I'm sure you'll call that "harsh" again, but if you do, please explain how pointing out a simple fact is harsher than either actively or tacitly supporting mass murder, rape, robbery, and a savage police state?
I might still say it's a harsh perspective, but not unfair or untrue by any stretch of the imagination (please pardon the pun).
I've never liked police officers... in fact, this often upsets my wife. She maintains not all are bad, corrupt, or simply lazy/acquiescent to doing what is "right". I'd like to agree with her, giving the benefit of the doubt, in line with my attempt to be positive. Just the same, to be brutally honest (which is what I take your perspective to be), people are far better off accepting the fact that the law enforcement professions (another example, prison guards) tend to attract people who are more interested in the "power" than helping their fellow man. I don't care to argue the percentages (good vs bad -- since I'm getting the feeling you see 99.9% as "bad") but I will wholeheartedly agree there is a harsh reality to this. Sad, but true.
While I've never had a frightening or painful experience with police, just about every encounter I can remember has been a case of boredom or meeting quotas, rather than protecting / serving (in my mind):
-Driving too slow... in the fog... at 3a,... in a town of 300 people. Cop asked me how much I had been drinking 5-6 times. Was 16 at the time, had 4-5 colas that night, which I stated the first time I was asked what I'd been "drinking". Hell, I didn't drink at 16 (period)! The bastard made me stand in the cold wearing shorts and a tank top at 3am -- was watching movies at a friends, 100 yards down the road from my house -- (in my driveway) for 20 minutes while he harassed me -65 in a 55 x2 No traffic, straight highway, both times. -31 in a 25 (in a school zone) Cop claimed there had been complaints. I was clearly a danger doing 6 over in a school zone a 9am. -Passing an unmarked car on a double-yellow. Never mind that I had been following the the unmarked car, which was traveling 5-10 under the posted limit for 15 miles and had ignored multiple safe pull outs, until there was actually a long, straight safe to pass the punk ass -and my absolute favorite... 25 in a 35!! Sports car, took a 120 degree turn quickly (no wheel spin or lose of control. Two different city cops (no idea where the hell they came from!) THOUGHT I went around the corner to fast (even tho they radar'ed me traveling 10 under the posted limit (which was accurate)! One office actually went as fars as to call the registered owner of the car (who was out of town and I was house and car sitting for). Luckily, that friend/owner of the sportscar felt the same as I about cops (and driving spiritedly).
Coming back to the topic of filming police conduct, wish I had "film" record on each of these incidents. Could have potentially saved a few bills! The only "ticket", of those mentioned above", that didn't end up costing was the 25 in a 35! Judge wrote it off, even the the cop attempted to plead her had reversed the posted speed versus my vehicle speed. I was able to contest in writing and actually had that "reckless driving" citation dismissed.
I feel bad even mentioning these silly "incidents", given the horrific experiences some have had with law enforcement.
Wonder what would happen if there existed a law enforcement oversight agency charged with filming every single police office, where "incidents" were available to the public (inmates)?? Wonder if that would be cause for law enforcement acting more judiciously/honestly, or if as some zealots would claim, 100% surveillance of city/highway police officers would/could actually cripple ability to enforce the law?
Yikes. I'd still say it's harsh. But I will concede that shielding youth from reality helps no one, society or our children. Just the same, I'd be inclined to "teach" lessons of reality on a slightly more positive take. Conceding (again) I'll call myself lucky that I'm young/unexperienced enough to not have first hand experience as to the lack of "real" freedom we really do have. : |
Not sure I could survive war/military without going crazy, let alone a few bad experiences learning how powerless we really are.
Then again, I "live" my life mostly in my own reality anyway (read: fantasy). I quite like it here. I don't say that to be snide or lessen those who are more grounded/practical, through outlook or unfortunate experiences. Perhaps, my rose colored "perception" (optimism, if you will) is a defense mechanism against the cold hard truths of reality? Not sure it's "criminal", but I respect your opinion and experience.
Love Diamond Age! Has to be one of my all time favs!!
Can you imagine a society in which every single citizen is "surveilled" 24-7??
