So you are saying that my original statement regarding naivete and arrogance are unfounded? I had to define my terms because you neglected to talk to my original point and I had to assume you misunderstood. Call it nitpicking if you want.
And regarding attacking, we're in the same boat there.
And regarding your daddy? Come one, that's just plain funny:)
A single episode doesn't exactly fall into the category of "remake". As much as I enjoyed the parody, it was mocking the show as it was. I would like to see a re-interpretation of the material, which may very well serve to reinforce the stength of the original.
No, I am not a bitter TV addict. I am a columbian drug lord.
And they are supposed to be personally attacked because they express disinterest in the basic idea of a TV show?
Making a critical (take that as stemming from "critique", not "important", it is obvious you have trouble understanding these things) decision without information is arrogance. Feel free to look up the definition. I also used the word "naive" because TV is not about the premise of the story, but in the telling. Saying that "the premise [of The Prisoner] is kind of stale by todays standards" shows an ignorance to the fact that throughout the history of storytelling, basic premises have been reused over and over again.
This is how fanboys sink to new lows when they try to climb onto a high-horse.
You clearly could have those labels applied to you, so I understand and appreciate your knee jerk reaction. Do you do any critical thinking at all or do you watch shows like Survivor believing them to be unscripted? You feebly attempt to use loaded words and you mismatched your metaphor ineffectively. Do you still cry when you think about those times that daddy touched you? You're obviously channelling a lot of aggression since my original post merely chided someone for leaping to conclusions.
Next time, I'll use a 6th grade reading comprehension as my guide so my point is clear for readers like yourself.
And besides, the entire point of remaking the series in a modern context is entirely contrary to the point of the Prisoner: you remake it and you cheapen it, you make it become a fad or a brand rather than a unique point of history (let's face it, the second episode makes a reference to the fact man hadn't landed on the moon yet!). If you want to preserve the legacy, make your own drama rather than ruining another.
I think it is perfectly valid to remake the series in a current conext though. The beauty of the original show was the context in which it was created. I would be extremely happy with a remake if they took the premise and started over completely. It would be a shame to redo with the same script.
The different approaches someone from the 21st century would take is completely interesting. The way that Battlestar tips a cap to the original and completely makes a new story is a good way to do this. The cultural climate is different, let's see a new take on the same story.. doesn't that allow you to be more critical of current society?
Except that Dell farms out all the work to local companies and I tend to only use them when I need new parts as they are not going to help me with anything deep (requires the Tier III guys)(almost all my clients use Dell desktops, laptops, and servers).. For the laptops it is generally cheaper in the long run to skip long term service agreements and just buy a new laptop when they break.
Which brings us back to Apple.. I run a two year old powerbook. You wouldn't know it to look at it. However, these dell laptops need to be replaced every 2 years because they are so beat up... hinges are loose, plastic is all scratched, etc.
BTW, what's your procedure for removing ATC (All That Crud) that comes with laptops (trial versions of everything popping up in the lower right corner)? Simply use a corporate image?
While OS X does tend to be a very stable and reliable system, it also occasionally "goes weird" and requires some under the hood tinkering to fix. It's easy for computer savvy users to manage, but when it wanks it can be just as confusing to average users as Windows.
No doubt this statement applied to all computers. I happen to live near an Apple store, and it is well worth it to have this resource. Plus, even things like sending laptops in to the manufacturer is a pain.. With an Apple store, you just hand it to them.
There just isn't a Microsoft store or a dell store, the Gateway stores went away. I think this is a facet of the vertical market that Apple really hit a home run with.
Stop cherry picking replies. The basic complaints against ID are these:
A) It isn't science, and shouldn't be taught in the science classroom.
B) It "explains" nothing.
C) It is logically inconsistent. Irreducible complexity does not create the ID "god". So, suddenly there is a meta-god, who would need a meta-god, and before you know it, it turtles all the way down.
No, not best big thing.. very 30 years ago. Though the visual of a helicopter with blades going at 10hz was pretty enjoyable, just before it crashes. ButtKicker is the next big thing, heck of a lot cheaper.
Of course you don't keep one-time pads on a computer. They are printed out by the bank and you keep them in your wallet. Second factor is a password, of course.. If you lose your pad, you go get another one. I think you oversimplified since a one time pad implies a second channel..
[hmmm, duh]
In the course of writing this and enjoying my little rant, I came to understand what you mean. I'll leave my first paragraph in place for other's to see how that doesn't solve the problem of a MITM hijacking a connection if everything is authenticated through the connection.
