg. paralysed). Nowadays there are similar systems. A paralysed friend of mine uses a small LED beamer attached to his glasses to use the computer. By moving his head, he moves the red dot on the screen which functions as the cursor. A sensor of some kind interpretes the signal and moves the cursor. Pretty expensive piece of equipment, though. Well, instead they could use some of those sensors to track eye movement and position in relation to the computer screen. Being given the proper use, I think these gizmo's will eventualy find their way on the right market.
I take it you are referring to the beheading of that Berg guy.
1) You fail to see my point. What did I say in my parent post? The problem lies within fanatism. 2) I wanne see proof that the Corran promotes beheading of people. 3) Even if it does, you should put things in their historical context. The Corran, the Bible, whatever holy book you wanna refer to. All of them are outdated and contain values that don't necessarily reflect nowadays modern life (appart from universal values such as love, compassion, understanding,...). If you fail to see this, back to #1 > Fanatism baby!
During centuries, people have performed gruesome acts using religion as a cover to justify them. The crusades during the dark ages, thousands of people murdered... Did Jesus ordered that? The Japanese occupation of China, did Buddha ordered that? As I said, even GWB does it. "God is on our side" et caetera... Who is he to claim that? (and don't even think about getting me started on capital punishment!)
Btw, of course beheading someone is wrong, nobody questions THAT. Even Hamas & Hezbollah have condemned the beheading of Nick Berg. Point is, bad people exist everywhere, regardless of their religion.
I tried not to turn this post into a troll. For the clueless: the point I'm trying to make is that fanatism is evil, but it's something of all religions. You can not condemn a whole religion for that.
To quote "Deep Dish", a house music group/band/whatever...
Mohammed = Jesus = Buddha = Love
It is my belief that all religions are equal. The problem lies within fanatism. Be it the palestinians blowing up themselves, jews claiming property over some "holy land", or GW Bush using "God is on our side" as a reason to perform military acts. (i am not saying this to troll, just trying to make a point).
I am not a "believer" myself, eventhough I fully respect all religions as I expect the same from them. If I'm not going to nirvana/heaven/whatever, so be it.. That's my problem not yours... Don't bother me with it.
In 50 years the EU is going to be a unified superpower and the EU and Europe will be synonymous. Hopefully they won't forget the reason for it existing in the first place.
This is not meant as a troll, but can you elaborate on your last statement? About the reason for the EU existing? thx!
Superbikes have faster 0-60 times indeed... But the main problem with modern days superbikes is keeping the front wheel down (eg. nog wheelying). While a Yamaha R1 for instance has incredible numbers on paper, you cannot fully whip open the throttle and expect the bike to rocket forwards (you're more than welcome to try it). Chances are you'll end up on your ass with a broken coccyx:)
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I'll just stick to Friendface, thank you very much!
whadaya mean "quite easily"????
I'm using azerty keyboard layout, you insensitive clod!
http://www.linuxbase.org/
LSB stands for Linux Standard Base. I quote rom the website:
What is the LSB Project?
The goal of the LSB is to develop and promote a set of binary standards that will increase compatibility among Linux systems (and other similar systems), and enable software applications to run on any conforming system. In addition, the LSB will help coordinate efforts to recruit software vendors to port and write products for such systems.
..."We chose this phrase specifically because we didn't think it would be offensive or degrading or obscene," said Tania Tong, 34, a special education teacher....
With a name like that, it's not very hard to guess the kind of "special education" she does...
I thought Microsoft had a similar product a couple of years ago. Microsoft Chat or Comic Chat or something in the kind... You could select a comic character and assign it facial expressions and such. :)
It died a silent death
Boo, hiss. Who's up for some driver coding? :)
by any means, feel free
The company stressed that existing residential customers will continue to receive the quality service they expect from AT&T :) </wisenose-mode>
<wisenose-mode>that a good thing or a bad thing?
I've always been a big U2 fan, and I'm willing to follow them musically in whatever direction they decide to go, ...
... let's say... a gregorian chants-inspired, bagpipe-only, country music album? THAT I'd like to see :)
Even if they were to release
Exactly, the Cyberman, that's what it was..! :) ;) How many games actualy had support for them? Two? Three? Eventualy, it didn't work neither, due to lack of supporting software ;/
But still, eventhough it was nice to play Descent with, it didn't really broke through. I can't help but notice a certain similarity between 3D mice and novelty pointing devices for gaming consoles such as that bazooka (for the nintendo SNES) or that silly gun for the NES. Anyone remember those?
I have a certain reticence and I strongly suspect those 3D mice will be destined the same fate..
what will it take to get people to use them?
seriously, a purpose?
I remember that Logitech had a pointing device that would allow 3D-movement, that was like 10 years ago. Can't remember the name though. I frankly don't see in what niche there would be a use for a 3D-mouse. Not even gaming, not even 3D-development (such as CAD/CAI). But I'm curious to hear it from other users...
babelfish is our friend
(I am tired to comment in English). If you to verify the evolution of the hours of working it follow the tecnológia evolution. For example, the Industrial..com Revolution advanço of the machines the vapor, machines of tear..as plants had started to function 24hs..tecnologia is so a way to increase the production, believes that inside some decadas had not existed "noites" more;, the day non-stoping will be contínuo..que nor would say the campaign of compaq..24h!
