Sorry but Debian installation is a pain in the ass. The average user can't install it.
If you can't f'ing install it you can't evaluate its superiority. Mandrake is by far the easiest distro to install. Until Debian is as easy to install I don't think it will ever get bigger Linux market share. If you want to give a taste of Debian to average user your best bet is to give them a Lindows CD.
Sorry but that argument doesn't hold true. If PC prices increase so will Apple's prices. Apple likes the exclusivity of their products and will continue to market to its wealthy/fanboy demographics.
I build my own systems and I sure as hell can build a screaming system for much less than any Mac out there.
I have had experience with doggy components, guess what I did with them though? I sent them back. About ten miles away from me is an Internet computer store that is supper cheap. It is really a miracle how they mange to keep their prices so low. I usually go in there and buy most of my stuff.
$150 - CPU - AMD XP 2800 $100 - Mobo - I'm an ASUS fanboy:p $110 - HD - IBM/Matrox $60 - Burner - LiteOn $40 - DVD ROM $50 - Case w/ power supply. $70 - Sound card - TB Santa Curz $150 - Video Card - Take your pick midrange nVidia or ATI. $70 - Memory 512MB PC3200.
Never trust a company that is trying to sell you something. The test should have been done by him rather than being provided by the companies themselves. This guy has zero credibility and I for one don't put much stock on what he says.
Oh, and that last line about AMD having more credibility is just one of the most stupidest things I have ever heard. I don't buy Macs because of the $$$ and I pack a AMD chip but to say something like AMD has more credibility is very silly.
It is good to see that the old adage of "like assholes, everyone has an opinion" hold true.
All my phoning is done through my cell phone. I see no benefit of having a lan line. No unsolicited calls. Of course if you go over you minutes the cell phone company will take you to the bank. I found out that the hard way but since then I've never gone over my minutes.
What is really even more sad is how incompetent the people at the USPTO are. There lot of competent software engineers out of work out there who should be hired by the buffoons that run the place. Maybe then will shit like one-click get rejected at the first glance.
MPAA is definitely in a better position than RIAA. Watching a Divx on your computer isn't exactly the same as going to the theaters. I probably spend about $400 a year going to the movies and donâ(TM)t plan to stop any time soon.
Posting a direct link to an mp3 file on slashdot amounts to nothing more than sabotage and an attempt to weaken our website global leadership position. I'll see you in court!
I'm far from a racists. I'm assuming your are getting the idea of my sig being racist by inferring that it is refrence to the novel âoeTo Kill a Mockingbird.â Well, let me assure you that I am neither a southerner nor white so I can't possibly be racist. I do however hate mockingbirds. They mock me every time I pass by them in the outdoors.
You can always train someone to do your job , so if that VP position is open they'll strongly consider because you walking out on the company right after they passed you up is more disastrous than you moving up the ladder. No one likes to stay around when they've been passed up on a promotion they clearly deserved.
<<A nice way to prevent is to include your fellow coworkers in these kind activities.>>
Of course you don't wan to alienate yourself from your co-workers. If you invite the boss you have to invite some of the co-workers. As far as my relationship with co-workers goes I do nothing but smile and say thank you or good morning to them. I try to smooch with them too because often they'd come to me to ask for a favor here and there.
p.s. I am no one's minion. I won't do anything unethical or illegal for anyone. And if some co-worker does something that is against company policy, I could care less. As always, my creed is "Mind Your Business."
A truly wise employee will create value in himself so that he becomes indispensable. My stratagy is simple, know everything and have everyone else think you are the only one who knows everything. Whenever they need someone do something minor here and there I volunteer and get the job done.
Seniority is overrated. If you make a ton on money you'll probably be one the first to get axed. Another one of my rules is don't get too greedy. Don't ask for exorbonant amount of money. If you make a little bit above average, you'll most likly be around through the rough times. Also, if you get a chance, smooch with the Director/Sr. manager. This will get you points when it is time to layoff a few people. Take him to launch, ask about the family, admire his nice big car, and if you ever get a chance invite him to dinner at your home or to 4th July party.
