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  1. Re:SHIT. on Russia Plans Martian Nuclear Station · · Score: 1

    ON SOVIET MARS, POWERS nuke YOU!! (just like in Soviet Ukraine.....)

  2. Re:The Heat Issue on The Diamond Age · · Score: 1

    I'm actually doing just that with my Athlons. I bought some 3 inch dryer hose, two eight foot lengths. I also bought some 2 inch PVC pipe, and cut out short segments (about 3 inches each). I then cut a 3/8ths board to fit inside the window, and slightly wider than the dryer hose. I then drilled holes at one end of the board, just large enough for the PVC pipe. I attached the dryer hose to the pipe (no the size difference isn't too significant), and the other end, I taped to the power supply air outlet, using cardboard to get a good tight fit (cut a hole slightly smaller than the metal loop in the dryer hose, and a cut from the side to slip it in.)

    So far, so good. My room is noticibly cooler now.

    Next on my list is to some more holes at the opposite end of the board, where I will attach fans from old power supplies (which can be ripped out of old 486s or whatnot). I'll save one power supply to power the lot, or maybe cannabalise a wall-wort adapter. This will be useful to bring fresh air in. In the past, in winter, I've had a problem with condensation between the window panes. I'll open the outside window when necessary for fresh air, but otherwise, I'll leave the board upside down -- that is, with the hot air blowing into the bottom, and the fans sucking it out at the top. This will stop the formation of ice in the window...

    ... and save on heating! Heat only travels to colder mass, so instead of having the air between the window panes stagnant and only acting as insulation, I'll keep that air warmer than the room itself. Because of this, no heat from the room will pass through to the inner air, keeping me warm :)

  3. Re:Slashdot usage tip on A Dotcom in a Basement? · · Score: 1

    Or just type in any sane browser that stores what you typed in its history -- like Konqueror, Galeon, Opera, etc.

  4. Re:Sooner is Better on GPL in Court - Good or Bad? · · Score: 1

    Don't forget -- if the code was once released under the GPL, one clause specifically states that you are allowed to distribute it under it later version. Thus, a simple amendment to the GPL would need to be made, a version (2.1?) released, and all GPL'ed projects could then be rereleased as though nothing happened.

  5. Re:RTOS? on Linux Hits the Road · · Score: 1

    Forgive me for asking such a silly question but did you actually read the article?

    You're new here, aren't you? In fact, you're so new you didn't know I would post this witless comment.

  6. Re:favorite comment on Linux Hits the Road · · Score: 1

    Wasn't The Road Ahead the title of Gates' book?

  7. Slashdotted? on A Dotcom in a Basement? · · Score: 5, Funny

    Can someone post the text? I can't get to the site! Looks like we slashdotted nothing!

  8. Re:Webster was a tool. on Flavor vs. Flavour · · Score: 1
    Or if you prefer the modern Heaney translation:

    So. The Spear-Danes in days gone by
    and the kings who ruled them had courage and greatness.
    We have heard of those princes' heroic campaignes.

    There was Shield Sheafson, scourge of many tribes,
    a wrecker of mead-benches, rampaging among foes.
  9. Re:More detail, please on Surviving Slashdotting with a Small Server · · Score: 1

    Having two UPSs is not overkill in anyway. What if you had to replace the batteries? What if one failed for some reason? By getting two at half of needed capacity, these situations are easily handled.

  10. Re:hmmm on Walk-thru Fog Screen · · Score: 5, Funny

    No, but it would be the perfect display for playing Myst...

  11. Just tell them about it on Disclosure of Major Software Exploits by Students? · · Score: 1

    I've found that frank and immediate disclosure is the best policy. I've found several security issues at both my highschools, plus an issue or two with the University network. Before, I would hesitate on reporting, but then later got in trouble for it. Now, I'll immediately notify the IT staff of the issue. They take me seriously, and there has never been an issue with getting into trouble.

    Having already written a proof of concept might bring you trouble, but be open about that too. Tell it to the highest guy up that has a clue about computers, and isn't afraid of them (like most management).

  12. Re:I was thinking about a shirt said: on Slashdot T-Shirt Contest Winners! · · Score: 1

    That was terrible.......

  13. Re:Mirror on Bob The Builder Gets A Personality Transplant · · Score: 3, Informative

    Second mirror: http://shifted.ca/btb/

  14. Re:Mirror (with link) on Bob The Builder Gets A Personality Transplant · · Score: 4, Informative

    Second mirror: http://shifted.ca/btb/

  15. Re:It's a little harder... on Googling Your Way Into Hacking · · Score: 1

    Login to the site above, then click to see one of the monitor sections. You can then easily modify the url to match this:

    http://66.216.103.200/getFiles.asp?Dir=d:%5C

    This IS a security issue!

  16. Re:This happens because of dumb admins, not google on Googling Your Way Into Hacking · · Score: 1

    What is more interesting is http://www.mhhe.com/socscience/.profile

    Apparently the user can't spell "more" lol

  17. Re:Cars for tall people? on Build-to-Order Cars? · · Score: 1

    Try the new Beetle. It's surprisingly roomy, even for a big and tall guy such as myself. I was also sitting in some BMWs and Mercedes that day, and Beetle was by far more comfortable. Also, the Jetta isn't that bad, but any taller than 6'2 wouldn't like it. I'm going to buy the 2003 convertable Beetle GLX when I have the scratch. =)

  18. Re:Good luck guys on MPAA Opens Anti-filesharing Website · · Score: 1

    Well at least they are using Apache instead of MSIIS... maybe they are more clueful.

  19. Re:Black Holes in Russia on There Is No Single Instant In Time · · Score: 1

    Uhhh... shut up, Beavis. Don't make me kick your ass again.. huh huh huh huh...

  20. Re:Dot com disease. on Networking Technology At Work In Rural India · · Score: 1

    You have just made yourself a friend. It's so rare to see someone with a realist perspective on technology. It really is just an adult toy for Westerners.

  21. Re:I was a telemarketer once -- very briefly on Telemarketers Sue Over "Do Not Call" List · · Score: 1

    I, too, recently quit my job doing the same thing. I was selling credit cards. I wasn't on the phones long enough to become good, but already the moral issues were getting to me. So I quit at the end of my second week. Now, I've been unemployed for two months, with mounting credit card debt, but I'm much much happier with that than harassing folks all day. Sigh.

  22. +5, Flamebait on Buy.Com Debuts Music Download Site · · Score: 1

    You da man! +5 Flamebait! Wow!

  23. Re:Leave the last 's' on for 'savings' on Color Printing Without the Inkjet Mess? · · Score: 1

    Can you expand on that?

  24. Re:They'll just bypass this edict... on Canada Splits Local Phone, DSL Services · · Score: 1

    No, they won't. Because the price they are allowed to charge is also regulated, and they have to apply to the CRTC to make a change upwards or downwards in rates. In fact, it's already quite common to have several business in one town all reselling the telco's ADSL. In Canada, most of the telephone and cable companies are granted monopolies, but in turn, their pricing is heavily regulated. Also, they are forced to provide service in rual areas, which they would otherwise not do (they run at a loss).

  25. Re:Grimaldi on Discrete Math Textbook Recommendations? · · Score: 1

    Descrete math is a weak point for me. I think I'll spend some extra scratch on GEB then =)

    I grok a lot of the basic ideas behind descrete math, however, some of the more abstract concepts are difficult for me to get.

    Thanks for your advice!