"And only on slashdot do the mods give intelligent rebuttles -1 offtopic because the truth doesn't fit in their idealogy, while the parent gets +1 informative...
(posting AC because I'm sure to get -1 flamebait...)"
Dude, relax. It's just a forum.
I tend to agree with you. The moderators here tend to be left of center. I tend to be right of center. Goes back to that quote from Churchill, (I parphrase): If a man isn't liberal when he's 20, he has no heart, if he's not conservative when he's 40, he has no head.
I'm over 40!
Anyway, if it's worth saying, grow some balls, say it, defend it, and own up to it!
"CNN has a story stating that, according to a WebSideStory report, Internet Explorer has slipped below 90% usage share for the first time."
Since when? I think you meant slipped below 90%. Back in the day, there was only Mosiac.
Then Microsoft introduced IE to do battle with Netscape. Netscape was around for years before IE.
No, the internet wasn't invented by Al Gore, and it didn't just start 5 years ago.
"I mean really, the la-la land some of you people live in defies concept. Think basic strategy, and look beyond the first tier effects."
Not sure that was intended for me... I think I have a pretty good handle on things. However, I will admit, the multi tier approach to marxist strategy is disturbing. Now I see them as well meaning, but inept. Looking at it from the multi level strategy perspective, they appear to be much more capable, and much more sinister.
I suppose much evil has been done in the past under the guise of socialism, including the brownshirts you mention.
"unless Ohio is unique, the Gov. does NOT make laws, the legislature does. The Gov. can sign or veto that's all."
The Gov. is like the state "president". The Gov makes the budget, and has a strong influence on any legislation.
That's why California recalled Grey Davis, rather than the entire state legislature. And why California is faring a bit better with a new man at the top.
So... I stand by laying this at the feet of the confused bumbler, Taft.
"What do you kill with (semi)automatic military assault weapons *except* other people?!?!?!"
I agree with that. Although I favor preserving the right to own a firearm, and can understand that what hunters do, (even though I don't hunt). Semi automatic weapons seem to have no real purpose other than mayhem. Perhaps it's the slippery slope fear? You know: take the semi automatics, then take the handguns, then take the rifles... Not sure, I don't own any firearms.
I'm caught in a weird world. 25-30 years ago, I'd be considered a liberal. But the left has moved so far left that my position looks right, (even though I haven't moved). When I cast aspersions on liberals, I'm referring to the Marxists.
Things I once thought were "common sense" don't seem to be obvious to others.
We should limit government interference in our lives, government is by nature evil, no matter who is running it. Seems obvious to me.
I'm a huge fan of personal responsiblity, and holding others accountable. Again, seems obvious to me, but this seems to be a deviant line of thought today.
I just wanted to reply because your response was well reasoned, and not caustic, (as I expected responses to be). We really aren't far apart in our view.
Oh, and I had to add this... I understand the data shows global warming. I don't dispute it, but I do question whether it's a byproduct of human activity, or whether it's a naturally occurring cycle.
The exact opposite of what the gun control people wanted (no matter how many times they're told that's what's going to happen).
Alright, I'm feeling a little snarky today, and I've already burned a bunch of karma, so it's time to really torch it all.
I agree with you 100%! In fact, I will go a step further, (into the realm of flamebait), and say that I think that in general, liberalism achieves the exact opposite of it's stated goal. Yeah, I know that's talk radio schlock, but even a broken clock is right twice a day. And I have seen enough to believe that saying.
FLAME ON.
Amazing the hot buttons people have. Regardless of your opinion of firearms, what the last sentence was about was stating that government gun control is ineffective. But, I suppose you saw the word "gun" apoplexy set in.
"I think ohio has seen a big fat cash cow and has decided to get down to milk it at gunpoint."
Bingo! Gov. Taft was rated the worst Governor in the United States. The state of Ohio is broke, and completely mismanaged. What you see here is desperation.
Actually, I'm not a zealot. The reason for the gut reaction is Microsoft's disregard for the browser market until Firefox started making serious inroads. IE6 is old, creaky, in need of a lot of attention, but Microsoft stayed quiet. A security patch here and there, nothing big. Now, suddenly Microsoft is making announcements about the new improved more secure IE7. Do you think Firefox had anything to do with that? Complacency isn't attractive in a company. That's my angle, don't assume all here hate Microsoft just because they exist.
