I'm not sure about this time period but, if I recall correctly, the translucent color slide cases was TI's response to the futuristic look of the HP-49G. Now, I could be wrong but I'm almost positive that what I said is correct. Also, forgotten in the article and post, is the fact that the main programming language used for programming will be C++ and Java. Also, will be released around September (hopefully).
Long before I had a computer (other than a Mac II), a friend pointed a TI-86 out to me. That was my first calculator "experience." He would put games on it for me. I wouldn't play them much but, I enjoyed having them on there for others to play and etc. After that, I got a computer and was able to put the games on there myself. Soon after, I bought a TI-89. I was shocked at what people could do with it and knew I had to learn how to do that for myself. I spent about a full summer learning the Motorola 68000 assembler language. Then, some one pointed out #hp48 to me on Efnet on IRC. People in there pointed out the HP-49G to me. I read HP's information on there web-page and knew then and there that I HAD to have it! I saved up some money and bought myself one (same price as my TI-89 too). I have since then also bought a TI-83+ and TI92+ and still use my HP-49G more than all of my TI calculators combined!
Why the HP calculators are better than TI's:
Let's see, where to start. I'll start with this:
HP uses the most out of there limited hardware.
Use there own home-made processor (for the graphing calcultors as of yet)
An incredible amount of assembler support for us coders
There (HP) OS is written in Saturn assembler while TI's OS for there 89 and 92+ is written in C
Need I list any others?
This is just a small list that I could think of off the top of my head. HP calculators are more geared towards higher educated individuals but, it can also be used for people in lower educated areas (it has a +, -, *, / sign doesn't it?). I remember there being an article here on Slashdot about which brand to buy. I would highly recommend an HP-48G or 49G. Since they will be able to use that for the rest of there lives, just about. If your buying calculators for games, the buy a TI-86. If you want the mathematical capabilities out of the calculator, buy an HP-49G.
I found out about this calculator a couple months ago and the price was ranged at about $250 in american dollars. If I wasn't already putting money aside for a video card, I would start putting money aside for this upcoming calculator. Something's got to give...
For the best HP calculator games/apps, try out hpcalc.org.
I beg to differ. Computer games need the multi-player game just as much as the single-player game. You mention Half-Life, which I'll do now. It's got an amazing single-player game and had a decent multi-player. Sure, it wasn't great but, deathmatches aren't good at all (in my opinoin). But, it must have had something good in it because now it is the most highly played game in the world. There are more Counter-Strike players alone than combining all UT & Q3A players. And that's just Counter-Strike. There is also TFC to account for, adding another 1,000 servers easily to the list.
Now, compare the above statement about Half-Life's multi-player to Q3A's or UT's. They're both DM's. Sure, there's CTF and Domination and Assault in UT but, it's still almost all DM. Q3A is starting to come out with some good MODs like q3f and WFA. Now, compare Half-Life's already established MODs. Counter-Strike, TFC, and the rising Firearms. This should be enough proof that Half-Life's multi-player is by far, superior.
Id software can make a good multi-player game as can be seen in Q3A. They can also make a good single-player game as can be seen in almost all of Id's other games. Hopefully, Id software will put the two together to make one outstanding game.
It has been my experience that game with One-Player games and an option for multiplayer are far better. Quake 3 Arena is the game that brought be to the "Gaming world." I was disappointed since all there was, was deathmatch and capture the flag. But, since then with q3f and WFA, it's a little more fun but, sometimes you just feal like playing on your own and not on the internet. What are you to do for that with q3arena? Play a deathmatch with bots that just run around and if they see you they shoot (not neccisarily at you either)? Since then, a friend of mine gave me Quake and I enjoyed it a whole lot more. A barely visible plot but, still much more enjoyable. Then, another friend pointed out Half Life to me. I was instantly hooked. A long deep plot for the one player game, and a good multiplayer experience. Then, I got Opposing Force for it and all the fun of the one player game came back. Admittedly, the mods are definately a part of VALVe's success (especially Counter-Strike.). I got, after that, Unreal Tournament. It's a good game but, sometimes a person is looking for more than single player deathmatches. UT is a good game and I can't wait for it's Team Fortress clone. Then, I got Soldier of Fortune. I was definately happier with SoF than UT. A nice single player game and good multi player game.
Following that pattern, in order for the upcoming Doom to be any good is to have a very deep/complex plot for the multiplayer (and good mod support. Maybe better mod tools will help?). Having only Q1 & 3 as my only id gaming experience, I've never tried Doom or any of there older games. But I still look forward to this upcoming release of a new Doom and plan on buying it. Being a big fan of First-Person, Shoot-em-up games, I'll be buying it.
I don't see much of a future for internet only games like q3arena or UT. Hearing about Team Fortress 2 by VALVe might make it a little different though. The way it sounds, it will have scenarios similar to that of World War II and Counter-Strike. Having rescue the hostages, protect the VIP, etc. it sounds pretty good. But, in my opinion, it will never be as big and grand as VALVe's own Half Life. I hope to hear a lot on these companies future releases.
I was taken back when I heard that Metallica, Dr. Dre, et al where sueing Napster. Claiming that Napster amounts to widespread theft and stealing. (and they don't have enough money?) The copyright laws allow a "fair use" exception to individuals. Not only that but, the Audio Home Recording Act. It provides individuals the express right to make copies of copyrighted material, including music, and does not forbid the sharing of those copies in a noncommercial way.
