I run a fanless Gigabyte X800XL that has no issue with the current games. Sure it isn't 1600x1200 with maximum AA and AF, but an easy 1280x1024 with sensible AA and AF (and eye candy on full) with the current benchmark games (HL2, Far Cry etc).
Doesn't seem like this is something that new, I've had my card for a few months now.
In our PCs, yes, but the consumer DVD recorder market is still very much splintered. Consumers are either confused about the difference or are concerned enough not to buy a set top DVDR yet.
Ironically, Sony are one of the few big names whose set top DVD recorders ARE dual format.
Although I take the point that the two formats can be a cause for consumers to be reticent to buy, I think the bigger factor in the failure of these formats is the simple fact that 95% of people don't have the hardware to make them worth having. Even a system at around uk£200 isn't up to the job of faithfully recreating the level of detail in the source. Ultimately, if the consumer isn't able to hear the difference then they won't see the point (hell, most can't tell the difference between CD and 64kbps mp3).
On the other hand, everyone that sees our hi-def shop demo running is amazed at the level of detail compared to standard broadcast and even DVD. Coupled with the increase in average screen size as LCDs drop in price and just how bad standard broadcasts look when blown up to 42" and above and there will be a real possibility that people will be looking for the format.
Unlike high resolution audio, even Joe Schmoe is starting to hear about this "hi-def" thing that is going to take over.
Hearts and minds are what makes a technology and getting the public to be aware of it is more important than technical superiority.
But the difference is that a computer requests access to the network and the piece of equipment you've put in place to maintain the connection essentially says "Go ahead, here's an IP address to use".
It's more akin to having a doorman who, when people come up and ask for access says "Go ahead, let me open the door for you". If you haven't told him to stop people, that's your lookout.
Yes, my pr0n is only accessible in a PGP Disk file with a 45 character password and using an old beta copy of PGP that means you need to set the PC clock back by three years to avoid the "Trial period has expired" message. The key is also only held on a USB drive. The disk file is also in a hidden folder called "__temp" within my Photoshop testing folder and is named "scratchdisk".
Of course, now everyone on/. knows where to find my pr0n...
Unforunately the site was VERY overloaded on the last filing day. Of course, the Inland Revenue claimed that people had had months to file their returns, but it still suggests short-sightedness and a fundamental ignorance of human nature not to realise that 80% of people wait until the last minute - remember that episode of the Simpsons?
Apart from that oversight, the UK tax office filing site is well regarded here.
You will also have to retype all those assignments/projects and rebuy much of the software you bought for download.
Because you didn't back up.
That is no different to claiming you have to buy all your music in CD format again when your house burns down, even though you purchased the "rights" to it. Your hard disk is only the storage medium. iTunes makes it very easy to backup your music, if you choose not to then it is your problem.
Do you really want to be stuck with stories only about "I got my X to run Linux!"
You got X to run on Linux? I still can't get past the command line. Can you link me to an article that describes step by step how to achieve this holy grail?
(Please turn on tongue in cheek detectors before replying)
I don't know, Northern Ireland seems to be the most boring place on earth regarding natural phenomena. No quakes, high or unusual winds, even snow and lightning are rare. Temperatures don't drop below -5 (and that's very unusual) or above 30. I guess *some* form of wave may be dangerous, but we're pretty far away from any major fault lines as far as I know.
Of course, a few years back there was a good chance of getting shot or blown up, but I don't think that counts as a natural disaster.
I think people feel that the principle is worth suing over (although in the current litigious climate, that sounds like an oxymoron). It's somewhat like saying an employee should only be fired if they steal a certain amount from the till.
For what it's worth, I can see how the system works and why it happens, but it is probably contrary to people's expectations. Equally, I don't see why people raise their bid unless they have actually been outbid by someone else.
It more got me thinking of the attempts to map the path of a flock of birds into music in the hope that there would be some inherent musicality in their movement. Of course, it produced a terrible sound that could be forced into a terrible sound in the key of G.
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Well, I guess as part of the ongoing Handheld console war Sony will market this at the hardcore Nintendogs players
Stuart
I run a fanless Gigabyte X800XL that has no issue with the current games. Sure it isn't 1600x1200 with maximum AA and AF, but an easy 1280x1024 with sensible AA and AF (and eye candy on full) with the current benchmark games (HL2, Far Cry etc).
Doesn't seem like this is something that new, I've had my card for a few months now.
Stuart
Stuart
In our PCs, yes, but the consumer DVD recorder market is still very much splintered. Consumers are either confused about the difference or are concerned enough not to buy a set top DVDR yet.
Ironically, Sony are one of the few big names whose set top DVD recorders ARE dual format.
