I always thought that the true anonymous internet would come when unsecured Wi-Fi was rampant. How are they going to carnivore anyone when they aren't tied to the other end of a line? There is no way to really know who is doing what on Wi-Fi.
I have mine paid in full and want to go get it ASAP. It is everything I ever wanted to do in life: Become a Jedi. Unfortunately, it uses DnD 3.5, but oh well.
Ma Bell had a ream that would "visit" blue-boxers and other phreakers. They ruined a lot of peoples lives forever. I can't remember what they are called, but there are documented incidents of their "special" team doing things that aren't nice.
You need a VPN style network to get around this, unfortunately, the server would have to be in an African nation that didn't have our draconian laws, since a VPN would *definitely* be contributory infringement.
"Wired has an article saying that the Terrorism Information Awareness program, which would troll Americans' personal records to find terrorists before they strike, may soon face the same fate Congress meted out to John Ashcroft in his attempt to create a corps of volunteer domestic spies:"
Im pretty sure the end of this reads Moderation, since they even say they are trolling.
Actually, dontcha maybe think that this is maybe a little experiment being performed by Microsoft?
I mean, look at the details: 1. DRM out the wazoo. 2. It runs Windows XP 3. The guy who runs the website is obviously not going to be able to bring a console to the market. MS already lost billions on Xbox just to enter the market. And MS already controls developers! 4. It is totally shady.
Maybe M$ wanted to test the waters for a home entertainment box that ran Windows XP, proprietary software, and intensely strong DRM, without consumer or justice department backlash. If you think about it, if you were an off the shelf nerd building a gaming platform, why would you choose Windows XP? The $100 price tag? The bugginess? Or would you want to use XP because you wanted to make a box that is the epitome of TCPA technology? I think the Phantom may become the Xbox 2.
If you live outside the USA, it is harder to get any G4 or 5 because of the 1994 law that makes computers capable of 1 gigaflops or more classified as supercomputers. This means that you are restricted in exporting them, because they are classified as munitions-grade, which is because of their code-cracking abilities. So don't try to bring a Powerbook on your next trip to China, or you risk being prosecuted for illicit cryptographic export.
That's exactly what I meant. Now that Apple is publishing CD's itself (exclusive distribution), Apple records has a strong standing if it wants to file an injunction against Apple computers.
Does it really surprise anyone anymore if Microsoft is breaking the law. I mean, obviously the/. population thinks MS sucks, but It always seems as though MS just says it will do things to get the government off their backs, and then not do them. I'm dissapointed, but not surprised by this development.
With the internet being worldwide, how will anyone know who is a Michigan resident. This may be able to be struck down, since it almost equates to a state making laws outside its jurisdiction. If a spammer spams from outside the state, who is going to prosecute? What happens when mail is sent to a hotmail account? The servers are not in MI. It will be impossible to enforce fairly, if at all.
You are correct sir. Me and my friends made a mountain biking video recently. When it came time to edit, we dusted off his copy of Adobe Premiere. We tried to use some of the footage with it, and quickly realized that Premiere would not be the best choice for us, and actually used the editing software that came with his HP, some Arcsoft software. The Arcsoft software worked really well and had an intuitive interface. It was about as good as iMovie, and we did not regret not using Premiere one bit.
Although you get at the main point of the problem, which is friction, you forget that as drivetrains grow more advanced and reliable, drivetrain friction decreases. Keep in mind that I am talking about a multi-geared bike, because a single speed will pwn a multi-speed due to chainline problems which add a lot of undue friction. But you are right, air friction does count, so does drivetrain friction, and so does weight and reliability. Every pound you shed will be a pound you don't carry up the mountain. With Carbon Fiber, every vibration absorbed is a vibration that doesn't numb your hands. With ultra-long distance competitive cycling, every little thing counts. Think of all the wasted energy of hauling 45 lbs when you could carry 20(or less)lbs.
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The first Tour-de-France was completed on bikes that weighed 40 lbs, obviuosly unsuited for the grueling mountain stages. They were bikes that people used to go pick up baguette, but that didn't stop some determined gentlemen from going 2,000 miles on rickety steel monstrosities. They had rust problems, and prizes were non-existant.
Even worse, theyre probably the same neighbors who show no respect for the flag. To them it is just a symbol of blind conformity. I see that so many peopl who just started being patriotic after 9/11 do such un-patriotic things like:
1. Leave their flag out at night(without a light). 2. Leave their flag out during rainy weather and storms. 3. Don't properly dispose of flags that prematurely age because the above abuses.
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I always thought that the true anonymous internet would come when unsecured Wi-Fi was rampant. How are they going to carnivore anyone when they aren't tied to the other end of a line? There is no way to really know who is doing what on Wi-Fi.
"Freenet is dead"
Please don't say that. The "BSD is Dying" Trolls are looking to expand their operations.
I have mine paid in full and want to go get it ASAP. It is everything I ever wanted to do in life: Become a Jedi. Unfortunately, it uses DnD 3.5, but oh well.