Blockbuster is evil reincarnated. Their system of return next day by noon is nothing more than a way to get more money out of you. I'm fcking at work so how the hell I'm I supposed to return it by noon?
Their are two Blockbusters within a mile from me, but I opt to go to Hollywood Videos because of their nice 5 day return policy.
Tell me about it, we buy dual Xeon Systems at my work to do heavy image and processing and that sucker costs about 5 grand. That is to be expected when you have two SCSI 146 Gig hard drives and 2 Gig in memory.
Besides, I build my own system. I can build a screaming system for a little less than $800. Last time I check you can get a scrawny little eMac. Have nothing against the eMac but for $800? Can you say ripp-off?
Apple hardware is pretty pricey so I'm sure they are maying a nice profit from it. I imagine most/.ers are bargain hunters like me. The only real advantage of Windows is Games. Both OS X and Linux lack the support of game developers. The two OS's are stuck in a viscous cycle of developers not wanting to produce games for them because of low market shares, and the OS's not being able to gain enough user base to demand games on the platforms.
I dual boot not because I want to, but because I am addicted to games. Give me games and I'll toss my Windows Disk out of the window.
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Sorry but Debian installation is a pain in the ass. The average user can't install it.
If you can't f'ing install it you can't evaluate its superiority. Mandrake is by far the easiest distro to install. Until Debian is as easy to install I don't think it will ever get bigger Linux market share. If you want to give a taste of Debian to average user your best bet is to give them a Lindows CD.
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Sorry but that argument doesn't hold true. If PC prices increase so will Apple's prices. Apple likes the exclusivity of their products and will continue to market to its wealthy/fanboy demographics.
I build my own systems and I sure as hell can build a screaming system for much less than any Mac out there.
:p
I have had experience with doggy components, guess what I did with them though? I sent them back. About ten miles away from me is an Internet computer store that is supper cheap. It is really a miracle how they mange to keep their prices so low. I usually go in there and buy most of my stuff.
$150 - CPU - AMD XP 2800
$100 - Mobo - I'm an ASUS fanboy
$110 - HD - IBM/Matrox
$60 - Burner - LiteOn
$40 - DVD ROM
$50 - Case w/ power supply.
$70 - Sound card - TB Santa Curz
$150 - Video Card - Take your pick midrange nVidia or ATI.
$70 - Memory 512MB PC3200.
Total=$800
All quality products at super low cost.
Never trust a company that is trying to sell you something. The test should have been done by him rather than being provided by the companies themselves. This guy has zero credibility and I for one don't put much stock on what he says.
Oh, and that last line about AMD having more credibility is just one of the most stupidest things I have ever heard. I don't buy Macs because of the $$$ and I pack a AMD chip but to say something like AMD has more credibility is very silly.
It is good to see that the old adage of "like assholes, everyone has an opinion" hold true.
All my phoning is done through my cell phone. I see no benefit of having a lan line. No unsolicited calls. Of course if you go over you minutes the cell phone company will take you to the bank. I found out that the hard way but since then I've never gone over my minutes.
Meant to say Corps....
There were 30 hammers in the box.
hammers 30.
"Spend as much as you can."
Point is, the Army is not out to save money. Buying direct is a no-no. This way, they can as for more money next year.
A friend of mine worked as an Army Core Engineer and he once told me they spend $2000 on a box of hammers.
It should be obvious from my remark that I already knew this.
What is really even more sad is how incompetent the people at the USPTO are. There lot of competent software engineers out of work out there who should be hired by the buffoons that run the place. Maybe then will shit like one-click get rejected at the first glance.
MPAA is definitely in a better position than RIAA. Watching a Divx on your computer isn't exactly the same as going to the theaters. I probably spend about $400 a year going to the movies and donâ(TM)t plan to stop any time soon.
