I second this. I have had two brother printers (one at home and one at the office) and they have lasted 8+ years and show no signs of slowing down. They are great for low end printing, which is probably all you need in a SOHO. I would recommend one with a network port and probably a scanner function as well, so the MFC7360 is probably a good candidate.
Also, to get around the fanboy reviews, throw out the 5 and 1 star reviews on sites like amazon and they tend to be pretty accurate.
I had this problem too, then I found that they updated the PS3 app for prime and that is really nice now. It's as easy to use as netflix and I was forced to figure it out once Netflix lost Dora, Diego, and Wonderpets.
Or Dell, like any other company, is trying to make a profit and sees an opportunity to get some additional markup. You could also speculate that if they make the Ubuntu boxes cheaper, more people would buy them not knowing what Ubuntu is. Then when they try and install their copy of The Sims they will call Dell and complain. This raises their support costs for the computers and thus has to be included in the base sale price.
The data being collected has very little impact on real world results. If there is no cost, then people will simply click the 3 cent link when they remember to do so. Since it has no impact on their finances they won't think twice about it.
Think about gaming sites that give you free unlimited chips to play poker with. People bet the max every hand no matter if they have 2-7 off suit or pair of aces. This completely destroys any comparisons to a real money game.
I see touch screen computers all the time at best buy, so the PC manufacturers are definitely making them. The problem is, they don't market them very well. All of the PCs and laptops are lined up in a row and you could walk right by one and not know it is a touch screen.
I think Microsoft is trying to create a market of PCs that act like tablets, when that market doesn't really exist. If people wanted touch screens, they could get them today. Most users either want a tablet or a traditional computer. The users who want both usually want them as separate devices.
Microsoft screwed the pooch on this one and it will probably mean the end for Ballmer. Hopefully the next OS corrects the issues and slashdot can find something else M$ to bash.
I know Oakland University used to offer the same class as either a masters level (5xx class) or a undergrad level (4xx class). The expectations for the masters level students are higher, but the lectures are the same. Since they cater their masters classes to working professionals all of the classes were 6pm or later starts.
I agree completely with you. I understand Microsoft's desire was that designers could use blend and developers could use VS to get things done, but most developers end up using blend more than the designers to tweak things or to develop interfaces when the designers just give them a photoshop rendering to use as a basis. And in the cases of small companies the developer is the designer, developer, tester and deployer, so they end up having to switch between all sorts of tools.
Remember the ADA when coming up with your solution. If you use CAPTCHAs, make sure you provide one that has both audio and video. If you are using image links, make sure you support screen readers with the alt tag.
If people are posting documents make sure they are in an open format. Many municipalities use MS Office and will just post docx or xlsx files without thinking about it. I
I mean, every version control system I've used in the past ten years has been free
Cost is not always measured solely in software costs. You typically need servers to support the software and last time I checked they cost money. Also, employee time is not free for setup of the repository, for training and for documentation of the process.
I love SVN for version control, but it is never free. It's just less expensive than other software alternatives.
Apparently there is a bug in Safari for IO6 that causes caching of POST requests, which is causing all sorts of web developers to scramble like crazy to implement cache busting in their apps.
There are so many integrations built on top of the Microsoft stack. Many users I know have 3-4 additional toolbars in Outlook and Excel that handle all sorts of different tasks. Some in excel will pull data automatically from the accounting system and massage the data to generate the report with a click of the button from a user. In outlook there are integrations with salesforce, CRM, and document management systems.
There are also a myriad of macro enabled spreadsheets that are constantly being updated and have been working just fine for a company for years. They are not going to take the time to try out a new office suite to see if they can save a relatively small sum of money. Most editions of MS Office for a user cost less than what they pay that typical office worker in a single 8 hour day.
I know Libre Office has made strides to be more compatible with the MS file formats, which is great. However, they will not be able to make much market penetration until they can offer 100% compatibility with all features of MS office. At the end of the day, people want things that just work. They have no ideology about free or open source software and most don't have any hatred towards Microsoft.
