So, I guess that in some cosmic sense "it all boils down to personal preference," but in the context of the actuall conversation, or the context of your original post, or the story, personal preference isn't really relevant.
No, not really. The level of feedback and what I consider good vs. what you or anyone else considers good is also a matter of preference. Some people might argue that the MS Natural Keyboards are the best, whereas I'd prefer to shove pencils in my nose and type with those rather than use the MS Natural kb. Personally, I think they have shitty feedback and are generally awkward to use.
Personally, I like the old HP clacky keyboards. However, mine simply couldn't keep up with my typing anymore. I've tried SEVERAL other keyboards and found that the Dells were the only ones with the right amount of 'action' in the keys and are able to keep up with my typing speed.
Specifically, the newer black ones that come with the desktop systems.
The only keyboard that I've tried in the last 4 months that doesn't stick when I'm typing like mad (and doesn't cause any double-types). Quiet, yet responsive.
Which game(s) are you referring to? My GF2 Ultra (I think thats what it is, definitely a GF2) looks pretty damned good in MW4, Descent 3, Q3, Mafia, and GTA3.
Instead of copper foil tape, one can use muffler tape. Its essentially a roll of superthin, supersticky aluminum and can be purchased at pretty much any automotive store.
On your last point -- there's already a product in the market that would do this. I don't remember the name of them, but they're basically a thin layer of plastic that you put on CDs to keep them from being scratched. I saw them at a Blockbuster Music.
... can we get her email address(es) so we can start signing HER up for a boatload of spam? I'd personally like to sign her up for junkamil from Custom Offers..
Normally, I wouldn't respond to such trolls but I'm in the mood.
Windows 2K and up most certainly DOES allow for portions of the drivers/files that the OS uses to be overwritten. And why would one use regclean? You obviously haven't a fucking clue in that little head of yours..
Not in the least bit. The OS mfg (MS, duh) sometimes allows for other programs to overwrite components in the OS. While this in itself isn't the smartest thing to do, it makes the job of the 3rd party developer easier. This, of course, is fixed by reinstalling whatever SP you're currently at.
As for 3rd party programs leaving behind bits after an uninstall -- this is the fault of the install/uninstall module and not the OS.
I agree completely -- "de-geeking" Linux will be better for everyone. Its just that until it gets to the point that Joe User can use it with the ease of Windows, its not going to make a dent in MS' market share.
Funny. My home PC has had an uptime of at least 2 months (excluding shutdows due to recent thunderstorms). Either somethings corrupting your environment, or you need to learn how to tweak the performance of your OS (not a slam against you, mind you..)
Use regcleaner, limit the amount of stuff end users can pile on their systems, and invest in Clean Sweep.
Its not the OS' fault that:
1) 3rd party programs leave behind files after uninstallation or overwrite files needed by the OS.
2) Users are stupid and will install/uninstall programs and OS components on a whim.
Face it, Linux only seems more stable since the GUI and command set is different from what a majority of people are use to. This doesn't make it better or more crash-proof, it only makes it more difficult to fudge up. After all, if you can't figure out how to install/uninstall something under Linux, how are you going to crash it?
That may be the case for you, but even with the hodgepodge of equipment I'm running at home, XP's been far more stable for me than 2000.
As for your program crashing under XP where it wouldn't under 2K -- you *are* aware of compatibility mode for programs, right? Besides, while they're both based on the NT kernel, they're not exactly the same beast.
When I worked in testing at Dell, we couldn't get XP Pro to spit out BSODs when 2K would do it running the same tests on the same hardware. XP Pro is even better.
Moderators: Go ahead and mark this post as a troll or flamebait, you know you can't resist even though its NOT.
...use a mobile cart with a small desktop, keyboard/mouse and LCD. The carts also have external wireless adapters (USB, I imagine) and have small UPS' on them. When the terminals aren't in use, the UPS is plugged in to keep it charged. The computers sit in locked boxes at the bottom of the stand and the wireless adapters are bolted to them.
It looks a little like a cross between an I.V. stand (6 legs with wheels) and an adjustable boom arm. It appears lightweight, and easy to get into and out of the rooms.
Its been a while since I've been in a hospital with one of these, so I can't tell you who made it.
I'd bet this would be a much easier (cheaper?) solution than a battery-powered monitor.
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So, I guess that in some cosmic sense "it all boils down to personal preference," but in the context of the actuall conversation, or the context of your original post, or the story, personal preference isn't really relevant.
No, not really. The level of feedback and what I consider good vs. what you or anyone else considers good is also a matter of preference. Some people might argue that the MS Natural Keyboards are the best, whereas I'd prefer to shove pencils in my nose and type with those rather than use the MS Natural kb. Personally, I think they have shitty feedback and are generally awkward to use.
Well, it all boils down to personal preference.
Personally, I like the old HP clacky keyboards. However, mine simply couldn't keep up with my typing anymore. I've tried SEVERAL other keyboards and found that the Dells were the only ones with the right amount of 'action' in the keys and are able to keep up with my typing speed.