In the past, there have been arguements over new technologies. Such as, the audiocassette recorder/player, the video cassette recorder, and even the player piano.
To recap the subject. Copyrighted file sharing is NOT illegal.
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I'm not sure about this time period but, if I recall correctly, the translucent color slide cases was TI's response to the futuristic look of the HP-49G. Now, I could be wrong but I'm almost positive that what I said is correct. Also, forgotten in the article and post, is the fact that the main programming language used for programming will be C++ and Java. Also, will be released around September (hopefully).
Have a nice day,
Why the HP calculators are better than TI's:
Let's see, where to start. I'll start with this:
HP uses the most out of there limited hardware.
Use there own home-made processor (for the graphing calcultors as of yet)
An incredible amount of assembler support for us coders
There (HP) OS is written in Saturn assembler while TI's OS for there 89 and 92+ is written in C
Need I list any others?
This is just a small list that I could think of off the top of my head. HP calculators are more geared towards higher educated individuals but, it can also be used for people in lower educated areas (it has a +, -, *, / sign doesn't it?). I remember there being an article here on Slashdot about which brand to buy. I would highly recommend an HP-48G or 49G. Since they will be able to use that for the rest of there lives, just about. If your buying calculators for games, the buy a TI-86. If you want the mathematical capabilities out of the calculator, buy an HP-49G.
I found out about this calculator a couple months ago and the price was ranged at about $250 in american dollars. If I wasn't already putting money aside for a video card, I would start putting money aside for this upcoming calculator. Something's got to give...
For the best HP calculator games/apps, try out hpcalc.org.
Have a nice day,
I beg to differ. Computer games need the multi-player game just as much as the single-player game. You mention Half-Life, which I'll do now. It's got an amazing single-player game and had a decent multi-player. Sure, it wasn't great but, deathmatches aren't good at all (in my opinoin). But, it must have had something good in it because now it is the most highly played game in the world. There are more Counter-Strike players alone than combining all UT & Q3A players. And that's just Counter-Strike. There is also TFC to account for, adding another 1,000 servers easily to the list.
Now, compare the above statement about Half-Life's multi-player to Q3A's or UT's. They're both DM's. Sure, there's CTF and Domination and Assault in UT but, it's still almost all DM. Q3A is starting to come out with some good MODs like q3f and WFA. Now, compare Half-Life's already established MODs. Counter-Strike, TFC, and the rising Firearms. This should be enough proof that Half-Life's multi-player is by far, superior.
Id software can make a good multi-player game as can be seen in Q3A. They can also make a good single-player game as can be seen in almost all of Id's other games. Hopefully, Id software will put the two together to make one outstanding game.
Have a nice day,
It has been my experience that game with One-Player games and an option for multiplayer are far better. Quake 3 Arena is the game that brought be to the "Gaming world." I was disappointed since all there was, was deathmatch and capture the flag. But, since then with q3f and WFA, it's a little more fun but, sometimes you just feal like playing on your own and not on the internet. What are you to do for that with q3arena? Play a deathmatch with bots that just run around and if they see you they shoot (not neccisarily at you either)? Since then, a friend of mine gave me Quake and I enjoyed it a whole lot more. A barely visible plot but, still much more enjoyable. Then, another friend pointed out Half Life to me. I was instantly hooked. A long deep plot for the one player game, and a good multiplayer experience. Then, I got Opposing Force for it and all the fun of the one player game came back. Admittedly, the mods are definately a part of VALVe's success (especially Counter-Strike.). I got, after that, Unreal Tournament. It's a good game but, sometimes a person is looking for more than single player deathmatches. UT is a good game and I can't wait for it's Team Fortress clone. Then, I got Soldier of Fortune. I was definately happier with SoF than UT. A nice single player game and good multi player game.
Following that pattern, in order for the upcoming Doom to be any good is to have a very deep/complex plot for the multiplayer (and good mod support. Maybe better mod tools will help?). Having only Q1 & 3 as my only id gaming experience, I've never tried Doom or any of there older games. But I still look forward to this upcoming release of a new Doom and plan on buying it. Being a big fan of First-Person, Shoot-em-up games, I'll be buying it.
I don't see much of a future for internet only games like q3arena or UT. Hearing about Team Fortress 2 by VALVe might make it a little different though. The way it sounds, it will have scenarios similar to that of World War II and Counter-Strike. Having rescue the hostages, protect the VIP, etc. it sounds pretty good. But, in my opinion, it will never be as big and grand as VALVe's own Half Life. I hope to hear a lot on these companies future releases.
Have a nice day,
I was taken back when I heard that Metallica, Dr. Dre, et al where sueing Napster. Claiming that Napster amounts to widespread theft and stealing. (and they don't have enough money?) The copyright laws allow a "fair use" exception to individuals. Not only that but, the Audio Home Recording Act. It provides individuals the express right to make copies of copyrighted material, including music, and does not forbid the sharing of those copies in a noncommercial way.
In the past, there have been arguements over new technologies. Such as, the audiocassette recorder/player, the video cassette recorder, and even the player piano.
To recap the subject. Copyrighted file sharing is NOT illegal.
Have a nice day,