Listing *work* contact information for any public official should not, I hope, be considered harassment.
Actually, I don't think that any judge would be upset at a little constructive debating about the merits of the finer points of the law. In this case, the authorization of the FTC vs. the FCC in creating the DNC on the orders of congress. If you read the verdict, Judge West had a lot of concerns over the FTC's actions given no direction by Congress. I'd love to hear his opinion on lawmakers failing to create proper laws.
I've actually met several Federal Justices, and am semi-related to one via a brother's marriage.
Reading the verdict, it looks like the judge has issues with *which* government agency had the authority to create the list, the Federal Communications Commission ("FCC") or the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC").
The verdict is an interesting read, covering all sorts of legislation that started in *1991*.
There are also issues with "predictive dialers", the tools used by the Direct Marketing Association, Inc ("SCUM") and their members, which the FCC/FTC tried to tie to "deceptive" and "abusive" practices, which are banned by the Telemarketing and Consumer Fraud Prevention Act ("TCFAP"). Evidently there is a huge issue with the number of "abandoned" calls (the ones where the SCUM call you and there is no one there for you to swear at). The SCUM are supposed to start talking to you with in 2 seconds, and must allow for 4 rings.
My biggest question is whether or not the DNC list will be made available through a Freedom of Information Act request.
Chambers Page for The Honorable Lee R. West Senior United States District Judge Western District of Oklahoma
U.S. Courthouse 200 N.W. Fourth St. Oklahoma City, OK 73102 Rm 3001, Courtroom 303, Third Floor Chambers Telephone: 405-609-5140 Chambers Facsimile: 405-609-5151
How could the US District court rule that the FTC doesn't have the authority to "implement and enforce" the do-not-call list when they were tasked to do this by Congress?
SharpDevelop an Open Source IDE that is currently Beta.95, and looks like it has promise. Allows for console, service and web projects in VB, C# and Web Form projects in C#. My experience is that the Web Form designer still needs some work, but this looks like it will rock.
but they can sure be a pain in the a$$ to sell to...
I've heard that they basically set the price you sell to them. And if you don't agree, they just stop carrying your product, effectively cutting your total sales in *half*.
Obvious white trash jokes aside, don't knock Walmart.
In just 40 years, Walmart grew from a single store to the largest company in the *world*. They basically perfected just-in-time inventory, and are a role model for *any* modern retail corporation. Their IT department is absolutely incredible.
Just to indicate how much they are growing, they plan to open almost 300 stores *in the next fiscal YEAR*.
And while NASA obviously has some of the most intelligent people in the country working with them, and I'd never knock Rocket Scientists (my brother was one for Raytheon:-), I'm quite sure that NASA has it's fair share of white trash. It is a government agency...
Re:The price of exploration
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Purpose of NASA - Aerospace exploration and development. Purpose of DoD - Defending the Nation.
Basically, when the sh*t hits the fan, I'd much rather have a small Navy cruiser then a couple of Space Shuttles.
Interestingly, the DoD's web site shows the 2002 budget at $371 billion, with just over 2 million employees. Walmart's budget/revenue is $227 billion w/ 1.4 million.
It's quite interesting that Palm selected the low-end Zire name for the 71. It 3 times the price of the original Zire, 8 times the memory, a much faster processor and a *much* better display.
If I recall, the Zire was an attempt to get the "its just a little too expensive" consumer crowd to buy into the Palm family.
BTW, my non-techie wife loves her Zire. It's just good enough to do the things she wants (calendar, address book) but nothing more.
I was actually refering to D&M purchasing the one or both of the companies "SONICblue, Inc and its subsidiary ReplayTV, Inc" VS D&M purchasing the asset known as ReplayTV and the right to maintain and manufacture past and current hardware...
But as pointed out, the Bankrupcy court will probably agree to allow D&M to punt any past agreements.
My understanding is that the court will basically allow pretty much anything in order to get some money back to the debt holders...
Um, it's actually a free download. You just need the hardware (which doesn't have to be that great for what it's doing. I think mine is running on a P2@333 w/ a 20GB drive for the downloads)
I run it at home for my network (1 Email/Web/DNS, 1 DNS secondary, 2 AD, 1 SQL, 2 XP pro workstations for devel), just so I don't have to abuse my DSL too much. Instead of each machine hitting WU, only the SUS Server does. Each machine gets the update off the SUS server.