A society in which every person is implanted with recording device(s) a birth... which record GPS location, atomic time, and a 360 view around a person (for, lets say 15 feet) for every second of a persons life. All this, stored in a central repository (i.e. as un-editable as possible) and where every second is reviewed by a "big brother" computer.
Grrr... submitt is NOT preview!! Let me try again... same post, edited as I had meant to do before submitted. : P
All that means is that you do not believe *at all* that there should be a legal right to film police conduct. As soon as you leave a gap that big, then the slime will wriggle through. Given the inarguable fact that they are all slime, your proposed legislation does *nothing*.
Law and justice is and will always be a double edged sword: Law must be flexible.
Black and white enforcement, something many (most) poor police officers fall trap too, is almost worse than no law at all.
On the other hand, while law must take into account certain legitimate exceptions -- I can kill in defense of myself/family, I can't kill a fleeing burglar... or in the example of filming police conduct, there must exist the provision for where a judge/jury could find cause for eminent danger to police/filmers/others -- law should also have a strong foundation. Call them guidelines... almost real-world examples as part of law.
If we, as a society, condone blanket/black-white laws, we leave interpretation up to officers of the law and court, through judicial precedent, as our current system of law and justice functions. In my estimation, a wise law maker will strive to enact laws which seek not only protect civil liberties, but is mindful not to extend civil liberties so far that said law is rendered useless (or worse of that without).
Ultimately, an effective statute (law) must take into account both enforcement and judicial review, in the real world. This may not be practical, but is seems like it would make the most sense (in that more perfect world we should strive for. In attempting to protect and serve society, police officers must also be policed... hence filming police conduct should be legal with realistic and well defined exceptions.
All that means is that you do not believe *at all* that there should be a legal right to film police conduct. As soon as you leave a gap that big, then the slime will wriggle through. Given the inarguable fact that they are all slime, your proposed legislation does *nothing*.
Law and justice is and will always be a double edged sword:
Law must be flexible. Black and white enforcement, something many (most) poor police offices fall trap too, is almost worse than no law at all.
On the other hand, while law must take into account certain legitimate exceptions -- I can kill in my own/families defense, but I can't kill a fleeing burglar... or in the example of filming police conduct, excepting where a judge/jury would fine cause for immeninet danger to police/filmers/others) -- law must also also have a strong foundation. Call them guidelines... almost examples as part of law. If we, as a society, condone blanket/black-white laws, we leave interretation up to officers of the law and court, trhough precident as, our current system of law and justice functions. The wisest society will strive to enact laws which seek not only protect civil liberties, but not to extend them so far the law is useless.
Ultimately, and effective statue enforcing a much needed law, must take into account both enforcement and judicial review. This may not be practical, but is seems like it would make the most sense. In trying to protect and serve socieity, police offices. While protecting AND keeping in line those who protect us. Filming police conduct.
Couldn't agree more. In a more perfect world, competent and conscientious (read, honest) peace officers should not fear being filmed.
Sadly, I can relate to a police office's fear of being filmed. While I think it smacks of dishonesty or abuse of power at best (police officers objecting to being filmed/photographed)... Can anyone refute the contention that most law is so nebulous (open to a huge range of judicial interpretation and/or special interest manipulation) it's not impossible (or even unlikely) police officers could be sued (and be found guilty of misconduct) for entirely legitimate police conduct. If a burglar can effectively sue a home owner for bodily injury suffered why burglarizing said home, couldn't a police officer loose a civil suit for enforcing the law in a manner most of us would consider appropriate.
All that aside, I still believe there should be a federal statute 100% sanctioning a civilian legal right to film police conduct (excepting situations where filming poses an obvious and immediate risk to officers or others).
"Privacy policies" fall into one of two categories:
1) A length legalese document more complicated than a home loan; 2) One line "promising" never to sell or otherwise disclose personal info.
The only thing a consumer can "like" is whether they care and/or trust the vendor, regardless of any so called "privacy policy" (obvious and displayed prominently, or obfuscated under a mountain of half broken links).
If this was a phone support operation, good bloody riddance!!! Shame on you apple!
