I'd like to see real-time telemetry data. In WRC, you'll see some of that, but I think it'd go over great with NASCAR fans and F1 fans alike. To be able to compare Schumie's speeds with Barrichello's speeds on a specific corner, look at how their fuel system is looking -- all that stuff.
That data is already being transmitted to the teams, it would be awesome if they would forward that on into an Enhanced TV where you could choose what racer's telemetry you wanted to see. Also, cameras that you can switch to -- to be able to choose from the angles allowed, not just the ones that they want to broadcast at the moment. This would mean streaming about 100 video feeds and another 20 or so telemetry feeds, but it would be amazing for racing fans.
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What about the random kanji characters? They definitely help my Honda CRX.
But I think you've hit on something that is much deeper. Many times Americans will say "So what? Who cares about country X?" (See reply at same level) but as an American who has lived overseas most of my life, I have to say that it has helped a lot. It helps you understand where everyone else is coming from, especially in regards to their view of the US. It's similar to finding out who your neighbours are down the street. It may seem trivial, but it will help you understand your neighbourhood better and also understand what they think of you (and if you're a different race, what they think in general). Knowledge is always a good thing, and once we start to understand where people are coming from, we are better equipped to communicate and create solutions instead of blunders.
/soapbox
I spent a couple weeks there backpacking around Europe, and it was by far the best experience I had. The country is just beautiful to begin with, but then you top that with the people (who are not only beautiful, but very friendly) and the history (Some amazing monuments, etc.) and you'll be hard pressed to find a country that compares to it.
Go to WebCasterAlliance.com and register with them. They are more than willing to take financial donations or for you to call your congressmen in support of this.
I was following you until you said: " they see the RIAA as the master of the market, and lawsuits like these only perpeptuate that control."
I don't see how a lawsuit against them will help them. If you mean that it acknowledges that they are indeed the top dog, that has already been conceded by all parties.
But I will say that after listening to internet radio, not only has my musical taste become more mature, but I have bought more CDs since these groups cannot be found on P2P. Indie groups are the future of music -- and the RIAA is scared of the future because it will trump their pop music.
I worked at a Starbucks in the suburbs that had wifi, and most of our wifi users were home business owners who wanted a change of scenery. They were able to come to Starbucks, get some coffee, see some different people, and continue on with thier work. One guy did graphic design, and he sat there with his mac and did his thing. The other guy did accounting stuff, and he had a whole table where he spread out all his paperwork and did his thing. Another guy was a professor at a University and would grade papers and update Blackboard with his stuff. And of course you had the nursing students who were just surfing pr0n.
There are a ton of reasons to use wifi in a coffee shop, much less anywhere else. Perhaps you should learn to treat wifi as a powerful tool which people can use 24/7. It is not too much. Wifi has alrady caught on, and begs for others (like yourself) to get onboard.
You'd be surprised about that. I lived in the Philippines a few years ago, when Counter-Strike was just gaining popularity. Most people can't afford a computer, much less an internet connection (much less broadband), and so they go to "internet cafes" which are basically 40 computers set up on a LAN with CS. The authorities had to patrol the internet cafes during school hours because kids wouldn't go to school, they'd just game all day. It's interesting in Thailand they're focusing on a different time to worry about.
I thought I was the only one who did that. When I was like 8, I remember sitting down with an encyclopedia and reading it from cover to cover. I'd look up stuff I didn't know in the correct encyclopedia or dictionary. It's kind of depressing that kids don't do that anymore, they just go and play videogames.
You know, the most amazing thing about your post was that it wasn't modded down to oblivion or modded up as hilariously funny. It just sits at 1. That's when you know it's bad, when no one takes the time to even mod you.
First off, you've made some very good points. It made me start to think if one can ever declare war on terrorism. If one were to actually do so it would mean no physical violence but instead a series of talks and validation of the terrorists. Let me explain my thoughts: as you said, you cannot physically attack terrorism. It only aggravates and perhaps only increases the hatred of said terrorists. The only constructive way to stop a terrorist organization is to deal with their demands straight up.
However, this means that your organization is considered weak and you have just opened yourself up to a huge barrage of terrorists. The U.S. (for example) deals with nations across the world, and the affects are felt in every nation,that there is hatred possible in every country. So as soon as you deal with one, five others see that terrorism is a viable option for your complaints to be heard. That does nothing for decreasing terrorism, only increasing it.
