hrm, somethings amiss, me thinks
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Itanium Problems
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· Score: 5, Insightful
"It has taken an entire decade, an estimated $5 billion and teams of hundreds of engineers from the two companies to bring the first Itanium chip to market. As the struggles and costs mount for the companies, skeptical technologists say Itanium now has the hallmarks of a bloated project in deep trouble. It is already four years behind schedule, emerging just as companies are in no mood to spend money on technology"
Skeptical? More like, forget it Chachi, it ain't happening. I guess the larger companies don't get it. Corporations are struggling. Companies are in holding patterns, waiting for the mess, erm, economy, to level off.
Can I have a job now making millions being a skeptical technologist?
Look folks, the geek image is pretty much done. Those stereotypes in high school and college don't cut it in the real world. This seems to be a no-brainer to me.;)
If you have a good product, with a decent plotline/script, talented people will want to work with you, because it can and often will further their career.
Or, maybe I am just that out of touch with the neo-geek world. Could be that I guess.
there's nothing realistic about yanking scientists/engineers out of their normal habitats, putting them on an island somewhere, and having them build stuff.
Please, almost as realistic as the real world, or survivor. Reality tv? That would be too boring. Call it what it is:
No doubt. Seems like every 6 months some website trots out "the experts" and sets them loose on the next big thing.
Well, here's my prediction:
Computers won't change much in the next 10 years. Oh, they may change shape, or form, but they will still do the same thing:
connect us to people and information
Side note, yeah, we are supposed to have all these cool tech advances, and we can't even get cheap broadband access in urban areas. Please. Get the stuff we have currently working well, then we will worry about the flying cars
"Do you not find it strange that a 2-hour DVD, with commentary, subtitles, and extra scenes, can be sold for less than $10, while few audio CDs are that low priced? "
Yes. Maybe the rest of the music world will wake up to this too.
Stupid people are everywhere. You would think (and that's your problem) that a perosn in a law firm would be smart enough to figure this out, or atleast get a lawyer to check it out before hand.
In some fields, your summarization is correct. In IT, however, there are many many different areas you are responsible for. Andy yes, I agree, college and military together makes a potent employee.
"Well a company looks at it this way. A degree shows that you took the time and completed something. Whether it is in CS or underwater basketweaving. And you might not know fuck all about anything but you showed a little discipline"
The thing that kills me: Ok, College completion shows discipline, and that you took the time to complete something. Why then, pray tell, do the people that have gone the military route have such a hard time breaking into the work ranks after their service is up? Surely we can all agree military service is harder than going to college. Also, discipline is an obvious requirement.
And yet, I today have many friends out of work that are highly qualified former military that cannot get work simply because they don't have that piece of paper. Sad isn't it.
"f you want great graphics, watch a movie or animation. If you want a great story, read a book. If you want to have fun, play a game."
Hmm, this is where we differ. Why can't you have all of these in a game? Final Fantasy (when it first came out) combined all of these, anbd there are others through the years that do as well. Games these days just seem to suck. Are all the original ideas gone? I'd like to think not, but then again, I'm just a cusumer:)
Cool. And my teacher(s) did assign games as school work. Oregon Trail was the main one. Got that one in US history class in like the 5th grade. (This was New Mexico, so take that for what it's worth. Not exacly the best trak record for edukashun in NM)
The best thing about Oregon Trail from a teacher's viewpoint is it taught us basically without supervision, we learned to work as a team (had to double-up on the machines), taught us what it was like for them back then, and made me a deadly shot when we needed venison.:)
Were they as good as the games people have today to play? Yes, IMO, because it was new and exciting, and all the ideas weren't already out there and repeated 50 times.
"Wonder how long before this is contraband code like DeCSS."
Based on the way things are going, I'd say not long at all. It seems once something hits/., the big guys pick up on it and [Emeril voice]BAM![/Emeril voice] Down it goes, in a fiery ball of death.
Folks, the powers that be won't sit idly by while new means of circumventing their devices gets published. the only way to defeat them is to beat them at their own game. Politics, politics, politics.
Sadly I don't think this will happen anytime soon. The people are trying to make money off their software sales, and to do that, you have to sell to the largest market. Right now, that largest market is windows.
Yes, it would be great to see a game come out *nix first. But, if it was my company, I'd release it to windows first, since that is where the largest market share is.
Yes, but this is an historic day, since an editor pointed it out. I mean that without sarcasm too.
It's common sense right? The more people use it, the more hacks and cracks will occur. I've been preaching for years, the more people see your software, the more they will mess with it. Linux is becoming very much main-stream and a viable option. The black hats are adjusting accordingly.
