Umm, one of the Atkins diet credos is that exercise is non-negotiable.
I started it in April, and have lost 30 pounds with no ill effect, or even discomfort. I do three 5-K runs per week at a somewhat leisurely pace, and bike a half-hour twice (lifting weights for 20 minutes on the other two days). The aerobic activity has made it climbing multiple flights of stairs and other "everyday" physical exertions a non-issue.
Remember that there is more to health than LOOKING healthy, and that is BEING healthy.
Erm, TiVo's website boasts of a mere 510,000 subscribers. I must also point out that the TiVo was first released in 1999, which is closer to four years than six...
Splitting hairs, I know, but the facts are the facts.
I'm not exactly a console junkie but you're the first person I've ever met/heard from who knew about that bug.
It isn't a console game, but rather an ARCADE game.
I assume we're talking about the "don't shoot certain character until he makes two passes without firing on second board that leaves the rest of the game not shooting" bug?
More or less, though your specifics are off. Please see the link that I posted in the original...
(Moderators: I am removing my +1 LOOK AT ME modifier since we seem to have strayed off-topic a wee bit):)
The ROMs for Mame are exact ROM dumps, so sure, it should certainly be present. The famous Galaga bug is present in the Galaga ROM (link here), so I wouldn't see why the kill screen wouldn't be present.
...is because there were a bunch of scientists poking, prodding, and stealing its skin cells.:)
Seriously, though. I agree with some of the above posters. There is a reason the animals are no longer with us. And one can argue that it was humans that caused the extinction in the first place, and it was therefore our fault. However, the last time I checked, humans were part of the animal kingdom. Drawing off that fact, it becomes easy to argue that any forces we exerted on species were natural, albeit not in the best interest of other species on this planet (or even ourselves).
Extinction has been occurring for millions of years. It is natural, folks. The scientific community needs to try and get over their "god" complex.
For all the foibles and blunders committed by the human race in the name of science during the last few hundred years, this one personally gives me the most reason for concern.
The 2006 deadline is for having DIGITAL broadcasts, *not* High-Definition. They are two seperate issues right now. While there will be a set-top adapter available to convert digital to analog for older TVs, it is unknown as to whether or not these will actually be inexpensive enough to warrant not just purchasing a new television set. It is also very likely that stations will maintain an analog broadcast if it proves to be useful in their area (perhaps where the demographic is not likely to upgrade old systems).
Hear that, CBS? You'd better keep analog up for your demographic (the old farts that don't want to give up their old console Zenith from the 1970s).
> Writing a book is a full-time job. Unfortunately, I already have a full-time job
> writing new Perl modules. And a second full-time job maintaining all my existing modules.
> And a third full-time job helping with the design and explanation of Perl 6. And a fourth
> full-time job traveling around the world speaking at conferences and Perl Mongers
> meetings.
> So taking on a fifth full-time job seemed a little...ambitious.
Isn't a full-time job one that you spend 40+ hours per week on? Since there are 168 hours in a week, even having FOUR full-time jobs would leave a mere eight hours PER WEEK for sleeping, eating, commuting, etc. And 40 hours is the bare minimum around here. I code Perl 50 hours plus per week for actual uses in the credit card industry, not making kooky new modules.
Give me a break, buddy. You aren't the only one who has to work for a living, and your job seems pretty cush... Quit it with the martyr syndrome, and write the damn book.
Unfortunately, TiVo is not doing any better than anyone else right now (capital-wise) and cannot afford to throw any change at these monkeys. I am a lifetime subscriber, and would HATE it if TiVo disappeared as a result of a lame-ass patent lawsuit such as this.
It seems that it is not uncommon to have English-named programs in foriegn countries. For some reason, it doesn't work the other way quite as well, though. I can't think of any foreign-titled shows in the U.S.
Jethro
Moderators: This is slightly off-topic, but I have removed my +1 posting bonus - consider this modded down...
Because not every person searching is from the states. I know that "Loft Story" is a French reality TV show... You can see a picture of the winner here. She's pretty cute...
They did test it out, and quite extensively. I was involved in the early releases (betas). However, I am a lifetime subscriber to the service (as I am sure MOST, if not ALL) of those involved in the testing were, simply because you get the beta software when your TiVo dials in to get program data. Obviously, if you don't have the service, you don't dial in, and therefore, do not receive the test software.
I mean, don't get me wrong, but the TiVo is only a mediocre appliance without the subscription. With it, it is much more... shall we say... revolutionary.
I avoided upgrading to the Gameboy Color... Just couldn't see buying another GB just for color (I have a Palm Vx, too -- no color). A TV tuner would be nice, though...
I, for one, am glad they made it backwards compatible with old carts. I think that is the reason why the GameBoy has survived this long in a fairly fickle markey.
I have a Game Gear also. I was never a fan of the "long" shape vs. the "tall" shape of the Game Boy. Too bad they went with the "long" shape.
Now, finally, a reason to upgrade! Can't wait to run Linux on it. 8^)
Advantages of text over graphics:
-faster downloads (and therefore, they are more likely to be seen)
- no distracting flashing gifs (like the one on top of this page)
I will be honest, though. I don't think that they are nearly as visible as those annoying, obnoxious gifs...
