Just because they currently can feed people doesn't mean that will last. There will be droughts, infestations, population increases, and more events that can be helped by GMOs. Of course China seems to have no problem destroying the environment with massive amounts of chemicals whose usage could be drastically reduced with proper science. The Chinese government seems to place a low value on an human life so maybe this is just their own sick version of population control.
I'm sick of all this "my distribution is better than yours" penis-measuring. Get over it, people.
Which distro has that app? I'd like the rumors to be certified once and for all.
Sounds like a good idea, but if someone can't wade through installing and running of a modern distro, I doubt they'll make it far in the book.
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TechTv had many more viewers than G4, another reason to question why G4 is getting so much face time. There is a very different feel to the two channels, with techtv having the polish G4 didn't have. I'm on DirectTV and had only seen G4 a few times before at a friend's house, but have watched TechTV back when it when ZDTV(?). The annoying "hip" feel g4 shows has already made me turn the channel to espn. At least with TechTV you could watch a good episode of Future Flying Machines or catch an interesting story on Tech Live. I'll stick with the Screen Savers and ditch the rest unless I KNOW a certain subject will be on.(Dane Cook at E3 was pretty good if you like his stand up)
No offense to the anime lovers, but doesn't comcast already have other outlets for anime? I fail to see the direct connection to technology, although gaming is somewhat related.
Again, no offense to anime lovers, but it seems to be in places where it shouldn't. I really don't mind it on Cartoon network(where it may belong) but would still prefer other adult swim titles. I guess it's better than many of the new kids cartoons, which can't compete with even my generation's(X) classics.
They're called legs. Work real well. For long distances an upgrade to car is needed. Before using legs(invented by Al Gore) please pay SCO as they created the foot, which was stolen from them and released as part of another package as legs. The justice department is currently investigating if legs are a monopoly for moving small distances, so use them while you can.
There is a good article about magneto-optical storage at tom's hardware. An interesting idea, which may be the best option for long term storage. I've never used it myself, but am considering using it to back-up old VHS x-mas tapes and such.
Maybe they have some other reason to use so much power for such a simple task. For example, would it be that far of a stretch to add a breath test to these? Downtown bar areas could be fitted with a breath test easily, baring any sanitation issues. Other examples could be cameras. Not that "big brother" is going to be watching you, but what if your plate number is photographed when you park. Any warrents, unpaid tickets, etc could be linked up and they'd know where to find you. I'm sure I'm missing several other things, but there could be legitimate concerns that these devices could be used for more than their intended purpose.
Isn't this just a bit much for a parking meter? The more simple a solution, usually the better. There would be a reduction in moving parts with using the new devices, but I don't think that and the network idea are enough to justify this. The fact is the more complex things are made, the better chance of something going wrong. Even in the article they mention having to fix a bug. What will happen when another bug starts shorting people ticket time and they have to deal with a mob of angry car owners? Solar power is good and all, but has it ever been used successfully on such a project? It looks like politics took control and pushed special interests ahead of common sense. At least they're not running Windows PM special ultra extreme.NET software.
I do the same thing, but with a twist. For my most secure(2 or 3) passwords I use a randomly generated mix. I write it down and lock it in my home fire-proof safe. Can't be more secure than that.
For my other passwords I use a combination of about 5 words, mixed in varying order. For the most part I remember them, but if I don't I can figure it out by trial and error. This is easy to remember and secure enough.
Passwords just aren't good enough anymore. Some other form of verifyication is needed. I once worked in a company that had strict access rules, not because of what they did but because of contracts they made with other companies. We had to use a programmed card to get into the door, and combined with a simple password to login. For the workplace, I think a similar system should be used. It is low cost, low maintance solution with "good enough" security. The internet is a different case, but I don't see normal users wanting to bother with a PGP key or such.
Very well put AC. Imagine making that statement 20 or even 10 years ago. It would have been laughed at. Of course, today we live in a world of $400 emachines and $150 xbox's. Still, it makes you wonder where the money comes from, and if it is from government if it is a sound investment or a political move.
Your name is Pig Hogger and you call someone else a redneck? Unless of course you too are a redneck, in which case I think rednecks won't mind. I've suffered an actual "red neck" every summer growing up, but I don't own a truck and my speech is goodly, dag namit.
If anyone insists on playing with an electric fence, use a damp stick to touch the wire with. It will send a mild shock. I used to do that as a kid for fun, which gives away how bored I was. I've been stunned by a stun gun, once was hit with a cattle prod, and have accidently and purposely touched an electric fence and would have to say the prod was the worst. Real smart of me huh? I hope it didn't do any permement damage. I also hope I don't have any damage from the incidents. Cows are pretty.... and somehow this all relates to ipods.