I thought about my statement I just made, and realized it could be considered racist. Please don't take it that way, I was merely referring (sarcastically at that) that my color and probably that alone was the reason I haven't been affected. Says a lot for the crappy times we live in huh?
As far as the net goes with regards to 9/11...I have seen no changes whatsoever.
Here's the deal for me:
I don't download music, movies, or software that isn't free, nor do I download porn. (Shocked silence should ensue here I guess. Why look at porn when you have a beautiful woman at home?)
I don't (moral obligation, lack of caring, whatever you want to call it) do activities that could bring me under suspicion of any government agency. (unles/. is viewed as a radical site--yikes)
Anyhow, to use a phrase from the late, great DA:
I'm mostly harmless.
So, my access has stayed the same. I guess I am just a boring person.
Yeah, I read the article too....*shrugs* the only thing that has caused me concern has been my apparent need for penis enlargement and breast reduction surgery..at least there are people in the world that think I need both, and want me to make lots of money out of the kindness of their hearts.
For those of us without that option, the first step is almost always physical.
NO internet connectivity until latest/greatest patches are installed. (Downloaded once to trusted server, scanned, then installed)
No physical access without badges.
Cameras at major intersections within the buidling and outside.
I work for a huge company, but in a smaller building. Everyone knows everyone else. The guards no us all by name. They come to us before letting ANYONE beyond the guest area.
It works...so far so good. Time for the old Ben Franklin (I believe) quote of the week:
Slashdot Mirror
"It has taken an entire decade, an estimated $5 billion and teams of hundreds of engineers from the two companies to bring the first Itanium chip to market. As the struggles and costs mount for the companies, skeptical technologists say Itanium now has the hallmarks of a bloated project in deep trouble. It is already four years behind schedule, emerging just as companies are in no mood to spend money on technology"
Skeptical? More like, forget it Chachi, it ain't happening.
I guess the larger companies don't get it. Corporations are struggling. Companies are in holding patterns, waiting for the mess, erm, economy, to level off.
Can I have a job now making millions being a skeptical technologist?
Look folks, the geek image is pretty much done. Those stereotypes in high school and college don't cut it in the real world. This seems to be a no-brainer to me. ;)
If you have a good product, with a decent plotline/script, talented people will want to work with you, because it can and often will further their career.
Or, maybe I am just that out of touch with the neo-geek world. Could be that I guess.
there's nothing realistic about yanking scientists/engineers out of their normal habitats, putting them on an island somewhere, and having them build stuff.
Please, almost as realistic as the real world, or survivor. Reality tv? That would be too boring. Call it what it is:
What would happen TV TM
No doubt. Seems like every 6 months some website trots out "the experts" and sets them loose on the next big thing.
Well, here's my prediction:
Computers won't change much in the next 10 years. Oh, they may change shape, or form, but they will still do the same thing:
connect us to people and information
Side note, yeah, we are supposed to have all these cool tech advances, and we can't even get cheap broadband access in urban areas. Please. Get the stuff we have currently working well, then we will worry about the flying cars
but it will only catch the stupid ones. The "smarter" ones, and I use the term loosely, will endure.
And just who do they think is gonna make sure the machines are doing their job properly?
gone? Nah. Changing? Yeah, everyday.
"Do you not find it strange that a 2-hour DVD, with commentary, subtitles, and extra scenes, can be sold for less than $10, while few audio CDs are that low priced? "
Yes. Maybe the rest of the music world will wake up to this too.
I've said it before, I'll say it again:
Stupid people are everywhere. You would think (and that's your problem) that a perosn in a law firm would be smart enough to figure this out, or atleast get a lawyer to check it out before hand.
SHEESH
"...He returned to the surface, removed his helmet, and gabbled that he had found a heap of dead, naked women."
Figures, dude thought he was looking at ancient porn.
Side note. I don't even wanna know how the submitter got his name.
So, Mr Darkhelmet, what OS would you be using then? They'veGonePlaidware 3000? Or is it Mr Coffee V6.9?
In some fields, your summarization is correct. In IT, however, there are many many different areas you are responsible for. Andy yes, I agree, college and military together makes a potent employee.
"Well a company looks at it this way. A degree shows that you took the time and completed something. Whether it is in CS or underwater basketweaving. And you might not know fuck all about anything but you showed a little discipline"
The thing that kills me: Ok, College completion shows discipline, and that you took the time to complete something. Why then, pray tell, do the people that have gone the military route have such a hard time breaking into the work ranks after their service is up? Surely we can all agree military service is harder than going to college. Also, discipline is an obvious requirement.
