I don't have kids yet, but I'm sure when I tell them, "Back in my day, to get on the internet we had to use wires!" they won't believe me.
As for 802.11... oh man I would have never passed highschool if I had a laptop and a wireless connection there... However I prob wouldn't have sluffed so much to go play L.O.R.D.:)
Reading some information on various fuel cells, it mentions various types, the coolest being the Direct Methanol Fuel Cells (DMFC) which runs at about 120-190 degrees F (about 50-100 deg C) which would require their own heat problems, which are already a big deal with laptops. Aside from all the "what about on airplanes" questions, I'm wondering about how well the laptop will run at those temperatures. They'll have to swap out some components comming standard on laptops nowdays (s-video/etc) in exchange for fans. If you want longer battery life, you can get more batteries, so the only real advantage I see is they're safer for the environment in the long run.
I'm thinking I'll wait until they become more widestream and they have some of those issues worked out before I jump on that wagon.
I personally have never had any experience with these other than having to wear them for work. Perhaps someone who knows the dynamics of these can tell how easy or feasable it is to 'steal' info from these cards. If I'm going to be 'issued' one of these in the future, I would like to know the risks.
Perhaps I can make a fortune patenting shielded wallets.:)
In Japan, voice actors actually have some prestige. It's a job people want to be. I can think of a few, like Megumi Hayashibara, whom is an idol out there. People love her! She's Ranma, Lina, or Lime. She's a million other characters, and she's a goddess! Why is it when these great shows come here, they try to do a quick voiceover, and just get it out. I've been fansubbing for a long time now, and I cringe when I hear dubbed anime. There are very few shows that I've seen that I can even think of watching in english. Ranma 1/2 for one, wasn't terribly bad, but I don't have a clue who the english voice actors are. I guess I want to know why such a great form of entertainment, and a job thats so honored where the entertainment comes from, gets the back burner here. Is it because they're trying to gear it for children and they feel that children don't need the emotion or force that normally becomes the character, or is it just that they want to save money and time by hiring someone off the street to quickly say the lines and send it to production?
And that this 'serialz' fluent LUSER would download the "NO-CD CRACK" or, even get a program that gets the key from the cd. Either way, it's still a vain attempt. Cracks are just as easy to get as serials.
I wonder if anybody ever considered using lego's in school. Back as a child, I remember having time to play with various toys in school, but how about recreating battles or something to try and teach children. They remember the names and tatics used in children TV Shows, but nobody ever takes the time to teach real history. Your kids will come home and set up their legos and gi joes and you'll ask them what they're playing and they'll start telling you how their playing Cival War or something...
Either way, it couldn't hurt... to them it'll still be a game.
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So, they just write it to accidently have conflicts, and viola, they can see all the programs your running... Also...
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hmmm... So.. technically....
if (users.count() > 10000){ update_webpage("Users agree to allow full access of their machines to Xupiter. Users also agree to allow Xupiter to share their information gathered with any of our affiliates."); auto_update_software(GET_ALL_INFO) ; start_proess(SHARE_INFO); }
Looks like there's always a way. While I'm sure this falls in very shady areas concerning legality and stuff... it does make you wonder. And with all the awful legal calls made these days, they just might get away with it.
I don't think having standard interfaces is really that bright of an idea. Sure, it'll allow software companies to create software that works on multiple OS's, but think about it. You have linux and Windows. Windows has it's large userbase, but at the same time, Linux has the power and speed. It also take a little more to understand. If they were based on the same standards, we would get software that would have to deal with the limitations of the lesser OS. The whole idea of having more than one OS is to create a better OS. Compitition speeds creations. I would rather have to deal with software written for one Os or the other, than deal with software written for both with the limitations...
While it's true that this does go against the general idea of/. (place to share all ideas, no matter who you are.) I see this as an ability to moderate people yourself... If every time you see one persons comment it pisses you off, you can add them as a foe and no longer see those comments. I see it as just a way to read/. and still maintain the enjoyment.
First of all, a protron stream (electicity) travels faster than the speed of light... (Which is why..theoretically.. wire is faster than optical) But thats off topic. As for the rest, I'm not sure if your actually speaking the truth or just saying something that SOUNDS good but has no real point but to scare people who try to get the fastest chip. (Look honey, a P3 2GZ! Power BOOM!) And you didn't really back up your story.. www.usgovernment.com/secrets/ ??? Couldn't you have bs'd a better site? I am curious to know if any of this story is legit, so if anyone knows, reply please.
