If the patent is denied, you still get to keep your invention secret. If they published your application, then all your competitors would then have a nice detailed roadmap on how to make your invention. There is a serious downside to making all patent applications public.
Not true at all.. My reply envelopes from several organizations have a suggestion to affix a stamp to them, to save the organization money, instead of not using a stamp and having the organization pay the postage when they recieve the envelope. Why would they do this if it didn't change what they paid?
No state shall, without the consent of Congress, lay any duty of tonnage, keep troops, or ships of war in time of peace, enter into any agreement or compact with another state, or with a foreign power, or engage in war, unless actually invaded, or in such imminent danger as will not admit of delay.
Your 'Moron Factor' idea is flawed. If a large
percentage of the population are morons, then you DAMN sure don't want them at the helm of a huge government with lots of power.
Correct. Also, the FCC's definition of 'cellular telephone' only includes phones than transmit on the original cellular frequencies of 800mhz.
Newer 1900mhz phones are not covered by this regulation. (however an airline can still require that you not use them.) I'm a private pilot, and have used my 1900mhz PCS phone on a few occasions from the air in a Cessna 172. I've found it can be difficult to get a good signal however.
Patents are secret in the US until they are issued. This allows the inventor to keep the design secret if the patent isn't issued. Otherwise, if the patent wasn't granted, you've just given all your competitors a blueprint of your invention, and they would be free to use it to design their own products.
I think the $350 was the suggested retail price. Often stores will usually sell the product below this price, so I'm guessing that the final common price will be more like $299.
I am going to Hakodate, Hokkido, Japan this summer and was wondering about Internet access too. I've tried searching the web for ISPs, and haven't been able to come up with much. The closest I've come to a solution is maybe signing up for IBM/AT&T Global Internet access, and making a long distance call into Sapporo. However, I'd really prefer a provider with a local number in Hakodate if possible. Does anyone have any recommendations? Thanks.
These people have been taking pre-orders for MONTHS now. I believe they said it was going to be coming out in Feburary. Now the site just says 'Coming Soon'. It's starting to sound more and more like Vapour-Ware. I'd like to know if there are any MP3 CD players out that you can buy TODAY?
Anyone remember a cool little utility that would download some info out of tradewars and map out the Tradewars universe? It would help you discover tunnels for putting your bases in, etc. I can't remember the name of it though.. arg.
Actually, historically most monopolys have only come into existance when the government gave them the exclusive rights to provide a service. Ie.. local cable companys, local phone service, etc.. Only recently have these areas been opened up by the government to competitors. The free market is the best solution.
I'm pretty sure all the online brokerages also offer 1-800 numbers where you can place trades when you are away from the Internet. I know E*TRADE does.
While space exploration sounds like a good idea, there are plenty of areas of Earth that haven't been explored yet. I've heard we know more about space than the Earth's oceans. Exploring the oceans most likely would be cheaper and yield more bang for the buck than NASAs current Mars programs.
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There is no federal parole.
You've just described SET.
If the patent is denied, you still get to keep your invention secret. If they published your application, then all your competitors would then have a nice detailed roadmap on how to make your invention. There is a serious downside to making all patent applications public.
Not true at all.. My reply envelopes from several organizations have a suggestion to affix a stamp to them, to save the organization money, instead of not using a stamp and having the organization pay the postage when they recieve the envelope. Why would they do this if it didn't change what they paid?
US Constitution, Article I, Section 10:
No state shall, without the consent of Congress, lay any duty of tonnage, keep troops, or ships of war in time of peace, enter into any agreement or compact with another state, or with a foreign power, or engage in war, unless actually invaded, or in such imminent danger as will not admit of delay.
Looks like you're right.
>The governor's signature isn't even required to pass a bill into law!
Shh... the President's isn't either....
However, even small states get a minimum of 3 electoral votes.. This gives smaller states a voice they might not have in a direct popular vote.
>But what if the packs were controlled at a central location
Oh god... NO. I'd take my chances controlling my own pack, thank you sir.
Your 'Moron Factor' idea is flawed. If a large
percentage of the population are morons, then you DAMN sure don't want them at the helm of a huge government with lots of power.
Incorrect. The original AmEx is a CHARGE card.
A debit card withdraws money directly out of a checking account.
Anyways, American Express has offered normal credit cards for several years now, such as their Optima cards, and now the American Express Blue.
My Blue hasn't exploded on me yet, and I've been using it for almost a year now. I also have the card reader.
Could you provide more info on this?
>Where did the Constitution give Congress the power to come up with an Income tax?
Income Taxes: The 16th Amendment.
There is no amendment to allow the regulation of drug use.
Correct. Also, the FCC's definition of 'cellular telephone' only includes phones than transmit on the original cellular frequencies of 800mhz.
Newer 1900mhz phones are not covered by this regulation. (however an airline can still require that you not use them.) I'm a private pilot, and have used my 1900mhz PCS phone on a few occasions from the air in a Cessna 172. I've found it can be difficult to get a good signal however.
Microsoft's source code is a vital strategic resource??? :-)
Patents are secret in the US until they are issued. This allows the inventor to keep the design secret if the patent isn't issued. Otherwise, if the patent wasn't granted, you've just given all your competitors a blueprint of your invention, and they would be free to use it to design their own products.
I think the $350 was the suggested retail price. Often stores will usually sell the product below this price, so I'm guessing that the final common price will be more like $299.
I am going to Hakodate, Hokkido, Japan this summer and was wondering about Internet access too. I've tried searching the web for ISPs, and haven't been able to come up with much. The closest I've come to a solution is maybe signing up for IBM/AT&T Global Internet access, and making a long distance call into Sapporo. However, I'd really prefer a provider with a local number in Hakodate if possible. Does anyone have any recommendations? Thanks.
- is not allowed to be the last letter of a domain name by RFC convention.
These people have been taking pre-orders for MONTHS now. I believe they said it was going to be coming out in Feburary. Now the site just says 'Coming Soon'. It's starting to sound more and more like Vapour-Ware. I'd like to know if there are any MP3 CD players out that you can buy TODAY?
Anyone remember a cool little utility that would download some info out of tradewars and map out the Tradewars universe? It would help you discover tunnels for putting your bases in, etc.
I can't remember the name of it though.. arg.
Vextrex!!! I thought I had the only one. That really brings back old memories. I still have my machine somewhere.
The Visor simply lacks the Palm's FlashROM. The OS could still be upgraded via a software patch.
Actually, historically most monopolys have only come into existance when the government gave them the exclusive rights to provide a service. Ie.. local cable companys, local phone service, etc.. Only recently have these areas been opened up by the government to competitors. The free market is the best solution.
I'm pretty sure all the online brokerages also offer 1-800 numbers where you can place trades when you are away from the Internet. I know E*TRADE does.
While space exploration sounds like a good idea, there are plenty of areas of Earth that haven't been explored yet. I've heard we know more about space than the Earth's oceans. Exploring the oceans most likely would be cheaper and yield more bang for the buck than NASAs current Mars programs.