Here I was thoroughly impressed with Apple's phone support. After being PC-centric for 15 years, I finally purchased am Apple (Intel MacMini). When the wireless KB failed several weeks ago, I was pleasantly surprised with how easy it was to obtain a warranty replacement. The phone rang several times, no hold, and I spoke with a friendly, intelligent, and helpful (English speaking) tech. Not to mention the replacement KB arrived on Monday (call placed on Sunday morning).
Wish I could say the same for Dell. I absolutely detest Dell's new "outsourced" phone support. Being responsible for 200 PCs, I've had a handful of occasionals to contact Dell Support. In the past, it was similar to my experience with Apple. Easy, painless, and expedient. Sadly, in the last year or so, I've had the misfortunate of requiring Dell Hardware Warranty support for several systems...
Let's leave it to say that now when clients are looking for reasonably priced PCs, I still suggest Dell, but with the caveat of being prepared for infuriatingly poor support. : (
I'd like every electrical device in my home to be networked and controllable by multiple interfaces, lets say, voice, wall panels, computer/TV, and AI (scheduled/pre-programmed). For that matter, there are a handful of non-electrical furnishings which could benefit from my Home.net(TM), such as doors, windows, and blinds. Aside from living in a holo-deck, where every particle could be restuctured, configured, programmed at the slightest whim, having every item I iteract with in my home "smart" would be interesting. Scary, but interesting... and probably quite convenient.
This thing is incredible, exactly how it should be: powerful, functional, elegant... extremely well executed.
Here's hoping game developers take advantage of this platform, most importantly the 16 player wireless capability!
Off to play some more Metal Gear Acid. : )
Here's hoping the tecnology occurs in my lifetime!
Ever since watching Bicentenial Man, I've always dreamed of that sort of life. It sure would be nice being able to choose when I've had enough. All the while living in perfect health, thanks to the marvels of hyper efficient synthetic parts.
I don't know about anyone else, but I imagine 300-400 years would pass before I would even think about getting off my ass...
I can't imagine they could possibly make up for the travesty that was Reloaded. Wish I had never seen nor heard of that so called "sequel". I just don't undestand how they could go from so brilliant, to so not... in supposedly the same universe (actors/writers/directors).
The wool was definitely pulled over my eyes and that's something I care not to repeat.
I absolutely love everything about XP except M$. Go figure.
In terms of useability, features, and *GASP* simplicity -- really, we're
talking user interface here -- XP does nearly every single thing I want it to. In fact,
rarely do I find myself thinking of a feature that if not included, hasn't already been thought of and created by 3rd parties.
Don't get me wrong, I'd love to love OS X or any other *nix flavor. Sadly, I've yet to
meet a distro that can hold a candle to the useability I've learned in Windows over the
years.
Then, aren't most of us stuck in the same trap, more or less, with the OS we "know"
best?
I am skeptical about this. I work in a hospital with "Do not use wireless phones in this facility" signs on all the doors. Yet, when I asked our BioMed guy about this he said that in order to actually have even a slight chance of causing interference of medical devices, one would have to place their cell phone very close to said "affected" equipment... and, again, even then, he called it a slight chance to cause interference.
Not that I'd test this theory myself... not in the hospital, let alone on a plane.
"...the main difference in cost was not due to price of the basic software, but rather the price of developing the software, including labor costs."
Hmm, while I doubt this is accurate -- M$ licenses are ludicrously/criminally -- I'd still rather go with the 25% "more expensive" (development) platform when it means running a more stable and secure system.
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I'm sure you'll call that "harsh" again, but if you do, please explain how pointing out a simple fact is harsher than either actively or tacitly supporting mass murder, rape, robbery, and a savage police state?
I might still say it's a harsh perspective, but not unfair or untrue by any stretch of the imagination (please pardon the pun).
I've never liked police officers... in fact, this often upsets my wife. She maintains not all are bad, corrupt, or simply lazy/acquiescent to doing what is "right". I'd like to agree with her, giving the benefit of the doubt, in line with my attempt to be positive. Just the same, to be brutally honest (which is what I take your perspective to be), people are far better off accepting the fact that the law enforcement professions (another example, prison guards) tend to attract people who are more interested in the "power" than helping their fellow man. I don't care to argue the percentages (good vs bad -- since I'm getting the feeling you see 99.9% as "bad") but I will wholeheartedly agree there is a harsh reality to this. Sad, but true.
