Devices could include sensors that swim inside arteries, detecting the build up of harmful plaque and delivering medications. Other sensors could perhaps detect and destroy cancer cells inside the body.
I didn't RTFA- [I don't read any articles that require me to log in first]...
You don't need to login if you're using FF. Just go to Tools->RefControl Options and set "http://www.google.com" as the referrer for the site "nytimes.com" and probably any other similar site. Or just set google up as the default. This gets you to their site without login required as they enable Google so that searches can get their data.
It's not just about speed, though. Your 5-year-old PC may not be affected by a virus, but assuming that an infected computer runs about the same speed as an unaffected computer with full AV protection, at least the unaffected computer isn't spamming a bazillion people and giving out the user's identity for theft crimes. What's more important to you, running your computer faster or making sure your identity isn't stolen? I'm not saying that all malware is a root cause of identity theft, but if people believe it, then running the AV software will be worth the slow-down.
I have a nidan, as do many of my geek friends. While I couldn't guarantee success against a random Joe in the street, I doubt the veracity of your statement. On the other hand, you're a moron who doesn't capitalize sentences correctly, so what the fuck do you know?
You conveniently forget the lawyer fees, or do you think that average Joe is capable of writing up a patent application that will be accepted?
Actually, yes. A provisional patent is quite easy to file. I'd consider myself an average Joe regarding patents and I successful filed 8 provisional applications. Maybe I'm a little above average, but honestly, I'd say almost anyone can file it.
It's after the provisional that it gets hard. Legally speaking you don't need an attorney, but in practice (IME) it's not really possible to successfully prosecute a patent application without one. The company I was working for allocated zero funds for patent attorneys and I tried and failed to convert the provisional applications. I guess they show inventorship to a degree, but IANAL and therefore I have no idea what legal standing they provide to my (former) employer.
Some of you are missing the point. It's all about perception, not a usable desktop. If the user thinks or feels like his computer boots up in 10 seconds, then he's happier. Happier customers tends to mean more $. But, yeah, I'd like to know what exactly is available to do after 10 seconds. For example, how much longer to launch a browser and see the latest feed on/.?
Well, I daresay it will even more so restrict the number of women attending the bar. As if having a sports bar isn't bad enough, making some part of it isolated to video games will make the problem (lack of female attendance) much worse. Imagine if a rear section were dedicated to...*gasp*...RPGs!
Sarcasm aside, I'm sure this project is really cool and stuff, but the cynic in me thinks otherwise.
Same here. Why do I get the feeling that my name, address, and birth-date will be stored in this DB and all spammers will have easy and immediate access to it? More importantly, what's to keep them from doing that?
Well, yeah, I do think it's kind of like asking the public. It invites reaction and criticism from the public and media. From what I understand, the policy isn't in effect yet, is it? Thus, the UK PM may or may not go through with it. Even just informing people about it before acting on it is significantly different than what China would likely do.
Can we mod down TFA as trolling? While I don't disagree with certain sentiments about several communist regimes, I don't think the analogy particularly has a place here. The main difference, of course, as that the UK PM is discussing the action before just plain doing it without informing the public.
So, to install the rootkit, you also need to exploit a bug in the user. Where do I file the bug report?
Well, the bug is that the on-screen prompt occurred at all. That's the part needs to be stopped. Surely, no one would consciously run the rootkit, but I can see the case where the prompt accidentally gets clicked if it pops up during another high-click-count application.
What Second Amendment cases has the ACLU intervened in? I'm curious.
There aren't many, I'm sure, but here's one from a while ago.
Read the Constitution carefully. "Right" applies to individuals, "Power" applies to governments.
That's a non sequitur. The argument regarding the ACLU isn't about governments, it's about groups of individuals vs. individuals. The ACLU mission is for individuals, not groups or families. While I suppose they may at times step beyond that, they have chosen not to do so for the 2nd amendment except for some rare cases. The unfortunate side effect of this is that many people therefore view the ACLU as "against the 2nd Amendment" (which they are not) or "left-wing liberals" (which they are not). To the best of my knowledge, they do not advocate in any direction regarding gun ownership regulations and do not fight the NRA or similar organizations.
I welcome constructive criticism on this because maybe I'm just wrong cannot understand the stances and maybe I have missed some background on the ACLU.
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Devices could include sensors that swim inside arteries, detecting the build up of harmful plaque and delivering medications. Other sensors could perhaps detect and destroy cancer cells inside the body.
The best thing about Yahoo was Launch.
Yahoo Launch? I never heard of it. Oh, wait, that's your point, isn't it? ;-)
You left out the step where you install the RefControl Add-on.
Thanks, it's been so long I forgot that wasn't a standard Add-on. That, ad-block, and no-script should all be standard by now!
I didn't RTFA- [I don't read any articles that require me to log in first] ...
You don't need to login if you're using FF. Just go to Tools->RefControl Options and set "http://www.google.com" as the referrer for the site "nytimes.com" and probably any other similar site. Or just set google up as the default. This gets you to their site without login required as they enable Google so that searches can get their data.