So by working with a terrorist organization, you stop the current attacks but encourage terrorism in the future. Surely you'll have issues with others, and perhaps more terrorist attacks by the same organization, but you will have effectively discouraged further terrorist activities. Let me know your thoughts...
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That data is already being transmitted to the teams, it would be awesome if they would forward that on into an Enhanced TV where you could choose what racer's telemetry you wanted to see. Also, cameras that you can switch to -- to be able to choose from the angles allowed, not just the ones that they want to broadcast at the moment. This would mean streaming about 100 video feeds and another 20 or so telemetry feeds, but it would be amazing for racing fans.
What about the random kanji characters? They definitely help my Honda CRX.
Do you mean something like this that was on slashdot a year ago?
Here's his personal website: http://members.aol.com/mbeve10258/EddieOlmos.html? mtbrand=AOL_US and here's another page about all this: http://members.aol.com/ejowebmistress/BSG.html?mtb rand=AOL_US
Holy shit. You're serious...
I'm only 20, i still have 2 years of ignorant bliss!
LOL, that's exactly what I was thinking.
Also, make sure to tell marketing that by having a better product, you'll naturally draw more customers -- allowing them to look better.
But I think you've hit on something that is much deeper. Many times Americans will say "So what? Who cares about country X?" (See reply at same level) but as an American who has lived overseas most of my life, I have to say that it has helped a lot. It helps you understand where everyone else is coming from, especially in regards to their view of the US. It's similar to finding out who your neighbours are down the street. It may seem trivial, but it will help you understand your neighbourhood better and also understand what they think of you (and if you're a different race, what they think in general). Knowledge is always a good thing, and once we start to understand where people are coming from, we are better equipped to communicate and create solutions instead of blunders.
/soapbox
I spent a couple weeks there backpacking around Europe, and it was by far the best experience I had. The country is just beautiful to begin with, but then you top that with the people (who are not only beautiful, but very friendly) and the history (Some amazing monuments, etc.) and you'll be hard pressed to find a country that compares to it.
And the other one is Nigeria?
You know, I wrote that as a joke, becuase they were just looking at anatomy stuff, but I guess no one caught it...
Go to WebCasterAlliance.com and register with them. They are more than willing to take financial donations or for you to call your congressmen in support of this.
Support monetarily, or writing your congressmen (and women) or any other expertise you might have. Do what you can, it can only help.
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I don't see how a lawsuit against them will help them. If you mean that it acknowledges that they are indeed the top dog, that has already been conceded by all parties.
But I will say that after listening to internet radio, not only has my musical taste become more mature, but I have bought more CDs since these groups cannot be found on P2P. Indie groups are the future of music -- and the RIAA is scared of the future because it will trump their pop music.
There are a ton of reasons to use wifi in a coffee shop, much less anywhere else. Perhaps you should learn to treat wifi as a powerful tool which people can use 24/7. It is not too much. Wifi has alrady caught on, and begs for others (like yourself) to get onboard.
You'd be surprised about that. I lived in the Philippines a few years ago, when Counter-Strike was just gaining popularity. Most people can't afford a computer, much less an internet connection (much less broadband), and so they go to "internet cafes" which are basically 40 computers set up on a LAN with CS. The authorities had to patrol the internet cafes during school hours because kids wouldn't go to school, they'd just game all day. It's interesting in Thailand they're focusing on a different time to worry about.
I thought I was the only one who did that. When I was like 8, I remember sitting down with an encyclopedia and reading it from cover to cover. I'd look up stuff I didn't know in the correct encyclopedia or dictionary. It's kind of depressing that kids don't do that anymore, they just go and play videogames.
I've always wondered why IT people don't just do this to stop hackers.
The guy who works 3 offices down came to see what was so funny that I was laughing so hard. Good job.
Here's the scalp you want.
You know, the most amazing thing about your post was that it wasn't modded down to oblivion or modded up as hilariously funny. It just sits at 1. That's when you know it's bad, when no one takes the time to even mod you.
Go Canucks!
However, this means that your organization is considered weak and you have just opened yourself up to a huge barrage of terrorists. The U.S. (for example) deals with nations across the world, and the affects are felt in every nation,that there is hatred possible in every country. So as soon as you deal with one, five others see that terrorism is a viable option for your complaints to be heard. That does nothing for decreasing terrorism, only increasing it.
So by working with a terrorist organization, you stop the current attacks but encourage terrorism in the future. Surely you'll have issues with others, and perhaps more terrorist attacks by the same organization, but you will have effectively discouraged further terrorist activities. Let me know your thoughts...