I have heard of this also happening in parts of South America and, I think, Africa. But this leads to another question.
Is this sort of access going to be used in the US? I live in a rural area, and I cannot live on a farm and have DSL or cable. The only access I could use outside of town is DirectTV's access, which is very expensive. I even live in a populated area compared to Alaska, Wyoming, or Montana for example. Anyone know of a similar idea being done in the states? I for one would move and sign up.
As far as this being used in South America, I find it ironic they have wi-fi access but lack much more important technologies, such as better roads or medicine. Of course, the information and education provided by such access may lead to better conditions. This is a huge experiment in putting the cart before the horse.
I have the habit of leaving the TV on as I do other activities. Most of the time it's background noise, but I'll pay attention when something of interest comes on.
There is quite a difference from leaving on ESPN, the news, or the history channel, rather than sitting down watching a prewashed sitcom. So in my house, the TV is on the same amount, but I actually "watch" much less.
In his bio he says that slashdot is his favorite website. If you're reading this Patrick, please reply using your real handle or not. It would be interesting to find out what the TechTv personalities think about this.
btw, I too think Patrick is the best part of the channel. He isn't the best TV personality but he seems to be down to earth. I think he would be the type of guy you'd talk tech to in a local store.
I like big business. I don't mind lawyers. I think profit is good and protection of copyrights is very important.
Now with that being said, what the hell is wrong with the DOJ?(and the RIAA) The RIAA has obviously gone insane by turning off their key demographic. Businesswise this makes absolutely no sense. But this has been known for some time.
Now I see the DOJ has gone off the deep end too. You are responsible for prosecuting IP cases and you can't draw a line for fair use? You don't see the problem when you go after someone who downloaded mp3's(non-profit use) while there are far larger concerns in the business world alone, not to mention violent crime.
There comes a certain point where one must choose their battles, and this is not a battle the DOJ or the courts should be wrapped up in. I even agree with the spirit of the law(except the DMCA) and can't imagine why the DOJ would do this.
The lawyers state several other statments which should draw concern. They state that their ethics prevent them from personal comments on the cases. Their "ethics" should be questioning their own actions. "Every law should be followed" or "I do it because it's my job" do not excuse you(LEOs) from morality. Law enforcement personal are to blame just as much as the legislators. Look at the spirit of the law, read the Declaration of Independance, and realize that by your actions people have lost part of their lives. If you ever realize the horrors you have done, good luck sleeping. And, um, thanks for the interview. At least you dodged the questions instead of not listening to them.
Actually no, the US doesn't crack down on "racist" literature, etc. Malls are private property( by law and to a degree) and therefore can decide their own rules. Schools can censor on similar grounds, so called "loco paratis"(sp?) and basicly holding the fact that schools may make their own rules just as a private organization may. That guy in the mall wasn't just wearing a T-shirt, he was also involved in other activities. He also had all charges dropped.
I don't support this crackdown, but "true" censorship comes from government, which is the only agency to enforce laws by force. Not allowing something to be posted on slashdot isn't censorship, having the government point a gun at your head and say "don't post anti-war messages!" is. I am American, so what? The patriot act was wrong but that doesn't mean a damn thing when judging another act in another country. I condemn the patriot act but I am much more protective of obvious attacks on freedom of speech. It's hard to say laws are wrong when you're not allowed to speak.
It doesn't surprise me one bit. Remember that this is a country that cracks down on "hate" speech, although whatever hate means is up to the government. They have had a history of censorship in an effort to make their country better. It's absurd just not unexpected.
In my experience with several midwest, rural companies, the support is non-existant even for their own packages. When the phone company first started offering internet access, the support just wan't there. Learning from their packages and mistakes would be a good first step.
In their case they included a netscape browser and a small program for setting up a dial-up account. This is all the support I think is really needed. A single CD with various browsers and an easy/small application for chosing what one wishes to install would do the trick. The problem with including much software is confusion, both on the side of the customer and customer support. At least in my experience, getting any decent support is impossible, so simplicity is very important.
What's really funny is the fact that most people responding (negatively) to my post go on about how I must be misinformed in "the case against M$"/macroeconomics. I'm familar with both. I stand by my original post though, in the fact that the two viewpoints are inconsistant with each other. First of all, I made a statement against intervention, but I did not offer an arguement, and this is not the time or place for such a lengthy discussion. My point is that a government cannot be fair in its application of such fuzzy laws. Microsoft can do whatever the hell they feel like doing, if some company doesn't like it then DON'T USE THE PRODUCT! M$ will fail or live on its own. Yet people talk about how unfair it is. Yet when a tax is put on CD-Rs people complain(rightfully) about how unfair it is. You can't have it both ways.
