Slashdot Mirror


User: wesk

wesk's activity in the archive.

Stories
0
Comments
26
First seen
Last seen
Profile
(view on slashdot.org)

Comments · 26

  1. Re:Using encryption is the better option on Where Old Hard Disks (with Digital Secrets) Go To Die · · Score: 0

    If a drive head was no longer functional then you'd have to disassemble the unit, remove the disk, mount in another unit and then wipe it, right?

  2. Re:"In minutes" on Pwn2own 2014 Set To Hunt Unicorns · · Score: 1

    What's the basis for your generalization of those who watch CSI "and its ilk"? I used to watch one of those shows, and while I realize that the technical abilities portrayed might not be realistic or even possible, I enjoyed the show for other reasons.

  3. Re:At least Princeton... on Facebook Mocks 'Infection' Study, Predicts Princeton's Demise · · Score: 0

    Well, you might be in the majority there, but it's definitely considered a "good value" to some. We can't pass judgment on those that spend a significant amount of time on the site. If they enjoy it then it has value. And it's still free (unless you want to argue that the ads are sending me subliminal messages to buy their products).

  4. Re:great announcement on Alcatel-Lucent Gives DSL Networks a Gigabit Boost · · Score: 0

    I haven't looked into satellite service in a long time, but cable isn't an option for me. I'm grateful for my DSL service.

  5. Re:The original /. on Goodbye, Lotus 1-2-3 · · Score: 0

    I was very impressed with 1-2-3 back in the day. Remember the wonderful macro "IDE" we worked with?

  6. Re:Playing the race card again on Florida Teen Expelled and Arrested For Science Experiment · · Score: 0

    Racism exists in the US as well as everywhere else. Exactly how do you quantify it? Specifically, what does "huge" mean?

  7. Re: How about Python or something? on 'CodeSpells' Video Game Teaches Children Java Programming · · Score: 0

    I suppose I'm a knuckle-dragger. After reading about interfaces and seeing a few examples where I work I still don't understand how they are beneficial. I assume they're essentially the same in Java and C# (what is used here). Please enlighten this noob with a pointer to a good tutorial that shows why I would want to use them.

  8. Re:And remember kids. on FAA Grants Arlington Texas Police Department Permission To Fly UAVs · · Score: 0

    A few nails or tacks could also easily disable a squad car...but I wouldn't recommend you attempt either of these.

  9. Re:Goodwill on Ask Slashdot: How To Donate Older Computers to Charity? · · Score: 0

    Will Goodwill really accept them? Seems like they're more particular these days about accepting stuff that's not like new.

  10. Re:A Mature Local Machine Product vs Immature Clou on Google Docs Vs. Microsoft Word: an Even Matchup? · · Score: 0

    Which question did you answer? I guess it's "What types of functions are used and how are they implemented?". Yes, I read that part. Although the author says a lot, I was really hoping to see some specific code samples. I'm not saying MS is awesome; in fact, I've been frustrated by some Excel VBA bugs myself, but my experience is nothing close to what the author is claiming.

  11. Re:A Mature Local Machine Product vs Immature Clou on Google Docs Vs. Microsoft Word: an Even Matchup? · · Score: 0

    So half of my macros will break after upgrading Excel? That seems a bit extreme to me, and I haven't experienced that problem. Besides, I would think that the survivability of a given macro depends on the nature of the code. What types of functions are used and how are they implemented? Wouldn't most IT teams require regression testing at a minimum if any parts of the infrastructure changed? I visited the Excel rant page you referenced. The author mentioned a "multiple document open bug", but I didn't see any other specific references to existing functionality that required updating. IMO the author just hates MS, since I found this comment in one of his procedure declarations: "Gag me with Bill Gates' greed".

  12. Post Title on The Case Against DNA · · Score: 0

    If the author suggests "how did it get there?" is the more appropriate question, then why did he use the title "The case against DNA"? It suggests DNA cannot reliably be tied to an individual.

  13. Re:Good read for interns? on Book Review: Think Like a Programmer · · Score: 0

    My book... I mean Mr. Spraul's book... would make an excellent gift.

  14. Re:prove your memory on Bill "The Science Guy" Nye Says Creationism Is Not Appropriate For Children · · Score: 0

    I bet you pull down a lot of bucks as a professional philosopher

  15. Re:prove your memory on Bill "The Science Guy" Nye Says Creationism Is Not Appropriate For Children · · Score: 0

    Let me consult my dictionary and get back to you

  16. Re:Translation for the "Normal Guy" on Bill "The Science Guy" Nye Says Creationism Is Not Appropriate For Children · · Score: -1

    Seems like you have it backwards. Creationists are unwilling to accept ideas backed by scientific methods that don't agree with what they were taught to believe.

  17. Re:prove your memory on Bill "The Science Guy" Nye Says Creationism Is Not Appropriate For Children · · Score: -1

    Huh?

  18. So any statement issued by an elected official means the government is in total agreement? Not by a long shot. I'm not saying there's no history of human rights violations committed by the U.S., but who ever said "America can do no wrong"?

  19. Re:Every keyboard is washable on Logitech Releases Washable Keyboard · · Score: 1

    I prefer to just strap the stuff to the roof of my car and run it through the car wash.

  20. Whether or not the content is "worthy" of being classified is irrelevant. Once the government labels it as such then it can't be accessed without proper authorization.

  21. Right on! This is not a freedom of speech issue.

  22. Re:Oh, the delicious irony! on Ecuador Grants Asylum To Julian Assange · · Score: 1

    Who says hypocrits can't accuse others? Does Ecuador deserve a free ride for this reason? The US goverment did wage war against Iraq under a different administration. How long can you use this excuse to claim that the US is hypocritical?

  23. Re:Compensatory depletion on Baskerville Is the Greatest Font, Statistically, Says Filmmaker Errol Morris · · Score: 1

    Don't ya just hate those lowly undergraduates? They're just scum.

  24. Re:Simple solution on Secret Security Questions Are a Joke · · Score: 1

    How do you know that she's cute? I didn't realize customer service departments were using Skype nowadays.

  25. Re:So much hate here... on Viacom and DirecTV Reach New Agreement · · Score: 1

    My kids had a TV in their room as well (gasp!). I guess I'm fortunate that no one ratted me out to the local Child Protective Services agency.