I think that is what was being implied by the summary. When I read it, I didn't assume that that was how PHPmyadmin came out of the box. They probably should have used better wording like "nd this application was configured to allow database access without a password", to ensure they got the correct point across.
Surely if you connect a keyboard to a tablet device you just destroyed the entire point of having a tablet. What you want is a lightweight laptop or netbook instead.
Not entirely. I find it beneficial to take notes on the tablet with a stylus for things that don't type out well (workflow diagrams, server layouts) but I like having the option of typing when I want to describe the diagram I just drew.
The thing I don't like about the Zagg keyboards is that they are just a tad too small. I understand that they are trying to fit the form factor of the iPad for creating a nice looking and natural feeling case. So I use the Zagg when I am on the go, but use a standard apple wireless keyboard when I am at my desk. I can't say I have completely switched over to the iPad for productivity apps, though, I prefer a much larger screen for my workspace.
Looking at the specs, does the 1GB RAM limitation have a negative impact on performance? I have also heard complaints on the responsiveness of the UI at times, is that still an issue?
If they are not replacing the screen, just the board, then I think they are wasting their time. Based on how awkward the FreeRunner is with regards to the shape and size of the screen (480x640), they will never be able to compete with any recent Android or iPhone model.
Since they stated it will be using the same case, they are really limiting how much they can do for the FreeRunner.
You could try this vibrating bracelet that will vibrate on incoming calls. I don't know if does anything for incoming emails, but it might be worth a shot for $30.
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I second this. I have had two brother printers (one at home and one at the office) and they have lasted 8+ years and show no signs of slowing down. They are great for low end printing, which is probably all you need in a SOHO. I would recommend one with a network port and probably a scanner function as well, so the MFC7360 is probably a good candidate.
Also, to get around the fanboy reviews, throw out the 5 and 1 star reviews on sites like amazon and they tend to be pretty accurate.
They already do:
http://www.cnn.com/2012/06/07/travel/window-aisle-seat-charge/
No, the PS3 has free streaming, in contrast to the Tivo. Sorry if that was unclear.
I had this problem too, then I found that they updated the PS3 app for prime and that is really nice now. It's as easy to use as netflix and I was forced to figure it out once Netflix lost Dora, Diego, and Wonderpets.
Someone did go on, and on, and on, on this topic. Interesting read that makes never want to go near PHP again:
http://me.veekun.com/blog/2012/04/09/php-a-fractal-of-bad-design/
Or Dell, like any other company, is trying to make a profit and sees an opportunity to get some additional markup. You could also speculate that if they make the Ubuntu boxes cheaper, more people would buy them not knowing what Ubuntu is. Then when they try and install their copy of The Sims they will call Dell and complain. This raises their support costs for the computers and thus has to be included in the base sale price.
The data being collected has very little impact on real world results. If there is no cost, then people will simply click the 3 cent link when they remember to do so. Since it has no impact on their finances they won't think twice about it.
Think about gaming sites that give you free unlimited chips to play poker with. People bet the max every hand no matter if they have 2-7 off suit or pair of aces. This completely destroys any comparisons to a real money game.
I see touch screen computers all the time at best buy, so the PC manufacturers are definitely making them. The problem is, they don't market them very well. All of the PCs and laptops are lined up in a row and you could walk right by one and not know it is a touch screen.
I think Microsoft is trying to create a market of PCs that act like tablets, when that market doesn't really exist. If people wanted touch screens, they could get them today. Most users either want a tablet or a traditional computer. The users who want both usually want them as separate devices.
Microsoft screwed the pooch on this one and it will probably mean the end for Ballmer. Hopefully the next OS corrects the issues and slashdot can find something else M$ to bash.
