Which interface is more complex: Photoshop or AutoCAD? Are there other programs (not OSs) that are more complicated to operate than graphics-oriented ones? Girlfriend 2.0 doesn't count.
All electronic locks I have ever seen default to unlocked when the power goes off.
Someone will undoubtedly call me on terminology, but this is "fail-safe" design. I.E., instrument air/pneumatics/electricity failure defaults the device to a "safe" condition. The trick is in evaluating *the whole system* as an entity in itself. The law of unintended consequences applies here, and with more design being automated, there is often a disconnect between the designers of different systems (worst case is inexperienced, low-paid people running great big machines overseen by clueless, profit-oriented managers).
You never want to fuck around when it means lives can be lost.
Name the country that, if you were a citizen of said country and made your comment, would not put you in prison (or just put a bullet through your skull):
Canada gets ignored. AGAIN.
Get with the program eh, I'm trying to start a Slashdot meme, as "Beowolf Clusters", "Does it work in Linux" and "You insensitive clod" have become hackneyed.
I must confess that I've done a bit of cryogenic piping design (cold boxes) in my time and I have no clue about helium. Offtopic, but related: interesting (but poorly-presented) PDF on LH2.
Still, if you compress the gas and let it cool, eventually it should condense, if the temperature is low enough.
So, like, you'd need a compressor and a refrigerator (let's say "ice box"). Wouldn't you also need an expander somewhere in the process? Just guessing.
Didn't some other company offer some kind of "plate protector" that featured window blind-type horizontal lattices that could only be seen from straight-on or from a standing person's (I.E., cop with a radar gun) eye level?
Of course, this calls into question the "witness" argument, I'm sure there's an answer to that.
Seems to me that the technology most often gets used for revenue generation and not stopping bad drivers.
Anything that gets the idea into the general public consciousness can't be all bad. What is really needed (for the "Survivor" crowd) is an onslaught of PSAs that outline, in simple terms, how to handle spam and scams.
How about history? If a teacher could relate historical and cultural past to the way groups of people act now, we might understand rather than hate. We might even move toward solving more difficult problems (sociological, psychological).
...the single most important determinant of whether a kid pays attention in class is whether the teacher is excited about the material or not.
Agreed. I like kids because it's so simple to teach them things and watch the proverbial lightbulb go on over their heads when they "get it". It is a very satisfying feeling (my own son is now 13, so he naturally knows everything at this point). Little kids are really neat and watching their interaction with each other is fascinating. It is very easy to engage their minds if you present a complicated idea in terms they can relate to. Dammit, you've just made me want to have another one, but that won't happen until I'm a grandfather!
So yeah, the GIMP should donate a percentage of their revenues. 15% of 0 is still 0:)
Maybe they meant mind sharing a la a WiFi-enabled, brain-based SETI, rather than money. Everyone already knows that these guys' reality detectors are faulty and they likely need extra thinking power.
Given the bright minds over there, I have to wonder. Unfortunately for me, I don't think I'd qualify for even a junior janitor trainee position at their offices (I think he's doing particle physics research in his spare time).
Use breathing techniques. Use visualization. Learn to quit while you're ahead. Learn to label things for what they are: distress that kills not 'responsibility' or some other Ward Cleaver crap. Exercise (ooh! there goes the karma.)
What a brilliant post. This is why I keep reading Slashdot (at +4).
What, you think 6 hours of sleep is adequate? Try it in three 2 hour doses.
What, you have a luxurious 2 hours at a time? Since my son was born, I haven't had more than 45 minutes of uninterrupted doze time. At work they have to prod me with a stick so I can wake up and push the automated Design Liquid Oxygen Plant button.
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Which interface is more complex: Photoshop or AutoCAD? Are there other programs (not OSs) that are more complicated to operate than graphics-oriented ones? Girlfriend 2.0 doesn't count.
he didn't realize the massage parlors in the city he worked were of the "full release" variety.
As compared to the nagware, partially crippled or "cannot save file" versions you mean?
However, I have heard of no reports of water being comprised of Kilngons, so it is probably safe to say that 0% of water is made up of Klingons.
Aren't KlingOns more accurately described when you combine hairy asses, TP and, umm, feces? AKA WillNots.
Someone had to say it. Well, actually, no they didn't, butt that's my scatology contribution for the day.
Or in my case, beer.
All electronic locks I have ever seen default to unlocked when the power goes off.
