Hmm.. I just wish I had the bandwith to download anything larger than MP3s. As it is, with only one phone line and a (rather crappy) 56k connection, I have a hard time waiting for MP3s to finish dling.
Plus, if I get stuff at about a bitrate of 160 rather than 128, I can't tell much of a difference. Personal opinion, I suppose.
My GOD! Just shut up! If you don't like a story, why the fuck did you clicking on 'Read more..' and posting a reply? I'm so tired of all the bitchers (and trolls, all those other people too) on slashdot. GAH!
Do you think that made you look COOL or something? Are you trying to be a troll? If so.. how fucking unoriginal! The word lame comes to mind.
Hmm.. ah. Well, I actually haven't purchased a domain yet, but if I do, I'll probably use the one posted in the post below mine. It seems to be cheaper than both of ours.
Hmm. If you're in the area for something like that, you should also definitely check out imagelinkusa.net. It's a really great web hosting service for the same price with lots of great stuff. Run on Linux, too.
I actually went out and looked for one with this specific purpose in mind, and http://www.homepagenames.com/ is what I found. Basically, you register a domain with them and get free email and web forwarding with it. A.com domain is $17 for one year.
I already said this in a reply, but I felt that it was a valid thought that needed to be heard. So don't mod me up, because I'm not posting this to get Karma.
First. Let's say Lindows works well. A bunch of people switch to it, because it's stable like Linux, but can run Windows applications. Maybe over the course of a few years, it gets 40% (or more) of the home users. Well, if enough users get on Lindows, developers will probably start wanting to develop for it. Since Linux will still be it's base, that's what side they may make it for.
So, actually, Linux may get new applications out of this. May. Some may stick to what they know - Windows - or develope for the probably still dominant operating system - Windows. Hopefully, Mr. Robertson will promote the developement of applications for Linux.
Well, for one thing, Linux is stable as a monkey (hanging in trees and such, you know. Really can't knock them down). I have Windows on my main machine, and use Linux on older machines or at school. However, if Lindows works well, I'll certinaly use it. Compatibility and stability in one package? What else could you possibly want?
You know, I actually think that Lindows will be good for Linux as a whole. Sure, people could use WINE, but the average user would just get confused.
Some people say that Lindows will promote people just making Windows applications. I disagree. If everyone starts using Lindows, then two things will happen:
1) People will be able to use their old Windows software, and it'll be all stable n'stuff like Linux. So people will use it.
2) If a lot of people are using Lindows, developers will probably develop for Linux instead of Windows. Even though it runs Windows applications, I figure that it runs Linux ones better, so they'll probably want to make them for it instead.
Er.. you get what I'm trying to say? I think I said that right.
Honestly though, I think he was talking about something where you might have blue walls, green floors, and red ceilings. Maybe the computer image would detect it or something, and just place a more.. FPS like "level" on top of it. You could even switch levels. Of course, you could only go as far as having different textures. Still.
This is disappointing. I know a lot of geeks hated the movie, and labelled it as no plot mainstream crap, but I enjoyed it. Wanted to see what they would possibly do next..
..on the other hand, at least Fellowship of the Ring is still coming out at Christmas!::drools::
Not all 15 year olds are arrogant. Some people (like me!) are happy geeks that have to live with a pop culture family using AOL. I'm just saying that.. don't judge someone by the internet service they use. Sometimes it's not their fault. Anyhow, I hope this doesn't fall under the category of smart ass responses.
::shrug:: I'm not rebellious.. I just stay at home all day, learning new languages, tweaking Linux, expanding my knowledge. Wishing I had friends. Going insane..::cries::
Well, I know this post is kind of off topic, but, to answer your question..
You can get remotes (just like TV or VCR remotes) for your computer. You just use the software to tell what each key does. And, of course, you could use your favorite mp3 player and use your lists and things (that you set up BEFORE you drive, so you don't wreck hassling with all that). I'm sure many of them work differently, but they're all pretty much the same idea. I would go and find a place to buy them, but.. you know, I can't do all the work:)
Maybe not in elementary schools, but why not in middle and high schools?
My classes use the computers all the time to do research on the internet or type up papers. Plus, without our computer lab, I wouldn't have the tools to learn and fuel my passion for computers.
You only have to have a minimum of one computer class in my high school, so it's not like they're forcing them into kids' faces instead of neccesary things like math and science. Frankly, I don't think you know what the hell you're talking about. Violent reactions to being forced to learn how to use a computer? Come on. There's no such thing.
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Hmm.. I just wish I had the bandwith to download anything larger than MP3s. As it is, with only one phone line and a (rather crappy) 56k connection, I have a hard time waiting for MP3s to finish dling.
Plus, if I get stuff at about a bitrate of 160 rather than 128, I can't tell much of a difference. Personal opinion, I suppose.
Exactly! I, for one, didn't see this article the first time around, and I'm glad that they put up this one.