I do think that MS should wise up and make an ISP compatable SUS server. I guess they might have issues with maintaining the freshness of the ISPSUS server.
INAL, but if D&M continues the ReplayTV "Name" (ie, they purchased the name, not just the products) then they should have to honor the agreement. If the company all of a sudden become "D & M R-TV", or even "ReplayTV+" then the current owners might be screwed. Hopefully, they'll honor the current agreement, or only charge a small "transfer" fee.
This Agreement applies to your use of the ReplayTV Service and is a legally binding agreement between you, SONICblue Incorporated and its wholly owned subsidiary, ReplayTV Inc. (collectively "ReplayTV"). By clicking the button marked "I Agree" below or by otherwise communicating your acceptance to ReplayTV or by using the ReplayTV Service, you agree to all the terms and conditions in this Agreement. IMPORTANT NOTE: Your ReplayTV digital video recorder works only by activating and receiving the ReplayTV Service offered and provided by ReplayTV. If you do not agree with all the terms and conditions of this Agreement, you are not authorized to use the ReplayTV Service, and you may return the ReplayTV unit to ReplayTV or the authorized retailer from whom you purchased the product for a full refund within one (1) month of the original purchase date.
Geez - My 7500 that I purchased 3 1/2 years ago is doing *great*.
I did have some screen issues (2 inch vert band of blank pixels, obviously a connection issue), but I purchased the extended warrantee w/ next day (traveling consultant, imperative to get this), and *always* had a tech with a replacement part there to fix it.
I eventually had some issues with the hard drive (25GB IBM Travelstar, would sometimes just not be recognized by BIOS), but Dell replaced that with a Fujitsu 40GB, which was *much* quieter. (+15GB for free:-).
Since going out of warrantee (dec 2002), I've upgraded the CPU from 550mhz to 800mhz. This was absolutely amazing, since typically you can upgrade crap inside a laptop, but these used the M CPU package(?) which is basically a CPU on a card, and literally took about 30 minutes. Basically made a tired old laptop spring back to life.
Also, my Li-Ion batteries can't hold a charge worth a damn, but this is to be expected, since they have a useful life of, evidently, about 3 years:-) I'll purchase a replacement sometime soon, but since I'm not traveling any more, there's no big hurry.
My only concerns with Dell have nothing to do with technical issues, but the fact that they have off-shored much of their first line tech support.
Not very global of me, but as an IT guy who was out of work for months while H1B's remained in the US, I believe I've got a legitimate gripe.
These days, most planes (esp. on long duration flights) have 12 volt adapters under the seat.
She will be *much* happier.
I did have a problem with one of my flights to Japan on United. They don't use the 12 volt car adapter, but a smaller connector. My power brick had the appropriate connector, but kept kicking in a circuit breaker when I'd power up. I bought the "offical" one ($80) on the flight, and was fine.
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Chicago Elections:
:-)
Vote Early, Vote Often!
The web bug is to http://g6589dcs.nyc2.aens.net
Aens.net is
AT&T Enhanced Network Services (AENS6-DOM)
POB 919014
San Diego, CA 92191-9014
US
Which is basically AT&T Managed Services.
I'm assuming its a bug to make sure the site is up and running...
Course I could be wrong, and it is a part of a national conspiracy to make my dinner get cold.
Um...
AT&T Government Solutions Will Operate Do-Not-Call List
What I find amazing is that the figgin' thing is so small that they had to mount the BIOS Battery *VERTICALLY*!
Listing *work* contact information for any public official should not, I hope, be considered harassment.
:-)
Actually, I don't think that any judge would be upset at a little constructive debating about the merits of the finer points of the law. In this case, the authorization of the FTC vs. the FCC in creating the DNC on the orders of congress. If you read the verdict, Judge West had a lot of concerns over the FTC's actions given no direction by Congress. I'd love to hear his opinion on lawmakers failing to create proper laws.
I've actually met several Federal Justices, and am semi-related to one via a brother's marriage.
Quite human, if I recall.