I find it funny that government interference is so selective in this forum. For instance, when it is CD-R's which are being taxed it is a horrible justice, yet when it is microsoft whose only crime (at least its only crime which is being prosecuted) is the fact that it is too big, the people come out in force on how the government isn't doing enough. When will people realize that an economy with ANY government intervention cannot be just?
Your pragmatic view is somewhat short sighted. While this technology may have no real use as of yet, the technology still has some value in and of itself because of the possibility of future uses. Did you know that Pavlov was measuring the saliva amount in dogs, completely unrelated to conditioned responses, when he discovered just what a conditioned hound would do? In this same vein, this invention(whether it be new or old) is unique to the point that it has potential to be worthwhile. The greatest asset that I could see coming from it is the ability to cut off light after a limited time with NO moveable parts(==less chance of something breaking). Or perhaps it will just go down as Divx II and that'll be that.
I don't see how this offers any real bonus to existing ways of movie rental. Pay per view allows me to rent movies from the comfort of my own smelly couch, and video/DVD rentals allow for several days worth of viewing (along with fast forward/rewind) I think this is a case of good technology with no real use. Also, if it is the removal of oxygen that maintains the DVD, maybe some airtight food storage sealers would actually have some use after all.
Your tax dollars at work. Seriously, I laughed so hard when all those dot-coms of a few years ago blew half of their money on a single ad, only to go out of business a few months later. The thing is, the government doesn't have to answer about its spending, it just has to strain its citizens a little more. In this case, it is using the money of the people it is supposed to protect and using that money to tell us(if you're a US citizen) what you can and can't do. That million dollars could help save the lives of understaffed police officiers or firefighters without proper equipment, but that doesn't make the news.
I loved Deja. It had so many memories. The first time I installed linux I found all the answers to my questions in the archives. It's amazing how the entire usenet(which is a great part of the Internet) goes unnoticed by most people. Maybe this will help some people new to the net find their answers, without attracting even more usenet spam.
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Just because they currently can feed people doesn't mean that will last. There will be droughts, infestations, population increases, and more events that can be helped by GMOs. Of course China seems to have no problem destroying the environment with massive amounts of chemicals whose usage could be drastically reduced with proper science. The Chinese government seems to place a low value on an human life so maybe this is just their own sick version of population control.
I'm sick of all this "my distribution is better than yours" penis-measuring. Get over it, people.
Which distro has that app? I'd like the rumors to be certified once and for all.
Sounds like a good idea, but if someone can't wade through installing and running of a modern distro, I doubt they'll make it far in the book.
TechTv had many more viewers than G4, another reason to question why G4 is getting so much face time. There is a very different feel to the two channels, with techtv having the polish G4 didn't have. I'm on DirectTV and had only seen G4 a few times before at a friend's house, but have watched TechTV back when it when ZDTV(?). The annoying "hip" feel g4 shows has already made me turn the channel to espn. At least with TechTV you could watch a good episode of Future Flying Machines or catch an interesting story on Tech Live. I'll stick with the Screen Savers and ditch the rest unless I KNOW a certain subject will be on.(Dane Cook at E3 was pretty good if you like his stand up)
No offense to the anime lovers, but doesn't comcast already have other outlets for anime? I fail to see the direct connection to technology, although gaming is somewhat related.
Again, no offense to anime lovers, but it seems to be in places where it shouldn't. I really don't mind it on Cartoon network(where it may belong) but would still prefer other adult swim titles. I guess it's better than many of the new kids cartoons, which can't compete with even my generation's(X) classics.
They're called legs. Work real well. For long distances an upgrade to car is needed. Before using legs(invented by Al Gore) please pay SCO as they created the foot, which was stolen from them and released as part of another package as legs. The justice department is currently investigating if legs are a monopoly for moving small distances, so use them while you can.
There is a good article about magneto-optical storage at tom's hardware. An interesting idea, which may be the best option for long term storage. I've never used it myself, but am considering using it to back-up old VHS x-mas tapes and such.
Maybe they have some other reason to use so much power for such a simple task. For example, would it be that far of a stretch to add a breath test to these? Downtown bar areas could be fitted with a breath test easily, baring any sanitation issues. Other examples could be cameras. Not that "big brother" is going to be watching you, but what if your plate number is photographed when you park. Any warrents, unpaid tickets, etc could be linked up and they'd know where to find you. I'm sure I'm missing several other things, but there could be legitimate concerns that these devices could be used for more than their intended purpose.
