I doubt anyone cares about #1. I'm sure it's all about #2. Especially when you look at the popularity of multiplayer games vs. single player games, and where development is focused on. (Stinks for me, since I can eventually beat an AI, but there are always people that spend waaaaayyy more time on a multiplayer, so I can't even pretend to compete.)
I agree with the National Guard. I believe there is some obscure law somewhere that allows nationalization of the Guard for federal purposes. It's crap, of course. It even violates it own name! Traditionally, the NG was under the power of the governors. Now, who knows the rules; they seem to change daily.
If you cannot properly express yourself, you will not be taken seriously. In this case, your misuse of the word completely changes the meaning of the sentence, if not outright making it nonsense.
The AC pointed out a mistake in a constructive way. If he/she had been a jerk about it, I would understand your consternation. Embrace constructive criticism; it will only make you better.
As to your discussion, the legality of the situation is basically moot due to current realities. Even if Perry moved on his threat, what would happen? I obviously do not know, but I would expect a great big yawn from mostly everyone. The US can take out basically any nation in the world, what is the chance that one state, or even a group of states, would be able to take on the rest of the nation in a Quixotic attempt for sovereignty? And that is dismissing the possibility of Mexico taking the opportunity to retake some land in the meantime.
That's cool. If you don't want to see me, the odds are I don't want to be around you, either. Hence, we're both better off with you staying in your house. No problems, no worries.
Yep, the libraries have 1 or 2 copies. If everyone didn't buy the books, good luck getting hold of one of those copies. Another scam is that a new edition will be released every 2 years or so, with the difference being a few different problems, maybe some case studies, that kind of stuff. Profs would actually tell us, don't buy the 7th edition, the 3rd edition is fine, I'll tell you the differences if it's important. Except for the profs that wrote the book, then you HAD TO HAVE THE LATEST BOOK! But even 2nd hand books will generally only get you 1/2 price.
Textbooks are just one huge scam. I won't complain about a brand new book, because that first edition pays back all the work that went into that book. After that, new editions are just bonus money, except for every 3rd or 4th iteration when it gets overhauled.
Now that big companies will just bludgeon people with lawsuits, is it possible to even defend oneself with the Fair Use doctrine? Note, I am talking about only those that are within Fair Use boundaries, which this case sounds like. I do movie reviews as a hobby, am I going to get hit with a suit for posting some screen captures now? Or quoting dialogue?
Forget the Corporate States of America, welcome to the Judicial State of America.
Makes me wonder the breakdown of those paying to see him vs. the ladies. Because, damn, he is not an attractive sight. But you're right, different strokes for some "really" different folks (at least from my perspective). Heh.
I guess I was not clear- I was talking about how you were saying you disappear for 2 weeks and get fired and divorced because you couldn't tell anyone that you had jury duty. TFA was in-trial stuff. You get called to be a juror, I know of no law that say you can't tell your boss and wife "I have jury duty." Sure, you'll have to prove it after the verdict since you can't give any details during the trial.
Holy crap! I tried to come up with the stupidest thing possible, and someone has already done it. I must have to much faith in people. And I'm not a car guy!
^^ True those. I didn't feel like breaking down everything; I'd be here all night.
The professional angle is one that is at least, interesting. I've had top level bosses that would get blotted at every company party, and it was officially called "being a character." At the time I was entry level, so I just drank soda, just in case. Some others didn't, and the following week rumors of the boss(es) being displeased were circulating. For things like "Bob had 3(!!!) beers."
And that was for people at the same party. With a picture, you can say whatever you want. As far as I know I have 3 pictures on the internet- one of me with the Lego sea dragon at Disney, one a Christmas family pic, and one with my goddaughter and her godmother. Maybe I'm a dungeon and dragons fanatic!
In conclusion to this ramble, yep, just an innocent pic can bury you if the wrong person sees it. Used to be "if it's not illegal nor hurting anyone, it's cool." Now- "You WILL conform to what I believe is right." Yes, a blight and sad.
