...but many times I have no choice but to use the "Blue E" - online job applications, real estate sites, the list is endless of web sites that do not work properly on Safari on my Mac or Firefox on my PC. Heck, even the state unemployment online filing doesnt work properly. Neither does updating my profile on monster.com - gotta break out IE every time.
What about those that just need internet access to check their email? Whenever I visit my parents, who have no computer (let alone a broadband internet connection) I take my wireless laptop and find a nearby unprotected network to surf and check my email. Should I be arrested? Who does this REALLY hurt? Similarly, I wouldn't mind someone tapping into my own wireless network at home for similar use.
You were modded as funny, but you do have a point - even if you don't believe in Astrology (And I know plenty of people who do, including techies with Masters degrees) ANY change to ANYTHING done by man (or nature, for that matter) can effect you in subtle ways. That doesn't mean you should sue over it.
Where are the people? Right here in Pittsburgh for one. I've been out of work since February (just picked up a 3 month consulting gig) and know many people in the Tech Industry out of work for much longer. One example of how the so-called Economic Recovery is going - someone I know told me about this great new tech company that was doing well, hiring like crazy, etc. When I enquired about positions available for someone with my background as a software engineer, they said "Oh no, all the techie stuff for this company is being done overseas"
One solution to that - become a contractor. This is a new experience for me, but I'm not ALLOWED to work more than 40 hours a week, no matter how much work remains to be done. If in the future the company decides that deadlines are really, really important they can offer me overtime work, but they will have to pay for it.
Yes, I don't know which is more shocking. That said, my somewhat ludite parents (God bless 'em)have basic cable in their living room but use rabit ears for their TVS in the kitchen and bedroom, which are not wired for cable. They also still have a rotary phone, but that's another story. Point is, they could afford cable in every room in the house, but just cannot be bothered. I'm sure there is that segment of the population as well.
Those 12% watching TV over the air are the ones that will be hurt most - they are the folks that (in general) cannot afford cable, and certainly not a new TV.
Seriously, I get the whole "Jedi as a religion to prove a point" thing in England, but if he REALLY was a Jedi wouldn't he need some form of yoda-esque training? Shouldn't he be considered a "believer in the force" or something? Just because you are Jewish does not make you a Rabbi, just because you are Christian does not make you a priest, and just because you worship Lucas does not make you a Jedi.
And where do you think the libarary gets THEIR books from? I have a feeling that very few if any individuals will take advantage of this offer; it will mainly be institutions like schools and librarys.
err - not really. A car on a city street can only go so fast, but putting it on a highway DOES make it faster. Even a tricycle stuck in traffic on I79 will go faster in the HOV lane.
The most frustrating thing for me on eBay as a customer is the use of the word "Not". If I'm looking for a Ford Mustang, I don't want to see a Chevy Camero come up in the search results with the text "Not Mustang" to try and lure me away.
Sorry to break it to you, but Gotham has been a nickname of NYC for many, many years, even before the batman comic book. From Wikipedia:
"Gotham" is also a nickname for New York City, New York, first used by Washington Irving in the Salmagundi Papers (1807) referencing The Wise Men of Gotham tale.
"Batman Begins"? I haven't seen it yet, but others I know loved it. I'm hard pressed to think of any I've seen myself. Certainly not "Dumb and Dumberer"
The local theatre I attend now has special "Mom showings" where people are supposed to bring their babies. I can't imagine the horror that attending those screenings must be. But, its not that bad of an idea - hopefully there will be fewer crying babies at the other showings.
No, you just have to spend $2000 (or whatever) on the home theatre in the first place. Although I agree having to set through commercials at the theatre sucks. "Back in the day" there were no advertisements at US theatres, just trailers which I usually enjoy watching.
OK, I'm obviously in the minority here, but I LIKE going to the theatre. Theatre popcorn tastes better than the stuff you make at home (same logic applies to hot dogs at baseball games), the sound and picture is much better than my "crappy" 27 inch TV, stadium seats are pretty comfy, and some movies are just better seen as a shared experience.
Hasn't that been done before - like 40 years ago? (I can see the reasons for going back, just not why it will take so long) Actually back then, it took LESS than 10 years, starting from scratch. Haven't we learned anything in the last half century?
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No bluetooth. Less space than a Nomad. Lame.
What's magic? Songs cost 99 cents each, so 10,000 songs cost $9,900 exactly. End of story.
...but many times I have no choice but to use the "Blue E" - online job applications, real estate sites, the list is endless of web sites that do not work properly on Safari on my Mac or Firefox on my PC. Heck, even the state unemployment online filing doesnt work properly. Neither does updating my profile on monster.com - gotta break out IE every time.
