Bullshit, The purpose of a Company is to provide a service that benefits the public. Profit is a byproduct of that, and should never be the primary focus.
I see. Makes sense, I guess I have been just limiting Bit torrent traffic to about 70% then. I guess it only really matters if you are anal about your bit torrent throughput and want time sensitive apps to work as well.
Yes, and there are some people in the US who genuinely do not support our troops. But it is a polemic (or perhaps simply idiotic) simplification to imply that that disdain for success is the predominant reason for criticism of Microsoft.
Yes this really intrigue me, I get kind of worried when someone gives me shit about not supporting my troops because I speak out against the war, and I get the same responses from some people when I speak out against Microsoft. "Your just jealous because they are doing so good"
Personally, I think its a cop out based on what I call the 'crowd mindset'. The 'crowd mindset' is when someone goes along with something only because he heard it to over and over again from another source without really questioning it for himself. Allot of people are not really consciously aware of what goes on around them, they only know about something from second hand sources, and sometimes those sources are not always correct, or informative.
Umm, I dont get it? I use Azuerus which has bandwidth limiting.. I never use all of my available bandwidth when downloading and upload torrents... I can play Counter-Strike Source and bit torrent without a problem. Sounds like more people need to get a better torrent app, and know how to do limiting.
Well, Did anyone notice which Day of Defeat servers they are going to be filtering? I have specific servers I have to be able to connect to on a regular bases...
OMG, thats where ID got the Idea for the DOOM3 plot for the game! I always felt kind of weird going into those portals, the sound made me want to puke, and now they want to create it in real life? WTF are the crazy, im not going near that thing, and you had better stay away from it too. If beasties start coming though the gate, aim going to be very angry cause I don't have a plasma rifle to shoot with... Maybe they should work on that first, before opening up a gateway to hell, you know?
I had to say this, but Rookits are going to blow up in Microsofts face. Hopefully it will force them to implement better user account security. in the mean time my clients are having to hire me at a increased rate and im learning alot.. but at the same time I feel for people that dont have any understanding of the power thirdparties have over home computers.
Because most employers have such clauses, getting a job without one is extremely difficult. With the current job prospects in the industry, people often don't have a choice.
Bullshit, people are not given a choice because they are choosing to let someone else choose for them. Nobody said sticking up for what you beliving was going to be easy. It never is, thats why people take the easy way out and let others decide for them. If thats the route you want to take, thats fine, but do it knowing that you are copping out and take responsiblity for that.
Given a choice between two equal jobs, one with a non-compete agreement and one without, obviously people will choose the one without. But when the one without isn't available, what are we supposed to do? Collect unemployment insurance and live off carrots until we find a job?
Then find another line of work, Start working for yourself. Personally I believe that you if you stand up to those types of contracts, employers that value integrity make exceptions. But even if they dont then that might be a sign that you need to find a different course of action. Your actions dictate what kind of choices you have in your life, if you choose to let some else choose for you by agreeing to something you dont believe in you will find yourself constantly stuck following someone else's lead, dont fall for it.
I'm currently a co-op at a software development company. I signed a non-compete agreement as part of my co-op. Luckily, I objected that the 2-year period was unreasonable since it would prevent me from completing future work terms. The management agreed fully and shortened the term to the point where it won't conflict (I think it was 4 months) with future terms. I found this acceptable.
Great, you made a compromise. I dont see any problem with that as long as you found it acceptable. The problem is most people will agree to things they strongly oppose, and I think thats a real problem in our society today.
Erm, no. There would still be crazy contract clauses. There would just be less tech jobs available in the US and more jobs available in India, China, etc. Sorry, but the only way to fight non-compete clauses is with legal action. If you could get the FTC to weigh in on the issue, it would help...
I dont agree, Employee contracts are dictated by what employees will tolerate, If every employee that was worth the weight in spit, said no im not going to agree to to anything that takes away my right to switch companies when I want and how I want, that would'nt happen. But like I said, that depends entirely on peoples ability think for them selfs and stand up for what the believe in. If you do that things always end up working out, but not always the way you intend. Have some faith that in your ability to choose based on your values an not on fear of loss.