While I've never had a frightening or painful experience with police, just about every encounter I can remember has been a case of boredom or meeting quotas, rather than protecting / serving (in my mind):
-Driving too slow... in the fog... at 3a,... in a town of 300 people. Cop asked me how much I had been drinking 5-6 times. Was 16 at the time, had 4-5 colas that night, which I stated the first time I was asked what I'd been "drinking". Hell, I didn't drink at 16 (period)! The bastard made me stand in the cold wearing shorts and a tank top at 3am -- was watching movies at a friends, 100 yards down the road from my house -- (in my driveway) for 20 minutes while he harassed me
-65 in a 55 x2 No traffic, straight highway, both times.
-31 in a 25 (in a school zone) Cop claimed there had been complaints. I was clearly a danger doing 6 over in a school zone a 9am.
-Passing an unmarked car on a double-yellow. Never mind that I had been following the the unmarked car, which was traveling 5-10 under the posted limit for 15 miles and had ignored multiple safe pull outs, until there was actually a long, straight safe to pass the punk ass
-and my absolute favorite... 25 in a 35!! Sports car, took a 120 degree turn quickly (no wheel spin or lose of control. Two different city cops (no idea where the hell they came from!) THOUGHT I went around the corner to fast (even tho they radar'ed me traveling 10 under the posted limit (which was accurate)! One office actually went as fars as to call the registered owner of the car (who was out of town and I was house and car sitting for). Luckily, that friend/owner of the sportscar felt the same as I about cops (and driving spiritedly).
Coming back to the topic of filming police conduct, wish I had "film" record on each of these incidents. Could have potentially saved a few bills! The only "ticket", of those mentioned above", that didn't end up costing was the 25 in a 35! Judge wrote it off, even the the cop attempted to plead her had reversed the posted speed versus my vehicle speed. I was able to contest in writing and actually had that "reckless driving" citation dismissed.
I feel bad even mentioning these silly "incidents", given the horrific experiences some have had with law enforcement.
Wonder what would happen if there existed a law enforcement oversight agency charged with filming every single police office, where "incidents" were available to the public (inmates)?? Wonder if that would be cause for law enforcement acting more judiciously/honestly, or if as some zealots would claim, 100% surveillance of city/highway police officers would/could actually cripple ability to enforce the law?
Yikes. I'd still say it's harsh. But I will concede that shielding youth from reality helps no one, society or our children. Just the same, I'd be inclined to "teach" lessons of reality on a slightly more positive take. Conceding (again) I'll call myself lucky that I'm young/unexperienced enough to not have first hand experience as to the lack of "real" freedom we really do have. : |
Not sure I could survive war/military without going crazy, let alone a few bad experiences learning how powerless we really are.
Then again, I "live" my life mostly in my own reality anyway (read: fantasy). I quite like it here. I don't say that to be snide or lessen those who are more grounded/practical, through outlook or unfortunate experiences. Perhaps, my rose colored "perception" (optimism, if you will) is a defense mechanism against the cold hard truths of reality? Not sure it's "criminal", but I respect your opinion and experience.
Blue or red pill anyone??
Love Diamond Age! Has to be one of my all time favs!!
Can you imagine a society in which every single citizen is "surveilled" 24-7??
A society in which every person is implanted with recording device(s) a birth... which record GPS location, atomic time, and a 360 view around a person (for, lets say 15 feet) for every second of a persons life. All this, stored in a central repository (i.e. as un-editable as possible) and where every second is reviewed by a "big brother" computer.
That's one frightening thought!!
That much should be obvious to a 10 year old.
...You're not a jaded police officer are you? : P
That's just a little harsh... don't you think?
Grrr... submitt is NOT preview!! Let me try again... same post, edited as I had meant to do before submitted. : P
All that means is that you do not believe *at all* that there should be a legal right to film police conduct. As soon as you leave a gap that big, then the slime will wriggle through. Given the inarguable fact that they are all slime, your proposed legislation does *nothing*.
Law and justice is and will always be a double edged sword: Law must be flexible.
