Consider this as well: If you are with an organization that is scaling into the cloud, and needs to fire up a couple hundred server instances a few times a year to handle the load, would you rather fire up an open source operating system and related free applications (LAMP, or whatever), or would you rather fire up a couple hundred server instances that required licensing for the OS and software? Would you like to manage the additional overhead of the proprietary systems/software? Would you be willing to pay more to have your cloud service manage it for you?
FOSS is more relevant in the cloud than most folks realize, even on a proprietary/closed cloud infrastructure.
It's more than that, though. Cloud computing is going for "Infrastructure as a Service" (IaaS, one of the new buzz acronyms), seeking to replace most of what you currently use in a data center (hardware, racks, power, network capacity). There's big money to be had in this, but it's a niche market.
Funny, I know plenty of folks with firearms in their cars and trucks as well.
The whole point of "Sharing the road" is lost on motorist and cyclist alike, it seems. I bike from time to time, and drive a car most of the time. I get the fuck out of the way when I'm on a bike, and I give plenty of space and pass when safe when I am in my car.
This isn't difficult, folks, have some courtesy both ways.
Cyclists tend to have some kind of complex more often than not, though. I'd have more respect for the group as a whole if I actually witnessed more of them following the rules of the road, and respecting the masses of metal that can kill them in an instant.
Yeah, this isn't insightful in the least. You don't HAVE to take an interstate anywhere, there are always side roads or frontage roads for vehicles prohibited from traveling on interstate highways.
You can bike, walk, run across the US without touching an interstate.
I have one, and the only thing it really lacks is resolution on the LCD. It's snappy in WinCE, and can boot and run NetBSD and Linux (although NetBSD supports more of the hardware and runs faster).
I need to get some more RAM and storage for the device, as well as a WiFi card, and I'll be set.
Yeah, replying to an AC, but I have a G1, so here goes:
A.> Yeah, it can. Like run multiple applications at the same time that sustain network connections when you background each application. Try running several SSH connections at the same time off of the iPhone, and switching to the browser and back.
Poorly coded base OS? You mean the one that came with cut and paste support the minute it hit the stores? The one that supports Flash? A micro-SD card slot? The one you don't have to use iTunes with to transfer content because it will show up as a USB drive on almost any modern computer?
B.> That's your opinion. Personally, I'd rather have form over function if it means getting the job done. The G1 has an excellent keyboard, compared to what you get (or don't get) with an iPhone. Why give up screen real estate for a lesser on-screen keyboard?
C.> Go pay your phone bill. Enjoy the cost of that data plan!
D.> Let's hope it's free like all the other apps I have loaded on my G1.
The iPhone works for a lot of people, including some of my friends. The G1 works better for me, and I have no problems with T-Mobile's network. As far as 3G goes, I have it disabled on my phone to save battery life. I have no issues using 2G speeds for my needs.
If you want REAL speed from a cell network, then neither AT&T or T-Mobile can offer what Sprint or Verizon can with their EVDO networks. It's not even a comparison, provided you have the coverage.
The cash back stuff is tied affiliate marketing/advertising, which is what MS is trying to tie in to their search results. I see mention of http://farecast.com/ in other comments, but I believe most of their "tech" for the cash back program was pulled out of http://jellyfish.com/ . MS purchased jellyfish.com a while back, sucked all the goodness out of them, and tossed the carcass aside recently during layoffs.
There are still plenty of really good sites for finding deals, and http://fatwallet.com/ offers a competitive cash back program as well. Why wade through all the meaningless search results when trying to shop online, when you could go some place that ONLY has good deals? This is why MS's search will fail as a revenue generating product.
Good list, and I highly recommend Zimbra. I've had the distinct pleasure of implementing Zimbra for an ISP that had a few decent sized corporate customers. Once a few of them saw what we were providing for all of our subscribers, they asked about setting up corporate accounts with us (switching their corporate domain MX records to point at our servers, etc), and dumped their Exchange systems.
Eh? I just jumped ship from Verizon to T-Mobile for the express purpose of getting better reception at home (yes, I understand, YMMV depending on location), but I also really wanted the G1.
I get MUCH more from my two phones from T-Mobile (family plan) than I could if I had stayed with Verizon and purchased new phones, and I pay the same as my old Verizon rates.
My wife has a WiFi/VoIP capable phone, and it works very well for us. I was impressed at how hands-off the process was, and how nice the calls sounded (compared to a lot of VoIP I've been exposed to).
