They are working on it - clearly. Its not like they are claiming its done.
Besides, as for the default browser, it gets a free ride because a lot of what it uses is actually bundled in the core OS. As such, it appears to be smaller than is actually apparent.
Your personal opinion is not my personal opinion. The opinions of the iPhone crowd rarely match that of the Android crowd which rarely match that of the "other" crowd. So your saying it doesn't match your personal opinion holds zero sway. The legitimate point remains, with absolutely no hand waving, excluding your own. There are many Android devices which are superior to that of the iPhone. Period.
Which means, strictly based on your own personal opinion, its up to you if you can find one you like with the features, in combination which speak to you. Contrary to your hand waving, no one is pushing an Android solution on you. And no one is saying your personal opinion is invalid for yourself. No one is telling you what to think. Period. I'm simply saying your opinion is only good as far as - you. Period. Just the same, you opinion doesn't change the facts. Period.
People do - but it has yet to get critical mass. This wonderfully highlights the stupidity of the masses. People actually believe that if they vote third party, their vote is wasted. And they are right to a degree - until it reaches critical mass. The problem is, its now a chicken and egg problem.
People also don't seem to understand where their vote actually matters the most. Many people seem very confused that the popular vote doesn't elect Presidents. Worse, many people simply don't vote at these midterms which can have HUGE impact on the following election.
Then again, voting for the opposite R/D party can also a wasted vote if there was a third party. People need to stop thinking in pairs and realize that the third party is an option. And unlike the bullshit which is constantly pushed into people's faces, voting third party is NOT a wasted vote. With that dumb logic, voting for anything other than the winner is a wasted vote.
The S family is actually fairly large. I can't speak to your particulars but I can absolutely assure you, there are many phones which are on par or simply out class the iPhone.
Much of your complaints are also of the personal opinion variety rather than technical merit. That goes back to my open mindedness comment before.
You do realize that Obama is well on record as being extremely anti-second amendment.
But frankly, Obama has much more serious issues to deal with than stopping such minor gun rights. And neither of us have any idea what, if any, back room deal was required.
Just because someone doesn't oppose something doesn't mean they don't oppose something. Its politics...
Factually there is such a thing. Just do some searches for "gear lockout". Typically its done on first, first and second (typically 4+1 tranny), or first, second and third (six speed tranny [4+2]), as those are the gears where over rev is far most likely. The thing is, you really don't need a complex set up to lock out gears because all previous gears are also inclusive.
In short, next time push harder.
In short, next time learn about the subject before you post.
Now, there are still a surprisingly large number of people who can afford to pay the depreciation on a Gulfstream and can afford to employ a professional flight crew. But that's a way smaller number than those who can afford a Cessna Stationair or a 180 or whatever.
That doesn't sound even remote possible. Besides, the operational differences between the former and later are night and day. It doesn't make sense to turn the key on a trip less than 500 miles for something like a Gulfstream. Likewise, for trips over 500 miles, the later suddenly becomes a lot more attractive. Furthermore, for those shorter distance trips, weather isn't typically an issue for a forward looking pilot.
Besides, the flight profile for jets versus piston are also in stark contrast. Most pistons will fly somewhere in the 3,000 - 12,000 MSL range. Most jets will fly in the 20,000 and above range. That alone dictates big differences in their use. A low flying jet (in typical SE piston range) is slow with horrible fuel burn. A low flying single only typically sees a slight difference. Ideal or piston is short haul at the cited altitudes. Ideal for jet is long haul at the cited altitudes. Those are big, practical differences.
Plus, a SE piston typically has many more choices of airports. Jets typically require larger ancillary or a primary. In some states this isn't much of an issue. In others, its an extra two hour turn around on the ground. Granted VLJs are working to somewhat change this aspect.
Plus, operational expenses for turbine versus piston is huge. Piston is typically measured in hundreds of dollars. Turbine is typically measured in thousands of dollars. Granted you can carry a lot more people in a jet, but most trips typically require only one or two people plus baggage - which is exactly why VLJs have such an appeal to the jet crowd.