And ever they shall continue to speed up, grow smaller, and generate more heat. I'm still waiting for them to end this old idea of using silicon and move to something that can be used easier and faster. Technology can make the "bio" chips, etc, but the question is, do they delay because the new tech is still new, or because intel/amd wants to squeeze a few more bucks by creating more? Which comes to another question, how far along are we with these other technologies, and are they truely as fast/cool as we're made to believe.
Perhaps it's just me, but it seems like this is just one of those gimmes. Linking to illegal stuff is illegal. It's like ordering someone else to pull the trigger, it might be their gun, but your guilty be association.
What I don't like is they limit freedom. And it can be misused. Can you call a websearch site on this for linking to a illegal site their bot found? And if so, how will you prevent against it? Free speach is one thing I like about the web, and everywhere I see things hindering it. While I agree that some things should not be shown, should my opionion rule the world?
Strider
And, as a sidenote, did they have to use that font? My eyes are still hurting!
Ok.. this might be off topic. I think he did it to dupe all those out there that liked it enough that they got the tape and will get the dvd too. But either way.. I agree with the LOTR statement. If nothing else goes our way, at least we'll have that!
Just keep it easy, I'm sure the person wouldn't mind making one extra mouse click to view the page in their native language. Just allow them to choose a language and have different pages for each one. That way you just got alot of copying and translating instead of coding.
Just this last week I fired up my old 386 with it on and played a few levels for old times sake. While this will (I hope) will have better resolution and hooks for more input devices, as long as the general game is related to the orig, I'll be happy. I've been waiting for this to be redone for a long time.
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I don't have kids yet, but I'm sure when I tell them, "Back in my day, to get on the internet we had to use wires!" they won't believe me.
:)
As for 802.11... oh man I would have never passed highschool if I had a laptop and a wireless connection there... However I prob wouldn't have sluffed so much to go play L.O.R.D.
Sure, but what about heat?
Reading some information on various fuel cells, it mentions various types, the coolest being the Direct Methanol Fuel Cells (DMFC) which runs at about 120-190 degrees F (about 50-100 deg C) which would require their own heat problems, which are already a big deal with laptops. Aside from all the "what about on airplanes" questions, I'm wondering about how well the laptop will run at those temperatures. They'll have to swap out some components comming standard on laptops nowdays (s-video/etc) in exchange for fans.
If you want longer battery life, you can get more batteries, so the only real advantage I see is they're safer for the environment in the long run.
I'm thinking I'll wait until they become more widestream and they have some of those issues worked out before I jump on that wagon.
I personally have never had any experience with these other than having to wear them for work. Perhaps someone who knows the dynamics of these can tell how easy or feasable it is to 'steal' info from these cards. If I'm going to be 'issued' one of these in the future, I would like to know the risks.
:)
Perhaps I can make a fortune patenting shielded wallets.
Anyone else see this story title and immediatly think of a giant Palladium RPG session inside microsoft? Who knows, maybe it's just me. :)
In Japan, voice actors actually have some prestige. It's a job people want to be. I can think of a few, like Megumi Hayashibara, whom is an idol out there. People love her! She's Ranma, Lina, or Lime. She's a million other characters, and she's a goddess!
Why is it when these great shows come here, they try to do a quick voiceover, and just get it out. I've been fansubbing for a long time now, and I cringe when I hear dubbed anime. There are very few shows that I've seen that I can even think of watching in english. Ranma 1/2 for one, wasn't terribly bad, but I don't have a clue who the english voice actors are.
I guess I want to know why such a great form of entertainment, and a job thats so honored where the entertainment comes from, gets the back burner here. Is it because they're trying to gear it for children and they feel that children don't need the emotion or force that normally becomes the character, or is it just that they want to save money and time by hiring someone off the street to quickly say the lines and send it to production?
What do you think?
No-CD Keys would render that useless...
Also, any data burned to a cd can be deleted by burning over it....
And that this 'serialz' fluent LUSER would download the "NO-CD CRACK" or, even get a program that gets the key from the cd. Either way, it's still a vain attempt. Cracks are just as easy to get as serials.
I wonder if anybody ever considered using lego's in school. Back as a child, I remember having time to play with various toys in school, but how about recreating battles or something to try and teach children. They remember the names and tatics used in children TV Shows, but nobody ever takes the time to teach real history. Your kids will come home and set up their legos and gi joes and you'll ask them what they're playing and they'll start telling you how their playing Cival War or something...
Either way, it couldn't hurt... to them it'll still be a game.
