When the Sony Walkman (cassette) came out when I was a kid, the FDA, parental groups, et. al. were screaming we would be a generation of deaf kids. Then my older brothers told me similar things about closed headphones in the 70's. Same old - same old. People never seem to remember that they were just like the younger generation and they lived to tell about it. Oh, and you kids out there? You're not original:-P It's been done.
I find the Notes/Domino solution confusing - the learning curve is quite steep and requires actual training it seems. BUT my coworkers find it very flexible and useful. On the otherhand, I've had difficulties getting sharepoint to work properly in a large distributed developer group.
Their legal recourse is to first bill you, then get a judgement (in NY) against you, and then your wages (from anywhere) are garnished. You can't just "not pay". Sucks, don't it? As far as how your "locale" is determined - that's up to your employer. I am a 100% telecommuter - in Colorado, and my "office" is in Tampa, FL.
Is it just me, or do these new "ribbons" look alot like Apple Works? I RTFA, and it didn't seem to justify upgrading for the average user - which although a geek, I include myself (I still prefer my text editor!). Office 2007 appears to be Office 2000 (98 too) with a tighter leash to M$, with a few bells and whistles most people won't use.
I would disagree. One of my computers is a Mac with OSX (for my non-techie husband - and for me to play with). HE was the one who wanted virus protection - after hearing about Sasser and what not on the news and hearing from his friends who were worried. HE didn't know these particular worms weren't a Mac issue. So I got him one - and it works, and it's not McAfee. In fact, at the time, there wasn't a McAfee product that I could find for OSX for immediate download and purchase. Oh - can't find one now either - or since I am using a windoze laptop right now, are they filtering their site?
I had to see this for myself! To quote Keanu Reeves: "Whoa!". That was bad. What if I don't have good short term memory? This format, of course, would only be profitable if the ads were for munchies:-) I did wade through the article (retaining what I could) and it just seemed to be either a scare tactic for Joe User OR a warm-fuzzy - I guess depending on the users initial perspective.
Apparently anyone born after 1965 and before 1980 needed/needs to get revaccinated (when they went to the 2 dose vaccinne for MMR). Although the "R" part of the vaccine wasn't in place until 1969. When I went to grad school at GaTech in 1991 (sigh), I had to get revaccinated because the vaccines back then apparently didn't last. I asked for and received an official explanation at the time. So, what we have is anyone over 25 and under 41 didn't get a strong enough/long lasting vaccine. Those under 25 probably didn't get a booster. In general: anyone under 41 is most likely NOT vaccinated against MMR. As a side-bar: Rubella was declared eliminated in the U.S. last year (WebMD).
I whole-heartedly agree. I RTFA and went to the quiz site. Why wasn't there an option of "C. Neither" on any of the questions. Who do you know (even the non-techies) that actually choose based on "prettiness"? Even if you were still going to download from these sites (which I wouldn't) - wouldn't even a reasonable person scan these for viruses and spyware? Even my Mother - a 65 y.o. almost-ludite - knows she is supposed to do this.
Speaking as a woman... and I *am* one (that's "shar-LESTE" - not Charles T.E.)... Are you insinuating that being consistently inconsistent isn't very consistent? Because it is.
BTW - you *should* know what I'm pissed off about - you know what I mean when I say "Nothing".
Well, based on my personal experience, you will get taxed somewhere (some government will take a portion of your money). However, most "Most Favored Nations" have a non-double jeopardy treaty with the U.S. So, for example, if you actually checked the IRS website, you'll find that if you paid taxes in the UK, you do not have to pay taxes in the US. BUT you must report that you earned the money and paid taxes in the UK. If you're trying to use the two countries to NOT pay taxes, then your SOL. Otherwise, unless you're trying to get on board with NHS in the UK, the taxes you pay in the US are cheaper.
Much to the shagrin of CM everywhere... I guess it comes back to replication as the best way to store data. But just to check... I pulled out a 3.5" floppy I had written my first major program in 1985 (QuickBasic - Numerical Analysis Spline Function - Complete with graphics!). It still reads just fine. The problem was finding a drive to read it in. Now if I can only load up those old QuickBasic floppies (5.25") and run it...
This is actually a B.S. editorial comment from someone who obviously doesn't know even his business history. When I went to high school in the 80's, there was no Windows - we had Apples in the computer lab that ran off of two 5.25" floppies. In grad school (very early 90's), along with VMS and UNIX, we had Macintoshes (GA Tech). It wasn't until I was working in "The Business World" that I even saw OS/2, Windows 3.1 or heard of a Token Ring. Most companies I had worked at prior used IBM mainframes, and the word processor was Ye Olde WordStar OR WordPerfect for DOS or VMS.
Nicely Put. I find it ironic that the consumer is supposed to pay for MS to block flaws inherent in it's security implementation overall. Will security updates eventually end up in this service?
Although this is *probably* an April 1st post: I *did* see this special as a little kid - I was 10 years old. To me, the cool part was that we finally got to see another Wookie.
