Another way of saving gas with a hybrid is using the pulse and glide method. Not always practical (especially for a full freeway) but it shows that when you are able to change your driving style you may be able to save a few extra bucks.
I have been looking at http://thomas.loc.gov/ and haven't found jack regarding any new broadcast flag legislation that is due to hit the floor. I'm not saying that I'm incompetent (I'll leave that for everyone else to say) but I would have guessed that it would be here.
Am I looking in the right location or is this just a scare tactic? I have yet to see a particular bill number (such as HR 2354) listed or even the "short title" (such as "TV Consumer Choice Act") anywhere.
I'm not saying it isn't happening (as I feel it would be in character for the MPAA), just that all I have seen is a vague rumor floating around with no actual facts to support it.
So would the TV Consumer Choice Act, which is a bill for clarifying that the FCC does not have the authority to "require, or prescribe any schedule for the implementation of, digital television reception capability in television broadcast reception equipment"
and
"The requirements and schedule established by the Commission for the implementation of digital television reception capability in television broadcast reception equipment as contained in section 15.117(i) of the Commission's regulations (47 CFR 15.117(i)) as modified in FCC 02-230 (August 8, 2002), shall not be effective except as expressly hereafter provided by Act of Congress."
Tell the teachers that "every dollar that goes to Microsoft takes away from the salaries they deserve." This should break past the FUD that Microsoft spreads.
It appeals to the "help the community" group by knowing that they are looking out for their teachers.
It could be used to pressure the school board. "They are sending money to Microsoft rather than to our starving teachers."
It helps the local economy by keeping the money, well, local.
Oh, and if it gets media attention then the pressure will really be on them. Just my two cents worth.
And it could serve as a wake-up call to others who might be slacking.
I wish I could believe that.
What will probably happen is they get hacked and any problems that arise will be considered a terrorist act. The company will get all sorts of sympathy from the unknowing public while the perp goes to federal "pound him in the ass" prison and owes $4 Billion in damages. The CEOs of the company will denounce the act, get fat bonuses, jump ship, and might even throw a quarter at the problem on their way out the door.
I've been thinking about putting linux on one of my machines at home, perhaps even replacing windows entirely (depends of if it all works out well for me).
So you're saying that I can ditch the firewall as soon as I switch over to linux?
Clueless user: Nothing, it just started acting funny.
Tech boy genius neighbor: Have you installed anything since I fixed your computer last time?
Clueless user: No.
Tech boy genius neighbor (BOFH level now 1): So you computer, for no reason whatsoever, started to slow down as if by magic?
Clueless user: Yeah.
Tech boy genius neighbor (BOFH level now 2): I guess your screwed, then. Sounds like your computer is dying and may catch fire any minute. I would suggest that you buy a new one and dispose of your current one. It's toast, buddy.
Clueless user: My last tech guy a few years ago said the same thing then when this happend.
Tech boy genius neighbor (BOFH level now 4): It happens. Say, have you heard about those draconian computer recycling laws? I have a way you can beat their system...
According to the Senate, the S-89 bill (search for "S 89" or "HR 163") was introduced by Senator Ernest F. Hollings (D). Information regarding his voting record can be found at the archive section of theAmerican Civil Liberties Union:
As Mr. Adam Stutz so clearly points out,this legislation would not take effect until Spring 2005. Just what, exactly, does the Democratic party have in store for us?
How likely is a draft?
Doubtful at best. The first rotation of personnel in Iraq was supposed to be 6 months. It was extend by 6 months to be a total of 12. They are in the process of arriving home as the Army and National Guard Reserves go in. They are scheduled for a rotation of 12 months. My friend who is a Captain anticipates that it will be extended to 18 months. The maximum time you can be activated is 24 months. I don't remember how much time they are required to give you off, but with the anticipated 18 months the active Army will have off they will be fresh and ready to go back should the situation warrant it. This is one of the things the system was set up for.
The original Iraq war back in 1991 caused fear and concern about the draft. This was just before President Clinton came into office. Funny how fear of the draft comes lately whenever a Republican president is in office and there is an election on the horizon. Coincidence? I don't think so.
Investigate the history of Adam Stutz and you will be investigating the motives for the story.
It was mentioned in the article that they couldn't post the URL for some unknown reason. Perhaps they are stupid.
In searching the Project Censored website there was no information available on the article. Perhaps it is only on their print version or something.
It sounds like typical left wing propaganda to me. Oh, and the positions on the draft board are long term positions that are due to be refilled, not being filled up from having been empty or anything like that. They are coveted positions because the persons there rarely have to do anything at all.