Seriously, I think the patent at the time was pretty fair. I also think that the whole point of a patent is to reward innovation, meaning to give the inventor a head start and getting an invention implemented before everyone copies it.
Freedom wireless has not done this in 10 years.. why should their patent continue to exist? Is part of the poker game just to stifle other's innovation?
Re:IP will give these no advantage at all.
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Oy vay. That's the kind of out of the box thinking that will get you fired, johnson:)
"You have got to hear these great new speakers I got.. ok, they'll be ready in 10 minutes.. which one song would you like to hear?"
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Clearly a maximum of 16.8 watts isn't enough to power speakers that have a 200 watt power supply. Why would you make that suggestion, especially with that arrogant attitude?
You don't get it, there appears to be a gap in the fossil record, because there are no bones for a 75,000 year period a million years ago. Obviously, evolution can't work, Intelligent design must be taught in schools.
To answer your question, because these people are morons. You are obviously browsing the wrong site with that attitude of careful analysis.
You're suggesting what, that the fight should be taken to IRC? How else can you be except reactive? You cannot anticipate all attacks, but you sure as heck can implement a "once bitten twice shy" methodology.
Seriously, why are you complaining about watching packets to look for anomolies? What is your take?
This is precisely why armies wear uniforms, so the individual can have some measure of confidence of who the enemy is and personal accountability is minimized.
I just wish you had gone more along the lines of "The Last Starfighter" instead... your opening paragraph gave me hope. . .
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no no, what are you thinking? The pencil eraser thing totally exists...
And regarding attacking, we're in the same boat there.
And regarding your daddy? Come one, that's just plain funny :)
A single episode doesn't exactly fall into the category of "remake". As much as I enjoyed the parody, it was mocking the show as it was. I would like to see a re-interpretation of the material, which may very well serve to reinforce the stength of the original.
Next time, I'll use a 6th grade reading comprehension as my guide so my point is clear for readers like yourself.
The different approaches someone from the 21st century would take is completely interesting. The way that Battlestar tips a cap to the original and completely makes a new story is a good way to do this. The cultural climate is different, let's see a new take on the same story.. doesn't that allow you to be more critical of current society?
I call misleading URL!!!! BASTARD!
I prefer alphabetical.
And Captain Kirk could fucking kick Jean-Luc Picard's ASS!
Dr. Nick: Inflammable means flammable? What a country!
Which brings us back to Apple.. I run a two year old powerbook. You wouldn't know it to look at it. However, these dell laptops need to be replaced every 2 years because they are so beat up... hinges are loose, plastic is all scratched, etc.
BTW, what's your procedure for removing ATC (All That Crud) that comes with laptops (trial versions of everything popping up in the lower right corner)? Simply use a corporate image?
No system is perfect, and I'm not sure why you'd want all three running linux, but I'm sure you have your reasons, and I'm happy you have the option.
There just isn't a Microsoft store or a dell store, the Gateway stores went away. I think this is a facet of the vertical market that Apple really hit a home run with.
A) It isn't science, and shouldn't be taught in the science classroom.
B) It "explains" nothing.
C) It is logically inconsistent. Irreducible complexity does not create the ID "god". So, suddenly there is a meta-god, who would need a meta-god, and before you know it, it turtles all the way down.
You aren't the Flying Spaghetti Monster by any chance, are you?
No, not best big thing.. very 30 years ago. Though the visual of a helicopter with blades going at 10hz was pretty enjoyable, just before it crashes. ButtKicker is the next big thing, heck of a lot cheaper.
They certainly know now. And they probably already knew.
You'll need to pay $375.00 for the PDF with any details.
[hmmm, duh]
In the course of writing this and enjoying my little rant, I came to understand what you mean. I'll leave my first paragraph in place for other's to see how that doesn't solve the problem of a MITM hijacking a connection if everything is authenticated through the connection.
Thank you, sir... one learns something everyday.
Freedom wireless has not done this in 10 years.. why should their patent continue to exist? Is part of the poker game just to stifle other's innovation?
Oy vay. That's the kind of out of the box thinking that will get you fired, johnson :)
"You have got to hear these great new speakers I got.. ok, they'll be ready in 10 minutes.. which one song would you like to hear?"
Clearly a maximum of 16.8 watts isn't enough to power speakers that have a 200 watt power supply. Why would you make that suggestion, especially with that arrogant attitude?
To answer your question, because these people are morons. You are obviously browsing the wrong site with that attitude of careful analysis.
Seriously, why are you complaining about watching packets to look for anomolies? What is your take?
I just wish you had gone more along the lines of "The Last Starfighter" instead... your opening paragraph gave me hope. . .