Reading the verdict, it looks like the judge has issues with *which* government agency had the authority to create the list, the Federal Communications Commission ("FCC") or the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC").
The verdict is an interesting read, covering all sorts of legislation that started in *1991*.
There are also issues with "predictive dialers", the tools used by the Direct Marketing Association, Inc ("SCUM") and their members, which the FCC/FTC tried to tie to "deceptive" and "abusive" practices, which are banned by the Telemarketing and Consumer Fraud Prevention Act ("TCFAP"). Evidently there is a huge issue with the number of "abandoned" calls (the ones where the SCUM call you and there is no one there for you to swear at). The SCUM are supposed to start talking to you with in 2 seconds, and must allow for 4 rings.
My biggest question is whether or not the DNC list will be made available through a Freedom of Information Act request.
Which would suck.
ArsTechnica has a link:
ArsTechnica
OK, here you go:
Chambers Page for The Honorable Lee R. West
Chambers Page for
The Honorable Lee R. West
Senior United States District Judge
Western District of Oklahoma
U.S. Courthouse
200 N.W. Fourth St. Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Rm 3001, Courtroom 303, Third Floor
Chambers Telephone: 405-609-5140
Chambers Facsimile: 405-609-5151
This is just unbelievable!
How could the US District court rule that the FTC doesn't have the authority to "implement and enforce" the do-not-call list when they were tasked to do this by Congress?
I wonder who was the judge.
Too bad we can't vote for district justices.
to hold public office
:-)
Unless he moves to Chicago
Comet tails.
Comet tails *always* point away from the sun.
Must be something pushing the tail particles away.
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Free GUI's for .Net programming:
.95, and looks like it has promise. Allows for console, service and web projects in VB, C# and Web Form projects in C#. My experience is that the Web Form designer still needs some work, but this looks like it will rock.
ASP.net Web Matrix is a free GUI for ASP.NET projects by "Never give away anything" Microsoft... WROX even has a PDF book on it... Wrox Press ASP.NET Web Matrix>
SharpDevelop an Open Source IDE that is currently Beta
but they can sure be a pain in the a$$ to sell to...
I've heard that they basically set the price you sell to them. And if you don't agree, they just stop carrying your product, effectively cutting your total sales in *half*.
Talk about a company with a lot of power...
whoa, wait a minute...
:-), I'm quite sure that NASA has it's fair share of white trash. It is a government agency...
Obvious white trash jokes aside, don't knock Walmart.
In just 40 years, Walmart grew from a single store to the largest company in the *world*. They basically perfected just-in-time inventory, and are a role model for *any* modern retail corporation. Their IT department is absolutely incredible.
Just to indicate how much they are growing, they plan to open almost 300 stores *in the next fiscal YEAR*.
And while NASA obviously has some of the most intelligent people in the country working with them, and I'd never knock Rocket Scientists (my brother was one for Raytheon
Walmart corporate info
Purpose of NASA - Aerospace exploration and development.
Purpose of DoD - Defending the Nation.
Basically, when the sh*t hits the fan, I'd much rather have a small Navy cruiser then a couple of Space Shuttles.
Interestingly, the DoD's web site shows the 2002 budget at $371 billion, with just over 2 million employees. Walmart's budget/revenue is $227 billion w/ 1.4 million.
That's a *LOT* of employees.
DOD
In Chicago, we call it parking by Braille...
It's quite interesting that Palm selected the low-end Zire name for the 71. It 3 times the price of the original Zire, 8 times the memory, a much faster processor and a *much* better display.
If I recall, the Zire was an attempt to get the "its just a little too expensive" consumer crowd to buy into the Palm family.
BTW, my non-techie wife loves her Zire. It's just good enough to do the things she wants (calendar, address book) but nothing more.
I was actually refering to D&M purchasing the one or both of the companies "SONICblue, Inc and its subsidiary ReplayTV, Inc" VS D&M purchasing the asset known as ReplayTV and the right to maintain and manufacture past and current hardware...
:-)
But as pointed out, the Bankrupcy court will probably agree to allow D&M to punt any past agreements.
My understanding is that the court will basically allow pretty much anything in order to get some money back to the debt holders...