US Preparing for Military Draft in Spring 2005 by Adam Stutz
Wednesday January 28, 2004 at 09:50 AM
The current agenda of the US federal government is to reinstate the draft in order to staff up for a protracted war on "terrorism." Pending legislation in the House and Senate (twin bills S 89 and HR 163) would time the program so the draft could begin at early as Spring 2005 -- conveniently just after the 2004 presidential election!
Reinstatement of the draft
Dear Friends and Family,
I urge you to read the article below on the current agenda of the federal government to reinstate the draft in order to staff up for a protracted war on "terrorism."
Pending legislation in the House and Senate (twin bills S 89 and HR 163) would time the program so the draft could begin at early as Spring 2005 -- conveniently just after the 2004 presidential election! But the administration is quietly trying to get these bills passed NOW, so our action is needed immediately. D
And that was a fly-ass buggy! Lowered for better cargo stability, two horse power, aftermarket methane overpressure release valves, dope teak spinners on the wheels, and Recaro seats.
No, typically you want it on the #2 surface. If you want to get technical, argon is the high performance gas of choice for filling the gap in an insulated unit. The two lites are separated by as little as 1/4 inch up to 3/4 inch. The size of the unit will dictate the minimum required.
Using a polysilicone sealant is also a bonus for prevention of heat transfer as is using an extruded insulating frame as opposed to aluminum.
I'm wondering how long it will take for this new MS product to come down with a virus of it's own. It seems to have happened to every other product they have put out.
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your car is 3' taller
For those UK mothers over there that would be just a little under 1 meter (metre).
Imagine getting busted cuz you was pretending to be a VR prostitute for a while just cuz you felt sleezy...
Imagine the humiliation when the John discovers that the prostitute is named Melvin.
Another way of saving gas with a hybrid is using the pulse and glide method. Not always practical (especially for a full freeway) but it shows that when you are able to change your driving style you may be able to save a few extra bucks.
That it doesn't suck like Robot Jox did. I could care less about the money I wasted on watching that movie, I want my time back!
I have been looking at http://thomas.loc.gov/ and haven't found jack regarding any new broadcast flag legislation that is due to hit the floor. I'm not saying that I'm incompetent (I'll leave that for everyone else to say) but I would have guessed that it would be here.
Am I looking in the right location or is this just a scare tactic? I have yet to see a particular bill number (such as HR 2354) listed or even the "short title" (such as "TV Consumer Choice Act") anywhere.
I'm not saying it isn't happening (as I feel it would be in character for the MPAA), just that all I have seen is a vague rumor floating around with no actual facts to support it.
I thought that his neighbor, the Iceman, owed him for all of the free tech support.
So would the TV Consumer Choice Act, which is a bill for clarifying that the FCC does not have the authority to "require, or prescribe any schedule for the implementation of, digital television reception capability in television broadcast reception equipment"
and
"The requirements and schedule established by the Commission for the implementation of digital television reception capability in television broadcast reception equipment as contained in section 15.117(i) of the Commission's regulations (47 CFR 15.117(i)) as modified in FCC 02-230 (August 8, 2002), shall not be effective except as expressly hereafter provided by Act of Congress."
help or hinder the FCC broadcast flag agenda?
I wonder if they will have this keyboard in Hotblack Desiato's all black ship?
I have to say this: For someone who posts on Slashdot you sure know your shit.
I would create, for enforcement purposes, yet another governmental agency, the Federal Entertainment Copyright Enforcement Service.
How can you possibly expect to get useful fusion reactions using a monolithium crystal?
Duh! That what the fusion part is for; to fuse monolithium into dilithium (or even trilithium)!
- It appeals to the "help the community" group by knowing that they are looking out for their teachers.
- It could be used to pressure the school board. "They are sending money to Microsoft rather than to our starving teachers."
- It helps the local economy by keeping the money, well, local.
Oh, and if it gets media attention then the pressure will really be on them. Just my two cents worth.I'm partial to the original communicator style. Yes, there are similar in style looking flip phones.
No. Gotta have the original style on this one. If it is made I'm buying it.
And it could serve as a wake-up call to others who might be slacking.
I wish I could believe that.
What will probably happen is they get hacked and any problems that arise will be considered a terrorist act. The company will get all sorts of sympathy from the unknowing public while the perp goes to federal "pound him in the ass" prison and owes $4 Billion in damages. The CEOs of the company will denounce the act, get fat bonuses, jump ship, and might even throw a quarter at the problem on their way out the door.
But I feel that last part is overly optimistic.
I've been thinking about putting linux on one of my machines at home, perhaps even replacing windows entirely (depends of if it all works out well for me).
So you're saying that I can ditch the firewall as soon as I switch over to linux?
Tech boy genius neighbor: OMFG what did you do!?
