> How can any civilized society look at numbers like that, and rationally argue against universal health care?
We look at the numbers. And then we look at the steady flow of Canadians coming to the US for healthcare because the quality or availability of care there is relatively poor. I was uninsured once, briefly, and I do sympathize with those who aren't. But I'd rather take my chances than be forced to pay top dollar for mediocre services.
Folks -- the 10x productivity number mentioned in the article was only an anecdotal claim; Larry McVoy claimed 2x. And the latter number is backed up by some pretty fair reasoning. I RTFA and didn't get the impression anyone was pulling numbers out of their ass.
> If encrypted RFID systems don't include any nonce in the request, repeated in the response, then a replay attack is possible.
It's been a couple years, but I'm certain it had a challenge-response authentication system to prevent simulation. I am not a security expert, I just remember reading the specs while studying the api.
I also remember a story told by the owner of the company about a sales pitch he gave once. A nearby amusement park used an insecure rfid technology to sell access to video games, rides, etc. He walked in with his own reader, copied the "paid in full" transaction code and gave himself a free ride. A high-tech "vacuum-cleaner sales pitch", but effective.
I've worked with several RFID implementations, and all of the (silicon-based) solutions have decent encryption to prevent "capture" of IDs or other data. Usually a shared-key system -- not unbreakable, of course, but pretty difficult to intercept on the sly.
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> Seriously though, looking at what SCO is > attempting to do to IBM, how can one call this > "unencumbered"?
Especially since losing the lawsuit will likely mean the demise of SCO. In any case, how much in the way of resources will be left for customer support and R&D (ha!) once they finish paying off the expensive legal "talent"?
> I think it's only a "hostile" takeover when the > management of the company to be bought opposes the > sale.
Which is probably true in this case. We know Eisner rejected the bid, and it's highly likely the board follows his lead (especially now that that the pesky Wabb -- er, Roy Disney is out of the picture).
> No, the UK hasn't been kicked out because it > makes a great whipping boy for France and > Germany. As long as the UK is in Europe none of > the other states have to stand up to those two.
SCO/Caldera paid something to the tune of $150M. As to WHAT they paid for, it looks like lawyers from both sides kept it vague enough to keep themselves in business for awhile. From the Novell/SCO correspondence on Novell's site, I gather there really is contradictory language in the relevent contract(s).
It's not that he's completely wrong, but he is assuming worst-case scenario in every case. For example, he asserts that community support is inadequate because so many embedded ports exist. I assert, however, that support can be quite excellent. Three or four years ago I did some embedded development on the StrongARM variant of arm-linux, and the community was extremely helpful and responsive.
Just because a potential solution CAN be difficult doesn't mean it will be. As an earlier author said, there are appropriate solutions for every project, and they vary according to the requirements.
I often hear glowing praise such as this for OpenBSD. Why do we have two different Open Source groups working at seemingly common purposes? Or is it (for you Monty Python fans) a case of the PFJ vs. the PJF splitters?
Here's a much simpler (and more costly) retaliation I use against telemarketers: when they ask for me I say, "Certainly, he's here, one moment", put them on hold, and leave the phone alone for awhile. They will wait awhile, and every minute they wait is a minute wasted, both their time and long distance charges.
The lack of realistic Ornithopters is, in my opinion, a good use of artistic license by the
producer/director. Why? Because "flapping wings"
on an aircraft is a terrible idea from an
engineering perspective. With all due respect
to Frank Herbert's vision, this was a good cut in
both the movie and mini-series.
Well, now...hype or not, it's unrealistic to expect a startup company releasing a new product to successfully eliminate every possible bug. I haven't heard yet exactly what prompted the recall, but given various implementations (by other companies) there are bound to be glitches.
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Absolutely correct. The box is not without problems, but overall I am very happy. HD is great and it IS Prime Time at my house.
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> looking for something they claim IBM stole, yet have no proof of
It's worse than that, now. Among the reasons for requesting this latest delay (from the article) is IBM's
"failure to produce information that back up SCO's breach of contract and copyright infringement claims."
In other words, "Fellas, we're gonna delay this thing 'til you cough up something we can use against you. We've got nothin' but time".
Utterly ridiculous.
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Astroturfer, Astroturfer!!!
> How can any civilized society look at numbers like that, and rationally argue against universal health care?
