This is nothing new, I just read the article, the same thing happened to my Compaq 486 when I installed Solaris Base Server 2.4.
Any partitioning program lets you do stuff like this. And, for those of us who use an operating system other than windows, we've been doing it for years.
If you want to check out something cool, floppy disks can actually be converted, many times, from SS to DS.
Just so we're clear, all Operating Systems from Apple Computer say the same thing. I wouldn't be surprised if there is a similar clause in nearly every OS.
Had this been a real EMP, the devices still wouldn't work. An EMP would render most semiconductors (transistors, diodes, etc) completely useless, and indefinitely so.
The OEM remote control for my Chrysler Concord has FCCID GQ43VT9T. Which is registered to a company called TRW (TRW is also engraved into the back of the keyless entry remote).
According to the FCC, all remote controls with this FCC ID operate at 315.000mhz. My guess would be, most keyless entry systems built by this company operate at this frequency (ie, they don't all have separate FCC ID's, and separate frequencies).
It would only take me, an amateur radio operator, about an hour to come up with a way to block transmission on that frequency for, say, a 50 mile radius.
You can't possibly think ABS brakes are a bad design because YOU have trouble breaking (no pun intended) your old habits...
Furthermore, if ABS pisses you off that much, pull the fuse out.
DISCLAMER: DO NOT PULL THE FUSE OUT, EVEN IF YOU ARE AN ARROGANT BASTARD. I ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY IF YOU PULL THAT FUSE.It was just a funny slashdot post.. Though it might work. DO NOT DO IT. JUST LIKE WHEN THEY CUT BOOTS UP WITH KNIVES ON LATE NIGHT TV PAID-PROGRAMMING ADS.
The other thing that bothered me of course was when he said that the file sizes were only 50% bigger in some cases... sure, code is never all that big, but... still...
The 'code' is actually the same size. It is the resulting binary which has changed sizes.
I thought the article was very good, and I like the author's honesty in regards to how he did his testing, what was difficult, et cetra.
My only complaint, is that many things were mentioned twice. (eg, "I only ran the MySQL test twice because it took two hours to complete" is mentioned twice).
The only real option ('cause dumb people will be with us forever) is to configure the technology to make it harder to run apps from email. Either run them in a sandbox or require the user supply the root password to install the new application (this is why I believe Linux would be safer).
The only issue with that, is most windows users will be:
1) logged in as root anyway or:
2) supplying the root password just like they click "Allow" currently.
The only solution... well, there really isn't one. For every stupid, or misinformed person, there's something for them to be stupid or misinformed about.
Finally, the fact that Mike Rowe is setting up a web design firm to sell consulting services (in an industry directly related to that which Microsoft does business in) rather than a porn site is the crux of the issue.
I have to cut you off there partner. Microsoft does sell an operating system, and software. But they do NOT design web sites. Yes, they will probably consult with a huge company on web server back-end database interfacing, but microsoft is NOT in the business of "web consulting".
There are still people who believe there is a "computer" industry. They need to grow up. The "computer" industry makes up 75% of american business (or some large portion - just open up Ward's Business Directory, and notice that 7 out of 10 businesses are "computer" related).
The fact is, we need to differentiate between web design, operating system design, internet storage solutions, database management, et cetra.
Thats fine. You should be allowed to have your opinions. But the problem is that the moderation here is one-sided and penalizes anyone who criticizes BSD but has no problem with people who bash Linux. Therefore the hypocrisy in the moderation going on around here.
I'm sorry you feel that way - I'm a fair moderator, and I don't specifically mod down posts due to which unix the poster prefers or dislikes. I don't see the hypocrisy in moderation - the same diverse group that posts to slashdot (minus the trolls and the anonymous cowards) gets to moderate the discussions. If you feel this is unfair, as all the moderators have different opinions, I suppose its your right to feel that way.
BTW, most of the posts on slashdot critical of BSD are automatically posted by various slashdot bots. They're the same post EVERY TIME. Some of them are years old.
As for linux bashing, its rare. Most people here don't even see a difference between linux and open source. Notice the posts about KDE's new file i/o interface. It was posted as "something new for linux" (or something similar). Nobody even assumed it might work on a more popular unix-like system, such as Mac OS X.
Anyway, if you don't like the moderation, stop posting anonymously, and maybe you'll be moderating soon. The system is only as perfect as its participants.
I see that anti-BSD posts are being modded down - as they should be.