I personally think that it shouldn't, but I think each state has to determine for itself whether it will allow such. These non-compete clauses got pretty popular during the dot-com era, when people were changing jobs every six months and raising their income by 50% every time. I think with today's employment situation, particularly in IT, these clauses should all be nullifie
I got an idea, how about stepping up to the plate and declining to take any job that is going to treat you unfairly? Then there would'nt be any crazy contract clauses that ask you to sign away your life. Since 80% of Americas population goes with what the crowed does, and lacks originality, I dont see it happening any time soon.
Thank you. I have to say when I first read this story my first thought was "you have got to be kidding me?" I mean i am just as much against blaming video games as the next person, But to say that it has no effect what so ever is a clear understatement. Id like to think I can lead by example.
If I am a parent I wouldn't allow my child to play a game like this, thats why there's game ratings. You need to be able to have a certain understanding about life before you can willing decide to do violent acts in a simulation. We all have dark tendencies, but if you dont know how to express them constructively. (I.E some form of positive expression, Writing, or Art, Ect.) Then you are setting yourself or your child up for pain. In your life, the life of your child or the life of a victim.
I dont see how it could hurt if you called up and said you are not in support of the broadcast flag and if it ever comes up in your state they will remember opposition to it.
Allot new ideas start out sounding like crackpot analogies, especially to people who dont have all the facts. A good portion of people in America today are living under ideals that have been ingrained into the them by the media and society, this usually leads to problems when you need to actually think and do research for your self.
Stallman is man of absolutes, all or nothing. He uses analogies that reflect that, and to make a point. Intellectual Property is a completely insane idea, but its understandable coming from a society of over thinkers. obsessive thinking has lead to the corruption of the patent system which was once used to protect an individual's work from large entities for a LIMITED time. The patent system was never intended for what it is being used for now and should be abolished. Be carefull on what you call crazy or insane, there is allways a hint of truth in it.
Why should he even be able to make a good living in lighting just because that's the job he wanted? Work out of love for the job or work for money, if you can get both you're very lucky.
This all comes down to your perception of how you look at life, if you want to believe that people get lucky thats your business, but the fact is that we all create our own realities. Information * Focus = Your personal Reality. There isn't any luck involved. When you are open to what life has to offer you (Bad times or good) then you will accomplish the most cherished goal everyone is striving for. Happiness. As long as you have that nothing else matters, and you don't need a 6 figure salary to get it. Most people that are extremely rich look like the have great lives, if you take a closer look, you will find that most live lives of quite desperation.
I think this problem has to do with being lazy. You can remember passwords, you just have to actually make an attempt to try (which nobody wants to want to do these days). I recommend you at least store your passwords in a encrypted file that has weak security then to be writing them down somewhere.
'There is no better example of how theft dims the magic of the movies for everyone than this report today regarding BitTorrent providing users with illegal copies of Revenge of the Sith. The unfortunate fact is this type of theft happens on a regular basis on peer to peer networks all over the world.'"
Quit Whining.
Ok actuall Let me elaborate with a sentance.
The MPAA and RIAA needs to get off there ass and start making something happen instead of blaming the technology. You look like fools everytime you whine about P2P software effecting your business model. You cant make P2P software go away by taping your slippers togeather and chanting "There's no place like home" over and over again. Get into reality, if you dont start makeing content cheap and avaiable,with minimal restrictions, you are to go create a siutation where people are going find other ways to get what they want.
Tell me somthing how far are you willing to go to keep silent? Dont you understand that everyone who takes a stance like this plays right into the crowed mind set? Its like your a sheep being lead to the slaughter by a care taker that cares nothing for your rights or belifs.
Somtimes I wish I lived in a country where the people had a true understanding of the future complications of there inactions...
Ok here is a ruff Idea, still thinking about it.. Information should be restricted when it can be demonstrated that the information in question can be used to negativley effect an individuals well being. It seems like we could force companies to subscribe to a system that allows this person to opt-out of information gathering practices if that person is concerned about privacy.
And, a system should also be in place to make sure information is more open, when that information effects the public good, a similar system should be in place to enforce the open information so the public can stay informed about how the world is effecting them.
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The purpose of a _Company_ is to make a profit.
Bullshit, The purpose of a Company is to provide a service that benefits the public. Profit is a byproduct of that, and should never be the primary focus.
I see. Makes sense, I guess I have been just limiting Bit torrent traffic to about 70% then.