Something that amuses me about you Americans is that most of your internet media outlets like/. are so rabidly against the Republicans, but instantly run to the defense of your party of Democrats. Surely they do wrong things, too?
IMOHO, its more of a soci-economic divide. By in large, Republicans are considered the rich, white man's party while Democrats are considered to be the poor and uneducated party. Statistically, there is some legitimate basis to those categories. Unfortunately, it also means many that bash the Republicans do so because they've been led there like sheep rather than because of intellect. So when there is something legitimate to complain about, they don't know they should complain because no one has told them too yet. Which is not to say there isn't some of that on the other side - see Fox News entertainment/editorials and their supports, as a counter.
The real problem isn't with Ds and Rs. The problem is that things (laws and rules) are really broken in Washington and the majority believe that by changing people inside of a broken system, will somehow magically fix things. They don't seem to get the ONLY way to fix things is to fix the system, not just the people in the system.
Opps - car analogy. Its like having a broken car. People know its broken and they want to fix it. The problem is, the tool salesmen tells them they need tool A (D). The other tool salesmen they need tool B (R). So these people keep buying all these different tools, mostly which don't even fit or work, and haven't yet figured out that simply changing a wrench when the car is already on fire isn't really going to change things, let alone fix it. So what we end up with is a bunch of different tools running around Washington, with our country burning, and no one willing to actually put out the fire. Rather, people just keep trying a different tool and can't seem to figure out why nothing improves.
That's because Republicans and Democrats are a difference without distinction. For starters, a two party system is beyond idiotic. Anyone who believes we ONLY need two parties is a certifiable idiot.
The sad, sad truth is, everyone moans and groans about their pet project and party x or y not supporting it but the real problem is, neither party cares. They only care about what issues who pay them the most. The ONLY way you can hope to begin to change things to is drastically change election laws, change lobbying laws, strike down the recent anonymous campaign and advertising laws, and stop allowing companies to be represented twice (company and the people of the company).
As a starter, until we stop empowering a system which gives companies twice the political clout of every day people, there is zero hope for any real change; no matter how much the word, "change", comes out of their mouth. So everyone get that through your head. Any politician who isn't seriously talking and working for serious reform in Washington, by default, is doing nothing but pandering lip service which promoting the status quo. Period.
If your candidate talks about change and improvement but does not *actively* work to change lobbying and election laws and rules, he's lying to you. Period. The sad fact is, this is literally, almost everyone in office today.
Several HTC, Samsung, and Moto devices have all been highly regarded. Especially the latest Samsung S series units. Moto and HTC also make some of the lowest of the lower end devices too.
Seriously, go check out some of the android sites like www.androidguys.com and you will find lots of good information on good Android devices.
Generally the biggest complaint about Android devices originate from the the Apple camp and it almost always boils down to - its not an iPhone and/or it doesn't run the OS I'm used to seeing. Which basically means different is bad. So long as you're not as closed minded as all that, you'll find lots of Android options which easily meet or exceed Apple solutions.
Hell, even the HTC Incredible was fairly well received and widely considered on par with Apple's offerings. And by today's standards, the Incredible is considered a previous generation or two now.
I will point out that citing HP numbers is the absolute worst way to compare any two different engines. Horsepower, in of itself, is an almost useless metric for comparison of anything.
Horsepower numbers are a great concept used by magazines and manufacturers for people who generally don't know anything about engines or vehicles. Car and Driver is a great example. Its for people who know nothing about vehicles but want to pretend they do. If you know a religious Car and Driver reader, with few exceptions, you've identified a seriously pretentious, and almost completely ignorant, douche bag.
By your definition, Apple's products complete fit the bill. In fact, given one product problem after another, even without your comments, they seemingly fit the bill. Though honestly, I don't believe your assessment of the market, Android+iPhone is even close to reality.
Just the same, Android phones vary widely in fit, function, and quality. Some even exceed the iPhone's quality by a wide margin. Android's success is not because "resistance is futile" mentality as you attempt to push. Its succeeding because they cover every market segment; including the "cheap" market to well beyond what Apple currently provides.