My post is in NO way anti-bsd. I simply quoted the site for the EkkoBSD Project. Seriously. Read it. I think people assumed it was a troll because of the length and the use of bold letters. Sorry if I confused anyone! I use FreeBSD and OpenBSD all the time
But why is someone with the username of gnu-sucks (the parent poster) modded up?
My username defines my opinion of the GNU GPL. By the way, all BSD operating systems (except gnudarwin) are licensed under the BSD license - and thats one thing I like about BSD. Its not GNU.
Honest, I mean good here people! And I'm glad someone finally noticed my username... Linux is great, btw, I just prefer BSDs, and I find the BSD license much more commercially successful.
The goal of the ekkoBSD project is to provide a safe, secure, and simple to administer network operating system. This will be accomplished in a democratic manner, with a well-defined hierarchy, and an eye towards new ways of thinking.
The Operating System
ekkoBSD as a core OS offers security, stability, and flexibility to your infrastructure. As a default installation, ekkoBSD gives you an E-Mail server, Web Server, ssh, and several other services that would normally need to be added and secured.
Single Servers
A concept that has been with ekkoBSD since it's beginning are the implementations of "Single Servers". These are much like the single-floppy firewalls, rescue discs, etc. found within PicoBSD.
ekkoBSD/TF is a single server example of a transparent nat firewall on a single floppy, hard disk, or CD.
Slashdot Mirror
Can you explain how they are relating dB to datarates?
dB what? dBf (decible fempto-watts, used for receiver signal strength often)?
well, I'm sure you feel that way, but I did read it. And the article is about the same shit I speak of.
This is nothing new, I just read the article, the same thing happened to my Compaq 486 when I installed Solaris Base Server 2.4.
Any partitioning program lets you do stuff like this. And, for those of us who use an operating system other than windows, we've been doing it for years.
If you want to check out something cool, floppy disks can actually be converted, many times, from SS to DS.
Article linked here
Just so we're clear, all Operating Systems from Apple Computer say the same thing. I wouldn't be surprised if there is a similar clause in nearly every OS.
Ever get slashdotted?
Back in my day, we had to walk our packets to and from the server, uphill, BOTH ways.
You might have priced a solid state CF card.
Yeah, and, the Tube-Type ones are much larger
How many Linux users do you know who would go out and buy the bottom-of-the-line of anything?
Well, I run mostly BSD-based os's, but 90% of my computers are pre-1998. My email server, for example, is a 486.
One of the fundamental cool things about most open-source operating systems is their ability to run on almost any hardware.
I know thats not what you're going at right now, but I thought it was a good point :)
Whats goin' on rick?
Makes me sick to read about as well. Hopefully, the FCC will take a concrete stand on such things.
--kc8aot
Had this been a real EMP, the devices still wouldn't work. An EMP would render most semiconductors (transistors, diodes, etc) completely useless, and indefinitely so.
The OEM remote control for my Chrysler Concord has FCCID GQ43VT9T. Which is registered to a company called TRW (TRW is also engraved into the back of the keyless entry remote).
According to the FCC, all remote controls with this FCC ID operate at 315.000mhz. My guess would be, most keyless entry systems built by this company operate at this frequency (ie, they don't all have separate FCC ID's, and separate frequencies).
It would only take me, an amateur radio operator, about an hour to come up with a way to block transmission on that frequency for, say, a 50 mile radius.
Go here to check your FCC ID.
Yeah, what ColaMan said.
You can't possibly think ABS brakes are a bad design because YOU have trouble breaking (no pun intended) your old habits...
Furthermore, if ABS pisses you off that much, pull the fuse out.
DISCLAMER: DO NOT PULL THE FUSE OUT, EVEN IF YOU ARE AN ARROGANT BASTARD. I ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY IF YOU PULL THAT FUSE.It was just a funny slashdot post.. Though it might work. DO NOT DO IT. JUST LIKE WHEN THEY CUT BOOTS UP WITH KNIVES ON LATE NIGHT TV PAID-PROGRAMMING ADS.
I agree, 50% larger, say, system-wide, would be a huge change.
/etc, most of /home) wouldn't change.
Granted, most people could afford the hard drive. And your text files (/var,
He did play it off like that 54% increase was no big deal though, you're absolutely right.
The other thing that bothered me of course was when he said that the file sizes were only 50% bigger in some cases... sure, code is never all that big, but... still...
The 'code' is actually the same size. It is the resulting binary which has changed sizes.
I thought the article was very good, and I like the author's honesty in regards to how he did his testing, what was difficult, et cetra.
My only complaint, is that many things were mentioned twice. (eg, "I only ran the MySQL test twice because it took two hours to complete" is mentioned twice).