Now that there is competiton, Microsoft is suddenly interested again. But, losing brand loyalty is key, and I see lots of unsophisticated users using Firefox.
Take IE7 and shove it Microsoft.
Since Google is a US company, and doesn't really do business in France, in the traditional model. Can't they just tell the French to go bother someone else?
It's not that much of a stretch, actually. It's commonplace in the medical imaging field for physicians to interpret images on Windows workstations.
Those are the facts, the scenario is do-it-yourself.
"..hello to new laws and regulations. The chilling effect from "Columbia" is nothing compared to what will happen if a private attempt goes wrong."
Great. Let's get lawyers involved. Everyone knows lawyers and regulation really spur innovation.
And, you really think a private accident would make the Columbia disaster look trival? Columbia was tragic, I doubt any private disater could be worse. Human loss is human loss.
"Is it wrong for America just to care just about itself?"
Nope. If America doesn't care about America, no one else will. It's human nature to want to see the mighty fall. Nationalism isn't a bad thing. And besides, is anyone saying there is nothing Euro-centric? That all things should be global?
Sure 50 mil is enough. The idea isn't to cover ALL the costs, just provide incentives. The participants have to have their own passion, beyond the money motivator. Besides, the winner will have developed some very attractive and marketable technology along the way to winning.
Geez, ever hear of gallows humor?
Who among us hasn't lost someone dear to cancer, or has someone close to them battling the disease. Yeah, it happens.
I haven't seen a single post that wished ill upon Steve Jobs.
Get a sense of humor... by the way, they say laughing reduces the risk of cancer. So consider this group therapy.
I wonder when they'll ever figure out that suing your consumers is not an effective business model?
My guess is no, they won't figure it out. They are blinded by greed, and they seem to have a very simple concept of the model. It seems the RIAA feels they are the "store", and downloading songs is shoplifting. If they stop the shoplifters, then they have more potential customers, right?
Anyone slightly savvy knows this is oversimplified, and glaringly wrong. Downloading, in many cases improves sales. I'm an older guy, if I download something I like, I have the means, so I go out and buy it. My time is worth more than the $12 I save by downloading and buring a bunch of songs onto a CD.
But, the RIAA is out of touch. And the reason for slumping sales? It's not the Gestapo tactics, it's not the crappy product, it's that they haven't gotten enough of the downloaders yet!
*sheesh* RIAA, get a clue.
Anywhere you go there are lots of different kinds of people. I go the the freerepublic a lot. There are bright folks there, and it's very informative. The news is linked from many sites, including what they consider "liberal rags". I take with a grain of salt that the spin over there is to the right. Of course there are the lunatics over there, the ultra right wing GWB fanboys. And there are lots of liberals here. Both have good points. If you limit yourself to one source of information, you can get spin and not even know it.
No, I don't believe China has joined radical Islam, (I think they dislike each other enough not to worry about that). Most on that board wouldn't buy that, but there is a percentage, 10%, maybe 15%, they buy it 100% and would nuke China today if you'd let them.
I will say, I've read excerpts of the Koran, or is it Qu'ran, or.. anyway, the Muslim, or is it Moslem, or.. the "religion of peace" holy book. It is disturbing. The religion is aggresive, and the radical element wants anyone who isn't Muslim converted or dead. Mohammed was kind of scary, and contradictory, they even came up with the "law of supercendence". Apparently Mohammed couldn't keep track of what he said, so he contradicted himself. So, they decided, the last thing he said is right. Huh?
It's not World War III, but it is a very difficult time. Anytime you have a group of people what will strap bombs to their children, and send them out to blow up at least one of the enemy for the glory of Allah... well, that's a group that is beyond my comprehension, and I want to keep more than a casual eye on them.
I could go on, but I don't know if I can go any lower than -5 flamebait. See, I know there is a liberal bent here, but it's ok, I like more sides of a story, then *I* decide.
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"And only on slashdot do the mods give intelligent rebuttles -1 offtopic because the truth doesn't fit in their idealogy, while the parent gets +1 informative...
(posting AC because I'm sure to get -1 flamebait...)"