" Interesting to see how these types of contracts are structured, and just what Microsoft is willing to give up to prevent losing to Linux."
I hope Microsoft will give up their entire business in order to not lose to Linux.
Ma Bell had a ream that would "visit" blue-boxers and other phreakers. They ruined a lot of peoples lives forever. I can't remember what they are called, but there are documented incidents of their "special" team doing things that aren't nice.
You need a VPN style network to get around this, unfortunately, the server would have to be in an African nation that didn't have our draconian laws, since a VPN would *definitely* be contributory infringement.
Or this quote from Tom Morello:
"Truly great songs should set the suburbs on fire and destroy cops. I am only interested in witing great songs."
Hopefully this means that radio will be more democratized.
"Wired has an article saying that the Terrorism Information Awareness program, which would troll Americans' personal records to find terrorists before they strike, may soon face the same fate Congress meted out to John Ashcroft in his attempt to create a corps of volunteer domestic spies:" Im pretty sure the end of this reads Moderation, since they even say they are trolling.
Actually, dontcha maybe think that this is maybe a little experiment being performed by Microsoft?
I mean, look at the details:
1. DRM out the wazoo.
2. It runs Windows XP
3. The guy who runs the website is obviously not going to be able to bring a console to the market. MS already lost billions on Xbox just to enter the market. And MS already controls developers!
4. It is totally shady.
Maybe M$ wanted to test the waters for a home entertainment box that ran Windows XP, proprietary software, and intensely strong DRM, without consumer or justice department backlash. If you think about it, if you were an off the shelf nerd building a gaming platform, why would you choose Windows XP? The $100 price tag? The bugginess? Or would you want to use XP because you wanted to make a box that is the epitome of TCPA technology? I think the Phantom may become the Xbox 2.
If you live outside the USA, it is harder to get any G4 or 5 because of the 1994 law that makes computers capable of 1 gigaflops or more classified as supercomputers. This means that you are restricted in exporting them, because they are classified as munitions-grade, which is because of their code-cracking abilities. So don't try to bring a Powerbook on your next trip to China, or you risk being prosecuted for illicit cryptographic export.
This is the one time when I think Soviet Russia jokes are on topic.
So it would feel like I was 10 times my normal weight? Yowza!
That's exactly what I meant. Now that Apple is publishing CD's itself (exclusive distribution), Apple records has a strong standing if it wants to file an injunction against Apple computers.
I think I hear Apple computers being sued for a lot of money by the Apple record company, which is owned by members of the Beatles.
Does it really surprise anyone anymore if Microsoft is breaking the law. I mean, obviously the /. population thinks MS sucks, but It always seems as though MS just says it will do things to get the government off their backs, and then not do them. I'm dissapointed, but not surprised by this development.
With the internet being worldwide, how will anyone know who is a Michigan resident. This may be able to be struck down, since it almost equates to a state making laws outside its jurisdiction. If a spammer spams from outside the state, who is going to prosecute? What happens when mail is sent to a hotmail account? The servers are not in MI. It will be impossible to enforce fairly, if at all.
You are correct sir. Me and my friends made a mountain biking video recently. When it came time to edit, we dusted off his copy of Adobe Premiere. We tried to use some of the footage with it, and quickly realized that Premiere would not be the best choice for us, and actually used the editing software that came with his HP, some Arcsoft software. The Arcsoft software worked really well and had an intuitive interface. It was about as good as iMovie, and we did not regret not using Premiere one bit.
The headline makes it seem like they are trying to get as many countries to discredit SCO's claims, before they get there.
Im surprised that Sony didn't expect everyone to want to be a jedi. That's the only reason most people want to play.
Although you get at the main point of the problem, which is friction, you forget that as drivetrains grow more advanced and reliable, drivetrain friction decreases. Keep in mind that I am talking about a multi-geared bike, because a single speed will pwn a multi-speed due to chainline problems which add a lot of undue friction. But you are right, air friction does count, so does drivetrain friction, and so does weight and reliability. Every pound you shed will be a pound you don't carry up the mountain. With Carbon Fiber, every vibration absorbed is a vibration that doesn't numb your hands. With ultra-long distance competitive cycling, every little thing counts. Think of all the wasted energy of hauling 45 lbs when you could carry 20(or less)lbs.
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The first Tour-de-France was completed on bikes that weighed 40 lbs, obviuosly unsuited for the grueling mountain stages. They were bikes that people used to go pick up baguette, but that didn't stop some determined gentlemen from going 2,000 miles on rickety steel monstrosities. They had rust problems, and prizes were non-existant.
Or some kid stabbing himself. That oughta learn 'em.
Even worse, theyre probably the same neighbors who show no respect for the flag. To them it is just a symbol of blind conformity. I see that so many peopl who just started being patriotic after 9/11 do such un-patriotic things like:
1. Leave their flag out at night(without a light).
2. Leave their flag out during rainy weather and storms.
3. Don't properly dispose of flags that prematurely age because the above abuses.