THen I'm out of suggestions. I'm sitting here, staring at it working on two separate Macs, both running official Apple retail copies of Mac OS X. Well, the keymap thing is causing problems on this iBook, but it does run, it doesn't crash. I'm out of suggestions.
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I have the final version. I received it from Apple. XonX *DOES WORK*. The sourceforge page says it works, it works, it does work! One problem: on some portables it fails to pickup a keymap. Here's the key, don't type "startx," type "startx -- -quartz" in a Terminal.app window.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
And from all of that, the only correct response is number four. After all, it's what Free Software is all about. Or Open Source, whichever (RMS won't lynch me, he can't find me!). So, instead of complaining about Apple, why doesn't everyone run out and start hacking on GNUstep? Heck, Apple has even open sourced CoreFoundation, which is the C framework their new version of Cocoa (OpenStep) is based on.
Of course, I'm going to go work on my Mac OS X machine, but competition is good:)
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Um... no, that's not true. PPC and 68k are very, very, very different. M68k pretty much exemplifies the CISC concept, and the PPC was designed as a true RISC chip (though of course, it's now got more instructions than x86, thanks to AltiVec). They don't share much of anything. So, it really was a huge accomplishment to do the transition so smoothly. Do some research before you speak.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
The termination clause is not present in the later versions of the APSL, a fact that RMS conveniently ignores. The only objection that remains to the APSL 1.2 is the clause which states that all modifications must be released, even if they are not publically distributed. He says this interferes with privacy, and so he declares the license not Free.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Just thought I'd point out that Apple recently changed the APSL and removed or clarified the parts that people considered non-free. Of course, it still won't satisfy RMS (nothing but the GPL for that man), but it's about as good as it gets from the corporate world.
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I believe this is incorrect. The GPL says you can't use a more restrictive license, but the BSD license is less restrictive. I believe non-advertising-clause BSD license is considered compatible with the GPL, which alleviates your concerns here.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
You can compile Konq/Embedded to use with Qt/X11. I've seen screenshots of it over on dot.kde.org. So, it's really all the other guy hoped for and more:)
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
you use unix to COMPILE KERNELS and use emacs, not to listen to sound
Apple Computer and this here Mac OS X box disagree with that sentiment... and anyway, unless it's *BSD, you won't be compiling kernels on a "real" Unix. Unless you've shelled out da BIG BUCKS for a source license. Or Solaris, I just remembered, the source is available for that I guess.
As for sound and multimedia and "real Unix" ever heard of IRIX? Mac OS X (as I already mentioned)? No? Oh well...
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
I think it's wonderful for you that you can go to www.pricewatch.com and put together a system that cheaply! Good, I guess that's nice. However, you don't get tech support with that, you have to risk bad merchants, you have to assemble it yourself, and so forth. This is fine if you, like me, are capable of providing your own tech support, do a little research, and enjoy messing around inside a computer. The vast, overwhelming majority of computer users cannot or will not do those things. They will buy a Compaq from Staples (or whatever). Have you looked at those prices lately? Suddenly that $799 iMac becomes much more competitive.
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I despise guns and killing. However, reading this made me feel something I haven't before. I suddenly realized I'd be willing to take up a gun and defend the government of these United States from traitors and revolutionaries. I'd be willing to shoot and kill you to protect it. Call me a Loyalist, I suppose. But you need to realize that there are people who disagree with you, perhaps violently. Me, for instance. I could never "go off" to war. I probably wouldn't even be able to fight if we were invaded by a foreign power. But the thought of being betrayed by fellow citizens makes me angry beyond explanation.
Of course, I was born, raised, and have always lived in Richmond, VA (Capitol of the Confederacy). Go figure... guess that doesn't really make much sense.
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Well, I currently use YellowDog Linux on all of my PowerMacs. But that's just because the current MacOS is not stable enough for me. I'm actually only using Linux as a stopgap measure while I wait for the release of MacOS X. As soon as the public beta is out, I'm switching over... I do use Linux exclusively on my x86, Sparc, and mac68k boxen, though. But MacOS X looks to be (just based on my experience with DP4) the coolest and most powerful OS I've ever seen. So, I don't think it's fair to even look at competition between Linux and Mac until after the release of MacOS X... because before then, Linux wins hands down in pure low-level OS quality.