Isn't this just a bit much for a parking meter? The more simple a solution, usually the better. There would be a reduction in moving parts with using the new devices, but I don't think that and the network idea are enough to justify this. The fact is the more complex things are made, the better chance of something going wrong. Even in the article they mention having to fix a bug. What will happen when another bug starts shorting people ticket time and they have to deal with a mob of angry car owners? Solar power is good and all, but has it ever been used successfully on such a project? It looks like politics took control and pushed special interests ahead of common sense. At least they're not running Windows PM special ultra extreme .NET software.
I do the same thing, but with a twist. For my most secure(2 or 3) passwords I use a randomly generated mix. I write it down and lock it in my home fire-proof safe. Can't be more secure than that.
For my other passwords I use a combination of about 5 words, mixed in varying order. For the most part I remember them, but if I don't I can figure it out by trial and error. This is easy to remember and secure enough.
Passwords just aren't good enough anymore. Some other form of verifyication is needed. I once worked in a company that had strict access rules, not because of what they did but because of contracts they made with other companies. We had to use a programmed card to get into the door, and combined with a simple password to login. For the workplace, I think a similar system should be used. It is low cost, low maintance solution with "good enough" security. The internet is a different case, but I don't see normal users wanting to bother with a PGP key or such.
Very well put AC. Imagine making that statement 20 or even 10 years ago. It would have been laughed at. Of course, today we live in a world of $400 emachines and $150 xbox's. Still, it makes you wonder where the money comes from, and if it is from government if it is a sound investment or a political move.
You chew cud once and you're labeled for life.
Your name is Pig Hogger and you call someone else a redneck? Unless of course you too are a redneck, in which case I think rednecks won't mind. I've suffered an actual "red neck" every summer growing up, but I don't own a truck and my speech is goodly, dag namit.
If anyone insists on playing with an electric fence, use a damp stick to touch the wire with. It will send a mild shock. I used to do that as a kid for fun, which gives away how bored I was. I've been stunned by a stun gun, once was hit with a cattle prod, and have accidently and purposely touched an electric fence and would have to say the prod was the worst. Real smart of me huh? I hope it didn't do any permement damage. I also hope I don't have any damage from the incidents. Cows are pretty.... and somehow this all relates to ipods.
I have heard of this also happening in parts of South America and, I think, Africa. But this leads to another question.
Is this sort of access going to be used in the US? I live in a rural area, and I cannot live on a farm and have DSL or cable. The only access I could use outside of town is DirectTV's access, which is very expensive. I even live in a populated area compared to Alaska, Wyoming, or Montana for example. Anyone know of a similar idea being done in the states? I for one would move and sign up.
As far as this being used in South America, I find it ironic they have wi-fi access but lack much more important technologies, such as better roads or medicine. Of course, the information and education provided by such access may lead to better conditions. This is a huge experiment in putting the cart before the horse.
I have the habit of leaving the TV on as I do other activities. Most of the time it's background noise, but I'll pay attention when something of interest comes on.
There is quite a difference from leaving on ESPN, the news, or the history channel, rather than sitting down watching a prewashed sitcom. So in my house, the TV is on the same amount, but I actually "watch" much less.
In his bio he says that slashdot is his favorite website. If you're reading this Patrick, please reply using your real handle or not. It would be interesting to find out what the TechTv personalities think about this.
btw, I too think Patrick is the best part of the channel. He isn't the best TV personality but he seems to be down to earth. I think he would be the type of guy you'd talk tech to in a local store.
I like big business. I don't mind lawyers. I think profit is good and protection of copyrights is very important.
Now with that being said, what the hell is wrong with the DOJ?(and the RIAA) The RIAA has obviously gone insane by turning off their key demographic. Businesswise this makes absolutely no sense. But this has been known for some time.
Now I see the DOJ has gone off the deep end too. You are responsible for prosecuting IP cases and you can't draw a line for fair use? You don't see the problem when you go after someone who downloaded mp3's(non-profit use) while there are far larger concerns in the business world alone, not to mention violent crime.
There comes a certain point where one must choose their battles, and this is not a battle the DOJ or the courts should be wrapped up in. I even agree with the spirit of the law(except the DMCA) and can't imagine why the DOJ would do this.
