What exactly would you expect McDonald's to do? Should they have lowered the temperature because of an extremely low accident rate? This case was an exception and not the rule. It should have been thrown out like previous similar cases.
I am tired of the way our society is minimizing risk on account of a few tragic accidents.
Right, but every application is "App Name - Task" and my point is the app name is really irrelevant especially for basic OS tasks. The task should be the focus. The app names only add noise. From a usability stand point it's just bad.
I agree. This is a common problem amongst every gui I have seen in Linux. Design choices appear to be random and by committee so the overall look is inconsistent and unpolished. Vista looks better because it is consistent. As is OSX. If Linux on the desktop is a true goal then they really need to get a real design team.
Also, what is the deal with basic OS programs being referred to by their name? Dolphin? Why not just call it 'file browser'? This is really confusing and overwhelming for new users. Something we should work towards is a more intuitive task oriented system. Office 2007 actually does a really good job of this.
I am referring to the article which says nothing about back doors or internal mechanisms implemented in Windows by Microsoft to aid police investigations. The summary would lead you to believe this is the case.
Since when has physical access to a machine ever been safe for any operating system? Also, it's not like Microsoft programmed in back doors for law enforcement; they are just bundling their version of script kiddie hacks.
Would you contend that the enclosure was just fine if an innocent bystander was killed? Sure, in this case that didn't happen, but you can't speak as though you know a tiger will only attack his provokers.
The most mind-boggling thing is that a ring-tone can cost more than the entire song via iTunes. And as you stated, it's the retarded youth paying for it so it continues.
One great example is the proliferation of commercials offering daily jokes, awesome turtle wallpaper, or baby crying ringtones (WTF?) all for retarded prices that sign you up for recurring payments.
I agree. T-Mobile wants you to pay $19.99/mo. for calls over Wi-Fi. Not sure if this has been launched nationwide yet but they are testing it in Seattle.
The only thing keeping Apple from licensing OSX is Apple. No reason to bring MS into this. When Apple tries to license OSX and MS trys to stop it then you can bring MS into this.
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What exactly would you expect McDonald's to do? Should they have lowered the temperature because of an extremely low accident rate? This case was an exception and not the rule. It should have been thrown out like previous similar cases.
I am tired of the way our society is minimizing risk on account of a few tragic accidents.
What is your source for this information?
The urban legend is that this case is legitimate. Trial lawyers will love you for helping them obliterate common sense. Read some insights at http://www.overlawyered.com/2005/10/urban-legends-and-stella-liebe.html
You should really check out Overlawyered's take on the case.
http://www.overlawyered.com/2005/10/urban-legends-and-stella-liebe.html
The case truly is ridiculous.
At Starbucks, when you purchase something, ask for a wifi code and they will give you one.
Right, but every application is "App Name - Task" and my point is the app name is really irrelevant especially for basic OS tasks. The task should be the focus. The app names only add noise. From a usability stand point it's just bad.
I agree. This is a common problem amongst every gui I have seen in Linux. Design choices appear to be random and by committee so the overall look is inconsistent and unpolished. Vista looks better because it is consistent. As is OSX. If Linux on the desktop is a true goal then they really need to get a real design team.
Also, what is the deal with basic OS programs being referred to by their name? Dolphin? Why not just call it 'file browser'? This is really confusing and overwhelming for new users. Something we should work towards is a more intuitive task oriented system. Office 2007 actually does a really good job of this.
I am referring to the article which says nothing about back doors or internal mechanisms implemented in Windows by Microsoft to aid police investigations. The summary would lead you to believe this is the case.
I am not saying no back doors exist.
You're right except the article isn't really FUD itself. The submitter is just reading too much into it and spinning it as FUD.
Since when has physical access to a machine ever been safe for any operating system? Also, it's not like Microsoft programmed in back doors for law enforcement; they are just bundling their version of script kiddie hacks.
Ranting about how one can't deal with a touchscreen... no tactile feedback blah blah blah...
Yet this same crowd loves the iPhone...
Ironic?
Because the usage scenarios for an iPhone and a laptop are identical, right?
OH NO YOU DIDN'
Plus it was a total rip-off of a Wendy's commercial involving spicy sandwhiches.
Who's fault would it be if the tiger killed someone else who just happened to be there?
I never said zoos should be banned so I don't understand your analogy. What point are you trying to make?
I agree with you.
This story would be a whole lot different had an elderly woman enjoying the zoo been killed due to some kids taunting a tiger.
If three dumb kids can put everyone in the zoo at risk to be mauled then there is a problem with the zoo.
Would you contend that the enclosure was just fine if an innocent bystander was killed? Sure, in this case that didn't happen, but you can't speak as though you know a tiger will only attack his provokers.
The most mind-boggling thing is that a ring-tone can cost more than the entire song via iTunes. And as you stated, it's the retarded youth paying for it so it continues.
One great example is the proliferation of commercials offering daily jokes, awesome turtle wallpaper, or baby crying ringtones (WTF?) all for retarded prices that sign you up for recurring payments.
When you refill your gas tank do you throw away whatever was left first?
You are so getting laid this weekend!
There are no successful people who play WoW. Right?
Because there will be a 3rd party who will step up, offer support, and undercut Apple.
Stop buying their crap. Find some other way to get entertainment.
I agree. T-Mobile wants you to pay $19.99/mo. for calls over Wi-Fi. Not sure if this has been launched nationwide yet but they are testing it in Seattle.
The only thing keeping Apple from licensing OSX is Apple. No reason to bring MS into this. When Apple tries to license OSX and MS trys to stop it then you can bring MS into this.