There are basically two ways to make horse power. One is by brute force (large displacement; generating torque). The second is by high RPM. Illustratively but not completely accurate, hp = torque*RPM. Typically, large displacement means large reciprocating mass. This is the antithesis of high RPM and reliability. Likewise, high RPM typically means low displacement with and associated lower reciprocating mass.
Classically these two ideologies have materialized as large American V8s versus small European/Asian engines. Improvements in materials and manufacturing capabilities has steadily been allowing for a move to the center which provides for a more idealized realization of the two ideologies while realizing yet additional benefits; which you are highlighting.
Why are you so angry and argumentative. YOU constantly say things, attribute them to me, and then demand I support YOUR counter argument. That's what people call, "crazy" - and yet you do it time and time again.
Mostly I've stated fact and explained reality. You then come in with details I've never addressed - as I have no need to. What exactly is your dysfunction?
Okay, with regard to the rest above, I agree that I'm probably conflating a lot of concepts.
Yes, and that's part of the problem. Unlike you, most people here relish in their absolute ignorance. Unlike with you, open discussion is literally impossible. Its literally like talking with retarded children and any effort to simply educate them on the facts results in trolling and troll moderation. Furthermore, since the majority are also uneducated children, then don't (seemingly) even known they are tyrannically supporting both censorship and ignorance while halting all reasonable discussion. Either that or they absolutely know everything I'm saying is valid and they are censoring out of malice. Likely some combination of the two is true.
Regardless, when having these discussions, its impossible to have a sane, reasonable conversation without defining what it is we are discussing. When people conflate things, it only serves to censor and/or hide the facts by blurring legitimate talking points on either side of the fence.
But I think even if the "Book is thrown at you" that these fines are completely out of line and only illustrate how corrupt the process is and how our "justice" system has been captured by corporate interests.
First off, its not a fine. Its a punitive damages judgment. Fines go to the courts and/or government. Judgments go to the plaintiffs.
Secondly, your argument does not indicate its been "captured by corporate interests". Though I will be the first to admit such situations are absolutely rampant these days.
The big problem here stems from the fact that basically all of economics, hundreds of years of data, all say these corporations have been harmed. Secondly, pirates seem to believe that their pirating only affects huge corporations and that's completely false. EVERYONE is negatively affected by pirating, except the pirates.
Third of all, pirates pretend that good is done by pirating. No studies support that position. None. Not one. What some non-vetted studies (which are what pirates push) indicate is that there may be some net positive market effect from pirating. They then take a leap of faith and presume that the positive completely countered their negatives.
Their logic works like this. I pirate A, B, C, and D. I like D so I buy D. The logic goes on that the net affect is that D benefited and because I pirated D, it resulted in a sale. BTW, this has been dubbed the "viral effect." And because of this effect, its possible than D may greatly benefit over and above what may otherwise have taken place. But it completely ignores the fact that A, B, and C were harmed. Pirates simply wave a hand to dismiss that anyone is harmed but hundreds of years of economics say they were harmed. For pirates to be correct, it basically invalidates all current economic models. So pirates have a lot to prove and to date, absolutely no evidence. None. Not one bit. To counter this, they then put forward this imagined leaps of faith in non-vetted studies to suggest that only they have any idea of the subject matter.
Copyright Royalty Board runs things in US, pays about.20cents per track.
This is another red herring. We are part of a free market. Their back end costs or even discounted rates have absolutely no part in this discussion. None. Not one bit. If you steal good from a store, is the component price, wholesale price, or retail price used against you? Exactly. The component price or even heavily discounted wholesale prices have absolutely no bearing.
Not to mention, pirates seem to forget that the ONLY reason damages are so difficult to determine is because the actual damages are so difficult to determine. They then pretend that a pirated song is only ever pirated once. So citing a "cost" of $0.20 is completely out of context and completely without merit.
As for the excessiveness of the punitive damages, it does appear to be a case of a law w
Firstly, I didn't flame him. Not at all. Not one bit. Secondly, he's been stalking/trolling and my tone reflects that. Third of all, the notion of the the basis for lots of law being anti-debtors prison is extremely well known. Fourthly, anyone who advocates we go back to a system of debtor prisons is trolling at best.
