That list was more like "My favorite games". Starcraft didn't define the RTS genre, it was just a popular RTS game. Plenty of games before Starcraft defined what Starcraft would eventually become.
...being the best RTS game ever, of course. Never understood this fascination people have with Starcraft and C&C. To me, those games were like junior high. Dumbed down interfaces, limited units and command options, etc.
TA was grad school. Insane unites, complex commands and unit construction...
I should have made it more clear that the games reference was an example. I think many of those 20% don't really understand what it would mean to switch from a Windows (I presume) system to a Mac. The undeniable limited game selection is one aspect of it, but also price and compatibility with many other major services/websites (that's a whole other conversation).
Let me ask this. WHY are these people saying they'll switch? Because iTunes only works with Mac? No. Because Macs can do more than PCs? No. Ah, because Macs are cheaper? No.
The iPod has nothing to do with security so that's most likely not a reason. It's just "I like this iPod thing so I must like Macs too!" Then the reality of it sets in.
In headline after headline talking about Hubble and how they need money to repair it and what-not, I've never seen a single mention of what's actually wrong with it and why it needs "repairing".
When I hire someone, background skills are most important, but a strong second is just wanting people who "get it". Adults, who can communicate in an adult and professional manner while getting thier job done. Degree or not...
Loud pipes do not save lives. The people that spout this nonsense are the same people that believe the helmets are dangerous because they block your hearing. Nevermind that the wind rushing past at 70mph is pretty freaking loud.
If there's a biker with "loud pipes" coming up behind you, you're not going to hear him until he's past you anyway. Idiots with screechingly loud pipes make all of us riders look bad.
Federal law allows people to carry shotguns. I doubt the dorm would have any problem prohibiting students from hanging their blunderbust from a gun rack over their bunk bed.
Dude, you sound really bitter. Did someone beat up your 4th level Cleric in EQ one time?
How many cafe latte's do you drink in a month? Skip two of them and now you've got enough to play.
And define "doing well in these games". Having fun? You have to be a teenager to have fun? Damn dude, sounds like you're already working on growing old and dying.
Wow. What a way to live. Have you ever bought a new car? Do you ever plan too? Can you fly commercial airlines? Plane cabins stink. What about driving near pastures or out in the country in general. Do you have allergies, or just some super-sensitive snout? Do you complain when a movie theatre smells like feet, or do you avoid movie theatres because of your condition. I mean, if you spend this much time trying to make sure your desk is ok for your nose, it must be pretty serious. Do you claim ADA and get special stuff at work, or do you suffer though each day.
I did say what I mean. There are too few gamers for it to be a worthwhile excercise to launch a linux version of any game on day 1. Once the game is deemed a success, then time and money can be spent distributing a linux version.
Wasn't trolling, just saying that this won't change by 2006. Sorry if I hurt your feelings.
Why would Visa cancel your account unless you "validated" the account once a month? What if you're on a two month vacation? You lose your account?
Why would Citibank send you an email saying "Unless you click this link and enter all your info, your credit card will expire!" If my card's about to expire, I get a new one in the mail.
Be cynical and suspicious. It's healthy.
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That list was more like "My favorite games". Starcraft didn't define the RTS genre, it was just a popular RTS game. Plenty of games before Starcraft defined what Starcraft would eventually become.
same with all the other genres.
...being the best RTS game ever, of course. Never understood this fascination people have with Starcraft and C&C. To me, those games were like junior high. Dumbed down interfaces, limited units and command options, etc. TA was grad school. Insane unites, complex commands and unit construction...
...and why are they trying to install a Free Browser Plugin when I visit that site.
and WTF is up with Allrpg.com allowing them to do so?
I should have made it more clear that the games reference was an example. I think many of those 20% don't really understand what it would mean to switch from a Windows (I presume) system to a Mac. The undeniable limited game selection is one aspect of it, but also price and compatibility with many other major services/websites (that's a whole other conversation).
Let me ask this. WHY are these people saying they'll switch? Because iTunes only works with Mac? No. Because Macs can do more than PCs? No. Ah, because Macs are cheaper? No.
The iPod has nothing to do with security so that's most likely not a reason. It's just "I like this iPod thing so I must like Macs too!" Then the reality of it sets in.
"Apparrently nearly 20% of iPod users surveyed are planning to switch to Macs,"
Never happen. As soon as that 20% realizes there's no games for that shiny Mac in the store window, they'll stay right where they are.
How is the loss of fuel due to being carried along by a friendly jet stream?
Golly. Wonder why so many people still use that bug-ridden, security nightmare called IE.
In headline after headline talking about Hubble and how they need money to repair it and what-not, I've never seen a single mention of what's actually wrong with it and why it needs "repairing".
What's the deal?
But they don't, so there isn't, so they won't.
It's a stupid thing. What's to prevent me from writing down 1234 Evergreen Terrace, Mr and Mrs Simpson?
ugh, but you go on believing that we're all safer because they don't allow silverware on planes anymore.
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TA is the best RTS ever. Hands down, no questions asked. Absolutely the best.
Ditto, to everything you said.
When I hire someone, background skills are most important, but a strong second is just wanting people who "get it". Adults, who can communicate in an adult and professional manner while getting thier job done. Degree or not...
I hate people who are "shocked and angered" about anything. Fvcking whiners.
Loud pipes do not save lives. The people that spout this nonsense are the same people that believe the helmets are dangerous because they block your hearing. Nevermind that the wind rushing past at 70mph is pretty freaking loud.
If there's a biker with "loud pipes" coming up behind you, you're not going to hear him until he's past you anyway. Idiots with screechingly loud pipes make all of us riders look bad.
Rule number one: Don't talk about Halo:2 leaks Rule number two: See rule number one
Microsoft employs ninjas? Who knew?!
You're assuming once it's consumed it's gone. They'll probably recycle much of it.
What the hell are you talking about?
Federal law allows people to carry shotguns. I doubt the dorm would have any problem prohibiting students from hanging their blunderbust from a gun rack over their bunk bed.
How do you know he hasn't done that? Just because he's typing here, doesn't mean he can't or hasn't said the same thing somewhere else.
Dude, you sound really bitter. Did someone beat up your 4th level Cleric in EQ one time?
How many cafe latte's do you drink in a month? Skip two of them and now you've got enough to play.
And define "doing well in these games". Having fun? You have to be a teenager to have fun? Damn dude, sounds like you're already working on growing old and dying.
Wow. What a way to live. Have you ever bought a new car? Do you ever plan too? Can you fly commercial airlines? Plane cabins stink. What about driving near pastures or out in the country in general. Do you have allergies, or just some super-sensitive snout? Do you complain when a movie theatre smells like feet, or do you avoid movie theatres because of your condition. I mean, if you spend this much time trying to make sure your desk is ok for your nose, it must be pretty serious. Do you claim ADA and get special stuff at work, or do you suffer though each day.
Sounds like a geek ailment to me.
I did say what I mean. There are too few gamers for it to be a worthwhile excercise to launch a linux version of any game on day 1. Once the game is deemed a success, then time and money can be spent distributing a linux version.
Wasn't trolling, just saying that this won't change by 2006. Sorry if I hurt your feelings.
They won't.
Nobody uses Linux. And by "nobody" I mean a small enough percentage for it to be not worth it.
Why would Visa cancel your account unless you "validated" the account once a month? What if you're on a two month vacation? You lose your account? Why would Citibank send you an email saying "Unless you click this link and enter all your info, your credit card will expire!" If my card's about to expire, I get a new one in the mail. Be cynical and suspicious. It's healthy.