"When I develop, I almost always use IE because I know there will be less downtime from crashes and cache-related bugs."
I prefer to develop using the Mozilla Suite (aka Seamonkey) or FireFox. I very rarely have more than one browser window open - I just Ctrl Tab though the tabs. This is not slow at all.
I have the Tidy plugin at the bottom right of the browser informing me of W3C code validity. MSIE can't do this. In my experience, Mozilla crashes no more than MSIE (about once every 2 weeks for me).
If you want to force Mozilla based browsers to download files every time, type about:config into the address bar.
Then find browser.cache.check_doc_frequency and set it to 1 (it defaults to 3)
As a developer, in my dev environments I ensure that every page is set to expire immediately in the request header. (I have never had cache-related bugs from either MSIE or Mozilla.)
I have never had downtime due to "crashes and cache-related bugs". Maybe I'm just lucky?
and is it really credible to dis banner ads considering that there's a banner ad on the this very site?
That's what Adblock is for. Oh wait, that's a Mozilla extension.:p
I dislike ads. I wish there was some centralised project that maintains a list of sites/paths to block, and Gecko browsers automatically download the list regularly. Hosts files can get big quickly. This project could also block phishing sites.
My P3 has 3 drive bays: 1) DVD reader 2) SCSI 4x CDR 3) 3.5" drive in a 5.25" drive enclosure bay
(I couldn't put the 3.5" floppy in the usual position because I have 3 hard disks)
Once I put my 100MB Iomega Zip drive (external parallel-port) into an empty drive bay. It looked pretty ugly because the Zip drive I have is not nicely rectangular. But it did what I wanted at the time (less clutter, less cables, always available, freed power point).
Linux is *not* user friendly, and until it is linux will stay with >1% marketshare
This is correct. Both Linux desktop and server marketshare has exceeded 1%, and should stay this way for the immediate future. Thank you for stating the obvious.
Your entire post appears to be completely unrelated to the story. Why turn this into Windows vs Linux debate?
When I first load that page, there is a yellow to green horizontal gradient. When I enter a value and click the activate button, the gradient changes to a yellow to red horizontal gradient.
This is with Firefox 1.5 beta 1 on Windows (I have to use Windows @ work - no flames please!)
I think that the internet helps people explore interactive content that would not otherwise be available, and interact with people from many walks of life, around the world.
As long as personal/face-to-face relationships do not suffer, everything in moderation is OK IMHO.
As a web developer/programmer, spending time online reading/downloading source from other sites allows me to be more creative in chosing the best way to code a requirement.
Now if Apple got on board (or in bed) they would have an even better chance. I dont want to replace my Mini with a noisy, over heated, power consuming Intel chipped Mini. AMD has a lot to offer.
AMD and FireFox reach 10%? Yay for the little guy...
You don't need to be disabled to become obsessed with computing. It happens to many people from many walks of life - many of which will be represented by the Slashdot readership.
Computing is something useful, educational and fun. If you can overcome physical limitations using technology, this is an excellent thing.
It may not be a panacea if physical health, emotional health, family relationships and/or friendships deteriorate as a result of the passion for computing.
Some people have found a balance, and even use technology to improve these areas of their lives.
I for one welcome our new... ah forget it, it wouldn't be PC (politically correct).
I recently ordered a Mac Mini (up to day 11 of the wait - already overdue) - will future releases of OS X run on my Mini?
It is reasonable to assume that 10.5 and probably 10.6 will be released as PPC versions, but what about there-after?
For internet usage, audio/video/DVD playback, such a computer should last at least 6 years (just like my PIII has). Did I make a poor 'investment' or will Apple release PPC OS X for several years to come?
Slashdot Mirror
I probably should have read the fine print when signing up to Slashdot. Now all my base belong to... ah screw it.
(Australian working in the UK, reading Slashdot)
I prefer to develop using the Mozilla Suite (aka Seamonkey) or FireFox. I very rarely have more than one browser window open - I just Ctrl Tab though the tabs. This is not slow at all.
I have the Tidy plugin at the bottom right of the browser informing me of W3C code validity. MSIE can't do this. In my experience, Mozilla crashes no more than MSIE (about once every 2 weeks for me).
If you want to force Mozilla based browsers to download files every time, type about:config into the address bar. Then find browser.cache.check_doc_frequency and set it to 1 (it defaults to 3)
As a developer, in my dev environments I ensure that every page is set to expire immediately in the request header. (I have never had cache-related bugs from either MSIE or Mozilla.)