Wait... No more Punch The Monkey?! FORGET IT! I love punching that monkey. 8^)
"The company said it has a backlog of about 25,000 units. It will begin to ship drives this week to those who ordered early, and the models will hit retail store shelves in late June."
One of the most important deals about what TiVo does that sets it apart from Dad & the VCR is that not only can you watch something on TV and record something at the same time, but...
TiVo allows you to watch something you have recorded while RECORDING something else. Try that with a VCR... it can't be done. Of course, the hairsplitters might say "Sure, it can be done. Simply use two VCRs." But that gets away from the whole "PERSONAL" TV Recorder when you are doing multiple appliances...
Having lived in Alaska for 3 years, I can tell you, it is going to cost big bucks. I have been waiting patiently for this to happen, though... the location is ideal.
On the upside, there was a wealth of good tech talent up there that can be had relatively cheaply. Hell, I would go back up there for a while to help with that. (Still have family up there anyway)... where can I send my resume? 8^)
Jethro
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As a Stonecutter, I fervently disagree with the use of our theme song to promote something as trivial as a book. Ever since the sacred scroll was destroyed by that cheese-and-donut-munching buffoon, lodge just hasn't been the same. Drat it. Let's sue them for the use of our anthem.
Since MP3s were born Microsoft has been trying to rewrite the standard with their own technology. WMA was their answer, which, granted, provided better sound for the bandwidth cost. Could it be that they see Napster as the biggest proponent for the format that they would love to wipe out? Maybe they wish to buy it an either rewrite things to share WMAs, or throw it in the scrap heap... Interesting, and yet somehow scary...
(not a troll or a conspiracy theory -- just an observation)
Sorry. I assumed (like a stupid American) that you would guess "here" is the United States. 8^)I falsely assumed that most readers are in the States. Many apologies.
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Considering Sirirus is one of the new advertisers on howarstern.com, you can bet if he goes satellite, it won't be XM.
Jethro73
(very satisfied Sirius customer for many months now)
Umm, one of the Atkins diet credos is that exercise is non-negotiable.
I started it in April, and have lost 30 pounds with no ill effect, or even discomfort. I do three 5-K runs per week at a somewhat leisurely pace, and bike a half-hour twice (lifting weights for 20 minutes on the other two days). The aerobic activity has made it climbing multiple flights of stairs and other "everyday" physical exertions a non-issue.
Remember that there is more to health than LOOKING healthy, and that is BEING healthy.
Jethro73
(now 5'11"/160lbs. and NOT missing sugar a whit)
Erm, TiVo's website boasts of a mere 510,000 subscribers. I must also point out that the TiVo was first released in 1999, which is closer to four years than six...
Splitting hairs, I know, but the facts are the facts.
I'm not exactly a console junkie but you're the first person I've ever met/heard from who knew about that bug.
:)
It isn't a console game, but rather an ARCADE game.
I assume we're talking about the "don't shoot certain character until he makes two passes without firing on second board that leaves the rest of the game not shooting" bug?
More or less, though your specifics are off. Please see the link that I posted in the original...
(Moderators: I am removing my +1 LOOK AT ME modifier since we seem to have strayed off-topic a wee bit)
The ROMs for Mame are exact ROM dumps, so sure, it should certainly be present. The famous Galaga bug is present in the Galaga ROM (link here), so I wouldn't see why the kill screen wouldn't be present.
...is because there were a bunch of scientists poking, prodding, and stealing its skin cells. :)
Seriously, though. I agree with some of the above posters. There is a reason the animals are no longer with us. And one can argue that it was humans that caused the extinction in the first place, and it was therefore our fault. However, the last time I checked, humans were part of the animal kingdom. Drawing off that fact, it becomes easy to argue that any forces we exerted on species were natural, albeit not in the best interest of other species on this planet (or even ourselves).
Extinction has been occurring for millions of years. It is natural, folks. The scientific community needs to try and get over their "god" complex.
For all the foibles and blunders committed by the human race in the name of science during the last few hundred years, this one personally gives me the most reason for concern.
Jethro73
The 2006 deadline is for having DIGITAL broadcasts, *not* High-Definition. They are two seperate issues right now. While there will be a set-top adapter available to convert digital to analog for older TVs, it is unknown as to whether or not these will actually be inexpensive enough to warrant not just purchasing a new television set. It is also very likely that stations will maintain an analog broadcast if it proves to be useful in their area (perhaps where the demographic is not likely to upgrade old systems).
Hear that, CBS? You'd better keep analog up for your demographic (the old farts that don't want to give up their old console Zenith from the 1970s).
Jethro73
> Writing a book is a full-time job. Unfortunately, I already have a full-time job
> writing new Perl modules. And a second full-time job maintaining all my existing modules.
> And a third full-time job helping with the design and explanation of Perl 6. And a fourth
> full-time job traveling around the world speaking at conferences and Perl Mongers
> meetings.