Black and white enforcement, something many (most) poor police officers fall trap too, is almost worse than no law at all.
On the other hand, while law must take into account certain legitimate exceptions -- I can kill in defense of myself/family, I can't kill a fleeing burglar... or in the example of filming police conduct, there must exist the provision for where a judge/jury could find cause for eminent danger to police/filmers/others -- law should also have a strong foundation. Call them guidelines... almost real-world examples as part of law.
If we, as a society, condone blanket/black-white laws, we leave interpretation up to officers of the law and court, through judicial precedent, as our current system of law and justice functions. In my estimation, a wise law maker will strive to enact laws which seek not only protect civil liberties, but is mindful not to extend civil liberties so far that said law is rendered useless (or worse of that without).
Ultimately, an effective statute (law) must take into account both enforcement and judicial review, in the real world. This may not be practical, but is seems like it would make the most sense (in that more perfect world we should strive for. In attempting to protect and serve society, police officers must also be policed... hence filming police conduct should be legal with realistic and well defined exceptions.
All that means is that you do not believe *at all* that there should be a legal right to film police conduct. As soon as you leave a gap that big, then the slime will wriggle through. Given the inarguable fact that they are all slime, your proposed legislation does *nothing*. Law and justice is and will always be a double edged sword: Law must be flexible. Black and white enforcement, something many (most) poor police offices fall trap too, is almost worse than no law at all. On the other hand, while law must take into account certain legitimate exceptions -- I can kill in my own/families defense, but I can't kill a fleeing burglar... or in the example of filming police conduct, excepting where a judge/jury would fine cause for immeninet danger to police/filmers/others) -- law must also also have a strong foundation. Call them guidelines... almost examples as part of law. If we, as a society, condone blanket/black-white laws, we leave interretation up to officers of the law and court, trhough precident as, our current system of law and justice functions. The wisest society will strive to enact laws which seek not only protect civil liberties, but not to extend them so far the law is useless. Ultimately, and effective statue enforcing a much needed law, must take into account both enforcement and judicial review. This may not be practical, but is seems like it would make the most sense. In trying to protect and serve socieity, police offices. While protecting AND keeping in line those who protect us. Filming police conduct.
That's pretty cool. I didn't realize.
How sad that this is such a unknown!
>> We really need more people filming the police.
Couldn't agree more. In a more perfect world, competent and conscientious (read, honest) peace officers should not fear being filmed.
Sadly, I can relate to a police office's fear of being filmed. While I think it smacks of dishonesty or abuse of power at best (police officers objecting to being filmed/photographed)... Can anyone refute the contention that most law is so nebulous (open to a huge range of judicial interpretation and/or special interest manipulation) it's not impossible (or even unlikely) police officers could be sued (and be found guilty of misconduct) for entirely legitimate police conduct. If a burglar can effectively sue a home owner for bodily injury suffered why burglarizing said home, couldn't a police officer loose a civil suit for enforcing the law in a manner most of us would consider appropriate.
All that aside, I still believe there should be a federal statute 100% sanctioning a civilian legal right to film police conduct (excepting situations where filming poses an obvious and immediate risk to officers or others).
"Privacy policies" fall into one of two categories:
1) A length legalese document more complicated than a home loan;
2) One line "promising" never to sell or otherwise disclose personal info.
The only thing a consumer can "like" is whether they care and/or trust the vendor, regardless of any so called "privacy policy" (obvious and displayed prominently, or obfuscated under a mountain of half broken links).
"Could this help to bring the prices down on DVD games and movies?"
Isn't it just as likely the MPAA would raise prices citing the added cost of technology "required" to stem shoplifters?
If this was a phone support operation, good bloody riddance!!! Shame on you apple!
Here I was thoroughly impressed with Apple's phone support. After being PC-centric for 15 years, I finally purchased am Apple (Intel MacMini). When the wireless KB failed several weeks ago, I was pleasantly surprised with how easy it was to obtain a warranty replacement. The phone rang several times, no hold, and I spoke with a friendly, intelligent, and helpful (English speaking) tech. Not to mention the replacement KB arrived on Monday (call placed on Sunday morning).