Stuart
Yes, just like we can breed stronger, better chickens by suddenly releasing a tiger into their coop.
Stuart
Select All -> Get Info -> My Rating -> Three Stars.
Rate up and down others as necessary. OK, not the point that default should be doing this for you, but a quick fix if you want it to work that way.
If you already have songs rated then create a 0 star smart playlist and repeat.
Stuart
Although I take the point that the two formats can be a cause for consumers to be reticent to buy, I think the bigger factor in the failure of these formats is the simple fact that 95% of people don't have the hardware to make them worth having. Even a system at around uk£200 isn't up to the job of faithfully recreating the level of detail in the source. Ultimately, if the consumer isn't able to hear the difference then they won't see the point (hell, most can't tell the difference between CD and 64kbps mp3).
On the other hand, everyone that sees our hi-def shop demo running is amazed at the level of detail compared to standard broadcast and even DVD. Coupled with the increase in average screen size as LCDs drop in price and just how bad standard broadcasts look when blown up to 42" and above and there will be a real possibility that people will be looking for the format.
Unlike high resolution audio, even Joe Schmoe is starting to hear about this "hi-def" thing that is going to take over.
Hearts and minds are what makes a technology and getting the public to be aware of it is more important than technical superiority.
Stuart
By "Meaning of Life" we should all read "Life of Brian", right?
Stuart
I understood that the new office XML formats had an extension the same as the original with an x at the end, as in .docx.
Possibly this was a wrapper for the format to encapsulate images etc? Can anyone who has actually looked at this clarify?
Thanks,
Stuart
But the difference is that a computer requests access to the network and the piece of equipment you've put in place to maintain the connection essentially says "Go ahead, here's an IP address to use".
It's more akin to having a doorman who, when people come up and ask for access says "Go ahead, let me open the door for you". If you haven't told him to stop people, that's your lookout.
Stuart
Twice.
Stuart
Amy Wong: "Fool me seven times, shame on you. Fool me eight or more times, shame on me."
Stuart
I would guess Ultra Magnus or possibly Rodimus Prime.
Stuart
Especially since Apple are so poor these days they can only afford to pay Steve Jobs a dollar a year.
Stuart
Damn, where's the hilarious-but-you're-evidently-going-straight-to-h ell mod?
Stuart
Yes, my pr0n is only accessible in a PGP Disk file with a 45 character password and using an old beta copy of PGP that means you need to set the PC clock back by three years to avoid the "Trial period has expired" message. The key is also only held on a USB drive. The disk file is also in a hidden folder called "__temp" within my Photoshop testing folder and is named "scratchdisk".
/. knows where to find my pr0n...
Of course, now everyone on
Stuart
We Can Remember It For You Wholesale.
Stuart
Unforunately the site was VERY overloaded on the last filing day. Of course, the Inland Revenue claimed that people had had months to file their returns, but it still suggests short-sightedness and a fundamental ignorance of human nature not to realise that 80% of people wait until the last minute - remember that episode of the Simpsons?
Apart from that oversight, the UK tax office filing site is well regarded here.
Stuart
You will also have to retype all those assignments/projects and rebuy much of the software you bought for download.
Because you didn't back up.
That is no different to claiming you have to buy all your music in CD format again when your house burns down, even though you purchased the "rights" to it. Your hard disk is only the storage medium. iTunes makes it very easy to backup your music, if you choose not to then it is your problem.
Stuart
(Please turn on tongue in cheek detectors before replying)
Stuart
I don't know, Northern Ireland seems to be the most boring place on earth regarding natural phenomena. No quakes, high or unusual winds, even snow and lightning are rare. Temperatures don't drop below -5 (and that's very unusual) or above 30. I guess *some* form of wave may be dangerous, but we're pretty far away from any major fault lines as far as I know.
Of course, a few years back there was a good chance of getting shot or blown up, but I don't think that counts as a natural disaster.
Stuart
We really need a "+1: Knowledge of the lore of /." modifier.
Stuart
I think people feel that the principle is worth suing over (although in the current litigious climate, that sounds like an oxymoron). It's somewhat like saying an employee should only be fired if they steal a certain amount from the till.
For what it's worth, I can see how the system works and why it happens, but it is probably contrary to people's expectations. Equally, I don't see why people raise their bid unless they have actually been outbid by someone else.
Stuart
It more got me thinking of the attempts to map the path of a flock of birds into music in the hope that there would be some inherent musicality in their movement. Of course, it produced a terrible sound that could be forced into a terrible sound in the key of G.
Stuart
Oh god, I spend too much time on IRC, I was wondering why you were asking how to say Firefox in Age/Sex/Location :(
Of course, being in the UK, ASL probably doesn't have such a strong connection to sign language.
Stuart