I did start out life as a die-hard Mac user, though... maybe I'm biased on MacOS X.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
You are missing a very, very important point: Console systems do not compete with PCs. That is not the market they are aiming for. Of course you can get a PC that is more powerful. That's assumed. The other thing you miss is they want you to buy a 405MHz machine for $200. Tell me how this is in the same market as the $1500 and up computers you're talking about. It isn't. Don't confuse the console market and the PC market. They do not compete. If you are willing and able to buy a PC, then buy a PC, don't waste your money on any console. The console market is aimed at children who want it for Christmas, and at people who don't have the technical savvy to be reading slashdot.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
I write optimized assembly code for high-performance computer systems that use a PowerPC chip with AltiVec, the family that is used in the N-cube. Although you describe the N-cube as a more conventional design, making effective use of the AltiVec features requires careful attention to detail, just as you describe for the PlayStation 2 system (whose specifications I have not seen). When we want the performance the system can give, we count CPU cycles for instructions and even consider the internal CPU stages and resources. Programming for the N-cube will not be conventional.
This is misinformation: The PowerPC processor used in the Game Cube is a new variant designed by IBM. AltiVec is a Motorola-exclusive technology, found only in the MPC7400 (aka G4). The Game Cube does not have AltiVec! Therefore, programming for it will be much more similar to programming for the 750(aka G3), and hence far more conventional. Now, what I'd like to see is someone port Darwin to this thing... probably more trouble than it's worth, though.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Ah, well, the only problem with that is the UAE 68k emulator has no MMU emulation... so, it can't do Linux. Which is too bad, because that would make testing Linux/m68k stuff a lot easier... A GHz Athlon running that emulator is a heck of a lot faster than a 66MHz Quadra...
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Hmmm... man, this world has an overabundance of the context-challenged. Duh, The NeXTCube wasn't the "first" cube shaped computer (though I notice you fail to provide a counterexample). What I *meant* was that the NeXTCube predates the Cobalt Qube. Which was clear from context. But whatever.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Except, not! You see, what you've forgotten (or didn't know) was that good 'ole Steve made the cube-shaped computer first. It was called the NeXTCube, and Apple now owns the rights. So, in reality, it's suprising Apple hadn't sued Cobalt long ago...
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
As others have already pointed out in other comments, you left something *really* important out:
Steve Jobs had the cube-shaped computer *FIRST*. It was called the NeXTCube. The rights to that design now belong to Apple Computer. Sorry, Cobalt, but you lost this one before it started.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Hmm... there's only one thing you haven't explained yet. Why is the radiation dose higher for Mars than for the Moon? Mars has an atmosphere, Luna does not. I would suspect that if things were as bad as you say, no Lunar astronaut would have returned alive. However, I'll grant you that the duration of the exposure is much shorter. Also, I suppose you could be referring to the radiation received whilst in transit. If that is what you are talking about, I guess I can see your point... the thing is, as has been pointed out elsewhere, it's relatively easy to enclose yourself in a shell of water. Water makes an excellent insulator against radiation, or so I'm told. So, I think the real barrier to Mars missions is the fact that there's no immediate return on investment. So, from a corporate point of view (and thus, a lobbyist point of view) there's no reason to do it. This is the greatest tragedy.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
I know this is meant to be funny, but some people might not realize that... MacOS X will be included for free in that $3,499 price for the dual G4. That's why this is such a big deal!
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Riiight... so I take it that when you forget to lock a door or a window to your house, it's your fault if I come in and look through your stuff?
YES! If someone fails to take the proper precautions, then he/she has no one to blame but him/herself when things go wrong. That's the way the world works...
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And from all of that, the only correct response is number four. After all, it's what Free Software is all about. Or Open Source, whichever (RMS won't lynch me, he can't find me!). So, instead of complaining about Apple, why doesn't everyone run out and start hacking on GNUstep? Heck, Apple has even open sourced CoreFoundation, which is the C framework their new version of Cocoa (OpenStep) is based on.