> So taking on a fifth full-time job seemed a little...ambitious.
Isn't a full-time job one that you spend 40+ hours per week on? Since there are 168 hours in a week, even having FOUR full-time jobs would leave a mere eight hours PER WEEK for sleeping, eating, commuting, etc. And 40 hours is the bare minimum around here. I code Perl 50 hours plus per week for actual uses in the credit card industry, not making kooky new modules.
Give me a break, buddy. You aren't the only one who has to work for a living, and your job seems pretty cush... Quit it with the martyr syndrome, and write the damn book.
JM2C...
Jethro73
Picture and Yahoo! Article.
Jethro73
Don't forget to add the $170 for the power supply. You would think that if that case cost that much, it would come with a decent power supply!
Budget-conscious, my ASS!
Jethro73
Unfortunately, TiVo is not doing any better than anyone else right now (capital-wise) and cannot afford to throw any change at these monkeys. I am a lifetime subscriber, and would HATE it if TiVo disappeared as a result of a lame-ass patent lawsuit such as this.
This better not be a nail in their coffin...
Jethro
I am thinking it is actually called "Loft Story"... Loft Story Homepage.
It seems that it is not uncommon to have English-named programs in foriegn countries. For some reason, it doesn't work the other way quite as well, though. I can't think of any foreign-titled shows in the U.S.
Jethro
Moderators: This is slightly off-topic, but I have removed my +1 posting bonus - consider this modded down...
Because not every person searching is from the states. I know that "Loft Story" is a French reality TV show... You can see a picture of the winner here. She's pretty cute...
Anyway, that might explain...
Jethro
News release on pocket.ign.com...
Nintendo says, "Don't touch it!"
Jethro
They did test it out, and quite extensively. I was involved in the early releases (betas). However, I am a lifetime subscriber to the service (as I am sure MOST, if not ALL) of those involved in the testing were, simply because you get the beta software when your TiVo dials in to get program data. Obviously, if you don't have the service, you don't dial in, and therefore, do not receive the test software.
I mean, don't get me wrong, but the TiVo is only a mediocre appliance without the subscription. With it, it is much more... shall we say... revolutionary.
Jethro
I avoided upgrading to the Gameboy Color... Just couldn't see buying another GB just for color (I have a Palm Vx, too -- no color). A TV tuner would be nice, though...
I, for one, am glad they made it backwards compatible with old carts. I think that is the reason why the GameBoy has survived this long in a fairly fickle markey.
I have a Game Gear also. I was never a fan of the "long" shape vs. the "tall" shape of the Game Boy. Too bad they went with the "long" shape.
Now, finally, a reason to upgrade! Can't wait to run Linux on it. 8^)
Jethro
Centsible Software has purchased their inventory... From their site:
Oops, we did it again!
Centsible Software buys out Software inventory of CMD.
*Company buyout # 27*
Give them a try...
Jethro
Advantages of text over graphics:
-faster downloads (and therefore, they are more likely to be seen)
- no distracting flashing gifs (like the one on top of this page)
I will be honest, though. I don't think that they are nearly as visible as those annoying, obnoxious gifs...
Wait... No more Punch The Monkey?! FORGET IT! I love punching that monkey. 8^)
Jethro
Out of stock? Yes...
"The company said it has a backlog of about 25,000 units. It will begin to ship drives this week to those who ordered early, and the models will hit retail store shelves in late June."
pulled from this article.
One of the most important deals about what TiVo does that sets it apart from Dad & the VCR is that not only can you watch something on TV and record something at the same time, but...
TiVo allows you to watch something you have recorded while RECORDING something else. Try that with a VCR... it can't be done. Of course, the hairsplitters might say "Sure, it can be done. Simply use two VCRs." But that gets away from the whole "PERSONAL" TV Recorder when you are doing multiple appliances...
Jethro
Having lived in Alaska for 3 years, I can tell you, it is going to cost big bucks. I have been waiting patiently for this to happen, though... the location is ideal.
On the upside, there was a wealth of good tech talent up there that can be had relatively cheaply. Hell, I would go back up there for a while to help with that. (Still have family up there anyway)... where can I send my resume? 8^)
Jethro
As a Stonecutter, I fervently disagree with the use of our theme song to promote something as trivial as a book. Ever since the sacred scroll was destroyed by that cheese-and-donut-munching buffoon, lodge just hasn't been the same. Drat it. Let's sue them for the use of our anthem.
Stonecutters UNITE!
Jethro
Reuters article.
I guess chicks dig him.
Jethro
Since MP3s were born Microsoft has been trying to rewrite the standard with their own technology. WMA was their answer, which, granted, provided better sound for the bandwidth cost. Could it be that they see Napster as the biggest proponent for the format that they would love to wipe out? Maybe they wish to buy it an either rewrite things to share WMAs, or throw it in the scrap heap... Interesting, and yet somehow scary...
(not a troll or a conspiracy theory -- just an observation)
Jethro
Sorry. I assumed (like a stupid American) that you would guess "here" is the United States. 8^)I falsely assumed that most readers are in the States. Many apologies.
Jethro