What it can't stop is people with a manual transmission shifting to a lower gear when the RPMs are too high
Actually you can. Its called gear lock-out. When shifting to a gear would result in an over rev, the transmission can lock out the gear preventing the driver from shifting to the gear. My car has such a mechanism.
Besides, I've never even come close to noticing the lock-out unless I'm driving extremely aggressive, in which case, it has saved me from down shifting too low. The result, the vehicle is protected from driver abuse which seemingly, only results in extremely atypical driving conditions.
You might want to actually get back on topic. The topic was about this being changed from tort to criminal. Since you now know the topic, you should absolutely understand out Founding Fathers, and many, many others, are absolutely endlessly on record covering exactly this type thing - which addresses why its tort.
Why do you bother when you only want to ignorantly troll?
In general, no. To make an example out of someone because of rampant crimes by the masses, absolutely. Sometimes, in just these times, you have to have the token example. Is it fair she's the example? Absolutely not! Absolutely sucks. But justice, contrary to popular myth, has nothing to do with fair. As such, I at least understand and acknowledge the basis for such huge judgments.
Then again, the other way to think of this is, she choose herself to become their example. She could have very likely settled very early on (endless stories of doing exactly that) for only a slap on the hand. She would have likely been able to settle for a couple of thousand. But, since she didn't and she keeps making things worse, she is getting exactly what she's demanding. So at this point, speak of "fair and equitable", has long been thrown out by her. Accordingly, she placed a bullseye on herself to become their example.
There is not a single trollish thing contained in the above post. Not one. Stating the facts is not a trollish action. Please stop censoring. Censoring only validates that you believe pirating is absolutely wrong as it can not otherwise withstand open discussion. Censorship is the act of tyrants.
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Good one! :P
They are working on it - clearly. Its not like they are claiming its done.
Besides, as for the default browser, it gets a free ride because a lot of what it uses is actually bundled in the core OS. As such, it appears to be smaller than is actually apparent.
You're trolling.
Your personal opinion is not my personal opinion. The opinions of the iPhone crowd rarely match that of the Android crowd which rarely match that of the "other" crowd. So your saying it doesn't match your personal opinion holds zero sway. The legitimate point remains, with absolutely no hand waving, excluding your own. There are many Android devices which are superior to that of the iPhone. Period.
Which means, strictly based on your own personal opinion, its up to you if you can find one you like with the features, in combination which speak to you. Contrary to your hand waving, no one is pushing an Android solution on you. And no one is saying your personal opinion is invalid for yourself. No one is telling you what to think. Period. I'm simply saying your opinion is only good as far as - you. Period. Just the same, you opinion doesn't change the facts. Period.
Those are the other side of the two fences I painted. Thanks.
People do - but it has yet to get critical mass. This wonderfully highlights the stupidity of the masses. People actually believe that if they vote third party, their vote is wasted. And they are right to a degree - until it reaches critical mass. The problem is, its now a chicken and egg problem.
People also don't seem to understand where their vote actually matters the most. Many people seem very confused that the popular vote doesn't elect Presidents. Worse, many people simply don't vote at these midterms which can have HUGE impact on the following election.
Then again, voting for the opposite R/D party can also a wasted vote if there was a third party. People need to stop thinking in pairs and realize that the third party is an option. And unlike the bullshit which is constantly pushed into people's faces, voting third party is NOT a wasted vote. With that dumb logic, voting for anything other than the winner is a wasted vote.
The S family is actually fairly large. I can't speak to your particulars but I can absolutely assure you, there are many phones which are on par or simply out class the iPhone.
Much of your complaints are also of the personal opinion variety rather than technical merit. That goes back to my open mindedness comment before.
You do realize that, under Obama
You do realize that Obama is well on record as being extremely anti-second amendment.
But frankly, Obama has much more serious issues to deal with than stopping such minor gun rights. And neither of us have any idea what, if any, back room deal was required.
Just because someone doesn't oppose something doesn't mean they don't oppose something. Its politics...
As far as I'm aware, there is no such thing.
