Why do I have the sinking feeling that the RIAA recycled one of their trite media responses, crossing off 12-year-old Brianna's name and replacing it with MIT's?
Come to think of it, both Brianna's mom and MIT thought they were getting file-sharing services which were RIAA-compliant.
They also apologized to themselves. ("The Simpsons" to Fox News)
Which network/channel/show will be the first to parody this on a show? My money is on "Daily Show" on Comedy Central. Fox has opened itself up to legally-protected ridicule.
For example the Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798 were blatantly unconstitutional and designed to give the government the power to crack down on their opponents. Of course it wasn't taken out until 1840, not exactly a quick response.
The Sedition Act had a "Sunset Provision":
SEC. 4. And be it further enacted, That this act shall continue and be in force until the third day of March, one thousand eight hundred and one, and no longer: Provided, that the expiration of the act shall not prevent or defeat a prosecution and punishment of any offence against the law, during the time it shall be in force.
I hate waiting in a checkout line so a union checker can check me out. I want to scan my items as I shop so I can leave quickly. Sure, self-checkout is ok, but this is even better.
In addition, legions of first-time, hormone-raging teenage boys will be able to buy condoms without the requisite embarassing encounter at the checkout booth.
(Not to mention doting husbands buying items for 'feminine protection' for their wives.)
Unless you have enough money not to care, or are in a union powerful enough to stick by/up for you, that is the terms of employment in 21st Century America.
Welcome to your well-regulated life. The schools cover it with "Code of Conduct", and businesses continue it with "Policies and Procedures for Employees".
When you retire, you'll probably be covered under "Retirement Home Procedures for Residents".
If you'd looked at Google before posting something like this, you'd have noticed that this is a quote that has been floating around for a while. So it's just part of the author's signature.
But... but I saw it on the Internet AND I saw it on Slashdot, so it must be true!
Diebold wants to make voting illegal! Tell your neighbors! Think of the children!
Diebold must have also been behind 9/11 along with Saddam Hussein.
For me, I'm all for keeping not only local radio stations, but keeping radio stations local. I heard about a tornado warning over the radio coming in my direction ten minutes from me (and I was five minutes away from home). Weather, traffic, breaking news, events that happen while you're NOT in front of a TV -- that's where radio's strong point remains.
I'm constantly fighting against end users that install spy/adware. I'm losing the battle and re-imaging machines on a daily basis... I'm looking for tips on reducing downtime due to this junk being installed. Any tips would be appreciated.
Originally intended only for emergency vehicles, the $300 MIRT (mobile infrared transmitter) emits an infrared beam that signals traffic signals to turn green and gives the vehicle the right-of-way. It is only a matter of time before self-centered drivers start using the devices widely to skirt traffic congestion, which is creating fears that chaos will ensue.
Computer Support Version: "Let's give everyone Admin Rights!"
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I can't get the mantra out of my head:
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Napster Bad!
Napster Bad!
Napster Bad!
Napster Bad!
Why do I have the sinking feeling that the RIAA recycled one of their trite media responses, crossing off 12-year-old Brianna's name and replacing it with MIT's?
Come to think of it, both Brianna's mom and MIT thought they were getting file-sharing services which were RIAA-compliant.
Hmmmm.....
If you can afford it the 2nd amendment _does_ give you the right to parity with the government.
So, if you become rich beyond your wildest dreams, you'd rather spend it on HumVees, Harrier Jets, Apache Helicopters, and associated firepower?
Give me the scaled-down decadance of a bubblebath with Keira Knightly, Elisha Cuthbert, and Jeri Ryan, thank you.
This is Slashdot, the only problems with people's sex life here is that they don't have one.
In addition to "IANAL" posts, we can add "IANAST" (I Am Not A Sex Therapist) posts.
They also apologized to themselves. ("The Simpsons" to Fox News)
Which network/channel/show will be the first to parody this on a show? My money is on "Daily Show" on Comedy Central. Fox has opened itself up to legally-protected ridicule.
... the slightly-used "Mission Accomplished!" banner hanging outside his office.
For example the Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798 were blatantly unconstitutional and designed to give the government the power to crack down on their opponents. Of course it wasn't taken out until 1840, not exactly a quick response.
The Sedition Act had a "Sunset Provision":
SEC. 4. And be it further enacted, That this act shall continue and be in force until the third day of March, one thousand eight hundred and one, and no longer: Provided, that the expiration of the act shall not prevent or defeat a prosecution and punishment of any offence against the law, during the time it shall be in force.
