There are many more uses Wal-Mart (and others) are touting for RFID, such as improving returns, inventory control etc. I still hate it, but anti-theft is just the tip of the iceberg.
'Computer games in 2034 are likely to offer simulated worlds and interactive storytelling that's more engaging than linear presentations such as those in most movies today.'. You mean like this?
Good point. I was thinking that the historical value would be lost with one or more discisions diverging from 'actual' history. Things could get pretty far fetched, pretty quickly and then it is simply a creative thinking lesson. Not that thats bad, but they could almost use this as a tool for genereal learning, rather than tout it as a history lesson.
The article makes the game sound a bit like a "Choose Your Own Adventure" type of scenario. I'm not sure what teaching value comes from a what-if lesson. I suppose the lessons are based upon where those turning points are? Still, I want a copy to play at my boring job. Maybe Canada will bomb Pearl Harbour this time;)
That last one is true. You can also catch it as the safe combination, punched in by Matt Damon, in Oceans 11 (the new one).It pops up in movies almost as much as the Wilhelm scream.
Admittedly, I know only a bit about cel-phones, but the many people I know and work with tend to change numbers frequently. What's practical about a list like this, if the information is consistantly out-of-date? I realise an electronic DB would be easy enough to keep current, but who's goign to use it (besides spammers?)
Marge : Mmm Homey, you're the union leader. I'm so proud of you.
Lisa : Finally you get to share the fair share of the working force.
Homer : And make life-long contacts with organized crime.... mmm organized crime.
looks like one of the major bargaining issues is outsourcing. This is from an interview w/ one of the union members "We recently made 10 test calls to DSL technical support. One went to Florida, one went to Texas and eight went to India," Rosen said. "We would rather see these jobs go to people in Indianapolis than people in India.". Kinda sucks for them.
"...that open source companies can be just as ruthless as closed source when it comes to marketing their wares"...What is the point of this sentence? Why should an Open Source company be above such diabolical behaviour? Because OSS folks are pure of heart? This is really pushing the Zealot button now. Ergh.
China was never accepted into the international space-faring community, so no wonder the project was killed."The United States harbors concerns that the army-run Chinese program could some day pose a threat to U.S. dominance in military satellite communications."...Thanks again guys.:(
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There are many more uses Wal-Mart (and others) are touting for RFID, such as improving returns, inventory control etc. I still hate it, but anti-theft is just the tip of the iceberg.
Check it out: RFID Blocker Tag
Sorry to be anal...I think it's 2038
'Computer games in 2034 are likely to offer simulated worlds and interactive storytelling that's more engaging than linear presentations such as those in most movies today.'. You mean like this?
Good point. I was thinking that the historical value would be lost with one or more discisions diverging from 'actual' history. Things could get pretty far fetched, pretty quickly and then it is simply a creative thinking lesson. Not that thats bad, but they could almost use this as a tool for genereal learning, rather than tout it as a history lesson.
Damn I wish I had Mod Points :(
Best. Game. Ever.
The article makes the game sound a bit like a "Choose Your Own Adventure" type of scenario. I'm not sure what teaching value comes from a what-if lesson. I suppose the lessons are based upon where those turning points are? Still, I want a copy to play at my boring job. Maybe Canada will bomb Pearl Harbour this time ;)
$1.19 Can works out to 0.86 USD. Cheaper than the US non-subscriber version. Still not cheap enuff if you ask me.
That last one is true. You can also catch it as the safe combination, punched in by Matt Damon, in Oceans 11 (the new one).It pops up in movies almost as much as the Wilhelm scream.
Metalstorm, Baby!
In this version Greedo shoots first.
Admittedly, I know only a bit about cel-phones, but the many people I know and work with tend to change numbers frequently. What's practical about a list like this, if the information is consistantly out-of-date? I realise an electronic DB would be easy enough to keep current, but who's goign to use it (besides spammers?)
Even Lucas is too smart for that.
"changes such as ripping off Akira Kurosawa". Already done. Check out The Hidden Fortress.
I'd say it's addictive. If you don't beleive me, just ask This Guy!
TH-th-th-that's a t-t-t-total load of c-c-c-crap! Stewardess! Another Venti! Now!
Marge : Mmm Homey, you're the union leader. I'm so proud of you. ... mmm organized crime.
Lisa : Finally you get to share the fair share of the working force.
Homer : And make life-long contacts with organized crime.
looks like one of the major bargaining issues is outsourcing. This is from an interview w/ one of the union members "We recently made 10 test calls to DSL technical support. One went to Florida, one went to Texas and eight went to India," Rosen said. "We would rather see these jobs go to people in Indianapolis than people in India.". Kinda sucks for them.
Birth of the Empire will be released one year from Today! SWEET!
"...that open source companies can be just as ruthless as closed source when it comes to marketing their wares"...What is the point of this sentence? Why should an Open Source company be above such diabolical behaviour? Because OSS folks are pure of heart? This is really pushing the Zealot button now. Ergh.
Now Bruce Campbell and Mark Hamill will get the recognition they sorely deserve.
China was never accepted into the international space-faring community, so no wonder the project was killed."The United States harbors concerns that the army-run Chinese program could some day pose a threat to U.S. dominance in military satellite communications."...Thanks again guys. :(
Also FYI keep your eyes peeled for provincial gov't postings, as well as places that contract to them like Myra. Good luck :)
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"The "ham" part of ham radio is really a shortcut way of saying just the first syllable of amateur radio." Maybe you didn't know???