Maybe you should spend it practicing spelling.
Maybe you should spend it realizing that this is a global board. In the UK they spell it with an 's.'
All your DNS are belong to us.
When they're done in Siberia, those scientist should go for a dip in Loch Ness.
It's not just about speed, though. Your 5-year-old PC may not be affected by a virus, but assuming that an infected computer runs about the same speed as an unaffected computer with full AV protection, at least the unaffected computer isn't spamming a bazillion people and giving out the user's identity for theft crimes. What's more important to you, running your computer faster or making sure your identity isn't stolen? I'm not saying that all malware is a root cause of identity theft, but if people believe it, then running the AV software will be worth the slow-down.
I have a nidan, as do many of my geek friends. While I couldn't guarantee success against a random Joe in the street, I doubt the veracity of your statement. On the other hand, you're a moron who doesn't capitalize sentences correctly, so what the fuck do you know?
Yeah, but let's hope it's not analogous to the AMC Pacer.
In other words, you failed to obtain eight patents out of eight. Clearly the patent system works well for the little man.
It definitely doesn't, except for the provisional. I thought I was clear on making that point, but I guess not.
You conveniently forget the lawyer fees, or do you think that average Joe is capable of writing up a patent application that will be accepted?
Actually, yes. A provisional patent is quite easy to file. I'd consider myself an average Joe regarding patents and I successful filed 8 provisional applications. Maybe I'm a little above average, but honestly, I'd say almost anyone can file it.
It's after the provisional that it gets hard. Legally speaking you don't need an attorney, but in practice (IME) it's not really possible to successfully prosecute a patent application without one. The company I was working for allocated zero funds for patent attorneys and I tried and failed to convert the provisional applications. I guess they show inventorship to a degree, but IANAL and therefore I have no idea what legal standing they provide to my (former) employer.
Some of you are missing the point. It's all about perception, not a usable desktop. If the user thinks or feels like his computer boots up in 10 seconds, then he's happier. Happier customers tends to mean more $. But, yeah, I'd like to know what exactly is available to do after 10 seconds. For example, how much longer to launch a browser and see the latest feed on /.?
...then I guess we are screwed.
If the /. user number indicates age, I guess I need to apply for a much lower number.
No typos. bonch needs to add some typos.
Another reason not to go to sports bars.
Well, I daresay it will even more so restrict the number of women attending the bar. As if having a sports bar isn't bad enough, making some part of it isolated to video games will make the problem (lack of female attendance) much worse. Imagine if a rear section were dedicated to...*gasp*...RPGs!
I can see them now..."Wtf? He patented how I arrange my fucking solar panels?"
Sarcasm aside, I'm sure this project is really cool and stuff, but the cynic in me thinks otherwise.
Same here. Why do I get the feeling that my name, address, and birth-date will be stored in this DB and all spammers will have easy and immediate access to it? More importantly, what's to keep them from doing that?
Well, yeah, I do think it's kind of like asking the public. It invites reaction and criticism from the public and media. From what I understand, the policy isn't in effect yet, is it? Thus, the UK PM may or may not go through with it. Even just informing people about it before acting on it is significantly different than what China would likely do.
Can we mod down TFA as trolling? While I don't disagree with certain sentiments about several communist regimes, I don't think the analogy particularly has a place here. The main difference, of course, as that the UK PM is discussing the action before just plain doing it without informing the public.
This technology could have applications to industrial inspection, dermatology, and even forensic ballistics.
And, don't forget counterfeiting.
So, to install the rootkit, you also need to exploit a bug in the user. Where do I file the bug report?
Well, the bug is that the on-screen prompt occurred at all. That's the part needs to be stopped. Surely, no one would consciously run the rootkit, but I can see the case where the prompt accidentally gets clicked if it pops up during another high-click-count application.
... Now, start shooting the patent trolls.
Shooting is insufficient, you have to burn the regenerating motherfuckers.
Erm... whose economy are we taking about here?
It doesn't matter. If they delude you the reader into thinking the economy is recovering, then maybe you'll click the Shop link and, you know, shop.
What Second Amendment cases has the ACLU intervened in? I'm curious.
There aren't many, I'm sure, but here's one from a while ago.
Read the Constitution carefully. "Right" applies to individuals, "Power" applies to governments.
That's a non sequitur. The argument regarding the ACLU isn't about governments, it's about groups of individuals vs. individuals. The ACLU mission is for individuals, not groups or families. While I suppose they may at times step beyond that, they have chosen not to do so for the 2nd amendment except for some rare cases. The unfortunate side effect of this is that many people therefore view the ACLU as "against the 2nd Amendment" (which they are not) or "left-wing liberals" (which they are not). To the best of my knowledge, they do not advocate in any direction regarding gun ownership regulations and do not fight the NRA or similar organizations.
I welcome constructive criticism on this because maybe I'm just wrong cannot understand the stances and maybe I have missed some background on the ACLU.