Someone will undoubtedly call me on terminology, but this is "fail-safe" design. I.E., instrument air/pneumatics/electricity failure defaults the device to a "safe" condition. The trick is in evaluating *the whole system* as an entity in itself. The law of unintended consequences applies here, and with more design being automated, there is often a disconnect between the designers of different systems (worst case is inexperienced, low-paid people running great big machines overseen by clueless, profit-oriented managers).
You never want to fuck around when it means lives can be lost.
To Engineer is Human
Name the country that, if you were a citizen of said country and made your comment, would not put you in prison (or just put a bullet through your skull):
Canada gets ignored. AGAIN.
Get with the program eh, I'm trying to start a Slashdot meme, as "Beowolf Clusters", "Does it work in Linux" and "You insensitive clod" have become hackneyed.
It reminds me of that light from the classic show, "The Prisoner"
Careful what you think in publc; I see an 8 foot diameter bouncing blob coming your way.
Step 1: liquify nitrogen.
Shouldn't step 0.5 be, "make air a liquid"?
(For some reason I am now reminded of Hugh Gallagher).
I must confess that I've done a bit of cryogenic piping design (cold boxes) in my time and I have no clue about helium. Offtopic, but related: interesting (but poorly-presented) PDF on LH2.
I think SUN needs to find its place in the market (hint: not the same place as Apple or Dell).
3D CAD servers, maybe?
Let the evil begin!
Still, if you compress the gas and let it cool, eventually it should condense, if the temperature is low enough.
So, like, you'd need a compressor and a refrigerator (let's say "ice box"). Wouldn't you also need an expander somewhere in the process? Just guessing.
...the old guys in the physics department remember when helium was $10-20 per liter (liquid)...
How in the world does one make liquid helium? Is there a tap somewhere underground you can turn on?
Didn't some other company offer some kind of "plate protector" that featured window blind-type horizontal lattices that could only be seen from straight-on or from a standing person's (I.E., cop with a radar gun) eye level?
Of course, this calls into question the "witness" argument, I'm sure there's an answer to that.
Seems to me that the technology most often gets used for revenue generation and not stopping bad drivers.
...paid $29.99 for an IE blocker...
Why pay for an IE popup blocker when you can use the free addons like Avantbrowser?
Anything that gets the idea into the general public consciousness can't be all bad. What is really needed (for the "Survivor" crowd) is an onslaught of PSAs that outline, in simple terms, how to handle spam and scams.
Question is, who is going to pay for it?
How about history? If a teacher could relate historical and cultural past to the way groups of people act now, we might understand rather than hate. We might even move toward solving more difficult problems (sociological, psychological).
Have you ever heard of James Burke?
You'll probably like his approach.
-Paul
...the single most important determinant of whether a kid pays attention in class is whether the teacher is excited about the material or not.
Agreed. I like kids because it's so simple to teach them things and watch the proverbial lightbulb go on over their heads when they "get it". It is a very satisfying feeling (my own son is now 13, so he naturally knows everything at this point). Little kids are really neat and watching their interaction with each other is fascinating. It is very easy to engage their minds if you present a complicated idea in terms they can relate to. Dammit, you've just made me want to have another one, but that won't happen until I'm a grandfather!
Once again, Canada has been ignored. Bastards.
just reading the article one of my butt cheeks was falling asleep:P
I suggest upgrading to four asses, that way only 25% will be affected.
So yeah, the GIMP should donate a percentage of their revenues. 15% of 0 is still 0
Maybe they meant mind sharing a la a WiFi-enabled, brain-based SETI, rather than money. Everyone already knows that these guys' reality detectors are faulty and they likely need extra thinking power.
Given the bright minds over there, I have to wonder. Unfortunately for me, I don't think I'd qualify for even a junior janitor trainee position at their offices (I think he's doing particle physics research in his spare time).
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Use breathing techniques. Use visualization. Learn to quit while you're ahead. Learn to label things for what they are: distress that kills not 'responsibility' or some other Ward Cleaver crap. Exercise (ooh! there goes the karma.)
What a brilliant post. This is why I keep reading Slashdot (at +4).
What, you think 6 hours of sleep is adequate? Try it in three 2 hour doses.
What, you have a luxurious 2 hours at a time? Since my son was born, I haven't had more than 45 minutes of uninterrupted doze time. At work they have to prod me with a stick so I can wake up and push the automated Design Liquid Oxygen Plant button.
Use it.