So governments are going to start selling indulgences[1]. Why not? I'd buy a year's worth of no-speed limit for highways.
[1] I was going to put the wiki link to indulgences here, but apparently cut and paste died on this POS windows
They claim latency. Ok, maybe so. What makes me give them the benefit of the doubt though, is that in Australia, I *can* online buy the US version download and play it here, without region locking getting in the way in the manner we're used to with DVD's. Don't recall now if the cost was different, I'd need to recheck at the online store.
Define what a license is supposed to be for. It isn't a revenue raiser, or shouldn't be, it's something that defines the license-holder as being qualified to do something. Do we need such a thing for blogs? That the blog might or might not make money isn't relevant, if you want to deal with that, use a properly defined tax.
The doctor typically calibrates it in a quiet waiting room, but I don't think you could calibrate it to allow you to follow conversation in a bar, for instance. The calibration is the setting of gain at different frequencies. As for 'normal' - That's true in theory, but your own ears are a lot more adaptable than hearing aids.
Be careful what you wish for. Hearing aids aren't bliss, by any means (yes, I get that you mean turning them off) - they tend to amplify all noise (even the 'digital' ones) - so trying to listen to a conversation with high ambient noise levels is torture. You end up turning them off to avoid an excruciating headache.
Apple II had a 16 year history? Seems longer than it did living through it. They really couldn't have been selling many in '93 though, which is the end date. (I'm guessing Wiki's right about the time) But there's another analogy. Computers then were made with a Basic interpreter. Smartphones and pads are made with a JVM. (or if they have a future, they are)
No, it just doesn't fit your example. I can see it fitting mine though. Mobile phone plan, plus data for said mobile, plus wireless connection for laptop, plus landline phone, plus internet connection, plus ISP (yes, internet connection and wireless can be separate in Canberra) - Yes, that goes over 300 AUD. (about 273 USD)
Soldiers don't die "because of freedom" - they die because of bullets, explosives, and shrapnel. If your actions lead to an increase in such attacks (or an increase in their effectiveness), then yes, you certainly are presenting a "clear and present danger", and should be dealt with the same as any other traitor.
I'm not convincing that the actions of WikiLeaks has the potential to increase the danger, though. At worst, it'll cause a bunch of brain-dead america-haters to be more resolute in their beliefs. I can't see it causing any real damage.
Traitor? Really?
In law, treason is the crime that covers some of the more serious acts of betrayal of one's sovereitithe king was known as high treason and treason against a lesser superior was petit treason). A person who commits treason is known in law as a traitor.
Now consider that Julian isn't a US citizen. Making out a case for him being a traitor to Australia probably isn't going to work.
Why do you need to read about the Australian Sex Party whilst you're at work? Wait till you get home. No need to get all hot and sweaty about political parties that are in the minority, or whatever, and suing them. And if you do have a need to read it, chances are that you can get the corporate filter exempted for you.
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So governments are going to start selling indulgences[1]. Why not? I'd buy a year's worth of no-speed limit for highways.
[1] I was going to put the wiki link to indulgences here, but apparently cut and paste died on this POS windows
They claim latency. Ok, maybe so. What makes me give them the benefit of the doubt though, is that in Australia, I *can* online buy the US version download and play it here, without region locking getting in the way in the manner we're used to with DVD's. Don't recall now if the cost was different, I'd need to recheck at the online store.
Define what a license is supposed to be for. It isn't a revenue raiser, or shouldn't be, it's something that defines the license-holder as being qualified to do something. Do we need such a thing for blogs? That the blog might or might not make money isn't relevant, if you want to deal with that, use a properly defined tax.
The doctor typically calibrates it in a quiet waiting room, but I don't think you could calibrate it to allow you to follow conversation in a bar, for instance. The calibration is the setting of gain at different frequencies. As for 'normal' - That's true in theory, but your own ears are a lot more adaptable than hearing aids.
Be careful what you wish for. Hearing aids aren't bliss, by any means (yes, I get that you mean turning them off) - they tend to amplify all noise (even the 'digital' ones) - so trying to listen to a conversation with high ambient noise levels is torture. You end up turning them off to avoid an excruciating headache.
Distilled water will have a markedly flat taste.
Ouch! At having Australia included in such company. Hopefully it won't end up happening. (if we can vote Fielding out of the equation this Saturday)
You can currently get your photo in the paper/tv going to and from and in court, prior to conviction. How is this different?
Is it fair? Well, no, because when the court finds you not guilty the paper will print it somewhere back of the classifieds in 8 pt type.
Apple II had a 16 year history? Seems longer than it did living through it. They really couldn't have been selling many in '93 though, which is the end date. (I'm guessing Wiki's right about the time) But there's another analogy. Computers then were made with a Basic interpreter. Smartphones and pads are made with a JVM. (or if they have a future, they are)
In this case, correlation does imply causation. Or we can but hope it does.
So, here's this blank cheque, will you sign it please?
I'd have to be a masochist to want a Starbucks 'coffee'.
$300??? That's just nuts.
No, it just doesn't fit your example. I can see it fitting mine though. Mobile phone plan, plus data for said mobile, plus wireless connection for laptop, plus landline phone, plus internet connection, plus ISP (yes, internet connection and wireless can be separate in Canberra) - Yes, that goes over 300 AUD. (about 273 USD)
You need to work on your stare a bit, then.
Next, I want a cafe that has cones of silence, aka cell-phone jamming.
Having to sit in a Starbucks and even smell their coffee... No, that's not free.
I'll do better when I get a round tuit.
A mindset that says Wikipedia is the same as Wikileaks. Just a theory, mind. I'm not saying *I* believe this.
Soldiers don't die "because of freedom" - they die because of bullets, explosives, and shrapnel. If your actions lead to an increase in such attacks (or an increase in their effectiveness), then yes, you certainly are presenting a "clear and present danger", and should be dealt with the same as any other traitor.
I'm not convincing that the actions of WikiLeaks has the potential to increase the danger, though. At worst, it'll cause a bunch of brain-dead america-haters to be more resolute in their beliefs. I can't see it causing any real damage.
Traitor? Really?
Now consider that Julian isn't a US citizen. Making out a case for him being a traitor to Australia probably isn't going to work.
Mana per 5 seconds?
ok, it is off-topic, but somewhat funny.
Not at all. Not all corporates are blocking it, it has *nothing* to do with the government mandatory web filter that they are proposing.
Why do you need to read about the Australian Sex Party whilst you're at work? Wait till you get home. No need to get all hot and sweaty about political parties that are in the minority, or whatever, and suing them. And if you do have a need to read it, chances are that you can get the corporate filter exempted for you.
THey are hit by a sudden urge to sue.
And then everyone went to using year numbers for versions.