The only time (knock on wood) I *ever* had a complete crash was back in the days with my Old Mac Classic (around '93?). For reasons unknown to me, the day before I got the Sad Mac Face, I had stopped by Radio Shack and bought two boxes of diskettes, and ran the backup utility onto 14 disks. Seemed big at the time. The next day, powered up and there were X's in the eyes. But I just ran restore from my FirstAid disk, and voila! All better.
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Actually... in Colorado, anyone can by filling out a form with either a VIN or a license plate number, paying a small (~$10) fee and signing on the dotted line. How do I know? Personal experience. A private individual apparently saw a vehicle that I had traded in about 5 years ago, and wanted to purchase it. I received a letter in the mail from this person. He had written down the VIN, filled out a form, and received the title history - complete with names and addresses. (Sidebar - apparently the dealer never re-registered it and sold it at auction so I was the "last known owner"). Appalled, I called the DMV to find out how this happened! Indeed I found out that you too, for $10, a form and your signature can get all that info too.
I have been using this "new technology" since 1989. I think the 4 digit PIN codes/Passwords/whatever you want to call it is safer - so long as thieves don't get too sophisticated (or watch over you shoulder). I have *yet* (knock on wood) to have any issues.
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Hi! I am a married female geek with NO kids (DINK?) - and I have over 15 years of experience as a developer (Programmer Extraordinaire). I notice this psychological difference between men and women in IT: You guys *seem* (IMHO) to be more competitive and to find more of your worth in your job than females. Now, don't take me wrong: I'm competitive too. I would happily kick some ass and show how much better I am if needed. But there is some fundamental difference in the level. Apparently I'm (very) good at my job (so people tell me), but I would happily chuck it out and work part time at 7-11 and do my geekie jobs on the side if my husband could make up for the $$ with his job - which he can't because IT is so nicely overpaid. The only reason I stay in the high-stress job of commercial software development is purely for the $$ - it's the only opportunity to earn enough dosh so we can play hard on our vacations.
In my experience (about 15 years worth) it all depends are if you are truly going to be (a) a consultant, or (b) a contractor. 99.99999% of "consulting" firms are actually contract firms - you will get a paycheck, benes, taxes taken out, and a W-4 at the end of the year. Expected salary delta? Not too much. The risk here is: you will go if there are no more contracts. I worked over 5 years on one contract, with 3 different contracting firms. The client liked me:-) If you are TRULY a consultant (no paycheck, to benes, etc)... then like $/hr * 3
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When the Sony Walkman (cassette) came out when I was a kid, the FDA, parental groups, et. al. were screaming we would be a generation of deaf kids. Then my older brothers told me similar things about closed headphones in the 70's. Same old - same old. People never seem to remember that they were just like the younger generation and they lived to tell about it. Oh, and you kids out there? You're not original :-P It's been done.
they were ordering Apple ][s. Gawd I must be old!
I find the Notes/Domino solution confusing - the learning curve is quite steep and requires actual training it seems. BUT my coworkers find it very flexible and useful. On the otherhand, I've had difficulties getting sharepoint to work properly in a large distributed developer group.
Their legal recourse is to first bill you, then get a judgement (in NY) against you, and then your wages (from anywhere) are garnished. You can't just "not pay". Sucks, don't it? As far as how your "locale" is determined - that's up to your employer. I am a 100% telecommuter - in Colorado, and my "office" is in Tampa, FL.
Is it just me, or do these new "ribbons" look alot like Apple Works? I RTFA, and it didn't seem to justify upgrading for the average user - which although a geek, I include myself (I still prefer my text editor!). Office 2007 appears to be Office 2000 (98 too) with a tighter leash to M$, with a few bells and whistles most people won't use.
I would disagree. One of my computers is a Mac with OSX (for my non-techie husband - and for me to play with). HE was the one who wanted virus protection - after hearing about Sasser and what not on the news and hearing from his friends who were worried. HE didn't know these particular worms weren't a Mac issue. So I got him one - and it works, and it's not McAfee. In fact, at the time, there wasn't a McAfee product that I could find for OSX for immediate download and purchase. Oh - can't find one now either - or since I am using a windoze laptop right now, are they filtering their site?
I had to see this for myself! To quote Keanu Reeves: "Whoa!". That was bad. What if I don't have good short term memory? This format, of course, would only be profitable if the ads were for munchies :-) I did wade through the article (retaining what I could) and it just seemed to be either a scare tactic for Joe User OR a warm-fuzzy - I guess depending on the users initial perspective.
Ironically, Apple sends out emails tagged appropriately as Low Priority. I get my ADC emails in Outlook with the blue down arrow :-)
Apparently anyone born after 1965 and before 1980 needed/needs to get revaccinated (when they went to the 2 dose vaccinne for MMR). Although the "R" part of the vaccine wasn't in place until 1969. When I went to grad school at GaTech in 1991 (sigh), I had to get revaccinated because the vaccines back then apparently didn't last. I asked for and received an official explanation at the time. So, what we have is anyone over 25 and under 41 didn't get a strong enough/long lasting vaccine. Those under 25 probably didn't get a booster. In general: anyone under 41 is most likely NOT vaccinated against MMR. As a side-bar: Rubella was declared eliminated in the U.S. last year (WebMD).