I have never had downtime due to "crashes and cache-related bugs". Maybe I'm just lucky?
XHTML is now 6 years old, and it's only a small transition from Strict HTML, so your prediction is probably correct.
http://validator.w3.org/check?uri=http%3A%2F%2Fsla shdot.org%2F&charset=%28detect+automatically%29&do ctype=Inline
Still, it's move in the right direction.
Geeks don't use Opera - they use lynx or telnet to surf :p
That's what Adblock is for. Oh wait, that's a Mozilla extension. :p
I dislike ads. I wish there was some centralised project that maintains a list of sites/paths to block, and Gecko browsers automatically download the list regularly. Hosts files can get big quickly. This project could also block phishing sites.
There's no shortage of gas - especially with all the sheep in New Zealand.
A naked woman on a work bench - that's how real men get "the job" done :-)
I have a Mac Mini you insensive clod :p
My P3 has 3 drive bays:
1) DVD reader
2) SCSI 4x CDR
3) 3.5" drive in a 5.25" drive enclosure bay
(I couldn't put the 3.5" floppy in the usual position because I have 3 hard disks)
Once I put my 100MB Iomega Zip drive (external parallel-port) into an empty drive bay. It looked pretty ugly because the Zip drive I have is not nicely rectangular. But it did what I wanted at the time (less clutter, less cables, always available, freed power point).
This is correct. Both Linux desktop and server marketshare has exceeded 1%, and should stay this way for the immediate future. Thank you for stating the obvious.
Your entire post appears to be completely unrelated to the story. Why turn this into Windows vs Linux debate?
When I first load that page, there is a yellow to green horizontal gradient. When I enter a value and click the activate button, the gradient changes to a yellow to red horizontal gradient.
This is with Firefox 1.5 beta 1 on Windows (I have to use Windows @ work - no flames please!)
I think that the internet helps people explore interactive content that would not otherwise be available, and interact with people from many walks of life, around the world.
As long as personal/face-to-face relationships do not suffer, everything in moderation is OK IMHO.
As a web developer/programmer, spending time online reading/downloading source from other sites allows me to be more creative in chosing the best way to code a requirement.
Yesterday I got a BSOD on a Win2003 Std Server SP1 (fully updated with all WHQL certified drivers).
;-)
I was opening a WMV file from inside Outlook - one screen went blue and the other screen with Visual Studio.NET froze.
It does happen... granted not as frequently as earlier versions. I can't wait to get my first RSOD with the next version of Windows
Now if Apple got on board (or in bed) they would have an even better chance. I dont want to replace my Mini with a noisy, over heated, power consuming Intel chipped Mini. AMD has a lot to offer.
AMD and FireFox reach 10%? Yay for the little guy...
Bloody oath! That's the most lame post I have read in weeks mate.
A dead kookaburra is funnier.
It was a joke, jerk.
The moderators thought it was funny.
Might I suggest you resolve those childhood issues so you can appreciate humour?
I hate it when jackasses always take things literally and post ignorant comments.
I was going to suggest picking up a dictionary with the Linux Security books, but you beat me to it. Nicely done :-)
Did you comply to the GPL and relase the source? :p
You don't need to be disabled to become obsessed with computing. It happens to many people from many walks of life - many of which will be represented by the Slashdot readership.
Computing is something useful, educational and fun. If you can overcome physical limitations using technology, this is an excellent thing.
It may not be a panacea if physical health, emotional health, family relationships and/or friendships deteriorate as a result of the passion for computing.
Some people have found a balance, and even use technology to improve these areas of their lives.
I for one welcome our new... ah forget it, it wouldn't be PC (politically correct).
Too easy :p
Just messing with your head
The joke is that the answer is 11 - too subtle maybe, but suprising how many programmers assume it is right without checking.
:-)
You spotted it though
1 + 1 = 10
Lame, yes, but good to confuse the less elite programmers at work. I should put it on the apptitude test we give job seekers.
I don't have a PSP you insensitive clod!
I recently ordered a Mac Mini (up to day 11 of the wait - already overdue) - will future releases of OS X run on my Mini?
It is reasonable to assume that 10.5 and probably 10.6 will be released as PPC versions, but what about there-after?
For internet usage, audio/video/DVD playback, such a computer should last at least 6 years (just like my PIII has). Did I make a poor 'investment' or will Apple release PPC OS X for several years to come?
Mike
I prefer to burp or pass wind. Nobody can do that like I can; and the random number produced helps keep my data safe.