This one's not just steaming, it's smoldering- almost ready to burst into flame!
We have a few Vectras too, and while there are not as many issues with them we still have a proportional amount of failures when compared to the Brios.
A pretty/useful case design does not make a functional computer, unfortunately.:-(
the HP Brio that I am typing this on froze up in the middle of my reply, causing it to be lost. The original text taked about how crappy HP's are, the fact that the corporation I work for is moving away from HP (and hopefully MS), and how good the "white box" machines we have been buying are.
This HP P.O.S. hasn't even got a fan on the cpu, it uses a passive cooler and tries to draw the air over the cpu with the (very slow) power supply fan. I have to remove the case and run a boxfan next to it just so the damn thing will run until quitting time. They used some very low quality components and construction practices to save their bottom line that the computer is nearly unusable.
And both HP and Compaq were known for using proprietary components like RAM (no biggie since there are only 2 slots on the junky mobo in here anyway!)
If I was going to buy premade, I would definitely avoid HP at all costs.
I've been theorizing for years that the virus was genetically engineered and released intentionally to weed out the "undesirables". It's too perfect, mutates too fast, and has a very specific transfer mechanism. And before anyone says that the US wouldn't release something like that, remember that they do use the term "acceptable losses". Heck, nuclear radiation is measured in "sunshine units", how cheerful is that?
Not to say that other world governments wouldn't release it also....
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While 75 percent considered the right to speak freely as "essential," almost half, 46 percent, supported amending the Constitution to prohibit flag burning.
What exactly are we supposed to do to dispose of old flags then? Dump them in the trash?
It's profitable to have people in jail for companies, even though we are paying the bill, we don't see the profit, we are subsidizing slavery for companies that can are enjoying a cheaper alternative to thrid world sweatshops
It's ironic that you'd mention that. The corporation I work for has state prisoners assemble wiring harnesses. We pay the prisoners, and the state gets a good chunk of it to offset the cost of their incarceration. The thing is, we are actually spending more money doing that than we would just having a local company build the harnesses for us. The only thing the program is doing for us is giving us good PR, it really is a case of doing something for the community- we are offsetting jail costs. And if you really think it is slavery, please tell me why competition is so fierce among the inmates to get a job building those wire harnessess? They have the option of setting in their cells, but they want to work and make SOME money for when they get out. We had an excess of applicants for those positions...
That's a minor point, the big picture is that it is illegal to be poor. This starts with the vagrancy laws, and ends with the fact the constitution does not extend protection from slavery to those who are incarcerated in US prisons.
I agree, we should just kill them instead of making them do productive work to offset the high costs of their incarceration.
health care and medical insurance company overcharge uninsured and minority patients for more than white people with high paying jobs
I call BULLSHIT!!! The medical empire overcharges those with the means to pay for the healthcare so it can write-off the bills of the poor people who *sob* can't pay their medical bills. You seem to have gotten this backwards, bud.
Of course America is probably one of about 4 countries that could resolve this problem without a revolution, that is if the American public wants to change this and remembers that it CAN make a difference.
The only way this will ever change if if the American public realizes that NOTHING is free, not even jailtime or basic healthcare.
Agreed! I'm for "weighted voting" based on IQ (or somesuch). I'm sorry, but if Joe understands the issue better than Cletus, I'd rather Joe had more influence in the outcome. Cletus could just stay home and watch "wrassling" for all I care.
Ya, and the punchcards used in the past work so well that they have never been challenged. Right.:)
What I like about this idea is that it could finally allow the US to move in the direction of being a democracy instead of a republic. On the other hand, people are dumb in large groups and I know everyone would vote for a "gimmee" without considering the consequences (sure, let's ALL get $5000 tax rebates this year)...
I do find it odd that they are using a Windows OS though. Maybe they wanted an excuse for a recount? [/sarcasm]
Honestly, I don't see an electronic format as being a bad thing. In the future, we might actually get to vote on more issues and take more direct control of our government: wouldn't that be a plus?
I disagree, in no way would that make me a murderer. By your logic, shooting a mad dog makes me a mad dog. To think that all killing is equal is very silly. To kill an innocent is bad, to kill a murderer is not.
Perhaps you could explain to me why someone who would take an innocent life deserves to have their own life? I think "tough but fair" works better than "holier than thou" as far as reality is concerned.
Does this mean that we shouldn't shut down companies illegally dumping industrial waste because of the "innocent" truck driver who is just doing a job? I think that your recording engineer is part of a system, just like that truck driver: and if you go work for an unethical company, you get the job security you deserve.
This is not to say that I don't support good artists, I actually have bought music legitimately that I found I liked after listening to the MP3. Heck, when I see a local performer, if they are any good I buy CD's right from them (if they are selling any). I know the ARTIST gets the $$$, and they generally charge a fair price for it. The same things cannot be said about the RIAA.
