This is actually great news for me. My camera (Canon A70) started exhibiting this problem about 8 months ago. I had no idea of the cause and it happened intermittently so I worked around it. I finally took it to a local place to see about getting it repaired and they said it would have to be shipped back to Canon and there was a flat fee for all repairs (~$125 + shipping). I didn't want to spend that much on a camera that isn't worth much more than that so I figured I was pretty much stuck until I could buy a new one. I'm certainly glad I didn't spring for that repair before now.
The best way I've found for dealing with these (and annoying flash, too) is to use a bookmarklet that replaces all objects, embeds & iframes in a page with a one word strike-through of the object replaced (object, embed, or iframe).
Here's a link to all the different versions for IE, Mozilla & Opera.
Re:Next generation game engines
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Doom 3 Alpha Leaked
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· Score: 2, Informative
I got the editor to work after messing around with it for a bit. I had to use GTKRadient to create an empty project, then I copied the project file into the doom/base/scripts dir. Now it starts up and loads and I can play around with it. Only problem is that it is difficult to edit when your resolution is at 640x480 =(
The editor is included in the game executable. Just bring down the console and type: editor. It will try to start the map editor. It crashes for me because there isn't a project file to open, but I haven't looked that hard. There is also a built in sound and light editor.
You can rebind the keys with standard quake 3 commands. Try this:
bind w _forward bind s _back bind a _moveleft bind d _moveright
There's also a flashlight in the game that is missing a texture. You can copy flashlight2.tga to flashlight3.tga and it will work. Framerate drops significantly when you use it.
I get around 20 - 25 fps. The more ram you have, the better it seems to run. It will occaisonally drop down to very low frame rates (5 fps). Especially when you are getting mauled by an imp =). I've had a few crashes, mostly from missing models or when I try to launch the editor's.
It's not the max frame rate, it's the min frame rate that matters. In the midst of a huge fragfest, you don't want your framerate to drop from 85fps -> 20fps. That will get you fragged. I would far prefer to have the extra power that will keep high, sustainable frame rates. Besides, I can't tell the difference between 4x aa and 16x aa in the middle of a firefight.
The real problem with all these fancy new colors is when it's time to upgrade external peripherals. I doubt you'll ever find anything to match the anodized blue and sticking a beige cd burner in that thing will look like ass. You can find black if you search. There are a few sites that specialize in it, like this.
Actually, it's pretty useful for getting answers to quick questions from colleagues. Instead of traipsing(sp?) down the hall or emailing the person, just IM them. Everyone at the office uses it and it has helped my productivity. I no longer get snagged into whatever is going on outside my office.
There is one major problem with your theory. GAMES! People may buy a computer initially to get on the internet, but the next thing they try are games. Without much improved game support, linux will not have a chance of taking over the desktop. And not just 3d games either. There needs to be a large selection of educational titles as well.
I watched a few episodes of CSI last season and gave up in disgust. While the science angle is nice to see, the characters of the show are ridiculous. Since when do scientists go and interrogate suspects?!? This happened on two consecutive episodes and that was enough for me.
This is somewhat OT, but what about the f*cking avon lady. She keeps throwing those idiot catalogues in my driveway. I've already informed this woman that I am not interested in this crap and don't want them on 3 different occasions. What can I do? The cops are not gonna respond to this (and rightly so, they've got more important stuff to do). I've taken to signing her email address (which she puts on the label) up to receive a bunch of newsletters and crap, but I still don't want to see them anymore. If anyone has any ideas, I'd be glad to hear them.
Thanks,
Re:But what about hot dogs and apple pie?
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The Future of MREs
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I will second that. Those were the most disgusting things I have ever eaten. The MRE's on the list don't look to bad. The one's we ate when I was in (1990-1994) were really bad. Most were inedible. I would pray for a beef stew, but usually get stuck with an omelette (shudders).
I would normally not go with a monthly fee for a service like this. However, who knows if Tivo will even be around in 2 years (the amount of time for monthly fees of $10/month to equal upfront purchase). Not only that, but the subscription doesn't transfer between units. I will most likely get a new model in the next 2 years, hopefully with built in networkability and have to pay that fee all over again. Something to think about.
As I was sitting here reading the comments on this article on my lunch hour, I got handed a stack of 5 of these notices. All 5 of them are for businesses that used to be at this location that have been closed for at least a year. I've been hearing the BSA's radio spots here in Orlando for the past couple of weeks. They are complete FUD, designed for business owners who have no idea what a software license is. My plan is to carefully ignore them.
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Teri Hatcher has gone far downhill since her Lois & Clark days. She is quite the freak show now.
Exhibit A: http://www.wwtdd.com/index.php?type=cat&name=more% 20Teri%20Hatcher
That would be Quest of the Delta Knights. A truly epic film. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107910/
This is actually great news for me. My camera (Canon A70) started exhibiting this problem about 8 months ago. I had no idea of the cause and it happened intermittently so I worked around it. I finally took it to a local place to see about getting it repaired and they said it would have to be shipped back to Canon and there was a flat fee for all repairs (~$125 + shipping). I didn't want to spend that much on a camera that isn't worth much more than that so I figured I was pretty much stuck until I could buy a new one. I'm certainly glad I didn't spring for that repair before now.