>>Finally, the U.S. military has incredible power.
>All the more reason for the citizens to be able to defend themselves.
The 2nd Amendment does not entitle you to non-nuclear parity with the government.
This one could arrive as early as Thursday (Oct. 30th) afternoon. (insert end-of-the-world statement here).
Well, that's moot for another year, thanks to the Yankees and Marlins....
I hate waiting in a checkout line so a union checker can check me out. I want to scan my items as I shop so I can leave quickly. Sure, self-checkout is ok, but this is even better.
In addition, legions of first-time, hormone-raging teenage boys will be able to buy condoms without the requisite embarassing encounter at the checkout booth.
(Not to mention doting husbands buying items for 'feminine protection' for their wives.)
It reminds me of the Scientology approach: if anyone says anything bad about you, use the courts to silence them. Lovely.
Unless you're the government. Them you are the courts. Lovely Department of Justice.
Finally, we can destroy our mice overlords!
I, for one, welcome our new viral scientist overlor ---
Oh hell. Which way to the glue factory with this dead horse?
I should have you around instead of Consumer Reports.
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Now, can you hunt for ISPs for the rest of
"For Cause".
Unless you have enough money not to care, or are in a union powerful enough to stick by/up for you, that is the terms of employment in 21st Century America.
Welcome to your well-regulated life. The schools cover it with "Code of Conduct", and businesses continue it with "Policies and Procedures for Employees".
When you retire, you'll probably be covered under "Retirement Home Procedures for Residents".
If you'd looked at Google before posting something like this, you'd have noticed that this is a quote that has been floating around for a while. So it's just part of the author's signature.
But... but I saw it on the Internet AND I saw it on Slashdot, so it must be true!
Diebold wants to make voting illegal! Tell your neighbors! Think of the children!
Diebold must have also been behind 9/11 along with Saddam Hussein.
But not as a cash cow.
From a previous discussion, Pollux gives a good account when radio stations are used for non-RIAA emergency situation. The Minot event is particularly chilling.
For me, I'm all for keeping not only local radio stations, but keeping radio stations local. I heard about a tornado warning over the radio coming in my direction ten minutes from me (and I was five minutes away from home). Weather, traffic, breaking news, events that happen while you're NOT in front of a TV -- that's where radio's strong point remains.
How does the Mach 5 handle at Mach 5?
I'm constantly fighting against end users that install spy/adware. I'm losing the battle and re-imaging machines on a daily basis... I'm looking for tips on reducing downtime due to this junk being installed. Any tips would be appreciated.
Courtesy of the Master of Suspense, Alfred Hitchcock:
Every time they download spy/adware, they lose a finger.
Watch compliance go up drastically.
s, WMDs, it's all the same...
Good. someone made the WMD/MP3 funny.
Does this mean we'll see also two Representatives suspended from Congress for heckling the Australian Prime Minister on this issue?
Yes, yes, I'll wait for the air-borne porcine and the Red Sox/Cubs World Series....
Originally intended only for emergency vehicles, the $300 MIRT (mobile infrared transmitter) emits an infrared beam that signals traffic signals to turn green and gives the vehicle the right-of-way. It is only a matter of time before self-centered drivers start using the devices widely to skirt traffic congestion, which is creating fears that chaos will ensue.
Computer Support Version:
"Let's give everyone Admin Rights!"
Who's designing this.... Microsoft?
of the evil-doer, and it is the RIAA, who shakes his bony fist and exclaims, "darn you meddling computer scientists!"
I prefer, "CURSE YOU, POWERPUFF GIRLS!!!!!"
offering money to kids who turn other kids in...
"Rat on your friends, redeem valuable prizes!"
I'm saving my boxtops for the Elia Kazan Commemorative Lifetime Achievement Action Figure, With Kung-Fu Grip.
However, the bill, referred to as the 'Can Spam' bill, is unlikely to pass the House and be signed by the President.
They should have called it something like "Mary Sue's Law for Liberty and Freedom". It would have been signed by dinnertime today.
Also, have a link between spam, Bin Laden, Hussain, and peodphiliac drunk drivers.
If it's bought out by Elmore Leonard and Danny Devito, then we can claim Gator is SpyKidsMom.
Specially developed for KarenSisco Systems.
it's bought out by Elmore Leonard and Danny Devito, then we can claim Gator is SkyKidsMom.
Specially developed for KarenSisco Systems.