And I'm not bringing you a pony for Christmas, because I know what you want it for, you sicko. That's disgusting, and you need to get some therapy.:P
That's true, I'd cheerfully execute a murderer... But I'd never harm an innocent. To go back to the original point, I don't find the RIAA/MPAA innocent. They have been ripping people off (artists _and_ consumers) for decades, and doing whatever they can (moral or not)to maintain a chokehold on distribution channels. I refuse to feel regret for any actions I might take against them, sorry.
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Seems to me that if you really had studied it, you'd at least know how to spell it correctly. I call bullshit!
Wasn't the last part of that quote "and I'm not so certain about the former", or something along those lines?
This one's not just steaming, it's smoldering- almost ready to burst into flame!
We have a few Vectras too, and while there are not as many issues with them we still have a proportional amount of failures when compared to the Brios.
A pretty/useful case design does not make a functional computer, unfortunately. :-(
This HP P.O.S. hasn't even got a fan on the cpu, it uses a passive cooler and tries to draw the air over the cpu with the (very slow) power supply fan. I have to remove the case and run a boxfan next to it just so the damn thing will run until quitting time. They used some very low quality components and construction practices to save their bottom line that the computer is nearly unusable.
And both HP and Compaq were known for using proprietary components like RAM (no biggie since there are only 2 slots on the junky mobo in here anyway!)
If I was going to buy premade, I would definitely avoid HP at all costs.
I'm 30, and I have no idea either. Don't feel bad...
I will assume you meant "meant".
Good. Most of them could use some soap. They reek.
Isn't that the next generation after Human III?
I love my country, I fear my government.
Not to say that other world governments wouldn't release it also....
What exactly are we supposed to do to dispose of old flags then? Dump them in the trash?
Morons.
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All amplifiers distort. Tubes just don't "clip" like transistors do, that's why people like them.
It's ironic that you'd mention that. The corporation I work for has state prisoners assemble wiring harnesses. We pay the prisoners, and the state gets a good chunk of it to offset the cost of their incarceration. The thing is, we are actually spending more money doing that than we would just having a local company build the harnesses for us. The only thing the program is doing for us is giving us good PR, it really is a case of doing something for the community- we are offsetting jail costs. And if you really think it is slavery, please tell me why competition is so fierce among the inmates to get a job building those wire harnessess? They have the option of setting in their cells, but they want to work and make SOME money for when they get out. We had an excess of applicants for those positions...
I agree, we should just kill them instead of making them do productive work to offset the high costs of their incarceration.
health care and medical insurance company overcharge uninsured and minority patients for more than white people with high paying jobs
I call BULLSHIT!!! The medical empire overcharges those with the means to pay for the healthcare so it can write-off the bills of the poor people who *sob* can't pay their medical bills. You seem to have gotten this backwards, bud.
Of course America is probably one of about 4 countries that could resolve this problem without a revolution, that is if the American public wants to change this and remembers that it CAN make a difference.
The only way this will ever change if if the American public realizes that NOTHING is free, not even jailtime or basic healthcare.
Agreed! I'm for "weighted voting" based on IQ (or somesuch). I'm sorry, but if Joe understands the issue better than Cletus, I'd rather Joe had more influence in the outcome. Cletus could just stay home and watch "wrassling" for all I care.
What I like about this idea is that it could finally allow the US to move in the direction of being a democracy instead of a republic. On the other hand, people are dumb in large groups and I know everyone would vote for a "gimmee" without considering the consequences (sure, let's ALL get $5000 tax rebates this year)...
I do find it odd that they are using a Windows OS though. Maybe they wanted an excuse for a recount? [/sarcasm]
Honestly, I don't see an electronic format as being a bad thing. In the future, we might actually get to vote on more issues and take more direct control of our government: wouldn't that be a plus?
the first line has five
the second line has seven
the last line has five
http://www.sluggy.com/daily.php?date=020807 I'm on a linkie strike. :-)
I don't believe in linking. :-)
Now there is a combination TV show... Buffy jamming a wooden stake up Will's arse, while Grace whines about her wardrobe. Spiffy.
Perhaps you could explain to me why someone who would take an innocent life deserves to have their own life? I think "tough but fair" works better than "holier than thou" as far as reality is concerned.
Great thought, but you don't own your cd's according to the RIAA. You are merely renting the content.
This is not to say that I don't support good artists, I actually have bought music legitimately that I found I liked after listening to the MP3. Heck, when I see a local performer, if they are any good I buy CD's right from them (if they are selling any). I know the ARTIST gets the $$$, and they generally charge a fair price for it. The same things cannot be said about the RIAA.
And I'm not bringing you a pony for Christmas, because I know what you want it for, you sicko. That's disgusting, and you need to get some therapy. :P
That's true, I'd cheerfully execute a murderer... But I'd never harm an innocent. To go back to the original point, I don't find the RIAA/MPAA innocent. They have been ripping people off (artists _and_ consumers) for decades, and doing whatever they can (moral or not)to maintain a chokehold on distribution channels. I refuse to feel regret for any actions I might take against them, sorry.