no program is gonna figure it out, unless they knew the algorithm, which they likely don't. It's always *possible* to outmanuever the spammers in some way or another.
Whether it's worth the hassle, is of course, your call.
(albany354@hotmail.com is not my actual email address, so feel free to spam it.)
Billions of people survived just fine with Ritalin, and I personally see no use for it in any situation.
It's great that you have such extensive knowledge of everyone's brain.
Seriously, these drugs can make life a lot easier for people. The problem comes with misdiagonsis, not the drugs themselves. For people with real ADD or ADHD (as opposed to a similar personality disorder, for example), they can allow the brain to operate normally, and by that I mean it actually allows more of the brain to function at a time. (Kids seem slower not because of the drugs, but because they can actually control their thoughts, which is a good thing.) If kids do not have ADD or ADHD, then the drugs may hinder them, however, that is no reason to fear them, but a reason to get a better doctor.
You have a point, and I agree, I'll probably hit a point where I tire of it. I do wish there was more of a plot, and a feeling I could change the world.
But it still has more of a point then playing Day of Defeat for hours on end, which was my old hobby.
Kudos to whomever comes up with a MMORPG that doesn't use this general formula.
For years I railed against MMORPGs, and their addictive qualities. I have a friend who clearly spends way to much time with them. Not going to bed until 6AM when he has class, etc. It's like he gives himself completely to the unreal world to escape, which only aggravates his real world problems.
Anyway, over a month ago I bought FFXI. I've been a huge final fantasy fan ever since I beat the first one back in elementary school, and since I have a strong willpower, I figured I'd give it a try.
The game is certainly enjoyable, as it requires cognitive thinking which more or less, is more interesting, or less risky, then everyday affairs. But I am able to drop it on a dime for a better social event.
Ergo, my values and thinking structure prevent me from getting attached to the game (or anything for that matter) when a better alternative arrives. I feel no loyalty towards the game, and no feeling that I *must* reach a certain level.
So it's as if I'm watching TV, since I can get up anytime I want, but generally I like to watch my favorite shows.
My point is that it's the personality of the user which determines their addiction to it, so the Korean trend is not likely a product of their culture so much as it is a product of more addictive personalities being exposed to the game, instead of other addictive activites which we tend to have many of in America.
It's possible their culture has an effect in creating addictive personalities, but that would be another issue altogether.
I understand your point, which is valid, but I also wanted to ensure that noone got *to* excited over this, and to press the point that much more testing of this is necessary.
I mean, how many earthquakes do they miss? What's their accuracy rate? There is a lot of power is claiming to predict catastrophe, but it only takes one public slip up to stain the entire operation.
At this accuracy it might help larger organizations, but I wouldn't sell my house on their advice.
Ergo, their system is little more impressive than mine in respect to the common man, because everyone knows where quakes hit. (if they predict every major quake like this for two years, I'll change my tune.)
In June of 2003, this team predicted an earthquake of magnitude 6.4 or higher would strike within nine months in a 310-mile region of Central California whose southern part includes San Simeon, where a magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck on Dec. 22.
In July of 2003, the team predicted an earthquake in Japan of magnitude 7 or higher by Dec. 28, 2003, in a region that includes Hokkaido. A magnitude 8.1 earthquake struck Hokkaido on Sept. 25, 2003.
In 6-9 months there will be an earthquake within 310 miles of San Francisco of at least 4.0.
I'm not sure what you are looking at that suggests the universe is accelerating, but in 2000 I read a strong study supporting that it was infinitly slowing down towards 0.
What's the main reason players get disinterested in a game? Because they come across a level that they can't beat, and they get sick of the same ol' stuff over and over again.
If less people are buying these games, because they just aren't the master that you apparently are and would rather not get halfway through the game only to quit in frustration, it hurts the company so this move makes sense.
However, to satiate you, they should add an option to set the AI on the hardest possible skill level.
Also, would you rather have well paid, comfortable Californians working on your projects, or underpaid resentful Indians? (Who are prolly saving to move to America) Just because they have more men on their payroll says nothing about how they do business.
[movie] was totally overrated! [Producer's name] ruined it because [it wasn't like the books/didn't match the 1st movie]. I was so dissapointed when [character] did [action], that's sooo unrealistic. [Continous whining]...
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I totally misread *that* title.
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no program is gonna figure it out, unless they knew the algorithm, which they likely don't. It's always *possible* to outmanuever the spammers in some way or another.
Whether it's worth the hassle, is of course, your call.
(albany354@hotmail.com is not my actual email address, so feel free to spam it.)
I prefer 'Get Out', which mimics the struggle of moving out of your parents house. Much more life like than monopoly :D
Charming, to the last.
You may sue when ready.
less Geek -> Geek -> more Geek
;)
Emacs Vi Emacs
Vi is for pussies.
Boardwalk and Park Place rule! Potatoes have nothing to do with this! And, yes, buy the railroads, you'll need the income.
Mr. Roboto!
Geeks need a place that embraces all the major echelons of geekery.