Clueless user: Nothing, it just started acting funny.
Tech boy genius neighbor: Have you installed anything since I fixed your computer last time?
Clueless user: No.
Tech boy genius neighbor (BOFH level now 1): So you computer, for no reason whatsoever, started to slow down as if by magic?
Clueless user: Yeah.
Tech boy genius neighbor (BOFH level now 2): I guess your screwed, then. Sounds like your computer is dying and may catch fire any minute. I would suggest that you buy a new one and dispose of your current one. It's toast, buddy.
Clueless user: My last tech guy a few years ago said the same thing then when this happend.
Tech boy genius neighbor (BOFH level now 4): It happens. Say, have you heard about those draconian computer recycling laws? I have a way you can beat their system...
By morning, you'll have a big one!
That might not be such a good idea if your wife listens to it.
According to the Senate, the S-89 bill (search for "S 89" or "HR 163") was introduced by Senator Ernest F. Hollings (D). Information regarding his voting record can be found at the archive section of theAmerican Civil Liberties Union:
The Bill HR-163 was introduced by:
Congressman Charles B. Rangel (D)
Congressman Jim McDermott (D)
Representative John Conyers, Jr. (D)
Congressman John Lewis (D)
Congressman Pete Stark (D)
Congressman Neil Abercrombie (D)
As Mr. Adam Stutz so clearly points out,this legislation would not take effect until Spring 2005. Just what, exactly, does the Democratic party have in store for us?
How likely is a draft?
Doubtful at best. The first rotation of personnel in Iraq was supposed to be 6 months. It was extend by 6 months to be a total of 12. They are in the process of arriving home as the Army and National Guard Reserves go in. They are scheduled for a rotation of 12 months. My friend who is a Captain anticipates that it will be extended to 18 months. The maximum time you can be activated is 24 months. I don't remember how much time they are required to give you off, but with the anticipated 18 months the active Army will have off they will be fresh and ready to go back should the situation warrant it. This is one of the things the system was set up for.
The original Iraq war back in 1991 caused fear and concern about the draft. This was just before President Clinton came into office. Funny how fear of the draft comes lately whenever a Republican president is in office and there is an election on the horizon. Coincidence? I don't think so.
Investigate the history of Adam Stutz and you will be investigating the motives for the story.
It was mentioned in the article that they couldn't post the URL for some unknown reason. Perhaps they are stupid.
In searching the Project Censored website there was no information available on the article. Perhaps it is only on their print version or something.
It sounds like typical left wing propaganda to me. Oh, and the positions on the draft board are long term positions that are due to be refilled, not being filled up from having been empty or anything like that. They are coveted positions because the persons there rarely have to do anything at all.
Text of the article is below:
US Preparing for Military Draft in Spring 2005 by Adam Stutz
Wednesday January 28, 2004 at 09:50 AM
The current agenda of the US federal government is to reinstate the draft in order to staff up for a protracted war on "terrorism." Pending legislation in the House and Senate (twin bills S 89 and HR 163) would time the program so the draft could begin at early as Spring 2005 -- conveniently just after the 2004 presidential election!
Reinstatement of the draft
Dear Friends and Family,
I urge you to read the article below on the current agenda of the federal government to reinstate the draft in order to staff up for a protracted war on "terrorism."
Pending legislation in the House and Senate (twin bills S 89 and HR 163) would time the program so the draft could begin at early as Spring 2005 -- conveniently just after the 2004 presidential election! But the administration is quietly trying to get these bills passed NOW, so our action is needed immediately. D
And that was a fly-ass buggy! Lowered for better cargo stability, two horse power, aftermarket methane overpressure release valves, dope teak spinners on the wheels, and Recaro seats.
Sh!t, they R teh r0xX0r!
Hell, I already find the "games.slashdot.org" color scheme to be distatefully distracting enough, without the clutter of banners.
/. yet. Enjoy.
Apparently you haven't been to the IT section of
No, typically you want it on the #2 surface. If you want to get technical, argon is the high performance gas of choice for filling the gap in an insulated unit. The two lites are separated by as little as 1/4 inch up to 3/4 inch. The size of the unit will dictate the minimum required.
Using a polysilicone sealant is also a bonus for prevention of heat transfer as is using an extruded insulating frame as opposed to aluminum.
There are already many companies that already produce low emission glass.
Look at some of the current insulation possibilities that exist today.
I'm sorry. If I had a holosuite I'd rather play with Lara Croft.
You were right. The sqeaky weasel gets greased.
becoming partners rather than tools - in other words, we'll have friends, not appliances.
Your plastic pal who's fun to be with!
I'm wondering how long it will take for this new MS product to come down with a virus of it's own. It seems to have happened to every other product they have put out.