Because people and the media are stupid. If you say "conservative" or "liberal" all the other words go in one ear and out the other. I'm a fiscal conservative in the sense that the Fed Gov needs to spend less money (though I have yet to see any plans that really make any sense), but I don't give a hoot on social issues. Gay marriage, abortion, etc. I don't really care because I got my views and what you do isn't hurting me (until you get into the extreme and people start getting hurt and killed).
I guess I'm your social-liberal/fiscal-conservative guy.
Especially DRM'd e-books with lock-in. Physical books are more expensive since you have to print, ship, maybe ship again. As physical books start going away ("Look at the overhead we're saving on going all e-book!"), and e-books become more popular, why wouldn't expect to see price creep?
(This is in response to the discussions on pricing above, in which I didn't see this point brought up.)
If you're an adult, no problem going to a bar/party. Just don't strip to your undies and and poor beer on yourself. If you're married, don't go out to public places with the prostitute/mistress. Don't throw wild keggers in your backyard. If you're going to go through this much trouble not to have your picture taken, you may want to 1) rethink your priorities, or 2) do such things in relative privacy with people you trust.
If you're still young, go be an idiot. That's what college is for, generally.
Every year I read one or more stories about how some dumbwit in some town is offended by any and/or everything the town does at this time of year. Lights, decorations, a blowup Santa, Star Wars parade... someone gets offended. Though this year at least one town told the person to gently sod off.
Basically what the last line of TFS said, but not from an accidental misuse, but because of someone who thinks he's "an awesome programmer/hacker" and somehow mixes his coolant fluid with the oil. (Yeah, yeah, not possible, hyperbole allowance).
You can't reject out of hand. You need to show up, and maybe they'll call you into the courtroom. If you get selected, you're normally asked various questions by the prosecution, defense, and sometimes the judge. If you say something like "I can't judge this fairly," there's a good chance you're not going to be on the jury.
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cat, dog, and monkey Photoshops?
I'll miss those.
Saying "I stream with my Box" doesn't sound so nifty either, though.
You are free to fix all these mistakes when you build your own LAN house.
I doubt anyone cares about #1. I'm sure it's all about #2. Especially when you look at the popularity of multiplayer games vs. single player games, and where development is focused on. (Stinks for me, since I can eventually beat an AI, but there are always people that spend waaaaayyy more time on a multiplayer, so I can't even pretend to compete.)
Don't forget electricity! Good for the winter where the bodies warm the place, real bad in the summer when the AC is running like a marathon.
I agree with the National Guard. I believe there is some obscure law somewhere that allows nationalization of the Guard for federal purposes. It's crap, of course. It even violates it own name! Traditionally, the NG was under the power of the governors. Now, who knows the rules; they seem to change daily.
If you cannot properly express yourself, you will not be taken seriously. In this case, your misuse of the word completely changes the meaning of the sentence, if not outright making it nonsense.
The AC pointed out a mistake in a constructive way. If he/she had been a jerk about it, I would understand your consternation. Embrace constructive criticism; it will only make you better.
As to your discussion, the legality of the situation is basically moot due to current realities. Even if Perry moved on his threat, what would happen? I obviously do not know, but I would expect a great big yawn from mostly everyone. The US can take out basically any nation in the world, what is the chance that one state, or even a group of states, would be able to take on the rest of the nation in a Quixotic attempt for sovereignty? And that is dismissing the possibility of Mexico taking the opportunity to retake some land in the meantime.
That's cool. If you don't want to see me, the odds are I don't want to be around you, either. Hence, we're both better off with you staying in your house. No problems, no worries.
Yep, the libraries have 1 or 2 copies. If everyone didn't buy the books, good luck getting hold of one of those copies. Another scam is that a new edition will be released every 2 years or so, with the difference being a few different problems, maybe some case studies, that kind of stuff. Profs would actually tell us, don't buy the 7th edition, the 3rd edition is fine, I'll tell you the differences if it's important. Except for the profs that wrote the book, then you HAD TO HAVE THE LATEST BOOK! But even 2nd hand books will generally only get you 1/2 price.
Textbooks are just one huge scam. I won't complain about a brand new book, because that first edition pays back all the work that went into that book. After that, new editions are just bonus money, except for every 3rd or 4th iteration when it gets overhauled.