Dude, relax. It's just a forum. I tend to agree with you. The moderators here tend to be left of center. I tend to be right of center. Goes back to that quote from Churchill, (I parphrase): If a man isn't liberal when he's 20, he has no heart, if he's not conservative when he's 40, he has no head.
I'm over 40!
Anyway, if it's worth saying, grow some balls, say it, defend it, and own up to it!
"CNN has a story stating that, according to a WebSideStory report, Internet Explorer has slipped below 90% usage share for the first time."
Since when? I think you meant slipped below 90%. Back in the day, there was only Mosiac. Then Microsoft introduced IE to do battle with Netscape. Netscape was around for years before IE.
No, the internet wasn't invented by Al Gore, and it didn't just start 5 years ago.
I saw a sneak peek. It was good, really good. Can't wait for the fourth episode!
Don't have a link, but I know it was in the WSJ. I heard it reported on TV and radio.
Thanks for the correction. As a non gun owner, I will acknowledge some ignorance in that area. And I can appreciate your point.
"I mean really, the la-la land some of you people live in defies concept. Think basic strategy, and look beyond the first tier effects."
Not sure that was intended for me... I think I have a pretty good handle on things. However, I will admit, the multi tier approach to marxist strategy is disturbing. Now I see them as well meaning, but inept. Looking at it from the multi level strategy perspective, they appear to be much more capable, and much more sinister.
I suppose much evil has been done in the past under the guise of socialism, including the brownshirts you mention.
"unless Ohio is unique, the Gov. does NOT make laws, the legislature does. The Gov. can sign or veto that's all."
The Gov. is like the state "president". The Gov makes the budget, and has a strong influence on any legislation.
That's why California recalled Grey Davis, rather than the entire state legislature. And why California is faring a bit better with a new man at the top.
So... I stand by laying this at the feet of the confused bumbler, Taft.
"What do you kill with (semi)automatic military assault weapons *except* other people?!?!?!"
I agree with that. Although I favor preserving the right to own a firearm, and can understand that what hunters do, (even though I don't hunt). Semi automatic weapons seem to have no real purpose other than mayhem. Perhaps it's the slippery slope fear? You know: take the semi automatics, then take the handguns, then take the rifles... Not sure, I don't own any firearms.
I'm caught in a weird world. 25-30 years ago, I'd be considered a liberal. But the left has moved so far left that my position looks right, (even though I haven't moved). When I cast aspersions on liberals, I'm referring to the Marxists.
Things I once thought were "common sense" don't seem to be obvious to others.
We should limit government interference in our lives, government is by nature evil, no matter who is running it. Seems obvious to me.
I'm a huge fan of personal responsiblity, and holding others accountable. Again, seems obvious to me, but this seems to be a deviant line of thought today.
I just wanted to reply because your response was well reasoned, and not caustic, (as I expected responses to be). We really aren't far apart in our view.
Oh, and I had to add this... I understand the data shows global warming. I don't dispute it, but I do question whether it's a byproduct of human activity, or whether it's a naturally occurring cycle.
The exact opposite of what the gun control people wanted (no matter how many times they're told that's what's going to happen).
Alright, I'm feeling a little snarky today, and I've already burned a bunch of karma, so it's time to really torch it all.
I agree with you 100%! In fact, I will go a step further, (into the realm of flamebait), and say that I think that in general, liberalism achieves the exact opposite of it's stated goal. Yeah, I know that's talk radio schlock, but even a broken clock is right twice a day. And I have seen enough to believe that saying.
FLAME ON.
"Insightful right up to the last sentence maybe."
Amazing the hot buttons people have. Regardless of your opinion of firearms, what the last sentence was about was stating that government gun control is ineffective. But, I suppose you saw the word "gun" apoplexy set in.
I KNOW I'm burning karma to say this!
"I think ohio has seen a big fat cash cow and has decided to get down to milk it at gunpoint." Bingo! Gov. Taft was rated the worst Governor in the United States. The state of Ohio is broke, and completely mismanaged. What you see here is desperation.
Actually, I'm not a zealot. The reason for the gut reaction is Microsoft's disregard for the browser market until Firefox started making serious inroads. IE6 is old, creaky, in need of a lot of attention, but Microsoft stayed quiet. A security patch here and there, nothing big. Now, suddenly Microsoft is making announcements about the new improved more secure IE7. Do you think Firefox had anything to do with that? Complacency isn't attractive in a company. That's my angle, don't assume all here hate Microsoft just because they exist.