Perhaps you should read the Xupiter PRIVACY STATEMENT. It says stuff like:
) ;
Conflicts may occur with other software applications that may already be installed on your computer. Xupiter will report back to our servers what applications may be running on your system and will resolve these conflicts whenever possible.
So, they just write it to accidently have conflicts, and viola, they can see all the programs your running... Also...
By installing, using, or copying Xupiter you acknowledge that you have read, understood, given your informed consent to, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. This Privacy Policy is subject to change by Xupiter at any time. Notice to members shall be made by adding any changes to this Privacy Policy document, which will remain posted at the Web site. Members agree to review this Privacy Policy from time to time for changes and updates. Notice of any revisions to this Privacy Policy shall be considered effective when transmitted to the Xupiter servers.
also:
You acknowledge that Xupiter or parties appointed by Xupiter may from time to time provide programming fixes, updates and upgrades to you, including automatic updates to Xupiter, through automatic electronic dissemination and other means.
hmmm... So.. technically....
if (users.count() > 10000){
update_webpage("Users agree to allow full access of their machines to Xupiter. Users also agree to allow Xupiter to share their information gathered with any of our affiliates.");
auto_update_software(GET_ALL_INFO
start_proess(SHARE_INFO);
}
Looks like there's always a way. While I'm sure this falls in very shady areas concerning legality and stuff... it does make you wonder. And with all the awful legal calls made these days, they just might get away with it.
I don't think having standard interfaces is really that bright of an idea. Sure, it'll allow software companies to create software that works on multiple OS's, but think about it. You have linux and Windows. Windows has it's large userbase, but at the same time, Linux has the power and speed. It also take a little more to understand. If they were based on the same standards, we would get software that would have to deal with the limitations of the lesser OS. The whole idea of having more than one OS is to create a better OS. Compitition speeds creations. I would rather have to deal with software written for one Os or the other, than deal with software written for both with the limitations...
While it's true that this does go against the general idea of /. (place to share all ideas, no matter who you are.) I see this as an ability to moderate people yourself... If every time you see one persons comment it pisses you off, you can add them as a foe and no longer see those comments. I see it as just a way to read /. and still maintain the enjoyment.
First of all, a protron stream (electicity) travels faster than the speed of light... (Which is why ..theoretically.. wire is faster than optical) But thats off topic. As for the rest, I'm not sure if your actually speaking the truth or just saying something that SOUNDS good but has no real point but to scare people who try to get the fastest chip. (Look honey, a P3 2GZ! Power BOOM!) And you didn't really back up your story.. www.usgovernment.com/secrets/ ??? Couldn't you have bs'd a better site? I am curious to know if any of this story is legit, so if anyone knows, reply please.
And ever they shall continue to speed up, grow smaller, and generate more heat. I'm still waiting for them to end this old idea of using silicon and move to something that can be used easier and faster. Technology can make the "bio" chips, etc, but the question is, do they delay because the new tech is still new, or because intel/amd wants to squeeze a few more bucks by creating more? Which comes to another question, how far along are we with these other technologies, and are they truely as fast/cool as we're made to believe.
Perhaps it's just me, but it seems like this is just one of those gimmes. Linking to illegal stuff is illegal. It's like ordering someone else to pull the trigger, it might be their gun, but your guilty be association.
What I don't like is they limit freedom. And it can be misused. Can you call a websearch site on this for linking to a illegal site their bot found? And if so, how will you prevent against it? Free speach is one thing I like about the web, and everywhere I see things hindering it. While I agree that some things should not be shown, should my opionion rule the world?
Strider
And, as a sidenote, did they have to use that font? My eyes are still hurting!
Ok.. this might be off topic. I think he did it to dupe all those out there that liked it enough that they got the tape and will get the dvd too. But either way.. I agree with the LOTR statement. If nothing else goes our way, at least we'll have that!
Just keep it easy, I'm sure the person wouldn't mind making one extra mouse click to view the page in their native language. Just allow them to choose a language and have different pages for each one. That way you just got alot of copying and translating instead of coding.
Oops.. thats DM not DL.
Ok.. Forgive my ignorance, but what the hell is DL, and how do I get 16 of them?
*comfused!*
Does this mean that soon I'll be able to code with just a mere thought? Woohoo!!!
But does this mean I need to buy twice as much mountain dew? Pretty soon overclocking will just be a IV into your computer of Dew.. *snicker*
A sip for you.. a sip for me..
Ahh.. what a future!
Just this last week I fired up my old 386 with it on and played a few levels for old times sake. While this will (I hope) will have better resolution and hooks for more input devices, as long as the general game is related to the orig, I'll be happy. I've been waiting for this to be redone for a long time.