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  1. Self Driving Crash Test Dummies on Snowden Documents Show How Well NSA Codebreakers Can Pry · · Score: 1

    Didn't see this posted but what the hell. Would this be a good opportunity to push self driving cars forward? These DUIs need to get to work, we need real world testing of these steering wheel-free Google cars. Might save a few folks who made a mistake from falling into a hole they can't crawl out of. Morally superior types have their Scarlet Letter in the form of the Google Dorkmobiles. Cameras everywhere inside/out to make sure the system isn't gamed. I'm sure I've ludicrously simplified the issues, but think there is an opportunity here.

  2. Re: The day human beings become rational ... on Hollywood's Love of Analytics Couldn't Prevent Six Massive Blockbuster Flops · · Score: 0

    Why no Pulp Fiction? I am genuinely curious, as I see Resevoir Dogs on your list, but feel Pulp Fiction is the better film. Guess that's the torture you speak of from year 94 to 05.

  3. Re:The question is... on RIM Attracts 15,000 Apps For BlackBerry 10 In 2 Days · · Score: 0

    Doesn't the Apple store count a book as an "app"?

  4. Re:You don't on Ask Slashdot: How Can I Explain To a Coworker That He Writes Bad Code? · · Score: 1

    Just curious if you've spoken about Ken McElvain before on Slashdot, I seem to remember similar comments in a past about a "Ken" maybe it was you. While not a programmer myself, the success of my job depends upon good code. I have good vendors and bad ones. One is particularly good, and I wonder what his code looks like. I know that sounds idiotic, but looking at it wouldn't help me do my job better (can't code). I wonder if he's more like the mad genius, or actually puts in helpful comments. Maybe one day I'll have enough spare time to check it out. Thanks for the insight.

  5. Better Eating through Chemistry on Scientists Develop Chocolate That Won't Melt At High Temperatures · · Score: 2

    Pooping is overrated anyway.

  6. Re:And nothing of value was lost on Facebook Faces High-Level Staff Exodus · · Score: 1

    ...those mostly sound like made up bullshit job titles.

    Ugh, how depressing. That these *don't* sound like BS job titles to me. I've fully absorbed the corporate poison. Guess I'll just wait for them to liquefy me and feed me to the next "battery".

  7. Re:No or few cultivated forms of social engagement on Facebook Releases Instagram Clone, Two Months After Acquisition · · Score: 1

    Don't be so modest, your English is better than just about any American's I know. The only tip off to you being across the pond was "socialising" which I believe is spelled correctly for Europeans. Not sure about "demografic" though, it's demographic in the USA. Also we usually spell the "90ies" as 90's Otherwise, you've fully embarrassed my writing abilities, well done! :)

  8. You couldn't have waited... on Cybercriminals Exploit Björk's Biophilia App To Compromise Androids · · Score: 1

    until part 2 of TFA was available to post this? "Look, something scary! Tune in next week when we find out more..."

  9. Re:Big Brother? on Expect Mandatory 'Big Brother' Black Boxes In All New Cars From 2015 · · Score: 1

    having children is a privilege that should be revoked at the Government's whim.

    FTFY. Have you been stuck on a plane with some of these little monsters?

  10. Re:Hyperbole on Have Bad Cars Gone Extinct? · · Score: 1

    How the J.D. Power surveys are really done

    http://youtu.be/_DT84HQBHLM

  11. You mean there's hope for my 755p? on Golden Delicious Now Shipping Hackable Openmoko GTA04 · · Score: 1

    It was the only mobile form factor I enjoyed working with. I dropped it and smashed the screen the summer the Droidx came out. And though I've enjoyed the Droid, I hung on the 755p because... well,$1000 is a bit rich, but I'll be holding on to the shell a bit longer now.

  12. Re:Reviews on Retail Chains To Strike Back Against Online Vendors · · Score: 1

    At this point, the only reason for B&M stores to exist is for time critical situations when you can't wait a day or two to get your item off the internet.

    Indeed. Has anyone gone to staples and wandered over to their IT aisle? Jumpin Jehoshaphat! $35 for a USB hub!This is the realm of the Poorly Planned Trade Show.

  13. Re:After a lifetime of experiences ... on How Do You Store Your Personal Photos? · · Score: 1

    Very recently I was in the emergency room with chest pain, and had some time to uh, spend while waiting for test results. My smartphone is full of "captured images". They were a comfort and a welcome distraction from contemplating my immediate fate. While I certainly see your point, and actually began looking at them with a plan to clean them up, I was happy to view every poorly rendered image.

  14. Re:Of course.. they left out the original and best on 6 Smartphone Keyboards Compared · · Score: 1

    Agreed on the older Palms, I still have a 755p. Have you tried the Pre? The keyboard is a big step backward, IMO. And not to sound like an Ugly American, but can I would like to see this comparo done in the states.