Posting a direct link to an mp3 file on slashdot amounts to nothing more than sabotage and an attempt to weaken our website global leadership position. I'll see you in court!
I'm far from a racists. I'm assuming your are getting the idea of my sig being racist by inferring that it is refrence to the novel âoeTo Kill a Mockingbird.â Well, let me assure you that I am neither a southerner nor white so I can't possibly be racist. I do however hate mockingbirds. They mock me every time I pass by them in the outdoors.
Can you say pellet gun?
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You can always train someone to do your job , so if that VP position is open they'll strongly consider because you walking out on the company right after they passed you up is more disastrous than you moving up the ladder. No one likes to stay around when they've been passed up on a promotion they clearly deserved.
<<A nice way to prevent is to include your fellow coworkers in these kind activities.>>
Of course you don't wan to alienate yourself from your co-workers. If you invite the boss you have to invite some of the co-workers. As far as my relationship with co-workers goes I do nothing but smile and say thank you or good morning to them. I try to smooch with them too because often they'd come to me to ask for a favor here and there.
p.s. I am no one's minion. I won't do anything unethical or illegal for anyone. And if some co-worker does something that is against company policy, I could care less. As always, my creed is "Mind Your Business."
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The word is PREROGATIVE! you fool. ie "Its your PREROGATIVE!">>
Hahahah. Lets see how many miss-spelled words you have.
1. beraking
2. benifits
3. aritsts
4. liveing
5. experiance
6. sponserships
7. apperances
A truly wise employee will create value in himself so that he becomes indispensable. My stratagy is simple, know everything and have everyone else think you are the only one who knows everything. Whenever they need someone do something minor here and there I volunteer and get the job done.
Seniority is overrated. If you make a ton on money you'll probably be one the first to get axed. Another one of my rules is don't get too greedy. Don't ask for exorbonant amount of money. If you make a little bit above average, you'll most likly be around through the rough times. Also, if you get a chance, smooch with the Director/Sr. manager. This will get you points when it is time to layoff a few people. Take him to launch, ask about the family, admire his nice big car, and if you ever get a chance invite him to dinner at your home or to 4th July party.
Blockbuster is evil reincarnated. Their system of return next day by noon is nothing more than a way to get more money out of you. I'm fcking at work so how the hell I'm I supposed to return it by noon?
Their are two Blockbusters within a mile from me, but I opt to go to Hollywood Videos because of their nice 5 day return policy.
You missed that it was a joke.
I'd like to hire you to build me a house.
Head on over to AlienWare. They'll be glad to accept your cash and build you a system like that.
Or
You could just wire transfer them money to my bank account and I'll build you such a system.
Tell me about it, we buy dual Xeon Systems at my work to do heavy image and processing and that sucker costs about 5 grand. That is to be expected when you have two SCSI 146 Gig hard drives and 2 Gig in memory.
Besides, I build my own system. I can build a screaming system for a little less than $800. Last time I check you can get a scrawny little eMac. Have nothing against the eMac but for $800? Can you say ripp-off?
Apple hardware is pretty pricey so I'm sure they are maying a nice profit from it. I imagine most /.ers are bargain hunters like me. The only real advantage of Windows is Games. Both OS X and Linux lack the support of game developers. The two OS's are stuck in a viscous cycle of developers not wanting to produce games for them because of low market shares, and the OS's not being able to gain enough user base to demand games on the platforms.
I dual boot not because I want to, but because I am addicted to games. Give me games and I'll toss my Windows Disk out of the window.
All these companies are out to screw each other. The question is how fast can you screw the other guy before they screw you?
The real world is a bitch as it is.
LA isn't as good as you think. Most people commute early in the morning (6 a.m.) to avoid traffic. Their I-5, 101 and 110 are awful during rush hour.
You were probably staying near LAX weren't you?