Now that big companies will just bludgeon people with lawsuits, is it possible to even defend oneself with the Fair Use doctrine? Note, I am talking about only those that are within Fair Use boundaries, which this case sounds like. I do movie reviews as a hobby, am I going to get hit with a suit for posting some screen captures now? Or quoting dialogue?
Forget the Corporate States of America, welcome to the Judicial State of America.
If it's not your friend, you hang up, wait a minute, then call back.
Makes me wonder the breakdown of those paying to see him vs. the ladies. Because, damn, he is not an attractive sight. But you're right, different strokes for some "really" different folks (at least from my perspective). Heh.
I guess I was not clear- I was talking about how you were saying you disappear for 2 weeks and get fired and divorced because you couldn't tell anyone that you had jury duty. TFA was in-trial stuff. You get called to be a juror, I know of no law that say you can't tell your boss and wife "I have jury duty." Sure, you'll have to prove it after the verdict since you can't give any details during the trial.
Does that make more sense?
Holy crap! I tried to come up with the stupidest thing possible, and someone has already done it. I must have to much faith in people. And I'm not a car guy!
^^
True those. I didn't feel like breaking down everything; I'd be here all night.
The professional angle is one that is at least, interesting. I've had top level bosses that would get blotted at every company party, and it was officially called "being a character." At the time I was entry level, so I just drank soda, just in case. Some others didn't, and the following week rumors of the boss(es) being displeased were circulating. For things like "Bob had 3(!!!) beers."
And that was for people at the same party. With a picture, you can say whatever you want. As far as I know I have 3 pictures on the internet- one of me with the Lego sea dragon at Disney, one a Christmas family pic, and one with my goddaughter and her godmother. Maybe I'm a dungeon and dragons fanatic!
In conclusion to this ramble, yep, just an innocent pic can bury you if the wrong person sees it. Used to be "if it's not illegal nor hurting anyone, it's cool." Now- "You WILL conform to what I believe is right." Yes, a blight and sad.
Yeah, I realized that a bit later. But it would be much better with a fine microbrew! Shows good taste.
Because people and the media are stupid. If you say "conservative" or "liberal" all the other words go in one ear and out the other. I'm a fiscal conservative in the sense that the Fed Gov needs to spend less money (though I have yet to see any plans that really make any sense), but I don't give a hoot on social issues. Gay marriage, abortion, etc. I don't really care because I got my views and what you do isn't hurting me (until you get into the extreme and people start getting hurt and killed).
I guess I'm your social-liberal/fiscal-conservative guy.
Especially DRM'd e-books with lock-in. Physical books are more expensive since you have to print, ship, maybe ship again. As physical books start going away ("Look at the overhead we're saving on going all e-book!"), and e-books become more popular, why wouldn't expect to see price creep?
(This is in response to the discussions on pricing above, in which I didn't see this point brought up.)
If you're an adult, no problem going to a bar/party. Just don't strip to your undies and and poor beer on yourself. If you're married, don't go out to public places with the prostitute/mistress. Don't throw wild keggers in your backyard. If you're going to go through this much trouble not to have your picture taken, you may want to 1) rethink your priorities, or 2) do such things in relative privacy with people you trust.
If you're still young, go be an idiot. That's what college is for, generally.
Every year I read one or more stories about how some dumbwit in some town is offended by any and/or everything the town does at this time of year. Lights, decorations, a blowup Santa, Star Wars parade... someone gets offended. Though this year at least one town told the person to gently sod off.
Damn, wish I had some mod points right now. +1 Brilliant.
Basically what the last line of TFS said, but not from an accidental misuse, but because of someone who thinks he's "an awesome programmer/hacker" and somehow mixes his coolant fluid with the oil. (Yeah, yeah, not possible, hyperbole allowance).
So what you're saying is you want all the goodies without any of the work? Gotcha.
They're not required, but some will cover the balance for a short period of time.
You can't reject out of hand. You need to show up, and maybe they'll call you into the courtroom. If you get selected, you're normally asked various questions by the prosecution, defense, and sometimes the judge. If you say something like "I can't judge this fairly," there's a good chance you're not going to be on the jury.