Now that there is competiton, Microsoft is suddenly interested again. But, losing brand loyalty is key, and I see lots of unsophisticated users using Firefox. Take IE7 and shove it Microsoft.
Since Google is a US company, and doesn't really do business in France, in the traditional model. Can't they just tell the French to go bother someone else?
Nice movie, thanks for the fish!
Even without the immortality component, what you describe has been tried. It's called communism. Doesn't work.
And you aren't accurate either! Shouldn't it be:
!tsop dednah tfel tsriF
It's not that much of a stretch, actually. It's commonplace in the medical imaging field for physicians to interpret images on Windows workstations. Those are the facts, the scenario is do-it-yourself.
"..hello to new laws and regulations. The chilling effect from "Columbia" is nothing compared to what will happen if a private attempt goes wrong." Great. Let's get lawyers involved. Everyone knows lawyers and regulation really spur innovation. And, you really think a private accident would make the Columbia disaster look trival? Columbia was tragic, I doubt any private disater could be worse. Human loss is human loss.
"Is it wrong for America just to care just about itself?" Nope. If America doesn't care about America, no one else will. It's human nature to want to see the mighty fall. Nationalism isn't a bad thing. And besides, is anyone saying there is nothing Euro-centric? That all things should be global?
Sure 50 mil is enough. The idea isn't to cover ALL the costs, just provide incentives. The participants have to have their own passion, beyond the money motivator. Besides, the winner will have developed some very attractive and marketable technology along the way to winning.
Your spell checker!
Geez, ever hear of gallows humor? Who among us hasn't lost someone dear to cancer, or has someone close to them battling the disease. Yeah, it happens. I haven't seen a single post that wished ill upon Steve Jobs. Get a sense of humor... by the way, they say laughing reduces the risk of cancer. So consider this group therapy.
I wonder when they'll ever figure out that suing your consumers is not an effective business model?
My guess is no, they won't figure it out. They are blinded by greed, and they seem to have a very simple concept of the model. It seems the RIAA feels they are the "store", and downloading songs is shoplifting. If they stop the shoplifters, then they have more potential customers, right?
Anyone slightly savvy knows this is oversimplified, and glaringly wrong. Downloading, in many cases improves sales. I'm an older guy, if I download something I like, I have the means, so I go out and buy it. My time is worth more than the $12 I save by downloading and buring a bunch of songs onto a CD.
But, the RIAA is out of touch. And the reason for slumping sales? It's not the Gestapo tactics, it's not the crappy product, it's that they haven't gotten enough of the downloaders yet!
*sheesh* RIAA, get a clue.
Anywhere you go there are lots of different kinds of people. I go the the freerepublic a lot. There are bright folks there, and it's very informative. The news is linked from many sites, including what they consider "liberal rags". I take with a grain of salt that the spin over there is to the right. Of course there are the lunatics over there, the ultra right wing GWB fanboys. And there are lots of liberals here. Both have good points. If you limit yourself to one source of information, you can get spin and not even know it. No, I don't believe China has joined radical Islam, (I think they dislike each other enough not to worry about that). Most on that board wouldn't buy that, but there is a percentage, 10%, maybe 15%, they buy it 100% and would nuke China today if you'd let them. I will say, I've read excerpts of the Koran, or is it Qu'ran, or.. anyway, the Muslim, or is it Moslem, or.. the "religion of peace" holy book. It is disturbing. The religion is aggresive, and the radical element wants anyone who isn't Muslim converted or dead. Mohammed was kind of scary, and contradictory, they even came up with the "law of supercendence". Apparently Mohammed couldn't keep track of what he said, so he contradicted himself. So, they decided, the last thing he said is right. Huh? It's not World War III, but it is a very difficult time. Anytime you have a group of people what will strap bombs to their children, and send them out to blow up at least one of the enemy for the glory of Allah... well, that's a group that is beyond my comprehension, and I want to keep more than a casual eye on them. I could go on, but I don't know if I can go any lower than -5 flamebait. See, I know there is a liberal bent here, but it's ok, I like more sides of a story, then *I* decide.