Overall great read though, got me thinking.
We'll be counting hanging TCP connections?
I have a Beige G3 266 (oc'd to 300) as well.
We have os9 on it, and it really kills me to use it
10.1.5 is also on it, and Panther doesn't want to upgrade it, because my hardware is old.
In your experience, how well would this computer perform as a desktop (iChat, Safari, MS Office) computer?
thanks!
Oh, I have one of those in my cruiser, we call it a "Blood Alcohol Level Meter"
The only real option ('cause dumb people will be with us forever) is to configure the technology to make it harder to run apps from email. Either run them in a sandbox or require the user supply the root password to install the new application (this is why I believe Linux would be safer).
The only issue with that, is most windows users will be:
1) logged in as root anyway or:
2) supplying the root password just like they click "Allow" currently.
The only solution... well, there really isn't one. For every stupid, or misinformed person, there's something for them to be stupid or misinformed about.
Finally, the fact that Mike Rowe is setting up a web design firm to sell consulting services (in an industry directly related to that which Microsoft does business in) rather than a porn site is the crux of the issue.
I have to cut you off there partner. Microsoft does sell an operating system, and software. But they do NOT design web sites. Yes, they will probably consult with a huge company on web server back-end database interfacing, but microsoft is NOT in the business of "web consulting".
There are still people who believe there is a "computer" industry. They need to grow up. The "computer" industry makes up 75% of american business (or some large portion - just open up Ward's Business Directory, and notice that 7 out of 10 businesses are "computer" related).
The fact is, we need to differentiate between web design, operating system design, internet storage solutions, database management, et cetra.
Sam,
You're exactly right. And if BSD hadn't changed from the early days, we'd be dead in the water.
BSD has been modified by less people, but I don't see how either OS hasn't grown.
...JRR Tolkein: The Two Tower servers.
...were the moots suited?
logical attempt at humor here, come on now, its early...
Thats fine. You should be allowed to have your opinions. But the problem is that the moderation here is one-sided and penalizes anyone who criticizes BSD but has no problem with people who bash Linux. Therefore the hypocrisy in the moderation going on around here.
I'm sorry you feel that way - I'm a fair moderator, and I don't specifically mod down posts due to which unix the poster prefers or dislikes. I don't see the hypocrisy in moderation - the same diverse group that posts to slashdot (minus the trolls and the anonymous cowards) gets to moderate the discussions. If you feel this is unfair, as all the moderators have different opinions, I suppose its your right to feel that way.
BTW, most of the posts on slashdot critical of BSD are automatically posted by various slashdot bots. They're the same post EVERY TIME. Some of them are years old.
As for linux bashing, its rare. Most people here don't even see a difference between linux and open source. Notice the posts about KDE's new file i/o interface. It was posted as "something new for linux" (or something similar). Nobody even assumed it might work on a more popular unix-like system, such as Mac OS X.
Anyway, if you don't like the moderation, stop posting anonymously, and maybe you'll be moderating soon. The system is only as perfect as its participants.
I see that anti-BSD posts are being modded down - as they should be.
My post is in NO way anti-bsd. I simply quoted the site for the EkkoBSD Project. Seriously. Read it. I think people assumed it was a troll because of the length and the use of bold letters. Sorry if I confused anyone! I use FreeBSD and OpenBSD all the time
But why is someone with the username of gnu-sucks (the parent poster) modded up?
My username defines my opinion of the GNU GPL. By the way, all BSD operating systems (except gnudarwin) are licensed under the BSD license - and thats one thing I like about BSD. Its not GNU.
Honest, I mean good here people! And I'm glad someone finally noticed my username... Linux is great, btw, I just prefer BSDs, and I find the BSD license much more commercially successful.
A pleasant evening to you all.
From the neglected-to-be-mentioned web site:
What is it?
The goal of the ekkoBSD project is to provide a safe, secure, and simple to administer network operating system. This will be accomplished in a democratic manner, with a well-defined hierarchy, and an eye towards new ways of thinking.
The Operating System
ekkoBSD as a core OS offers security, stability, and flexibility to your infrastructure. As a default installation, ekkoBSD gives you an E-Mail server, Web Server, ssh, and several other services that would normally need to be added and secured.
Single Servers
A concept that has been with ekkoBSD since it's beginning are the implementations of "Single Servers". These are much like the single-floppy firewalls, rescue discs, etc. found within PicoBSD. ekkoBSD/TF is a single server example of a transparent nat firewall on a single floppy, hard disk, or CD.