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  1. Re:Ahem... on Microsoft DRM To Get Even Tighter · · Score: 1

    I Agree I was hoping this would give MPlayer even more of a boost.
    Along with that, it just hurts microsoft even more.

    Sherm

  2. Re:Yeah, but what I want to know on OpenOffice.org to Get Firefox Extensions and More · · Score: 1

    I agree and would have to add another complaint with, just giving basic verbal instructions of going to the sight and downloading it and after its loaded, the lack of templates and clipart. Then I have to give them to many more instructions which then is the turn off. Also any suggestions for this?

  3. Re:ALS on Stephen Hawking Looking for Assistant · · Score: 1

    The easiest way in is bring your stack of Hustler magazines. He like to bet with them.

  4. Re:Big Leashed Brother on FBI Data Mining Students' Financial Aid Records · · Score: 1

    Well so much for government trust. Read this:

    http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/5303574. stm

    Main line:
    He blamed President Bush not only for refusing to cut emissions, but also for failing to live up to his rhetoric on harnessing technology to tackle climate change.

    I just hope that our elected officials will re-prioritize what to do with our government funds to help regain trust.

  5. Re:Big Leashed Brother on FBI Data Mining Students' Financial Aid Records · · Score: 1

    Your right. They do have good reasoning, again, as long as it is not abused. If it is used in a manner that saves lives. Then I wish them the best.

  6. Re:Let me demonstrate something for you on Not As Wiki As It Used To Be · · Score: 1, Informative

    In running my own Wikimedia. I've found that despite the all the input. With all the automated watch scripts. It is still difficult to detect minor vandalism like linking [[Problem Faults|Bush]]and of course many others. But it sure has been nice when its locked down for in house documentation. But again that wasn't the only purpose of wiki. Its supposed to be able to run in the open as well.

  7. Perspectives on Evolution No Longer Worth Learning, Says Government · · Score: 2, Funny

    Hey Bud! Its just a part of Evolution of schools. Its closed minds like that, that hault the ability to learn more perspectives.

    Clerical?

    oops, can't teach that any more.

  8. More time for Spam on How Do You Punish a 16-year-old Spammer? · · Score: 0

    Great, now he has more time to spam!!!

  9. Re:Asinine on Ladies and Gentlemen, the Electronic Toilet · · Score: 0

    Helping the disabled is great but you have to admit it gives a whole new perspective of "shit or get off the pot!"

  10. Re:Quite right on Unlock Internet or Risk Losing Staff? · · Score: 0

    That has got to be the most Ironic post. What if your boss caught you at a religious sight?

    Would you be fired?

    Sherm

  11. Re:This explains an email I got on GPLv3 - A Primer on Open Warfare in Open Source · · Score: 1

    Know thats funny! If it passes then I'll make it a requirement!

  12. Re:This explains an email I got on GPLv3 - A Primer on Open Warfare in Open Source · · Score: 1

    Why so literal? We use it for the many of the 911 system reports, Web based apps, Desktop, server, etc. Give me a break!!

  13. This explains an email I got on GPLv3 - A Primer on Open Warfare in Open Source · · Score: 1, Funny

    After Slashdot and the Washington Post did an article on our 911 running Linux. I got an email from Richard. correcting me by telling me I should have called it GNU Linux. I emailed him back and said If Linus wrote it and he calls it Linux, thats good enough for me.

    Sherm

  14. Better not buy on The UK's Total Surveillance · · Score: 1

    Catcher in the Rye!!!!

    The'll be after you :)

  15. Another use for Slashdot on Technology And The Decline of Gonzo Journalism · · Score: 1

    This is one of the MANY good reasons slashdot has boomed!!

    Sherm

  16. Re:sigh on NH Man Arrested for Videotaping Police · · Score: 1

    You hit it on the nose. It depends on the State. I've only worked in Nev and Utah. Both where very different. But in Utah the parents are NOT exempt. In NH I don't know.

    Sherm

  17. Re:sigh on NH Man Arrested for Videotaping Police · · Score: 0, Troll

    Go be a cop for 18 years, then reply. Focus on what I was saying, not distorting it.

    Sherm

  18. Re:sigh on NH Man Arrested for Videotaping Police · · Score: 3, Interesting

    I've been a cop for 18 years. To some people who are getting arrested I get the heat. But the fact is only about 20% are assholes and some cops can become assholes by assholes. I've had people try to shoot me, stab me, etc. I have turned in over 5 cops who have violated peoples rights. The fact is Police are human. But they do try to pick the most patient (overall). So 20% is more accurate than 99%. In Utah we could not have arrested him because the law for privacy is different. If one person in the group of people know there being recorded (in this case the home owner) then it is perfectly legal. Its obvious he was obstructing Justice and to have a son on weapons charges will bring many police into the picture. I like to make it home at night.

    I've also had many letters of thanks from citizens. I'm not trying to start a flame ware, just putting down the facts. I do computer forensics, homicide reconstruction, and fatal accidents now.

    Sherm
    (I was also put on /. in about 1999 for our 911 going to Linux. So I've seen many points of view)

  19. Re:Preposterous explanation on Scientists Blocking out the Sun · · Score: 1

    Maybe if Yellowstone explodes it will take care of it :)

    or at least a small volcano.

    Sherm

  20. Sounds like a movie may come out on Wildlife Defies Chernobyl Radiation · · Score: 1

    This would be a great setting for a horror film :)

    Sherm

  21. Re:Blowing Hot Air on Global Warming Dissenters Suppressed? · · Score: 1

    Even on the Discovery Channel, TLC, and History channel have confirmed what you said.

    Sherm

  22. Re:Seems a bit steep to me... on A $100 Million Trip to the Moon · · Score: 1

    I wish Bill Gates and would pay for all microsoft execs and himself to go.

  23. Re:In other news... on Paris Hilton Recruited to Publicize Linux · · Score: 1

    Gotta be an April Fools Gag

    or not :)

  24. Re:f. on Private .US Registrations Disallowed by NTIA · · Score: 1

    You have to wonder if the petition is a way to con us out of personal info for identity theft....

  25. Re:Hah on Cardboard WiFi Antenna Upgrade · · Score: -1, Offtopic

    Nothing new, yawn.