Wish I could say the same for Dell. I absolutely detest Dell's new "outsourced" phone support. Being responsible for 200 PCs, I've had a handful of occasionals to contact Dell Support. In the past, it was similar to my experience with Apple. Easy, painless, and expedient. Sadly, in the last year or so, I've had the misfortunate of requiring Dell Hardware Warranty support for several systems...
Let's leave it to say that now when clients are looking for reasonably priced PCs, I still suggest Dell, but with the caveat of being prepared for infuriatingly poor support. : (
I'd like every electrical device in my home to be networked and controllable by multiple interfaces, lets say, voice, wall panels, computer/TV, and AI (scheduled/pre-programmed). For that matter, there are a handful of non-electrical furnishings which could benefit from my Home.net(TM), such as doors, windows, and blinds. Aside from living in a holo-deck, where every particle could be restuctured, configured, programmed at the slightest whim, having every item I iteract with in my home "smart" would be interesting. Scary, but interesting... and probably quite convenient.
I agree with others above, $5 is the most I'd pay to download AND *own* a movie. This would have to include the ability to burn a DVD.
Or should I say "God, how nice!"
Much like the Matrix and Lord of the Rings so called sequels, I'll never consider Episode II and II as part of the original story.
This thing is incredible, exactly how it should be: powerful, functional, elegant... extremely well executed. Here's hoping game developers take advantage of this platform, most importantly the 16 player wireless capability! Off to play some more Metal Gear Acid. : )
We use windows becuase there is no viable alternative. Honestly. I'm sorry to say, for me, and 100s of millions like me... there isn't.
Luckily, this won't always be the case. Apple and the many Linux distros will continue to get better and better. Will Windows keep up forever?
I wonder how long the Micro$oft monopoly will last...A decade... a century???
Any DRM worth circumventing (i.e. most of em) will be cracked...
That is, god forbid, unless our society/government is entirely overrun by corporate greed.
I shudder to think of that sort of world.
Here's hoping the tecnology occurs in my lifetime!
Ever since watching Bicentenial Man, I've always dreamed of that sort of life. It sure would be nice being able to choose when I've had enough. All the while living in perfect health, thanks to the marvels of hyper efficient synthetic parts.
I don't know about anyone else, but I imagine 300-400 years would pass before I would even think about getting off my ass...
Sign me up!
Respectfully, it would seem the vast majority of readers feel this type of sponsored advertisement "review" is not ideal front page "news" material.
Keep the interesting new flowing... much appreciated!
BlueF
I would like to know what storage media (and interface) was used?
Anyone have 18TB of media lying around which can read/write 3.3GB/s?!
<rant>
I can't imagine they could possibly make up for the travesty that was Reloaded. Wish I had never seen nor heard of that so called "sequel". I just don't undestand how they could go from so brilliant, to so not... in supposedly the same universe (actors/writers/directors).
The wool was definitely pulled over my eyes and that's something I care not to repeat.
: (
</rant>
People who use XP, absolutly hate XP.
I absolutely love everything about XP except M$. Go figure.
In terms of useability, features, and *GASP* simplicity -- really, we're talking user interface here -- XP does nearly every single thing I want it to. In fact, rarely do I find myself thinking of a feature that if not included, hasn't already been thought of and created by 3rd parties.
Don't get me wrong, I'd love to love OS X or any other *nix flavor. Sadly, I've yet to meet a distro that can hold a candle to the useability I've learned in Windows over the years.
Then, aren't most of us stuck in the same trap, more or less, with the OS we "know" best?
I am skeptical about this. I work in a hospital with "Do not use wireless phones in this facility" signs on all the doors. Yet, when I asked our BioMed guy about this he said that in order to actually have even a slight chance of causing interference of medical devices, one would have to place their cell phone very close to said "affected" equipment... and, again, even then, he called it a slight chance to cause interference.
Not that I'd test this theory myself... not in the hospital, let alone on a plane.
"...the main difference in cost was not due to price of the basic software, but rather the price of developing the software, including labor costs."
Hmm, while I doubt this is accurate -- M$ licenses are ludicrously/criminally -- I'd still rather go with the 25% "more expensive" (development) platform when it means running a more stable and secure system.