Factually there is such a thing. Just do some searches for "gear lockout". Typically its done on first, first and second (typically 4+1 tranny), or first, second and third (six speed tranny [4+2]), as those are the gears where over rev is far most likely. The thing is, you really don't need a complex set up to lock out gears because all previous gears are also inclusive.
In short, next time push harder.
In short, next time learn about the subject before you post.
Now, there are still a surprisingly large number of people who can afford to pay the depreciation on a Gulfstream and can afford to employ a professional flight crew. But that's a way smaller number than those who can afford a Cessna Stationair or a 180 or whatever.
That doesn't sound even remote possible. Besides, the operational differences between the former and later are night and day. It doesn't make sense to turn the key on a trip less than 500 miles for something like a Gulfstream. Likewise, for trips over 500 miles, the later suddenly becomes a lot more attractive. Furthermore, for those shorter distance trips, weather isn't typically an issue for a forward looking pilot.
Besides, the flight profile for jets versus piston are also in stark contrast. Most pistons will fly somewhere in the 3,000 - 12,000 MSL range. Most jets will fly in the 20,000 and above range. That alone dictates big differences in their use. A low flying jet (in typical SE piston range) is slow with horrible fuel burn. A low flying single only typically sees a slight difference. Ideal or piston is short haul at the cited altitudes. Ideal for jet is long haul at the cited altitudes. Those are big, practical differences.
Plus, a SE piston typically has many more choices of airports. Jets typically require larger ancillary or a primary. In some states this isn't much of an issue. In others, its an extra two hour turn around on the ground. Granted VLJs are working to somewhat change this aspect.
Plus, operational expenses for turbine versus piston is huge. Piston is typically measured in hundreds of dollars. Turbine is typically measured in thousands of dollars. Granted you can carry a lot more people in a jet, but most trips typically require only one or two people plus baggage - which is exactly why VLJs have such an appeal to the jet crowd.
Something that amuses me about you Americans is that most of your internet media outlets like /. are so rabidly against the Republicans, but instantly run to the defense of your party of Democrats. Surely they do wrong things, too?
IMOHO, its more of a soci-economic divide. By in large, Republicans are considered the rich, white man's party while Democrats are considered to be the poor and uneducated party. Statistically, there is some legitimate basis to those categories. Unfortunately, it also means many that bash the Republicans do so because they've been led there like sheep rather than because of intellect. So when there is something legitimate to complain about, they don't know they should complain because no one has told them too yet. Which is not to say there isn't some of that on the other side - see Fox News entertainment/editorials and their supports, as a counter.
The real problem isn't with Ds and Rs. The problem is that things (laws and rules) are really broken in Washington and the majority believe that by changing people inside of a broken system, will somehow magically fix things. They don't seem to get the ONLY way to fix things is to fix the system, not just the people in the system.
Opps - car analogy. Its like having a broken car. People know its broken and they want to fix it. The problem is, the tool salesmen tells them they need tool A (D). The other tool salesmen they need tool B (R). So these people keep buying all these different tools, mostly which don't even fit or work, and haven't yet figured out that simply changing a wrench when the car is already on fire isn't really going to change things, let alone fix it. So what we end up with is a bunch of different tools running around Washington, with our country burning, and no one willing to actually put out the fire. Rather, people just keep trying a different tool and can't seem to figure out why nothing improves.
+1 Deeply Insightful! Or, I dunno... +1 Deeply Informative!
I really fucking hate you for pointing out what is so, so sadly true! Damn you!
A two party system is stupid! There are real ways to change things but almost none of it has anything to do with voting for an R or a D.
Ugh...you've made me sad...damn you!
That's because Republicans and Democrats are a difference without distinction. For starters, a two party system is beyond idiotic. Anyone who believes we ONLY need two parties is a certifiable idiot.
The sad, sad truth is, everyone moans and groans about their pet project and party x or y not supporting it but the real problem is, neither party cares. They only care about what issues who pay them the most. The ONLY way you can hope to begin to change things to is drastically change election laws, change lobbying laws, strike down the recent anonymous campaign and advertising laws, and stop allowing companies to be represented twice (company and the people of the company).
