A desktop theme is more than just a background image -- it is also a set of icons, color scheme, fonts, etc. But most relevant to this thread, there is also config information. The format of the config information bundled with the theme is what makes each theme desktop environment specific.
If I wanted Linux binaries, I might as well run Linux;)
But seriously, Linux binary emulation is not perfect, and requires using Linux binary emulated plugins (at least, for Mozilla and Netscape). I'd rather use the native ports whenever possible.
I'm also a big fan of the ports collection, from the package management perspective, so I hope to see it there, where I can fiddle with config options, etc...
Lastly, if this browser really is nice and slim, I'd love to see it in an embedded FreeBSD implementation -- don't want any extra overhead, including Linux binary support.
Unfortunately, changing this type of service to opt-in would render the service completely useless. Very few students would both registering for the service, unless it was absolutely necessary. Being a recently graduated student, now working in a University IT department, I have seen the student apathy levels from both sides. If purely voluntary opt-in, only a small percent would bother. However, I agree with Opt-In policies for all identity information repositories. So the real question becomes -- should this service be offered at all? DO most students want their information shared? DO they understand the risks? Should they? Should such repositories allow only authenticated access, no public access? Thoughts?
Maybe we should all Tarpit our networks, and implement a port level equivalent for Kazaa, Gnutella, etc ports.? This would really tie up their system.....
Each eye is a 2D receptor, but the use of two 2D receptors allows the extrapolation of 3D data. Although the eye cannot do 3D, your brain can. And we (as humans) do not receive "raw data" from our eyes, but rather our brains' interpretation of that data.
Well, on the surface I agree with you, but there are ways to write the code such that cheating is impossible, such as server-centric data, or at least server-side bounds checking (hey -- that sprite shouldn't be able to jump that high!). I think we really need to foucs on better coding strategies. Actually, I feel that this applies to software engineering as a whole -- we need to rethink the existing paradigms, and build new ones from scratch, based on what we now know!
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Are you sure this is this case? My understanding was that the "Sims" code was left alone, but Wine was modified (hence WineX) to support specifically those functions necessary for The Sims, as well as certain other specific games...
I work for a University, in an IT department. Actually, given your location, I s'pose it's relevant that I work for the University of Connecticut. I strongly recommend higher-ed for IT opportunities. They are great environments to work in, offer great benefits, and most will pay for any classes you wish to take.
But most relevant for this topic -- unlike corporations, educational institutions are more likely to give someone an opportunity to grow.
So, check out the HR websites, see if there is something you are interested in, and get that resume in! Hope that helps!
I've never seen THE Unix Humor archive, but here is a link:
http://www.geek-girl.com/unix.html
Scroll to the bottom - there is a unix humor section. Hope that helps!
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Learn ANSI C. Write once, run anywhere (with a good makefile).:)
MIS is not software engineering
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I hate to disagree, but the MIS program does not prepare you for coding solutions, like an accounting system. Most undergrad courses teach COBOL, VB, and/possibly/ VC++ in small snippets - editing/modifying simple parts of code, the Microshaft way. Make this form bigger, make more cells in this drop down box. Change the text, etc. Change the way these numbers are calculated. Enough to/maybe/ become familiar with the Programming IDE, and maybe some syntax, but not much more. Those MIS that are/very/ good are those that have some taken some algorithms classes, networking classes, and others which can be very difficult to learn on your own. I'm not saying that MIS majors are/not/ capable of coding, just pointing out that the undergrad program does not prepare them for software engineering of any type.
-forsetti
From a recent CSE grad, working in a MIS world.
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At the University of Connecticut, we have a combined CSE program (Computer Science and Engineering). As well we have a highly rated MIS (Management Information Systems) program. I recently graduated with my CSE degree, after 4 1/2 sleepless, painful years. Now, I work as a Windows 2000 Server support person.
Here is where the CSE comes in handy - I actually have a clue. Most of the people in the field simply do what they are told by Microshaft, without any idea "why". Blindly following can cause all sorts of havoc - for example, Microsoft says "set up a Win2k DHCP server". Little do they realize that this will conflict with the already active (and fully functional/stable / "good") UNIX DHCP (ISC) server. All the sudden, computers cannot get an IP - gee, I wonder why. CSE gave a good foundation in network protocols, file management, how an OS/really/ works, how to approach technical design problems, what LDAP actually means, and why it is bad to remove the hard drive hosting the OS while the server is powered on (again, true).
MIS is not bad, in it's place. Those that want to research/design/implement/invent technology should be CSE, those that want follow instructions should be MIS. As well, MIS is perfect for those that wish to mediate between the engineers and the administration.
