One feature that's been there since the beginning, but apparently isn't mentioned anywhere on the site, is unlimited sub-addressing. Say I sign up for foo@gmail.com; I automatically receive mail addressed to foo+work@gmail.com, foo+urgent@gmail.com, foo+slashdot@gmail.com, or whatever I make up. Then I can filter or forward messages based on these criteria. Why isn't this nice feature getting any press?
Not to mention that most modern distros have it configured by default for backwards compatibility. If you're not savvy enough to modify your kernel, you don't have to worry about it anyway.
But think about the big picture. Once the fission explosion occurs, the antiparticles of the bomb will be scattered over a much wider area. As they disperse, they collide with air molecules and annihilate. The end result is almost the same amount of energy release as a pure antimatter weapon, but with a MUCH larger blast radius. I think...
But my point is, I shouldn't be forced to agree to it to install the software. The whole point of free software is to not have restrictions. Not letting people use the software without agreeing to the license is an additional restriction. As a matter of fact, it's probably not even legal under the GPL.
But I already have those rights.Copyright law restricts distribution, preparation of derivative works, and public display or performance. It DOES NOT RESTRICT PERSONAL USE. If I don't agree to the license, I still have the right to use it for whatever I want.
One thing I honestly can't understand is why more and more free software is coming with click-through licenses. One of the whole points of the FOSS system is that your use of the software is not restricted in any way. The GPL actually includes this in section 0:
Activities other than copying, distribution and modification are not covered by this License; they are outside its scope.
So why do I have to click "Agree" when I install Apache or Firefox? What if I make changes that I don't want to distribute?
I had one too. The hardware needed a little reworking, but the Cybiko folks got a lot of things right:
* Peer-to-peer chat and gaming - the most obvious * A free SDK with a reasonably well-designed API * A WML browser that could use another Cybiko connected to a PC as an access point
I really think that if Cybiko had waited a few more years, outfitted the device with a faster processor, a backlit color screen and WiFi, they would've made a fortune. And pulled the rug right out from under Nintendo, I might add.
That's for the IBM one, dummy. Let me guess - you saw that sentence and had an instant knee-jerk reaction without reading the rest of the summary to find out what it's talking about.
Maybe because they're attractive? Say what you will about Microsoft as a business, but I've always found Outlook to be a very usable piece of software in terms of its interface.
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Google is your ISP? Cool!
One feature that's been there since the beginning, but apparently isn't mentioned anywhere on the site, is unlimited sub-addressing. Say I sign up for foo@gmail.com; I automatically receive mail addressed to foo+work@gmail.com, foo+urgent@gmail.com, foo+slashdot@gmail.com, or whatever I make up. Then I can filter or forward messages based on these criteria. Why isn't this nice feature getting any press?
Not to mention that most modern distros have it configured by default for backwards compatibility. If you're not savvy enough to modify your kernel, you don't have to worry about it anyway.
Really? I found Graffiti to be so intuitive and efficient that I actually installed it on my eMate.
Not your fault, they just changed the title in the last few seconds. It was originally "The Apple Newton Gets New Hardware".
Sure, but in addition to that annihilation energy on contact with the bomb there would be a very strong explosive force.
But think about the big picture. Once the fission explosion occurs, the antiparticles of the bomb will be scattered over a much wider area. As they disperse, they collide with air molecules and annihilate. The end result is almost the same amount of energy release as a pure antimatter weapon, but with a MUCH larger blast radius. I think...
Bad road conditions should cause no problem. All the cars can be coordinated to decelerate slowly, smoothly and exactly in sync to avoid skidding.
OK, done. It's bug 262751. :)
Did you notice the "department line"?
Sort of reminds me of COMP.BASILISK.
What? I don't understand. Look at this graph! They're doing fantastically! ;)
D) This part is tougher. Is it DVB, is it encrypted with Nagra or Digicipher II? Powervu, videoguard? I'm not even sure how you'd check...
Knowing the RIAA/MPAA's previous attempts at copy protection, my bet is ROT13.
But my point is, I shouldn't be forced to agree to it to install the software. The whole point of free software is to not have restrictions. Not letting people use the software without agreeing to the license is an additional restriction. As a matter of fact, it's probably not even legal under the GPL.
But I already have those rights. Copyright law restricts distribution, preparation of derivative works, and public display or performance. It DOES NOT RESTRICT PERSONAL USE. If I don't agree to the license, I still have the right to use it for whatever I want.
One thing I honestly can't understand is why more and more free software is coming with click-through licenses. One of the whole points of the FOSS system is that your use of the software is not restricted in any way. The GPL actually includes this in section 0:
Activities other than copying, distribution and modification are not covered by this License; they are outside its scope.
So why do I have to click "Agree" when I install Apache or Firefox? What if I make changes that I don't want to distribute?
Sadly, it's probably not the math per se that's the problem; it's simple logical thought.
Bongo drums are pretty low frequency, don't you think?
How about something twice as good? 100MB of storage and an interface that is ALL as intuitive as Gmail!
http://gmail.google.com/
I'm not sure, but I believe the most common term is unwaivable. (or nonwaivable?)
I had one too. The hardware needed a little reworking, but the Cybiko folks got a lot of things right:
* Peer-to-peer chat and gaming - the most obvious
* A free SDK with a reasonably well-designed API
* A WML browser that could use another Cybiko connected to a PC as an access point
I really think that if Cybiko had waited a few more years, outfitted the device with a faster processor, a backlit color screen and WiFi, they would've made a fortune. And pulled the rug right out from under Nintendo, I might add.
That's for the IBM one, dummy. Let me guess - you saw that sentence and had an instant knee-jerk reaction without reading the rest of the summary to find out what it's talking about.
Maybe because they're attractive? Say what you will about Microsoft as a business, but I've always found Outlook to be a very usable piece of software in terms of its interface.
Would you be happier if they ran Linux, so they could tweak all the speed calculation code to their heart's desire with virtually no effort?
Ever read "The Light of Other Days" by Arthur C. Clarke and Stephen Baxter? It considers exactly that scenario.