As a starter, until we stop empowering a system which gives companies twice the political clout of every day people, there is zero hope for any real change; no matter how much the word, "change", comes out of their mouth. So everyone get that through your head. Any politician who isn't seriously talking and working for serious reform in Washington, by default, is doing nothing but pandering lip service which promoting the status quo. Period.
If your candidate talks about change and improvement but does not *actively* work to change lobbying and election laws and rules, he's lying to you. Period. The sad fact is, this is literally, almost everyone in office today.
Not according to the law, our Forefathers, and the US Constitution.
Several HTC, Samsung, and Moto devices have all been highly regarded. Especially the latest Samsung S series units. Moto and HTC also make some of the lowest of the lower end devices too.
Seriously, go check out some of the android sites like www.androidguys.com and you will find lots of good information on good Android devices.
Generally the biggest complaint about Android devices originate from the the Apple camp and it almost always boils down to - its not an iPhone and/or it doesn't run the OS I'm used to seeing. Which basically means different is bad. So long as you're not as closed minded as all that, you'll find lots of Android options which easily meet or exceed Apple solutions.
Hell, even the HTC Incredible was fairly well received and widely considered on par with Apple's offerings. And by today's standards, the Incredible is considered a previous generation or two now.
I will point out that citing HP numbers is the absolute worst way to compare any two different engines. Horsepower, in of itself, is an almost useless metric for comparison of anything.
Horsepower numbers are a great concept used by magazines and manufacturers for people who generally don't know anything about engines or vehicles. Car and Driver is a great example. Its for people who know nothing about vehicles but want to pretend they do. If you know a religious Car and Driver reader, with few exceptions, you've identified a seriously pretentious, and almost completely ignorant, douche bag.
By your definition, Apple's products complete fit the bill. In fact, given one product problem after another, even without your comments, they seemingly fit the bill. Though honestly, I don't believe your assessment of the market, Android+iPhone is even close to reality.
Just the same, Android phones vary widely in fit, function, and quality. Some even exceed the iPhone's quality by a wide margin. Android's success is not because "resistance is futile" mentality as you attempt to push. Its succeeding because they cover every market segment; including the "cheap" market to well beyond what Apple currently provides.
There are basically two ways to make horse power. One is by brute force (large displacement; generating torque). The second is by high RPM. Illustratively but not completely accurate, hp = torque*RPM. Typically, large displacement means large reciprocating mass. This is the antithesis of high RPM and reliability. Likewise, high RPM typically means low displacement with and associated lower reciprocating mass.
Classically these two ideologies have materialized as large American V8s versus small European/Asian engines. Improvements in materials and manufacturing capabilities has steadily been allowing for a move to the center which provides for a more idealized realization of the two ideologies while realizing yet additional benefits; which you are highlighting.
Why are you so angry and argumentative. YOU constantly say things, attribute them to me, and then demand I support YOUR counter argument. That's what people call, "crazy" - and yet you do it time and time again.
Mostly I've stated fact and explained reality. You then come in with details I've never addressed - as I have no need to. What exactly is your dysfunction?
Okay, with regard to the rest above, I agree that I'm probably conflating a lot of concepts.
Yes, and that's part of the problem. Unlike you, most people here relish in their absolute ignorance. Unlike with you, open discussion is literally impossible. Its literally like talking with retarded children and any effort to simply educate them on the facts results in trolling and troll moderation. Furthermore, since the majority are also uneducated children, then don't (seemingly) even known they are tyrannically supporting both censorship and ignorance while halting all reasonable discussion. Either that or they absolutely know everything I'm saying is valid and they are censoring out of malice. Likely some combination of the two is true.
Regardless, when having these discussions, its impossible to have a sane, reasonable conversation without defining what it is we are discussing. When people conflate things, it only serves to censor and/or hide the facts by blurring legitimate talking points on either side of the fence.
But I think even if the "Book is thrown at you" that these fines are completely out of line and only illustrate how corrupt the process is and how our "justice" system has been captured by corporate interests.
First off, its not a fine. Its a punitive damages judgment. Fines go to the courts and/or government. Judgments go to the plaintiffs.