I guess it only really matters if you are anal about your bit torrent throughput and want time sensitive apps to work as well.
Yes, and there are some people in the US who genuinely do not support our troops. But it is a polemic (or perhaps simply idiotic) simplification to imply that that disdain for success is the predominant reason for criticism of Microsoft.
Yes this really intrigue me, I get kind of worried when someone gives me shit about not supporting my troops because I speak out against the war, and I get the same responses from some people when I speak out against Microsoft. "Your just jealous because they are doing so good"
Personally, I think its a cop out based on what I call the 'crowd mindset'. The 'crowd mindset' is when someone goes along with something only because he heard it to over and over again from another source without really questioning it for himself. Allot of people are not really consciously aware of what goes on around them, they only know about something from second hand sources, and sometimes those sources are not always correct, or informative.
Umm, I dont get it? I use Azuerus which has bandwidth limiting.. I never use all of my available bandwidth when downloading and upload torrents... I can play Counter-Strike Source and bit torrent without a problem. Sounds like more people need to get a better torrent app, and know how to do limiting.
Well, Did anyone notice which Day of Defeat servers they are going to be filtering? I have specific servers I have to be able to connect to on a regular bases...
OMG, thats where ID got the Idea for the DOOM3 plot for the game! I always felt kind of weird going into those portals, the sound made me want to puke, and now they want to create it in real life? WTF are the crazy, im not going near that thing, and you had better stay away from it too. If beasties start coming though the gate, aim going to be very angry cause I don't have a plasma rifle to shoot with... Maybe they should work on that first, before opening up a gateway to hell, you know?
I had to say this, but Rookits are going to blow up in Microsofts face. Hopefully it will force them to implement better user account security. in the mean time my clients are having to hire me at a increased rate and im learning alot.. but at the same time I feel for people that dont have any understanding of the power thirdparties have over home computers.
Coming again, to save the mother fucking day yeah!
I agree, accept the only problem is some programs require administrator rights to run, like Half-life 2. Its complete bs..
"But as TPM leaves, so do the digital offerings that come with it."
Bon voyage! Dont call us, we call you, if we ever need our ability to mess with our own hardware taken away.
Poor Babies, would you like some cheese with that whine?
Because most employers have such clauses, getting a job without one is extremely difficult. With the current job prospects in the industry, people often don't have a choice.
Bullshit, people are not given a choice because they are choosing to let someone else choose for them. Nobody said sticking up for what you beliving was going to be easy. It never is, thats why people take the easy way out and let others decide for them. If thats the route you want to take, thats fine, but do it knowing that you are copping out and take responsiblity for that.
Given a choice between two equal jobs, one with a non-compete agreement and one without, obviously people will choose the one without. But when the one without isn't available, what are we supposed to do? Collect unemployment insurance and live off carrots until we find a job?
Then find another line of work, Start working for yourself. Personally I believe that you if you stand up to those types of contracts, employers that value integrity make exceptions. But even if they dont then that might be a sign that you need to find a different course of action. Your actions dictate what kind of choices you have in your life, if you choose to let some else choose for you by agreeing to something you dont believe in you will find yourself constantly stuck following someone else's lead, dont fall for it.
I'm currently a co-op at a software development company. I signed a non-compete agreement as part of my co-op. Luckily, I objected that the 2-year period was unreasonable since it would prevent me from completing future work terms. The management agreed fully and shortened the term to the point where it won't conflict (I think it was 4 months) with future terms. I found this acceptable.
Great, you made a compromise. I dont see any problem with that as long as you found it acceptable. The problem is most people will agree to things they strongly oppose, and I think thats a real problem in our society today.
Erm, no. There would still be crazy contract clauses. There would just be less tech jobs available in the US and more jobs available in India, China, etc. Sorry, but the only way to fight non-compete clauses is with legal action. If you could get the FTC to weigh in on the issue, it would help...
I dont agree, Employee contracts are dictated by what employees will tolerate, If every employee that was worth the weight in spit, said no im not going to agree to to anything that takes away my right to switch companies when I want and how I want, that would'nt happen. But like I said, that depends entirely on peoples ability think for them selfs and stand up for what the believe in. If you do that things always end up working out, but not always the way you intend. Have some faith that in your ability to choose based on your values an not on fear of loss.