We look at the numbers. And then we look at the steady flow of Canadians coming to the US for healthcare because the quality or availability of care there is relatively poor. I was uninsured once, briefly, and I do sympathize with those who aren't. But I'd rather take my chances than be forced to pay top dollar for mediocre services.
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Good question -- I'll get on the line with ScoSource and find out right away.
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Folks -- the 10x productivity number mentioned in the article was only an anecdotal claim; Larry McVoy claimed 2x. And the latter number is backed up by some pretty fair reasoning. I RTFA and didn't get the impression anyone was pulling numbers out of their ass.
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> We need to start giving real fines and jail time to those who are really responsible.
Martha Stewart. Not as rich as Bill, of course, but probably about as well-known in the US.
> How a monthly subscribtion eventually filters down to the artists?
The artists get a monthly "attaboy" form letter from the RIAA.
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> uhm.. where's the keyboard/video/etc ports located on? it doesn't show in any of the pics.
It uses a new wireless technology: Borgtooth.
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> If encrypted RFID systems don't include any nonce in the request, repeated in the response, then a replay attack is possible.
It's been a couple years, but I'm certain it had a challenge-response authentication system to prevent simulation. I am not a security expert, I just remember reading the specs while studying the api.
I also remember a story told by the owner of the company about a sales pitch he gave once. A nearby amusement park used an insecure rfid technology to sell access to video games, rides, etc. He walked in with his own reader, copied the "paid in full" transaction code and gave himself a free ride. A high-tech "vacuum-cleaner sales pitch", but effective.
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I've worked with several RFID implementations, and all of the (silicon-based) solutions have decent encryption to prevent "capture" of IDs or other data. Usually a shared-key system -- not unbreakable, of course, but pretty difficult to intercept on the sly.
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> Seriously though, looking at what SCO is
> attempting to do to IBM, how can one call this
> "unencumbered"?
Especially since losing the lawsuit will likely mean the demise of SCO. In any case, how much in the way of resources will be left for customer support and R&D (ha!) once they finish paying off the expensive legal "talent"?
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> I think it's only a "hostile" takeover when the
> management of the company to be bought opposes the > sale.
Which is probably true in this case. We know Eisner rejected the bid, and it's highly likely the board follows his lead (especially now that that the pesky Wabb -- er, Roy Disney is out of the picture).
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Modded X2's in early 2006?
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> No, the UK hasn't been kicked out because it
> makes a great whipping boy for France and
> Germany. As long as the UK is in Europe none of > the other states have to stand up to those two.
Who cares? They're "Old Europe".
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featuring CEO's who have been sued by SCO?
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SCO/Caldera paid something to the tune of $150M. As to WHAT they paid for, it looks like lawyers from both sides kept it vague enough to keep themselves in business for awhile. From the Novell/SCO correspondence on Novell's site, I gather there really is contradictory language in the relevent contract(s).
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It's not that he's completely wrong, but he is assuming worst-case scenario in every case. For example, he asserts that community support is inadequate because so many embedded ports exist. I assert, however, that support can be quite excellent. Three or four years ago I did some embedded development on the StrongARM variant of arm-linux, and the community was extremely helpful and responsive.
Just because a potential solution CAN be difficult doesn't mean it will be. As an earlier author said, there are appropriate solutions for every project, and they vary according to the requirements.
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> Nevill Chamberlain was an honest persong thath allowed his hopes to cloud his judgment.
He was also a fool, and that's the point.
Subpeoning Linus is one thing, but I bet those SCO lawyers are really going to earn their money deposing RMS. I hope he keeps 'em busy. :-)
I often hear glowing praise such as this for OpenBSD. Why do we have two different Open Source groups working at seemingly common purposes? Or is it (for you Monty Python fans) a case of the PFJ vs. the PJF splitters?
Here's a much simpler (and more costly) retaliation I use against telemarketers: when they ask for me I say, "Certainly, he's here, one moment", put them on hold, and leave the phone alone for awhile. They will wait awhile, and every minute they wait is a minute wasted, both their time and long distance charges.
The lack of realistic Ornithopters is, in my opinion, a good use of artistic license by the producer/director. Why? Because "flapping wings" on an aircraft is a terrible idea from an engineering perspective. With all due respect to Frank Herbert's vision, this was a good cut in both the movie and mini-series.
Well, now...hype or not, it's unrealistic to expect a startup company releasing a new product to successfully eliminate every possible bug. I haven't heard yet exactly what prompted the recall, but given various implementations (by other companies) there are bound to be glitches.