Actually, you can get them directly from Dell for less than $20. See here.
Specifically, the newer black ones that come with the desktop systems.
The only keyboard that I've tried in the last 4 months that doesn't stick when I'm typing like mad (and doesn't cause any double-types). Quiet, yet responsive.
Alternately, you can try this puppy.
Which game(s) are you referring to? My GF2 Ultra (I think thats what it is, definitely a GF2) looks pretty damned good in MW4, Descent 3, Q3, Mafia, and GTA3.
.. a 4-day battery.
Where do I sign up?
No thanks, I'll stick to using my Seiko Kinetic watch and carrying my Palm IIIxe.
Should be able to pick up a nice 64MB GF2 fairly cheap.
See here ($50) or
here ($40 for MX400).
A couple of corrections:
A board inserted into the main board for purposes of "jumping" to another device is called a daughterboard.
It'd be a GPU, not a CPU
Funny, I've not had a single problem with the 40.72 drivers with my GF2.
Maybe you'd prefer to use an ATI card and have to hunt down the drivers, rather than having a set of universals.
....anyone know if they've got a trade-in program? These are hellasweeter than my old Palm IIIxe! :)
Instead of copper foil tape, one can use muffler tape. Its essentially a roll of superthin, supersticky aluminum and can be purchased at pretty much any automotive store.
Christ! And you put this thing to your head?
Let us know if you start to grow another ear, will ya?
I'd rather they do this that impose some internet sales tax, even though I rarely purchase online.
On your last point -- there's already a product in the market that would do this. I don't remember the name of them, but they're basically a thin layer of plastic that you put on CDs to keep them from being scratched. I saw them at a Blockbuster Music.
For those of us using Windows systems, HTML Guardian will encrypt contact forms directly on the webpage without need for perl - it simply uses Java.
Not really - there are a handfull of anonymous web-based remailers that can be used. Remember: Google is our friend.
... can we get her email address(es) so we can start signing HER up for a boatload of spam? I'd personally like to sign her up for junkamil from Custom Offers..
Normally, I wouldn't respond to such trolls but I'm in the mood.
Windows 2K and up most certainly DOES allow for portions of the drivers/files that the OS uses to be overwritten. And why would one use regclean? You obviously haven't a fucking clue in that little head of yours..
As for "helpdesk jockey" - uhm, no. Try again.
How do you like working at McDonald's, anyway?
Not in the least bit. The OS mfg (MS, duh) sometimes allows for other programs to overwrite components in the OS. While this in itself isn't the smartest thing to do, it makes the job of the 3rd party developer easier. This, of course, is fixed by reinstalling whatever SP you're currently at.
As for 3rd party programs leaving behind bits after an uninstall -- this is the fault of the install/uninstall module and not the OS.
I agree completely -- "de-geeking" Linux will be better for everyone. Its just that until it gets to the point that Joe User can use it with the ease of Windows, its not going to make a dent in MS' market share.
Funny. My home PC has had an uptime of at least 2 months (excluding shutdows due to recent thunderstorms). Either somethings corrupting your environment, or you need to learn how to tweak the performance of your OS (not a slam against you, mind you..)
Use regcleaner, limit the amount of stuff end users can pile on their systems, and invest in Clean Sweep.
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Its not the OS' fault that
1) 3rd party programs leave behind files after uninstallation or overwrite files needed by the OS.
2) Users are stupid and will install/uninstall programs and OS components on a whim.
Face it, Linux only seems more stable since the GUI and command set is different from what a majority of people are use to. This doesn't make it better or more crash-proof, it only makes it more difficult to fudge up. After all, if you can't figure out how to install/uninstall something under Linux, how are you going to crash it?
That may be the case for you, but even with the hodgepodge of equipment I'm running at home, XP's been far more stable for me than 2000.
As for your program crashing under XP where it wouldn't under 2K -- you *are* aware of compatibility mode for programs, right? Besides, while they're both based on the NT kernel, they're not exactly the same beast.
..and XP Pro is even *better*.
When I worked in testing at Dell, we couldn't get XP Pro to spit out BSODs when 2K would do it running the same tests on the same hardware. XP Pro is even better.
Moderators: Go ahead and mark this post as a troll or flamebait, you know you can't resist even though its NOT.
...use a mobile cart with a small desktop, keyboard/mouse and LCD. The carts also have external wireless adapters (USB, I imagine) and have small UPS' on them. When the terminals aren't in use, the UPS is plugged in to keep it charged. The computers sit in locked boxes at the bottom of the stand and the wireless adapters are bolted to them.
It looks a little like a cross between an I.V. stand (6 legs with wheels) and an adjustable boom arm. It appears lightweight, and easy to get into and out of the rooms.
Its been a while since I've been in a hospital with one of these, so I can't tell you who made it.
I'd bet this would be a much easier (cheaper?) solution than a battery-powered monitor.