The best way I've found for dealing with these (and annoying flash, too) is to use a bookmarklet that replaces all objects, embeds & iframes in a page with a one word strike-through of the object replaced (object, embed, or iframe).
Here's a link to all the different versions for IE, Mozilla & Opera.
I got the editor to work after messing around with it for a bit. I had to use GTKRadient to create an empty project, then I copied the project file into the doom/base/scripts dir. Now it starts up and loads and I can play around with it. Only problem is that it is difficult to edit when your resolution is at 640x480 =(
The editor is included in the game executable. Just bring down the console and type: editor. It will try to start the map editor. It crashes for me because there isn't a project file to open, but I haven't looked that hard. There is also a built in sound and light editor.
You can rebind the keys with standard quake 3 commands. Try this:
bind w _forward
bind s _back
bind a _moveleft
bind d _moveright
There's also a flashlight in the game that is missing a texture. You can copy flashlight2.tga to flashlight3.tga and it will work. Framerate drops significantly when you use it.
bind e flashlight
I get around 20 - 25 fps. The more ram you have, the better it seems to run. It will occaisonally drop down to very low frame rates (5 fps). Especially when you are getting mauled by an imp =). I've had a few crashes, mostly from missing models or when I try to launch the editor's.
Specs: Athlon 1700+, 768 MB ram, ti4200, Win2k
And here's the supporting evidence: http://www.glyphweb.com/arda/
It's not the max frame rate, it's the min frame rate that matters. In the midst of a huge fragfest, you don't want your framerate to drop from 85fps -> 20fps. That will get you fragged. I would far prefer to have the extra power that will keep high, sustainable frame rates. Besides, I can't tell the difference between 4x aa and 16x aa in the middle of a firefight.
Um.....No.
This is the W32/Badtrans-B virus. You can find out about it here.
We are actually talking about the different variants of the W32.Klez.gen@mm virus.
If you are really an "engineer" at a small security firm, you might want to try looking at the correct virus next time.
Head down to orlando for the one at Pleasure Island. Depending on where in Georgia you live, it might not be more than 3 or 4 hours drive.
I believe Professor Chaos and General Disarray are already on this.
The real problem with all these fancy new colors is when it's time to upgrade external peripherals. I doubt you'll ever find anything to match the anodized blue and sticking a beige cd burner in that thing will look like ass. You can find black if you search. There are a few sites that specialize in it, like this.
For serial LCD scrollers, go to Matrix Orbital. They have quite a selection at multiple price points.
Plus, there are ton's of software out there for controlling them. Try here.
Of course, you could write your own, and they have some sample code to get you started here (near the bottom of the page).
Actually, that sounds more like a Bipolar Disorder.
Actually, it's pretty useful for getting answers to quick questions from colleagues. Instead of traipsing(sp?) down the hall or emailing the person, just IM them. Everyone at the office uses it and it has helped my productivity. I no longer get snagged into whatever is going on outside my office.
You forgot Prey (the quake 1 killer)!
why pay yahoo 20/month for only pop3 forwarding when you can get dialup + email + webspace for the same price..
Maybe because it is $20/year, not $20/month.
There is one major problem with your theory. GAMES! People may buy a computer initially to get on the internet, but the next thing they try are games. Without much improved game support, linux will not have a chance of taking over the desktop. And not just 3d games either. There needs to be a large selection of educational titles as well.
I watched a few episodes of CSI last season and gave up in disgust. While the science angle is nice to see, the characters of the show are ridiculous. Since when do scientists go and interrogate suspects?!? This happened on two consecutive episodes and that was enough for me.
This is somewhat OT, but what about the f*cking avon lady. She keeps throwing those idiot catalogues in my driveway. I've already informed this woman that I am not interested in this crap and don't want them on 3 different occasions. What can I do? The cops are not gonna respond to this (and rightly so, they've got more important stuff to do). I've taken to signing her email address (which she puts on the label) up to receive a bunch of newsletters and crap, but I still don't want to see them anymore. If anyone has any ideas, I'd be glad to hear them.
Thanks,
I will second that. Those were the most disgusting things I have ever eaten. The MRE's on the list don't look to bad. The one's we ate when I was in (1990-1994) were really bad. Most were inedible. I would pray for a beef stew, but usually get stuck with an omelette (shudders).
I would normally not go with a monthly fee for a service like this. However, who knows if Tivo will even be around in 2 years (the amount of time for monthly fees of $10/month to equal upfront purchase). Not only that, but the subscription doesn't transfer between units. I will most likely get a new model in the next 2 years, hopefully with built in networkability and have to pay that fee all over again. Something to think about.
As I was sitting here reading the comments on this article on my lunch hour, I got handed a stack of 5 of these notices. All 5 of them are for businesses that used to be at this location that have been closed for at least a year. I've been hearing the BSA's radio spots here in Orlando for the past couple of weeks. They are complete FUD, designed for business owners who have no idea what a software license is. My plan is to carefully ignore them.