The lawyers state several other statments which should draw concern. They state that their ethics prevent them from personal comments on the cases. Their "ethics" should be questioning their own actions. "Every law should be followed" or "I do it because it's my job" do not excuse you(LEOs) from morality. Law enforcement personal are to blame just as much as the legislators. Look at the spirit of the law, read the Declaration of Independance, and realize that by your actions people have lost part of their lives. If you ever realize the horrors you have done, good luck sleeping. And, um, thanks for the interview. At least you dodged the questions instead of not listening to them.
Actually no, the US doesn't crack down on "racist" literature, etc. Malls are private property( by law and to a degree) and therefore can decide their own rules. Schools can censor on similar grounds, so called "loco paratis"(sp?) and basicly holding the fact that schools may make their own rules just as a private organization may. That guy in the mall wasn't just wearing a T-shirt, he was also involved in other activities. He also had all charges dropped.
I don't support this crackdown, but "true" censorship comes from government, which is the only agency to enforce laws by force. Not allowing something to be posted on slashdot isn't censorship, having the government point a gun at your head and say "don't post anti-war messages!" is. I am American, so what? The patriot act was wrong but that doesn't mean a damn thing when judging another act in another country. I condemn the patriot act but I am much more protective of obvious attacks on freedom of speech. It's hard to say laws are wrong when you're not allowed to speak.
It doesn't surprise me one bit. Remember that this is a country that cracks down on "hate" speech, although whatever hate means is up to the government. They have had a history of censorship in an effort to make their country better. It's absurd just not unexpected.
In my experience with several midwest, rural companies, the support is non-existant even for their own packages. When the phone company first started offering internet access, the support just wan't there. Learning from their packages and mistakes would be a good first step.
In their case they included a netscape browser and a small program for setting up a dial-up account. This is all the support I think is really needed. A single CD with various browsers and an easy/small application for chosing what one wishes to install would do the trick. The problem with including much software is confusion, both on the side of the customer and customer support. At least in my experience, getting any decent support is impossible, so simplicity is very important.
What's really funny is the fact that most people responding (negatively) to my post go on about how I must be misinformed in "the case against M$"/macroeconomics. I'm familar with both. I stand by my original post though, in the fact that the two viewpoints are inconsistant with each other. First of all, I made a statement against intervention, but I did not offer an arguement, and this is not the time or place for such a lengthy discussion. My point is that a government cannot be fair in its application of such fuzzy laws. Microsoft can do whatever the hell they feel like doing, if some company doesn't like it then DON'T USE THE PRODUCT! M$ will fail or live on its own. Yet people talk about how unfair it is. Yet when a tax is put on CD-Rs people complain(rightfully) about how unfair it is. You can't have it both ways.
I find it funny that government interference is so selective in this forum. For instance, when it is CD-R's which are being taxed it is a horrible justice, yet when it is microsoft whose only crime (at least its only crime which is being prosecuted) is the fact that it is too big, the people come out in force on how the government isn't doing enough. When will people realize that an economy with ANY government intervention cannot be just?
Your pragmatic view is somewhat short sighted. While this technology may have no real use as of yet, the technology still has some value in and of itself because of the possibility of future uses. Did you know that Pavlov was measuring the saliva amount in dogs, completely unrelated to conditioned responses, when he discovered just what a conditioned hound would do? In this same vein, this invention(whether it be new or old) is unique to the point that it has potential to be worthwhile. The greatest asset that I could see coming from it is the ability to cut off light after a limited time with NO moveable parts(==less chance of something breaking). Or perhaps it will just go down as Divx II and that'll be that.
I don't see how this offers any real bonus to existing ways of movie rental. Pay per view allows me to rent movies from the comfort of my own smelly couch, and video/DVD rentals allow for several days worth of viewing (along with fast forward/rewind) I think this is a case of good technology with no real use. Also, if it is the removal of oxygen that maintains the DVD, maybe some airtight food storage sealers would actually have some use after all.
Your tax dollars at work. Seriously, I laughed so hard when all those dot-coms of a few years ago blew half of their money on a single ad, only to go out of business a few months later. The thing is, the government doesn't have to answer about its spending, it just has to strain its citizens a little more. In this case, it is using the money of the people it is supposed to protect and using that money to tell us(if you're a US citizen) what you can and can't do. That million dollars could help save the lives of understaffed police officiers or firefighters without proper equipment, but that doesn't make the news.
I loved Deja. It had so many memories. The first time I installed linux I found all the answers to my questions in the archives. It's amazing how the entire usenet(which is a great part of the Internet) goes unnoticed by most people. Maybe this will help some people new to the net find their answers, without attracting even more usenet spam.