Another important factor that contributes to the slowing down of Earth's rotation is definitely space dust. Every year, the Earth gains at least 30 million kilograms of space dust. This added mass will indeed reduce the time it takes for the Earth to complete a rotation by fraction of a second.
We need a space vacuum to suck up all of the dust before it gets here...wait a minute, space is already a vacuum!
Chemistry is fun-damental
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I majored in Chemistry and Biochemistry and I feel that Chemistry is the foundation of practical science. Everything that we interact with is matter, and this matter follows fundamental rules of chemistry. This includes computers and the transmission of digital information.
Without a sound knowledge of chemistry, we would still be living in the middle ages and still be trying to convert lead into gold.
Do they need to know how to install the OS first, or should I let them look that up on their own while I make them power-users?
You shouldn't assume that they know how to install operating systems. The main thing is that it takes a long time to install software, let alone an entire operating system.
What distributions of Linux and BSD should they be first introduced to? (I'm only familiar with Debian, and I know virtually nil about *BSD.)
The one that they are most familiar with, in terms of GUI.
Initially, do they need to be more adept at the GUI, or do they first need to know how to use the shell?
As mentioned above, the one with the GUI will produce better results.
Halo, NFL2K3, Sega GT 2002 are examples of some good Xbox games that have nice, sharp graphics. As more and more developers turn to 720p video output, it makes my 55" HDTV very happy.
I have been to amusement park motion rides, and they generate the illusion of motion via many techniques: fans, moving seats, surround sound. But I wonder if home modifications can add some water splashes and pain stimulators?
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...and ITT was in Night Rider.
Is it really a game if there is no real winner?
Another important factor that contributes to the slowing down of Earth's rotation is definitely space dust. Every year, the Earth gains at least 30 million kilograms of space dust. This added mass will indeed reduce the time it takes for the Earth to complete a rotation by fraction of a second.
We need a space vacuum to suck up all of the dust before it gets here...wait a minute, space is already a vacuum!
I majored in Chemistry and Biochemistry and I feel that Chemistry is the foundation of practical science. Everything that we interact with is matter, and this matter follows fundamental rules of chemistry. This includes computers and the transmission of digital information.
Without a sound knowledge of chemistry, we would still be living in the middle ages and still be trying to convert lead into gold.
Do they need to know how to install the OS first, or should I let them look that up on their own while I make them power-users?
You shouldn't assume that they know how to install operating systems. The main thing is that it takes a long time to install software, let alone an entire operating system.
What distributions of Linux and BSD should they be first introduced to? (I'm only familiar with Debian, and I know virtually nil about *BSD.)
The one that they are most familiar with, in terms of GUI.
Initially, do they need to be more adept at the GUI, or do they first need to know how to use the shell?
As mentioned above, the one with the GUI will produce better results.
I wonder if there is a Moore's law equivalent for computer shrinkage rates. Would miniaturization be a good measure for progress?
The shape of time is a hypercube--a cube in the geometric 4th dimension. I wonder if they will make a Rubik's hypercube someday.
And how long will it take to solve? (without taking off and rearranging the stickers?)
Halo, NFL2K3, Sega GT 2002 are examples of some good Xbox games that have nice, sharp graphics. As more and more developers turn to 720p video output, it makes my 55" HDTV very happy.
I have been to amusement park motion rides, and they generate the illusion of motion via many techniques: fans, moving seats, surround sound. But I wonder if home modifications can add some water splashes and pain stimulators?
That would be an awesome movie going experience!
Legos are quite expensive nowadays. In order to build a huge project, or even a more "tech" one with motors and IC chips, it takes a small fortune.
How about Lego software so kids can build virtual structures?