I personally think that it shouldn't, but I think each state has to determine for itself whether it will allow such. These non-compete clauses got pretty popular during the dot-com era, when people were changing jobs every six months and raising their income by 50% every time. I think with today's employment situation, particularly in IT, these clauses should all be nullifie
I got an idea, how about stepping up to the plate and declining to take any job that is going to treat you unfairly? Then there would'nt be any crazy contract clauses that ask you to sign away your life. Since 80% of Americas population goes with what the crowed does, and lacks originality, I dont see it happening any time soon.
Thank you. I have to say when I first read this story my first thought was "you have got to be kidding me?" I mean i am just as much against blaming video games as the next person, But to say that it has no effect what so ever is a clear understatement. Id like to think I can lead by example.
If I am a parent I wouldn't allow my child to play a game like this, thats why there's game ratings. You need to be able to have a certain understanding about life before you can willing decide to do violent acts in a simulation. We all have dark tendencies, but if you dont know how to express them constructively. (I.E some form of positive expression, Writing, or Art, Ect.) Then you are setting yourself or your child up for pain. In your life, the life of your child or the life of a victim.
I dont see how it could hurt if you called up and said you are not in support of the broadcast flag and if it ever comes up in your state they will remember opposition to it.
LOL!
Allot new ideas start out sounding like crackpot analogies, especially to people who dont have all the facts. A good portion of people in America today are living under ideals that have been ingrained into the them by the media and society, this usually leads to problems when you need to actually think and do research for your self.
Stallman is man of absolutes, all or nothing. He uses analogies that reflect that, and to make a point. Intellectual Property is a completely insane idea, but its understandable coming from a society of over thinkers. obsessive thinking has lead to the corruption of the patent system which was once used to protect an individual's work from large entities for a LIMITED time. The patent system was never intended for what it is being used for now and should be abolished.
Be carefull on what you call crazy or insane, there is allways a hint of truth in it.
You are not your mind.
Why should he even be able to make a good living in lighting just because that's the job he wanted? Work out of love for the job or work for money, if you can get both you're very lucky.
This all comes down to your perception of how you look at life, if you want to believe that people get lucky thats your business, but the fact is that we all create our own realities. Information * Focus = Your personal Reality. There isn't any luck involved. When you are open to what life has to offer you (Bad times or good) then you will accomplish the most cherished goal everyone is striving for. Happiness. As long as you have that nothing else matters, and you don't need a 6 figure salary to get it. Most people that are extremely rich look like the have great lives, if you take a closer look, you will find that most live lives of quite desperation.
I think this problem has to do with being lazy. You can remember passwords, you just have to actually make an attempt to try (which nobody wants to want to do these days). I recommend you at least store your passwords in a encrypted file that has weak security then to be writing them down somewhere.
Forget thought, consciousness, and presence, are all independent of thought.
'There is no better example of how theft dims the magic of the movies for everyone than this report today regarding BitTorrent providing users with illegal copies of Revenge of the Sith. The unfortunate fact is this type of theft happens on a regular basis on peer to peer networks all over the world.'"
Quit Whining.
Ok actuall Let me elaborate with a sentance.
The MPAA and RIAA needs to get off there ass and start making something happen instead of blaming the technology. You look like fools everytime you whine about P2P software effecting your business model. You cant make P2P software go away by taping your slippers togeather and chanting "There's no place like home" over and over again. Get into reality, if you dont start makeing content cheap and avaiable,with minimal restrictions, you are to go create a siutation where people are going find other ways to get what they want.
Tell me somthing how far are you willing to go to keep silent? Dont you understand that everyone who takes a stance like this plays right into the crowed mind set? Its like your a sheep being lead to the slaughter by a care taker that cares nothing for your rights or belifs.
Somtimes I wish I lived in a country where the people had a true understanding of the future complications of there inactions...
Ok here is a ruff Idea, still thinking about it.. Information should be restricted when it can be demonstrated that the information in question can be used to negativley effect an individuals well being. It seems like we could force companies to subscribe to a system that allows this person to opt-out of information gathering practices if that person is concerned about privacy.
And, a system should also be in place to make sure information is more open, when that information effects the public good, a similar system should be in place to enforce the open information so the public can stay informed about how the world is effecting them.
Sounds like someone really doesnt want Linuxworld Mag around.