And god forbid you need a babysitter. A 2.5 - 3 hour movie plus dinner will run you another $50-$60
I know Oakland University used to offer the same class as either a masters level (5xx class) or a undergrad level (4xx class). The expectations for the masters level students are higher, but the lectures are the same. Since they cater their masters classes to working professionals all of the classes were 6pm or later starts.
I agree completely with you. I understand Microsoft's desire was that designers could use blend and developers could use VS to get things done, but most developers end up using blend more than the designers to tweak things or to develop interfaces when the designers just give them a photoshop rendering to use as a basis. And in the cases of small companies the developer is the designer, developer, tester and deployer, so they end up having to switch between all sorts of tools.
You could always get an old school headset and keep it at your desk.
Remember the ADA when coming up with your solution. If you use CAPTCHAs, make sure you provide one that has both audio and video. If you are using image links, make sure you support screen readers with the alt tag.
If people are posting documents make sure they are in an open format. Many municipalities use MS Office and will just post docx or xlsx files without thinking about it. I
I mean, every version control system I've used in the past ten years has been free
Cost is not always measured solely in software costs. You typically need servers to support the software and last time I checked they cost money. Also, employee time is not free for setup of the repository, for training and for documentation of the process.
I love SVN for version control, but it is never free. It's just less expensive than other software alternatives.
Apparently there is a bug in Safari for IO6 that causes caching of POST requests, which is causing all sorts of web developers to scramble like crazy to implement cache busting in their apps.
Thanks apple.
There are so many integrations built on top of the Microsoft stack. Many users I know have 3-4 additional toolbars in Outlook and Excel that handle all sorts of different tasks. Some in excel will pull data automatically from the accounting system and massage the data to generate the report with a click of the button from a user. In outlook there are integrations with salesforce, CRM, and document management systems.
There are also a myriad of macro enabled spreadsheets that are constantly being updated and have been working just fine for a company for years. They are not going to take the time to try out a new office suite to see if they can save a relatively small sum of money. Most editions of MS Office for a user cost less than what they pay that typical office worker in a single 8 hour day.
I know Libre Office has made strides to be more compatible with the MS file formats, which is great. However, they will not be able to make much market penetration until they can offer 100% compatibility with all features of MS office. At the end of the day, people want things that just work. They have no ideology about free or open source software and most don't have any hatred towards Microsoft.
That is nothing, this cable runs 2694.75.
not unless configured by a really clueless person
I think that is what was being implied by the summary. When I read it, I didn't assume that that was how PHPmyadmin came out of the box. They probably should have used better wording like "nd this application was configured to allow database access without a password", to ensure they got the correct point across.
Surely if you connect a keyboard to a tablet device you just destroyed the entire point of having a tablet. What you want is a lightweight laptop or netbook instead.
Not entirely. I find it beneficial to take notes on the tablet with a stylus for things that don't type out well (workflow diagrams, server layouts) but I like having the option of typing when I want to describe the diagram I just drew.
The thing I don't like about the Zagg keyboards is that they are just a tad too small. I understand that they are trying to fit the form factor of the iPad for creating a nice looking and natural feeling case. So I use the Zagg when I am on the go, but use a standard apple wireless keyboard when I am at my desk. I can't say I have completely switched over to the iPad for productivity apps, though, I prefer a much larger screen for my workspace.
I thought they fixed that in iOS 5. Or at the least, you can have it activated at the store and then all updates can be done over wifi/3g.
Looking at the specs, does the 1GB RAM limitation have a negative impact on performance? I have also heard complaints on the responsiveness of the UI at times, is that still an issue?
note to self research iPhone controlled bidet
Not quite an iphone, but one with a remote control
If they are not replacing the screen, just the board, then I think they are wasting their time. Based on how awkward the FreeRunner is with regards to the shape and size of the screen (480x640), they will never be able to compete with any recent Android or iPhone model.
Since they stated it will be using the same case, they are really limiting how much they can do for the FreeRunner.
You could try this vibrating bracelet that will vibrate on incoming calls. I don't know if does anything for incoming emails, but it might be worth a shot for $30.