If I'm not mistaken, you could not patent an IDEA...
I am not trying to turn this post into a nostalgic troll, I'm actually trying to make a point here.. just sing along with me :)
Back in the days, making a demo was about showing off "software"-skills. A demo was all about coding fancy effects on a broad range of hardware with no support for hardware acceleration whatsoever.
Soft pop, technoish 4-, 8-channel music was tracked (trackered?) on a crappy soundcard (thank you Gravis for bringing us the GUS!!)
Pixelated art was often a result of many hours of hard work, patience and eye for detail.
A tech demo as referred to in the article is much more about showing off the capabilities of new hardware. The demoscene has brought to the fore some very talented artists, some of them making their way into the professional software business.
But still, I think there is a big difference between a demo (as in, "demoscene") and a showoff presentation with some fancy effects. The ideology and philosophy is totally different (as is the expected result and audience).
I'm not trying to be al elitist about the demoscene. I just think that it's a subculture and should be considered as such.
too bad hotmail runs on freebsd..
That shuts you up, eh?
All you have to do to play almost anything you want is download MPC, ffdshow, Fraunhofer's MPEG-2 codec, QuickTime, RealAlternative, the WMP9 codec pack, and ac3filter.
That's the point exactly. People don't want to download zillions of packages and mess around with them in order to be able to view their video files.
From a regular user point-of-view... I hate to say that the fuss with installing all those packages will scare people.
Having worked at a taxfree airport shop selling electronics, I remember a similar story with Kenwood walkie-talkies (can't remember the exact model though, was back in '98)
A collegue salesman showed me that by cutting a wire, the available frequency range was widened.
Supposedly, the "freed" frequencies were used by the police. But I never had the chance to try that one out.
even the best real 1920x1080 camera (the Thompson Viper)...
Thompson Viper! Yeah! That's one hell of a tough name for a camera!! Like the Canon REBEL! Yeah!!! REBEL! ViPER!!!
To be released soon:
Nikon Warrior
Kodak Intruder
Minolta Assassin
Pentax Eagle
and let's not forget...
the Fuji Lobotomisator (exists as "Freedom Kit")
Actually, I think this is great for people who suffer a physical handicap (eg. paralysed).
Nowadays there are similar systems. A paralysed friend of mine uses a small LED beamer attached to his glasses to use the computer. By moving his head, he moves the red dot on the screen which functions as the cursor. A sensor of some kind interpretes the signal and moves the cursor.
Pretty expensive piece of equipment, though.
Well, instead they could use some of those sensors to track eye movement and position in relation to the computer screen.
Being given the proper use, I think these gizmo's will eventualy find their way on the right market.
I take it you are referring to the beheading of that Berg guy.
1) You fail to see my point. What did I say in my parent post? The problem lies within fanatism.
2) I wanne see proof that the Corran promotes beheading of people.
3) Even if it does, you should put things in their historical context. The Corran, the Bible, whatever holy book you wanna refer to. All of them are outdated and contain values that don't necessarily reflect nowadays modern life (appart from universal values such as love, compassion, understanding,...). If you fail to see this, back to #1 > Fanatism baby!
During centuries, people have performed gruesome acts using religion as a cover to justify them.
The crusades during the dark ages, thousands of people murdered... Did Jesus ordered that?
The Japanese occupation of China, did Buddha ordered that?
As I said, even GWB does it. "God is on our side" et caetera... Who is he to claim that? (and don't even think about getting me started on capital punishment!)
Btw, of course beheading someone is wrong, nobody questions THAT. Even Hamas & Hezbollah have condemned the beheading of Nick Berg. Point is, bad people exist everywhere, regardless of their religion.
I tried not to turn this post into a troll. For the clueless: the point I'm trying to make is that fanatism is evil, but it's something of all religions. You can not condemn a whole religion for that.
too bad you posted this as AC...
:)
so far for credibility
To quote "Deep Dish", a house music group/band/whatever...
Mohammed = Jesus = Buddha = Love
It is my belief that all religions are equal. The problem lies within fanatism. Be it the palestinians blowing up themselves, jews claiming property over some "holy land", or GW Bush using "God is on our side" as a reason to perform military acts. (i am not saying this to troll, just trying to make a point).
I am not a "believer" myself, eventhough I fully respect all religions as I expect the same from them. If I'm not going to nirvana/heaven/whatever, so be it.. That's my problem not yours... Don't bother me with it.
In 50 years the EU is going to be a unified superpower and the EU and Europe will be synonymous. Hopefully they won't forget the reason for it existing in the first place.
This is not meant as a troll, but can you elaborate on your last statement? About the reason for the EU existing? thx!
Superbikes have faster 0-60 times indeed... But the main problem with modern days superbikes is keeping the front wheel down (eg. nog wheelying). :)
While a Yamaha R1 for instance has incredible numbers on paper, you cannot fully whip open the throttle and expect the bike to rocket forwards (you're more than welcome to try it). Chances are you'll end up on your ass with a broken coccyx
What does the second G stand for?
:)
that's a typo