Net result, FUBAR'd users
Um, it's actually a free download. You just need the hardware (which doesn't have to be that great for what it's doing. I think mine is running on a P2@333 w/ a 20GB drive for the downloads)
I run it at home for my network (1 Email/Web/DNS, 1 DNS secondary, 2 AD, 1 SQL, 2 XP pro workstations for devel), just so I don't have to abuse my DSL too much. Instead of each machine hitting WU, only the SUS Server does. Each machine gets the update off the SUS server.
I do think that MS should wise up and make an ISP compatable SUS server. I guess they might have issues with maintaining the freshness of the ISPSUS server.
INAL, but if D&M continues the ReplayTV "Name" (ie, they purchased the name, not just the products) then they should have to honor the agreement. If the company all of a sudden become "D & M R-TV", or even "ReplayTV+" then the current owners might be screwed. Hopefully, they'll honor the current agreement, or only charge a small "transfer" fee.
From the service agreement...
SonicBlue
REPLAYTV Digital Video Recorder
Activation and Service Agreement
This Agreement applies to your use of the ReplayTV Service and is a legally binding agreement between you, SONICblue Incorporated and its wholly owned subsidiary, ReplayTV Inc. (collectively "ReplayTV"). By clicking the button marked "I Agree" below or by otherwise communicating your acceptance to ReplayTV or by using the ReplayTV Service, you agree to all the terms and conditions in this Agreement. IMPORTANT NOTE: Your ReplayTV digital video recorder works only by activating and receiving the ReplayTV Service offered and provided by ReplayTV. If you do not agree with all the terms and conditions of this Agreement, you are not authorized to use the ReplayTV Service, and you may return the ReplayTV unit to ReplayTV or the authorized retailer from whom you purchased the product for a full refund within one (1) month of the original purchase date.
Probably the RAM cover. The just slide & click into place. I never had any trouble with it.
The batteries and CDRom/MediaDrive have a release switch that can be locked.
The Hard Drive is attached with screws, so can't be removed.
If your appartment-mate still has their 7500, here's a link to upgrading the CPU.
DELL
Geez - My 7500 that I purchased 3 1/2 years ago is doing *great*.
:-).
:-) I'll purchase a replacement sometime soon, but since I'm not traveling any more, there's no big hurry.
I did have some screen issues (2 inch vert band of blank pixels, obviously a connection issue), but I purchased the extended warrantee w/ next day (traveling consultant, imperative to get this), and *always* had a tech with a replacement part there to fix it.
I eventually had some issues with the hard drive (25GB IBM Travelstar, would sometimes just not be recognized by BIOS), but Dell replaced that with a Fujitsu 40GB, which was *much* quieter. (+15GB for free
Since going out of warrantee (dec 2002), I've upgraded the CPU from 550mhz to 800mhz. This was absolutely amazing, since typically you can upgrade crap inside a laptop, but these used the M CPU package(?) which is basically a CPU on a card, and literally took about 30 minutes. Basically made a tired old laptop spring back to life.
Also, my Li-Ion batteries can't hold a charge worth a damn, but this is to be expected, since they have a useful life of, evidently, about 3 years
My only concerns with Dell have nothing to do with technical issues, but the fact that they have off-shored much of their first line tech support.
Not very global of me, but as an IT guy who was out of work for months while H1B's remained in the US, I believe I've got a legitimate gripe.
Extra Batteries are *way* over rated. They are heavy, and if you can't find a plug, well, enjoy the scenery, not your laptop.
For the flight, get one of these:
Targus
These days, most planes (esp. on long duration flights) have 12 volt adapters under the seat.
She will be *much* happier.
I did have a problem with one of my flights to Japan on United. They don't use the 12 volt car adapter, but a smaller connector. My power brick had the appropriate connector, but kept kicking in a circuit breaker when I'd power up. I bought the "offical" one ($80) on the flight, and was fine.
It does a good job of putting the challenges of qubits versus regular bits into layman's terms.
:-)
Yea right. A sample run past my mom...
(Mom reads the article...)
Mom: Will this make FreeCell any easier?
Me: Well, a quantum computer could actually solve all the possible shuffles of FreeCell in one pass.
Mom: That wouldn't be any fun... Would the Internet be faster?
Me: Not until we get rid of your dialup and get you a cable modem.
and so on