And yet, I today have many friends out of work that are highly qualified former military that cannot get work simply because they don't have that piece of paper. Sad isn't it.
"...while the rest of us just loaded up on ammo and went bear and squirrel hunting for 45 minutes."
shhh. Of course that's what I did. Never know when that old teacher might be watching.
"f you want great graphics, watch a movie or animation. If you want a great story, read a book. If you want to have fun, play a game."
:)
Hmm, this is where we differ. Why can't you have all of these in a game? Final Fantasy (when it first came out) combined all of these, anbd there are others through the years that do as well. Games these days just seem to suck. Are all the original ideas gone? I'd like to think not, but then again, I'm just a cusumer
Cool. And my teacher(s) did assign games as school work. Oregon Trail was the main one. Got that one in US history class in like the 5th grade. (This was New Mexico, so take that for what it's worth. Not exacly the best trak record for edukashun in NM)
:)
The best thing about Oregon Trail from a teacher's viewpoint is it taught us basically without supervision, we learned to work as a team (had to double-up on the machines), taught us what it was like for them back then, and made me a deadly shot when we needed venison.
Were they as good as the games people have today to play? Yes, IMO, because it was new and exciting, and all the ideas weren't already out there and repeated 50 times.
"Wonder how long before this is contraband code like DeCSS."
/., the big guys pick up on it and [Emeril voice]BAM![/Emeril voice] Down it goes, in a fiery ball of death.
Based on the way things are going, I'd say not long at all. It seems once something hits
Folks, the powers that be won't sit idly by while new means of circumventing their devices gets published. the only way to defeat them is to beat them at their own game. Politics, politics, politics.
Well, it's good to see someone fighting it in a novel way, but will it make much difference?
The guy downloading it for free probably wouldn't buy it in the first place, much less go to a concert.
Some people do illegal things just because they can.
Side note: That flag in my back pocket thing Sambora did was in bad taste.
Sadly I don't think this will happen anytime soon.
The people are trying to make money off their software sales, and to do that, you have to sell to the largest market. Right now, that largest market is windows.
Yes, it would be great to see a game come out *nix first. But, if it was my company, I'd release it to windows first, since that is where the largest market share is.
I don't need all that processor power. The apps I use, the games I play, everything else runs just fine on existing hardware.
Plus, I don't have as much throw-away money like I used to. The economy is a huge driver in this, and if they don't see that, they are silly.
The money I would spend on frivolous things is now being shoveled into the bank so I can save for things I really need(TM).
Yes, but this is an historic day, since an editor pointed it out. I mean that without sarcasm too.
It's common sense right? The more people use it, the more hacks and cracks will occur. I've been preaching for years, the more people see your software, the more they will mess with it. Linux is becoming very much main-stream and a viable option. The black hats are adjusting accordingly.
Yeah dude,
and the legislation we have in place is similar to what happened to the Jews. Get a fucking grip.
Dude, this country is still the best in the world, by FAR.
I thought about my statement I just made, and realized it could be considered racist. Please don't take it that way, I was merely referring (sarcastically at that) that my color and probably that alone was the reason I haven't been affected. Says a lot for the crappy times we live in huh?
yes, I know. However, I was referring based on what had affected me. Since I am WASP, it wasn't a big deal.
As far as the net goes with regards to 9/11...I have seen no changes whatsoever.
/. is viewed as a radical site--yikes)
Here's the deal for me:
I don't download music, movies, or software that isn't free, nor do I download porn. (Shocked silence should ensue here I guess. Why look at porn when you have a beautiful woman at home?)
I don't (moral obligation, lack of caring, whatever you want to call it) do activities that could bring me under suspicion of any government agency. (unles
Anyhow, to use a phrase from the late, great DA:
I'm mostly harmless.
So, my access has stayed the same. I guess I am just a boring person.
Yeah, I read the article too....*shrugs* the only thing that has caused me concern has been my apparent need for penis enlargement and breast reduction surgery..at least there are people in the world that think I need both, and want me to make lots of money out of the kindness of their hearts.
Yes, tongue in cheek humor and all that is great.
For those of us without that option, the first step is almost always physical.
NO internet connectivity until latest/greatest patches are installed. (Downloaded once to trusted server, scanned, then installed)
No physical access without badges.
Cameras at major intersections within the buidling and outside.
I work for a huge company, but in a smaller building. Everyone knows everyone else. The guards no us all by name. They come to us before letting ANYONE beyond the guest area.
It works...so far so good. Time for the old Ben Franklin (I believe) quote of the week:
Two can keep a secret if one is dead.
Do I get my precioussss karmassss nowwssss?