9 times out of 10 when the public uses the word "theory" they really mean "hypothesis". Should that stop scientists from using the word "theory" correctly? Should that stop us from educating people about the real definition of the word "theory"? Should scientists have to change their language every time the public warps it beyond recognition?
Look at the damage the misunderstanding of the word "theory" has done in the context of the "theory of evolution". It's just a theory, right?
Words mean whatever it's more useful for them to mean. "begs the question" is much more useful as a type of fallacy than as a synonym for "raises the question".
The grandparent's assertion requires the acceptance of the definition of "begging" as dodging or avoiding rather than the current universally accepted dictionary definition.
"begging" in this context does not mean "dodging". "begging the question" means that you are being asked to accept a postulate for the sake of argument, and that postulate is equivalent to the question being debated. You are metaphorically being asked for something, which is the dictionary definition of begging.
Anyone who says "eh, language evolves" when "begs the question" is misused should consider how they'd react when someone points to their monitor and says "computer" or points to their tower and says "CPU". If enough people use "computer" to mean "monitor", then that's what it really means right?
You are, however, ignoring one problem on the other end. Copyright infringement is so cheap that it's not easy for publishers to compete, even if they were to price it "fairly".
So, don't compete then. We don't need textbook publishers anymore.
the Jasper revision that came out about a year ago all but eliminated the red ring issue.
I'm not sure I believe that. I've certainly heard a few of complaints about RROD on Jasper consoles. Of course, the people with problems are going to be the loudest, so it's hard to say. If they're still using lead free solder, I'm still skeptical that these things are going to be useful more than a couple years out.
What assurances can we have that this new slim 360 isn't going to be subject to the same quality problems the original 360 had? If I buy now, can I reasonably expect my 360 to be functioning in 5 years? 10?
Consider getting a UHF amp for her. I got one for my basement, and now it gets better reception than my living room. I'm pretty sure this is the one I have. It was a lot more than that when I bought it, I should buy another one for my living room.
Yes, this could have happened to closed source software. It's harder to patch a binary to add malicious code, but not impossible.
The real problem is that UnrealIRCd isn't open source enough. If they complied with DFSG guidelines, they'd be in Apt, and we'd have signed packages without them having to do anything. That would have stopped this attack dead.
In free and democratic societies, an individual deciding on his or her own to leak classified information is a subversion of that very democratic process.
That's assuming we live in a free and democratic society. That's far from the case.
I.e., if, in a free and democratic society, you really believe that a piece of classified information should be released, and you're going to unilaterally decide to do release it because of your own personal beliefs or convictions, you should be willing to pay your society's consequences for it.
Why? If it turns out that the material was wrongly classified (remember, it's illegal to classify things merely because they're embarassing), shouldn't we be thankful?
There are well-known and established processes that govern classification.
When those processes have obviously failed, it's our duty to stand up and correct them.
All we know right now is that the name of an active serving CIA asset was revealed to the public, with the result of "adhering to their Enemies, giving them Aid and Comfort."
Specifically which enemy was "adhered" to or given "aid or comfort" in any way?
That would actually solve the problem. The people who can't afford to buy a laptop for their kids are the same people who would not pay a lot of property taxes.
Depends on whether you want your kid to get computer education, or merely training. To illustrate the difference, would you want your kid to get sex education or sex training? The important thing is to present the theory and introduce practical concerns, not hold their hand through every step. They can figure out how to actually do it on their own.
8-bit PCs have CPUs, RAM, storage, displays, etc, just like a modern computer. Removing all those layers puts you right next to the metal, where you have to know what you're doing or you won't get anything done. Sure, you can crank out an Excel-monkey who doesn't know the difference between memory and a hard disk, but why would you want to?
Hopefully they'll rerelease Shenmue. Then, hopefully it will sell really really well. Then, hopefully Sega will see that there's still life in the property and complete Shenmue 3. Then, hopefully they'll get Yu Suzuki to come back to work on it.
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9 times out of 10 when the public uses the word "theory" they really mean "hypothesis". Should that stop scientists from using the word "theory" correctly? Should that stop us from educating people about the real definition of the word "theory"? Should scientists have to change their language every time the public warps it beyond recognition?
Look at the damage the misunderstanding of the word "theory" has done in the context of the "theory of evolution". It's just a theory, right?
Words mean whatever it's more useful for them to mean. "begs the question" is much more useful as a type of fallacy than as a synonym for "raises the question".
The grandparent's assertion requires the acceptance of the definition of "begging" as dodging or avoiding rather than the current universally accepted dictionary definition.