Lastly, both degrees often do give similar salaries on start, but the difference comes in upward mobility. With my CSE degree, I can easily grow and be promoted in the direction of technology and development, in whatever focus I choose (read "assured cha-ching"), be it hardware, software, graphics, etc. MIS can grow and be promoted in the business/administration direction, but this is often a pyramid type structure, so very few can reach the top. And personally, I prefer the "tech" side of things, over the business side.
Hope that helps a little, from someone in the field,
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A desktop theme is more than just a background image -- it is also a set of icons, color scheme, fonts, etc. But most relevant to this thread, there is also config information. The format of the config information bundled with the theme is what makes each theme desktop environment specific.
If I wanted Linux binaries, I might as well run Linux ;)
But seriously, Linux binary emulation is not perfect, and requires using Linux binary emulated plugins (at least, for Mozilla and Netscape). I'd rather use the native ports whenever possible.
I'm also a big fan of the ports collection, from the package management perspective, so I hope to see it there, where I can fiddle with config options, etc...
Lastly, if this browser really is nice and slim, I'd love to see it in an embedded FreeBSD implementation -- don't want any extra overhead, including Linux binary support.
When will there be a FreeBSD port?
Not being a NetBSD user, (but a BSD lover nonetheless) I'm not completely clear on this, but will this solve your disaster scenario?:
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/rescue, rather than overloading /bin and /sbin for that purpose.
/rescue still statically linked?
... from article
Specific rescue tools are provided in
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Are utilities in
Huh ... Google's cache of their own site is pretty out of date:
Over 1 month old!
Simple man-in-the-middle attack, so to speak. Capture your 2D token, relay it on on your behalf......
Unfortunately, changing this type of service to opt-in would render the service completely useless. Very few students would both registering for the service, unless it was absolutely necessary. Being a recently graduated student, now working in a University IT department, I have seen the student apathy levels from both sides. If purely voluntary opt-in, only a small percent would bother.
However, I agree with Opt-In policies for all identity information repositories. So the real question becomes -- should this service be offered at all? DO most students want their information shared? DO they understand the risks? Should they? Should such repositories allow only authenticated access, no public access?
Thoughts?
Maybe we should all Tarpit our networks, and implement a port level equivalent for Kazaa, Gnutella, etc ports.? This would really tie up their system.....
Or, print to PS and use a ps2pdf converter.... then it is free!
beat ya' to it! (see below)
monorail, Monorail, MONORAIL!!!
well, maglev doesn't have the same ring to it.
Each eye is a 2D receptor, but the use of two 2D receptors allows the extrapolation of 3D data. Although the eye cannot do 3D, your brain can. And we (as humans) do not receive "raw data" from our eyes, but rather our brains' interpretation of that data.
Well, on the surface I agree with you, but there are ways to write the code such that cheating is impossible, such as server-centric data, or at least server-side bounds checking (hey -- that sprite shouldn't be able to jump that high!). I think we really need to foucs on better coding strategies. Actually, I feel that this applies to software engineering as a whole -- we need to rethink the existing paradigms, and build new ones from scratch, based on what we now know!
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Are you sure this is this case? My understanding was that the "Sims" code was left alone, but Wine was modified (hence WineX) to support specifically those functions necessary for The Sims, as well as certain other specific games...
I work for a University, in an IT department. Actually, given your location, I s'pose it's relevant that I work for the University of Connecticut. I strongly recommend higher-ed for IT opportunities. They are great environments to work in, offer great benefits, and most will pay for any classes you wish to take.
But most relevant for this topic -- unlike corporations, educational institutions are more likely to give someone an opportunity to grow.
So, check out the HR websites, see if there is something you are interested in, and get that resume in! Hope that helps!
I've never seen THE Unix Humor archive, but here is a link:
http://www.geek-girl.com/unix.html
Scroll to the bottom - there is a unix humor section. Hope that helps!
Learn ANSI C. Write once, run anywhere (with a good makefile). :)
I hate to disagree, but the MIS program does not prepare you for coding solutions, like an accounting system. Most undergrad courses teach COBOL, VB, and /possibly/ VC++ in small snippets - editing/modifying simple parts of code, the Microshaft way. Make this form bigger, make more cells in this drop down box. Change the text, etc. Change the way these numbers are calculated. Enough to /maybe/ become familiar with the Programming IDE, and maybe some syntax, but not much more. Those MIS that are /very/ good are those that have some taken some algorithms classes, networking classes, and others which can be very difficult to learn on your own. I'm not saying that MIS majors are /not/ capable of coding, just pointing out that the undergrad program does not prepare them for software engineering of any type.
-forsetti