I whole-heartedly agree. I RTFA and went to the quiz site. Why wasn't there an option of "C. Neither" on any of the questions. Who do you know (even the non-techies) that actually choose based on "prettiness"? Even if you were still going to download from these sites (which I wouldn't) - wouldn't even a reasonable person scan these for viruses and spyware? Even my Mother - a 65 y.o. almost-ludite - knows she is supposed to do this.
Speaking as a woman ... and I *am* one (that's "shar-LESTE" - not Charles T.E.)... Are you insinuating that being consistently inconsistent isn't very consistent? Because it is.
BTW - you *should* know what I'm pissed off about - you know what I mean when I say "Nothing".
I find that in a given day I get about 15 minutes of actual work done...
Well, based on my personal experience, you will get taxed somewhere (some government will take a portion of your money). However, most "Most Favored Nations" have a non-double jeopardy treaty with the U.S. So, for example, if you actually checked the IRS website, you'll find that if you paid taxes in the UK, you do not have to pay taxes in the US. BUT you must report that you earned the money and paid taxes in the UK. If you're trying to use the two countries to NOT pay taxes, then your SOL. Otherwise, unless you're trying to get on board with NHS in the UK, the taxes you pay in the US are cheaper.
Much to the shagrin of CM everywhere... I guess it comes back to replication as the best way to store data. But just to check... I pulled out a 3.5" floppy I had written my first major program in 1985 (QuickBasic - Numerical Analysis Spline Function - Complete with graphics!). It still reads just fine. The problem was finding a drive to read it in. Now if I can only load up those old QuickBasic floppies (5.25") and run it...
This is actually a B.S. editorial comment from someone who obviously doesn't know even his business history. When I went to high school in the 80's, there was no Windows - we had Apples in the computer lab that ran off of two 5.25" floppies. In grad school (very early 90's), along with VMS and UNIX, we had Macintoshes (GA Tech). It wasn't until I was working in "The Business World" that I even saw OS/2, Windows 3.1 or heard of a Token Ring. Most companies I had worked at prior used IBM mainframes, and the word processor was Ye Olde WordStar OR WordPerfect for DOS or VMS.
Nicely Put. I find it ironic that the consumer is supposed to pay for MS to block flaws inherent in it's security implementation overall. Will security updates eventually end up in this service?
Although this is *probably* an April 1st post: I *did* see this special as a little kid - I was 10 years old. To me, the cool part was that we finally got to see another Wookie.
The only time (knock on wood) I *ever* had a complete crash was back in the days with my Old Mac Classic (around '93?). For reasons unknown to me, the day before I got the Sad Mac Face, I had stopped by Radio Shack and bought two boxes of diskettes, and ran the backup utility onto 14 disks. Seemed big at the time. The next day, powered up and there were X's in the eyes. But I just ran restore from my FirstAid disk, and voila! All better.
Actually... in Colorado, anyone can by filling out a form with either a VIN or a license plate number, paying a small (~$10) fee and signing on the dotted line. How do I know? Personal experience. A private individual apparently saw a vehicle that I had traded in about 5 years ago, and wanted to purchase it. I received a letter in the mail from this person. He had written down the VIN, filled out a form, and received the title history - complete with names and addresses. (Sidebar - apparently the dealer never re-registered it and sold it at auction so I was the "last known owner"). Appalled, I called the DMV to find out how this happened! Indeed I found out that you too, for $10, a form and your signature can get all that info too.
I have been using this "new technology" since 1989. I think the 4 digit PIN codes/Passwords/whatever you want to call it is safer - so long as thieves don't get too sophisticated (or watch over you shoulder). I have *yet* (knock on wood) to have any issues.
Hi! I am a married female geek with NO kids (DINK?) - and I have over 15 years of experience as a developer (Programmer Extraordinaire). I notice this psychological difference between men and women in IT: You guys *seem* (IMHO) to be more competitive and to find more of your worth in your job than females. Now, don't take me wrong: I'm competitive too. I would happily kick some ass and show how much better I am if needed. But there is some fundamental difference in the level. Apparently I'm (very) good at my job (so people tell me), but I would happily chuck it out and work part time at 7-11 and do my geekie jobs on the side if my husband could make up for the $$ with his job - which he can't because IT is so nicely overpaid. The only reason I stay in the high-stress job of commercial software development is purely for the $$ - it's the only opportunity to earn enough dosh so we can play hard on our vacations.
This frightens me... first Columbia crashes, conservatives in the White House, and now cancelling our deep space programs? Eerie.
In my experience (about 15 years worth) it all depends are if you are truly going to be (a) a consultant, or (b) a contractor. 99.99999% of "consulting" firms are actually contract firms - you will get a paycheck, benes, taxes taken out, and a W-4 at the end of the year. Expected salary delta? Not too much. The risk here is: you will go if there are no more contracts. I worked over 5 years on one contract, with 3 different contracting firms. The client liked me :-) If you are TRULY a consultant (no paycheck, to benes, etc)... then like $/hr * 3
I'm more worried about the Cialis spammers... and those people who *think* I need my anatomy enhanced...
Notice: the ads are gone off of google.fr, but still there on google.com.