"begging" in this context does not mean "dodging". "begging the question" means that you are being asked to accept a postulate for the sake of argument, and that postulate is equivalent to the question being debated. You are metaphorically being asked for something, which is the dictionary definition of begging.
Anyone who says "eh, language evolves" when "begs the question" is misused should consider how they'd react when someone points to their monitor and says "computer" or points to their tower and says "CPU". If enough people use "computer" to mean "monitor", then that's what it really means right?
B depends on who you ask. and D) they shared their script with unnamed other parties before the hole was closed.
No, it's entirely conceivable that inertial mass may only differ from gravitation mass by a limited amount. For instance contrast:
may differ by an arbitrary amount
with:
may differ by a factor of 10
No, that's Tuvok.
You are, however, ignoring one problem on the other end. Copyright infringement is so cheap that it's not easy for publishers to compete, even if they were to price it "fairly".
So, don't compete then. We don't need textbook publishers anymore.
512M should be enough for anybody.
the Jasper revision that came out about a year ago all but eliminated the red ring issue.
I'm not sure I believe that. I've certainly heard a few of complaints about RROD on Jasper consoles. Of course, the people with problems are going to be the loudest, so it's hard to say. If they're still using lead free solder, I'm still skeptical that these things are going to be useful more than a couple years out.
What assurances can we have that this new slim 360 isn't going to be subject to the same quality problems the original 360 had? If I buy now, can I reasonably expect my 360 to be functioning in 5 years? 10?
Aren't these high powered lasers illegal in the US? I thought the maximum power laser you could buy in the US was 5mW.
Yes. Please build a nuclear power plant in my backyard.
Depends on what a "real C64" user is. There are plenty of folks who still use their C64s for games, and a few who still compose music for the SID.
But, you're right. The composite jack isn't going anywhere any time soon (though it seems to be getting harder to find s-video).
Consider getting a UHF amp for her. I got one for my basement, and now it gets better reception than my living room. I'm pretty sure this is the one I have. It was a lot more than that when I bought it, I should buy another one for my living room.
You'll want to make or buy a better antenna too.
a regular definition WEGA is just fine compared to a cheap LCD
Especially if you like older video games. Virtua Cop on the Saturn is incredible on a 32" WEGA.
Like the Sega Activator?
That salesman paid for your friend's visit.
Yes, this could have happened to closed source software. It's harder to patch a binary to add malicious code, but not impossible.
The real problem is that UnrealIRCd isn't open source enough. If they complied with DFSG guidelines, they'd be in Apt, and we'd have signed packages without them having to do anything. That would have stopped this attack dead.
That's why it's important to have GPG signed packages from your distribution. It's a shame Unreal isn't available through Debian.
In free and democratic societies, an individual deciding on his or her own to leak classified information is a subversion of that very democratic process.
That's assuming we live in a free and democratic society. That's far from the case.
I.e., if, in a free and democratic society, you really believe that a piece of classified information should be released, and you're going to unilaterally decide to do release it because of your own personal beliefs or convictions, you should be willing to pay your society's consequences for it.
Why? If it turns out that the material was wrongly classified (remember, it's illegal to classify things merely because they're embarassing), shouldn't we be thankful?
There are well-known and established processes that govern classification.
When those processes have obviously failed, it's our duty to stand up and correct them.
All we know right now is that the name of an active serving CIA asset was revealed to the public, with the result of "adhering to their Enemies, giving them Aid and Comfort."
Specifically which enemy was "adhered" to or given "aid or comfort" in any way?
That would actually solve the problem. The people who can't afford to buy a laptop for their kids are the same people who would not pay a lot of property taxes.
Depends on whether you want your kid to get computer education, or merely training. To illustrate the difference, would you want your kid to get sex education or sex training? The important thing is to present the theory and introduce practical concerns, not hold their hand through every step. They can figure out how to actually do it on their own.
8-bit PCs have CPUs, RAM, storage, displays, etc, just like a modern computer. Removing all those layers puts you right next to the metal, where you have to know what you're doing or you won't get anything done. Sure, you can crank out an Excel-monkey who doesn't know the difference between memory and a hard disk, but why would you want to?
If you haven't noticed, things are falling apart. If obeying the Constitution is so unworkable, why bother having one?
Hopefully they'll rerelease Shenmue. Then, hopefully it will sell really really well. Then, hopefully Sega will see that there's still life in the property and complete Shenmue 3. Then, hopefully they'll get Yu Suzuki to come back to work on it.
And while I'm hoping, I'd like a pony.
I love the Dreamcast as much as anyone, and I couldn't care less about this. Why? I still have mine.
I wish Sega would focus on putting out new games that are as good as the ones they made for the Dreamcast.