Do not go all PC or all Mac or all Unix or all Linux.
Have a variety of games availiable on the computers, from FPS to MMORPGs.
Have consoles!
Charge when they leave, have memberships, give the first hour free.
Allow them to have bottled drinks. (have cupholders, away from the keyboard).
You may gain extra income by selling video games too, and if you name it right, merchandise will sell.
Good luck!
Billions of people survived just fine with Ritalin, and I personally see no use for it in any situation.
It's great that you have such extensive knowledge of everyone's brain.
Seriously, these drugs can make life a lot easier for people. The problem comes with misdiagonsis, not the drugs themselves. For people with real ADD or ADHD (as opposed to a similar personality disorder, for example), they can allow the brain to operate normally, and by that I mean it actually allows more of the brain to function at a time. (Kids seem slower not because of the drugs, but because they can actually control their thoughts, which is a good thing.) If kids do not have ADD or ADHD, then the drugs may hinder them, however, that is no reason to fear them, but a reason to get a better doctor.
You have a point, and I agree, I'll probably hit a point where I tire of it. I do wish there was more of a plot, and a feeling I could change the world.
But it still has more of a point then playing Day of Defeat for hours on end, which was my old hobby.
Kudos to whomever comes up with a MMORPG that doesn't use this general formula.
do D&D sessions count as social gatherings, cuz if so then sure, this works.
For years I railed against MMORPGs, and their addictive qualities. I have a friend who clearly spends way to much time with them. Not going to bed until 6AM when he has class, etc. It's like he gives himself completely to the unreal world to escape, which only aggravates his real world problems.
Anyway, over a month ago I bought FFXI. I've been a huge final fantasy fan ever since I beat the first one back in elementary school, and since I have a strong willpower, I figured I'd give it a try.
The game is certainly enjoyable, as it requires cognitive thinking which more or less, is more interesting, or less risky, then everyday affairs. But I am able to drop it on a dime for a better social event.
Ergo, my values and thinking structure prevent me from getting attached to the game (or anything for that matter) when a better alternative arrives. I feel no loyalty towards the game, and no feeling that I *must* reach a certain level.
So it's as if I'm watching TV, since I can get up anytime I want, but generally I like to watch my favorite shows.
My point is that it's the personality of the user which determines their addiction to it, so the Korean trend is not likely a product of their culture so much as it is a product of more addictive personalities being exposed to the game, instead of other addictive activites which we tend to have many of in America.
It's possible their culture has an effect in creating addictive personalities, but that would be another issue altogether.
The odds of this game coming out on time are 234,832... to 1....
*R2 bleep-moan*
Behold, the power of cheese!
*evil fanfare*
Mwahahaha, mwahahaha, mwahahaha, mwaha, mwa,... whooo....
I understand your point, which is valid, but I also wanted to ensure that noone got *to* excited over this, and to press the point that much more testing of this is necessary.
I mean, how many earthquakes do they miss? What's their accuracy rate? There is a lot of power is claiming to predict catastrophe, but it only takes one public slip up to stain the entire operation.
At this accuracy it might help larger organizations, but I wouldn't sell my house on their advice.
Ergo, their system is little more impressive than mine in respect to the common man, because everyone knows where quakes hit. (if they predict every major quake like this for two years, I'll change my tune.)
In June of 2003, this team predicted an earthquake of magnitude 6.4 or higher would strike within nine months in a 310-mile region of Central California whose southern part includes San Simeon, where a magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck on Dec. 22.
In July of 2003, the team predicted an earthquake in Japan of magnitude 7 or higher by Dec. 28, 2003, in a region that includes Hokkaido. A magnitude 8.1 earthquake struck Hokkaido on Sept. 25, 2003.
In 6-9 months there will be an earthquake within 310 miles of San Francisco of at least 4.0.
This is fun!
Get these things off of me!
I wear a 'Pirate' Jacket when I bust into Borders and grab CDs. Fair's fair.
Stop with the puns, dog gone it!
I'm not sure what you are looking at that suggests the universe is accelerating, but in 2000 I read a strong study supporting that it was infinitly slowing down towards 0.
What's the main reason players get disinterested in a game? Because they come across a level that they can't beat, and they get sick of the same ol' stuff over and over again.
If less people are buying these games, because they just aren't the master that you apparently are and would rather not get halfway through the game only to quit in frustration, it hurts the company so this move makes sense.
However, to satiate you, they should add an option to set the AI on the hardest possible skill level.
Gonna have to agree with this sentiment.
Also, would you rather have well paid, comfortable Californians working on your projects, or underpaid resentful Indians? (Who are prolly saving to move to America) Just because they have more men on their payroll says nothing about how they do business.
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Please keep us focused on applied technology.
Just use this simple form:
[movie] was totally overrated! [Producer's name] ruined it because [it wasn't like the books/didn't match the 1st movie]. I was so dissapointed when [character] did [action], that's sooo unrealistic. [Continous whining]...
I got my ticket!
Been standing in line a while though...
The phrase "We need a raise in Valkurm Dunes. J-6"