Of course, I'm going to go work on my Mac OS X machine, but competition is good :)
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Um... no, that's not true. PPC and 68k are very, very, very different. M68k pretty much exemplifies the CISC concept, and the PPC was designed as a true RISC chip (though of course, it's now got more instructions than x86, thanks to AltiVec). They don't share much of anything. So, it really was a huge accomplishment to do the transition so smoothly. Do some research before you speak.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
The termination clause is not present in the later versions of the APSL, a fact that RMS conveniently ignores. The only objection that remains to the APSL 1.2 is the clause which states that all modifications must be released, even if they are not publically distributed. He says this interferes with privacy, and so he declares the license not Free.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Mac OS 9.1 was also released, but it wasn't mentioned at the keynote. Got to Apple's Mac OS 9 page and see for yourselves!
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Nah, you *could* do it that way, but that would be silly
Qt/Embedded and Qt/X11 have the same API, so anything that compiles against one should compile against the other, with no kdelibs involved...
Plus somebody else already did that. Check the other posts for somebody talking about Mandrake 7.2.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
You can compile Konq/Embedded to use with Qt/X11. I've seen screenshots of it over on dot.kde.org. So, it's really all the other guy hoped for and more
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
you use unix to COMPILE KERNELS and use emacs, not to listen to sound
Apple Computer and this here Mac OS X box disagree with that sentiment... and anyway, unless it's *BSD, you won't be compiling kernels on a "real" Unix. Unless you've shelled out da BIG BUCKS for a source license. Or Solaris, I just remembered, the source is available for that I guess.
As for sound and multimedia and "real Unix" ever heard of IRIX? Mac OS X (as I already mentioned)? No? Oh well...
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
I think it's wonderful for you that you can go to www.pricewatch.com and put together a system that cheaply! Good, I guess that's nice. However, you don't get tech support with that, you have to risk bad merchants, you have to assemble it yourself, and so forth. This is fine if you, like me, are capable of providing your own tech support, do a little research, and enjoy messing around inside a computer. The vast, overwhelming majority of computer users cannot or will not do those things. They will buy a Compaq from Staples (or whatever). Have you looked at those prices lately? Suddenly that $799 iMac becomes much more competitive.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Of course, I was born, raised, and have always lived in Richmond, VA (Capitol of the Confederacy). Go figure... guess that doesn't really make much sense.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
I did start out life as a die-hard Mac user, though... maybe I'm biased on MacOS X.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
You are missing a very, very important point: Console systems do not compete with PCs . That is not the market they are aiming for. Of course you can get a PC that is more powerful. That's assumed. The other thing you miss is they want you to buy a 405MHz machine for $200. Tell me how this is in the same market as the $1500 and up computers you're talking about. It isn't. Don't confuse the console market and the PC market. They do not compete. If you are willing and able to buy a PC, then buy a PC, don't waste your money on any console. The console market is aimed at children who want it for Christmas, and at people who don't have the technical savvy to be reading slashdot.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
I write optimized assembly code for high-performance computer systems that use a PowerPC chip with AltiVec, the family that is used in the N-cube. Although you describe the N-cube as a more conventional design, making effective use of the AltiVec features requires careful attention to detail, just as you describe for the PlayStation 2 system (whose specifications I have not seen). When we want the performance the system can give, we count CPU cycles for instructions and even consider the internal CPU stages and resources. Programming for the N-cube will not be conventional.
This is misinformation: The PowerPC processor used in the Game Cube is a new variant designed by IBM. AltiVec is a Motorola-exclusive technology, found only in the MPC7400 (aka G4). The Game Cube does not have AltiVec! Therefore, programming for it will be much more similar to programming for the 750(aka G3), and hence far more conventional. Now, what I'd like to see is someone port Darwin to this thing... probably more trouble than it's worth, though.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
By the way, the NeXTCube was the first cube-shaped computer, so Cobalt doesn't have a case.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Steve Jobs had the cube-shaped computer *FIRST*. It was called the NeXTCube. The rights to that design now belong to Apple Computer. Sorry, Cobalt, but you lost this one before it started.
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
MAC OS X - $500
I know this is meant to be funny, but some people might not realize that... MacOS X will be included for free in that $3,499 price for the dual G4. That's why this is such a big deal!
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity
Riiight... so I take it that when you forget to lock a door or a window to your house, it's your fault if I come in and look through your stuff?
YES! If someone fails to take the proper precautions, then he/she has no one to blame but him/herself when things go wrong. That's the way the world works...
Supreme Lord High Commander of the Interstellar Task Force for the Eradication of Stupidity