Secondly, your argument does not indicate its been "captured by corporate interests". Though I will be the first to admit such situations are absolutely rampant these days.
The big problem here stems from the fact that basically all of economics, hundreds of years of data, all say these corporations have been harmed. Secondly, pirates seem to believe that their pirating only affects huge corporations and that's completely false. EVERYONE is negatively affected by pirating, except the pirates.
Third of all, pirates pretend that good is done by pirating. No studies support that position. None. Not one. What some non-vetted studies (which are what pirates push) indicate is that there may be some net positive market effect from pirating. They then take a leap of faith and presume that the positive completely countered their negatives.
Their logic works like this. I pirate A, B, C, and D. I like D so I buy D. The logic goes on that the net affect is that D benefited and because I pirated D, it resulted in a sale. BTW, this has been dubbed the "viral effect." And because of this effect, its possible than D may greatly benefit over and above what may otherwise have taken place. But it completely ignores the fact that A, B, and C were harmed. Pirates simply wave a hand to dismiss that anyone is harmed but hundreds of years of economics say they were harmed. For pirates to be correct, it basically invalidates all current economic models. So pirates have a lot to prove and to date, absolutely no evidence. None. Not one bit. To counter this, they then put forward this imagined leaps of faith in non-vetted studies to suggest that only they have any idea of the subject matter.
Copyright Royalty Board runs things in US, pays about .20cents per track.
This is another red herring. We are part of a free market. Their back end costs or even discounted rates have absolutely no part in this discussion. None. Not one bit. If you steal good from a store, is the component price, wholesale price, or retail price used against you? Exactly. The component price or even heavily discounted wholesale prices have absolutely no bearing.
Not to mention, pirates seem to forget that the ONLY reason damages are so difficult to determine is because the actual damages are so difficult to determine. They then pretend that a pirated song is only ever pirated once. So citing a "cost" of $0.20 is completely out of context and completely without merit.
As for the excessiveness of the punitive damages, it does appear to be a case of a law w
Firstly, I didn't flame him. Not at all. Not one bit. Secondly, he's been stalking/trolling and my tone reflects that. Third of all, the notion of the the basis for lots of law being anti-debtors prison is extremely well known. Fourthly, anyone who advocates we go back to a system of debtor prisons is trolling at best.
What it can't stop is people with a manual transmission shifting to a lower gear when the RPMs are too high
Actually you can. Its called gear lock-out. When shifting to a gear would result in an over rev, the transmission can lock out the gear preventing the driver from shifting to the gear. My car has such a mechanism.
Besides, I've never even come close to noticing the lock-out unless I'm driving extremely aggressive, in which case, it has saved me from down shifting too low. The result, the vehicle is protected from driver abuse which seemingly, only results in extremely atypical driving conditions.
You might want to actually get back on topic. The topic was about this being changed from tort to criminal. Since you now know the topic, you should absolutely understand out Founding Fathers, and many, many others, are absolutely endlessly on record covering exactly this type thing - which addresses why its tort.
Why do you bother when you only want to ignorantly troll?
In general, no. To make an example out of someone because of rampant crimes by the masses, absolutely. Sometimes, in just these times, you have to have the token example. Is it fair she's the example? Absolutely not! Absolutely sucks. But justice, contrary to popular myth, has nothing to do with fair. As such, I at least understand and acknowledge the basis for such huge judgments.
Then again, the other way to think of this is, she choose herself to become their example. She could have very likely settled very early on (endless stories of doing exactly that) for only a slap on the hand. She would have likely been able to settle for a couple of thousand. But, since she didn't and she keeps making things worse, she is getting exactly what she's demanding. So at this point, speak of "fair and equitable", has long been thrown out by her. Accordingly, she placed a bullseye on herself to become their example.
There is not a single trollish thing contained in the above post. Not one. Stating the facts is not a trollish action. Please stop censoring. Censoring only validates that you believe pirating is absolutely wrong as it can not otherwise withstand open discussion. Censorship is the act of tyrants.
Wish more people would actually meta-moderate!
Your argument regarding punitive damages
Actually, your entire post makes no sense given that the story it self invalidates your entire "argument."