My GOD! Just shut up! If you don't like a story, why the fuck did you clicking on 'Read more..' and posting a reply? I'm so tired of all the bitchers (and trolls, all those other people too) on slashdot. GAH!
Do you think that made you look COOL or something? Are you trying to be a troll? If so.. how fucking unoriginal! The word lame comes to mind.
.. glad I got that off my chest.
You get the final version free if you buy the preview.
I have to wonder if any other applications besides the ones they mentioned work as well. It's possible.
You know, I found it quite amusing. Perhaps my time is invaluable.
No, the statement is correct. They're planning on recruiting Verne Troyer as the 1/2 to save room.
Hmm.. ah. Well, I actually haven't purchased a domain yet, but if I do, I'll probably use the one posted in the post below mine. It seems to be cheaper than both of ours.
Hmm. If you're in the area for something like that, you should also definitely check out imagelinkusa.net. It's a really great web hosting service for the same price with lots of great stuff. Run on Linux, too.
I actually went out and looked for one with this specific purpose in mind, and http://www.homepagenames.com/ is what I found. Basically, you register a domain with them and get free email and web forwarding with it. A .com domain is $17 for one year.
I already said this in a reply, but I felt that it was a valid thought that needed to be heard. So don't mod me up, because I'm not posting this to get Karma.
First. Let's say Lindows works well. A bunch of people switch to it, because it's stable like Linux, but can run Windows applications. Maybe over the course of a few years, it gets 40% (or more) of the home users. Well, if enough users get on Lindows, developers will probably start wanting to develop for it. Since Linux will still be it's base, that's what side they may make it for.
So, actually, Linux may get new applications out of this. May. Some may stick to what they know - Windows - or develope for the probably still dominant operating system - Windows. Hopefully, Mr. Robertson will promote the developement of applications for Linux.
Well, for one thing, Linux is stable as a monkey (hanging in trees and such, you know. Really can't knock them down). I have Windows on my main machine, and use Linux on older machines or at school. However, if Lindows works well, I'll certinaly use it. Compatibility and stability in one package? What else could you possibly want?
You know, I actually think that Lindows will be good for Linux as a whole. Sure, people could use WINE, but the average user would just get confused.
Some people say that Lindows will promote people just making Windows applications. I disagree. If everyone starts using Lindows, then two things will happen:
1) People will be able to use their old Windows software, and it'll be all stable n'stuff like Linux. So people will use it.
2) If a lot of people are using Lindows, developers will probably develop for Linux instead of Windows. Even though it runs Windows applications, I figure that it runs Linux ones better, so they'll probably want to make them for it instead.
Er.. you get what I'm trying to say? I think I said that right.
Hmm.. I'd like to know exactly what this game this you are implying is more violent than GTA 3. Linkage?
I believe that it doesn't support AOL or Compuserve because they both require proprietary software, unlike virtually any other ISP ever made.
Funny :D
Honestly though, I think he was talking about something where you might have blue walls, green floors, and red ceilings. Maybe the computer image would detect it or something, and just place a more.. FPS like "level" on top of it. You could even switch levels. Of course, you could only go as far as having different textures. Still.
Planetside looks to me like an innovation. Some might say it's a whole new genre, I say it's the next step. So wait for that.
This is disappointing. I know a lot of geeks hated the movie, and labelled it as no plot mainstream crap, but I enjoyed it. Wanted to see what they would possibly do next..
::drools::
..on the other hand, at least Fellowship of the Ring is still coming out at Christmas!
Not all 15 year olds are arrogant. Some people (like me!) are happy geeks that have to live with a pop culture family using AOL. I'm just saying that.. don't judge someone by the internet service they use. Sometimes it's not their fault. Anyhow, I hope this doesn't fall under the category of smart ass responses.
::shrug:: I'm not rebellious.. I just stay at home all day, learning new languages, tweaking Linux, expanding my knowledge. Wishing I had friends. Going insane.. ::cries::
That's great and all, and I'm happy for 'em, but I hardly think it deserves it's own topic. But, props to the makers.
Well, I know this post is kind of off topic, but, to answer your question..
:)
You can get remotes (just like TV or VCR remotes) for your computer. You just use the software to tell what each key does. And, of course, you could use your favorite mp3 player and use your lists and things (that you set up BEFORE you drive, so you don't wreck hassling with all that). I'm sure many of them work differently, but they're all pretty much the same idea. I would go and find a place to buy them, but.. you know, I can't do all the work
Maybe not in elementary schools, but why not in middle and high schools?
My classes use the computers all the time to do research on the internet or type up papers. Plus, without our computer lab, I wouldn't have the tools to learn and fuel my passion for computers.
You only have to have a minimum of one computer class in my high school, so it's not like they're forcing them into kids' faces instead of neccesary things like math and science. Frankly, I don't think you know what the hell you're talking about. Violent reactions to being forced to learn how to use a computer? Come on. There's no such thing.
And your computer!