What about those that just need internet access to check their email? Whenever I visit my parents, who have no computer (let alone a broadband internet connection) I take my wireless laptop and find a nearby unprotected network to surf and check my email. Should I be arrested? Who does this REALLY hurt? Similarly, I wouldn't mind someone tapping into my own wireless network at home for similar use.
You were modded as funny, but you do have a point - even if you don't believe in Astrology (And I know plenty of people who do, including techies with Masters degrees) ANY change to ANYTHING done by man (or nature, for that matter) can effect you in subtle ways. That doesn't mean you should sue over it.
Where are the people? Right here in Pittsburgh for one. I've been out of work since February (just picked up a 3 month consulting gig) and know many people in the Tech Industry out of work for much longer. One example of how the so-called Economic Recovery is going - someone I know told me about this great new tech company that was doing well, hiring like crazy, etc. When I enquired about positions available for someone with my background as a software engineer, they said "Oh no, all the techie stuff for this company is being done overseas"
One solution to that - become a contractor. This is a new experience for me, but I'm not ALLOWED to work more than 40 hours a week, no matter how much work remains to be done. If in the future the company decides that deadlines are really, really important they can offer me overtime work, but they will have to pay for it.
Yes, I don't know which is more shocking. That said, my somewhat ludite parents (God bless 'em)have basic cable in their living room but use rabit ears for their TVS in the kitchen and bedroom, which are not wired for cable. They also still have a rotary phone, but that's another story. Point is, they could afford cable in every room in the house, but just cannot be bothered. I'm sure there is that segment of the population as well.
Those 12% watching TV over the air are the ones that will be hurt most - they are the folks that (in general) cannot afford cable, and certainly not a new TV.
We're doomed.
Seriously, I get the whole "Jedi as a religion to prove a point" thing in England, but if he REALLY was a Jedi wouldn't he need some form of yoda-esque training? Shouldn't he be considered a "believer in the force" or something? Just because you are Jewish does not make you a Rabbi, just because you are Christian does not make you a priest, and just because you worship Lucas does not make you a Jedi.
And where do you think the libarary gets THEIR books from? I have a feeling that very few if any individuals will take advantage of this offer; it will mainly be institutions like schools and librarys.
practice?
err - not really. A car on a city street can only go so fast, but putting it on a highway DOES make it faster. Even a tricycle stuck in traffic on I79 will go faster in the HOV lane.
The most frustrating thing for me on eBay as a customer is the use of the word "Not". If I'm looking for a Ford Mustang, I don't want to see a Chevy Camero come up in the search results with the text "Not Mustang" to try and lure me away.
Sorry to break it to you, but Gotham has been a nickname of NYC for many, many years, even before the batman comic book. From Wikipedia: "Gotham" is also a nickname for New York City, New York, first used by Washington Irving in the Salmagundi Papers (1807) referencing The Wise Men of Gotham tale.
Gotham and Metropolis are BOTH NYC. Sorry, no comic book settings for Chicago - unless that is the Flash's "Central City" (hmmm could be....)
Huh? Those two interfaces look absolutely nothing alike, aside from the fact that they both contain information pertaining to music.
"Batman Begins"? I haven't seen it yet, but others I know loved it. I'm hard pressed to think of any I've seen myself. Certainly not "Dumb and Dumberer"
Some good points, and I was all set to mod up - until you brought out the "N word"
The local theatre I attend now has special "Mom showings" where people are supposed to bring their babies. I can't imagine the horror that attending those screenings must be. But, its not that bad of an idea - hopefully there will be fewer crying babies at the other showings.
No, you just have to spend $2000 (or whatever) on the home theatre in the first place. Although I agree having to set through commercials at the theatre sucks. "Back in the day" there were no advertisements at US theatres, just trailers which I usually enjoy watching.
OK, I'm obviously in the minority here, but I LIKE going to the theatre. Theatre popcorn tastes better than the stuff you make at home (same logic applies to hot dogs at baseball games), the sound and picture is much better than my "crappy" 27 inch TV, stadium seats are pretty comfy, and some movies are just better seen as a shared experience.
I own my own home. I would gladly see the housing deduction eliminated if it meant lower overall taxes (which it would with a flat-tax system).
Hasn't that been done before - like 40 years ago? (I can see the reasons for going back, just not why it will take so long) Actually back then, it took LESS than 10 years, starting from scratch. Haven't we learned anything in the last half century?