When one puts money in a bank, one gets services in return. Giving money to startups, one gets nothing in return. Absolutely nothing. Even if some of these stupid Kickstarter projects actually do what they say they'll do (look through them... most don't), you still get absolutely nothing out of it. You may help some twit make a whole lot of money, but you won't see a single dime of it. I agree with the GP. You'd have to be really stupid to give these guys money.
The man who founded Walmart wanted to provide good products at a low price, so the low-income people in rural America could afford to live a middle-income lifestyle.
Don't forget that they treat their employees like shit. But hey, what does that matter when you can get jeans for $15, right? Happy shopping.
What you're describing is an unhealthy obsession with stuff. I don't care what brand of pots you have, and neither should you, unless you're a chef. And, why would it matter if "cookware" gets dinged up in a move? Might want to think about what you're saying here, dude.
If a person has time to consider the packaging that a gadget comes in, may I suggest that they find a better use for their free time? I can't fucking believe that there are people who are not packaging designers, analyzing how many pieces of tape come on a box.
Open the fucking thing, take the thing out, throw the packaging in the recycling bin, get on with your fucking life. Jesus Christ, do these same people watch paint dry as a hobby, too?
On the contrary, I think that's pretty fucking bizarre. Storing packaging on the off chance that you might want to re-use it one day? Really? That ain't normal, dude.
Integrity? Ha! That's hilarious. People don't have integrity any more (did they ever?). They'll sell their souls for 10% off an Amazon order. Most people are stupid, selfish, and have -zero- integrity.
It's about fucking time. Banks (and yes, even credit unions) have been warning its customers that whatever happens through their online interfaces isn't their fault. That's really just absurd, when a person or company's entire financial life is available via a single password on the Net. Security, of course, isn't the sole responsibility of the banks, but it is their responsibility. Banks provide giant safes for our physical valuables, they provide insurance for theft or collapse, but online, it's "good luck, customers!"? Bullshit. It's time to hold them at least somewhat responsible for their online interfaces, as well.
These people are all trying to sell their businesses before they even start them. They're cashing out before they get started. That's not creating a sustainable business. On top of that, entrepreneurs risk their own capital. These people are all begging for money from wealthy gamblers. It's pathetic, really.
As an actual entrepreneur, I'm really sick and tired of seeing people like this called entrepreneurs. They're not building businesses. They're trying to game a system to get piles of money for as little work as humanly possible.
Unless Slashdot has a decent-sized contingent of law geeks, these constant stories about patents are really inappropriate here. Are there "patent geeks" other than timothy...?
Saying that somebody can drop out of high school and go on to run one of the largest companies in the world is like saying that somebody can not exercise and be able to play on the NBA. Sure, it's possible, but it's absurdly unlikely.
"By only providing the binaries to donors, it looks like you are only charging nontechnical users, while more technically inclined users get it for free."
What are "secret cookies"? Does anybody know what in the hell this means? Last I checked, cookies were plain text files stores in a specific place on a computer. How can a cookie be "secret"?
"I should be able to withdraw money from my bank account while sitting at my desk, add it to a smartcard, and spend it without the bank tracking my spending habits or demanding fees from the businesses I frequent"
You want a system, that's free, run by your bank, over the Net, and that is anonymous. Do you understand what you're saying? It doesn't really make any sense...
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You keep telling yourself that, if it makes you feel better.
When one puts money in a bank, one gets services in return. Giving money to startups, one gets nothing in return. Absolutely nothing. Even if some of these stupid Kickstarter projects actually do what they say they'll do (look through them... most don't), you still get absolutely nothing out of it. You may help some twit make a whole lot of money, but you won't see a single dime of it. I agree with the GP. You'd have to be really stupid to give these guys money.
The beauty of Kickstarter is that you don't even need #2 and #3.
People are really, truly stupid.
You're wrong. I *have* had trouble making ends meet. Still didn't go to Wal-Mart. Thrift shops work just fine, thanks.
The man who founded Walmart wanted to provide good products at a low price, so the low-income people in rural America could afford to live a middle-income lifestyle.
Don't forget that they treat their employees like shit. But hey, what does that matter when you can get jeans for $15, right? Happy shopping.
There's a difference between buying decent stuff that lasts and obsessing over it. You sound seriously OCD to me...
Written like somebody who doesn't have an unhealthy obsession with stuff.
What you're describing is an unhealthy obsession with stuff. I don't care what brand of pots you have, and neither should you, unless you're a chef. And, why would it matter if "cookware" gets dinged up in a move? Might want to think about what you're saying here, dude.
If a person has time to consider the packaging that a gadget comes in, may I suggest that they find a better use for their free time? I can't fucking believe that there are people who are not packaging designers, analyzing how many pieces of tape come on a box.
Open the fucking thing, take the thing out, throw the packaging in the recycling bin, get on with your fucking life. Jesus Christ, do these same people watch paint dry as a hobby, too?
Nothing new, or particularly interesting here.
On the contrary, I think that's pretty fucking bizarre. Storing packaging on the off chance that you might want to re-use it one day? Really? That ain't normal, dude.
Integrity? Ha! That's hilarious. People don't have integrity any more (did they ever?). They'll sell their souls for 10% off an Amazon order. Most people are stupid, selfish, and have -zero- integrity.
What do you recommend for people whose job involves running a Windows RT-exclusive application?
If it's such a huge deal for you, then maybe you should get a different job.
"Many" is a relative term.
It's about fucking time. Banks (and yes, even credit unions) have been warning its customers that whatever happens through their online interfaces isn't their fault. That's really just absurd, when a person or company's entire financial life is available via a single password on the Net. Security, of course, isn't the sole responsibility of the banks, but it is their responsibility. Banks provide giant safes for our physical valuables, they provide insurance for theft or collapse, but online, it's "good luck, customers!"? Bullshit. It's time to hold them at least somewhat responsible for their online interfaces, as well.
These people are all trying to sell their businesses before they even start them. They're cashing out before they get started. That's not creating a sustainable business. On top of that, entrepreneurs risk their own capital. These people are all begging for money from wealthy gamblers. It's pathetic, really.
As an actual entrepreneur, I'm really sick and tired of seeing people like this called entrepreneurs. They're not building businesses. They're trying to game a system to get piles of money for as little work as humanly possible.
Unless Slashdot has a decent-sized contingent of law geeks, these constant stories about patents are really inappropriate here. Are there "patent geeks" other than timothy...?
"RUNNING someone elses company, on the other hand... any retard can do that."
You're an idiot.
Saying that somebody can drop out of high school and go on to run one of the largest companies in the world is like saying that somebody can not exercise and be able to play on the NBA. Sure, it's possible, but it's absurdly unlikely.
"By only providing the binaries to donors, it looks like you are only charging nontechnical users, while more technically inclined users get it for free."
I agree with you. What's your point?
I think your hat needs a re-foiling.
What are "secret cookies"? Does anybody know what in the hell this means? Last I checked, cookies were plain text files stores in a specific place on a computer. How can a cookie be "secret"?
How about buying a book using... wait for it.... cash!?!? I know it's a crazy idea...
You retain 99% of your privacy just by using cash. Most people are too stupid and/or lazy to consider this an option, though.
"I should be able to withdraw money from my bank account while sitting at my desk, add it to a smartcard, and spend it without the bank tracking my spending habits or demanding fees from the businesses I frequent"
You want a system, that's free, run by your bank, over the Net, and that is anonymous. Do you understand what you're saying? It doesn't really make any sense...