T-Mobile doesn't have the greatest coverage, and I have noticed a couple places where I would have signal with Verizon, but do not with T-Mobile. I'll just have to keep that in mind when I travel, but it hasn't been a big deal so far.
I'll say this, after being a Verizon customer for 12 years, I'm tired of having to choose from a stagnant lineup of phones. I truly enjoy using the G1, and it has enough capability that I no longer have to travel with a laptop.
So, bash T-Mobile for not allowing you to tether, or whatever niche issues that affect you personally, but I am thankful they were willing to stick their necks out and go with Android. If they can succeed using this OS and expand their line of hardware, I say go for it.
You should run for judge if you truly feel that way. It's not your decision as a juror to decide what laws apply to the case, or what evidence should be presented. You take what you are given, and make a decision.
The prosecution and defense are the ones who need to present the facts and make the arguments. The prosecution needs to make clear the charges, and the judge decides what law applies. That's how it works, and your personal belief of how it should work is irrelevent.
If you want to change the system, be my guest. Do it through the proper channels (get elected and change the law). Just don't try to subvert things in the deliberation room, and hang a decent jury.
The last time I was part of a jury, we were required to give up cell phones and PDAs while we were in trial and deliberating. We got our phones back when we went on lunch break and after we were dismissed for the day
Honestly, it made sense. Nothing outside the courtroom should influence your decision in court.
Jurors can ask questions when they are deliberating. The questions are written down, and given to the judge. The judge then gives you an official answer.
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This guy is right on the money.
Consider this as well: If you are with an organization that is scaling into the cloud, and needs to fire up a couple hundred server instances a few times a year to handle the load, would you rather fire up an open source operating system and related free applications (LAMP, or whatever), or would you rather fire up a couple hundred server instances that required licensing for the OS and software? Would you like to manage the additional overhead of the proprietary systems/software? Would you be willing to pay more to have your cloud service manage it for you?
FOSS is more relevant in the cloud than most folks realize, even on a proprietary/closed cloud infrastructure.
It's more than that, though. Cloud computing is going for "Infrastructure as a Service" (IaaS, one of the new buzz acronyms), seeking to replace most of what you currently use in a data center (hardware, racks, power, network capacity). There's big money to be had in this, but it's a niche market.
Funny, I know plenty of folks with firearms in their cars and trucks as well.
The whole point of "Sharing the road" is lost on motorist and cyclist alike, it seems. I bike from time to time, and drive a car most of the time. I get the fuck out of the way when I'm on a bike, and I give plenty of space and pass when safe when I am in my car.
This isn't difficult, folks, have some courtesy both ways.
Cyclists tend to have some kind of complex more often than not, though. I'd have more respect for the group as a whole if I actually witnessed more of them following the rules of the road, and respecting the masses of metal that can kill them in an instant.
Yeah, this isn't insightful in the least. You don't HAVE to take an interstate anywhere, there are always side roads or frontage roads for vehicles prohibited from traveling on interstate highways.
You can bike, walk, run across the US without touching an interstate.
I have one, and the only thing it really lacks is resolution on the LCD. It's snappy in WinCE, and can boot and run NetBSD and Linux (although NetBSD supports more of the hardware and runs faster).
I need to get some more RAM and storage for the device, as well as a WiFi card, and I'll be set.
Someone needs to remind nVidia of the IBM Workpad z50
http://www.hpcfactor.com/reviews/hardware/ibm/workpad-z50/
Yeah, replying to an AC, but I have a G1, so here goes:
A.> Yeah, it can. Like run multiple applications at the same time that sustain network connections when you background each application. Try running several SSH connections at the same time off of the iPhone, and switching to the browser and back.
Poorly coded base OS? You mean the one that came with cut and paste support the minute it hit the stores? The one that supports Flash? A micro-SD card slot? The one you don't have to use iTunes with to transfer content because it will show up as a USB drive on almost any modern computer?
B.> That's your opinion. Personally, I'd rather have form over function if it means getting the job done. The G1 has an excellent keyboard, compared to what you get (or don't get) with an iPhone. Why give up screen real estate for a lesser on-screen keyboard?
C.> Go pay your phone bill. Enjoy the cost of that data plan!
D.> Let's hope it's free like all the other apps I have loaded on my G1.
The iPhone works for a lot of people, including some of my friends. The G1 works better for me, and I have no problems with T-Mobile's network. As far as 3G goes, I have it disabled on my phone to save battery life. I have no issues using 2G speeds for my needs.
If you want REAL speed from a cell network, then neither AT&T or T-Mobile can offer what Sprint or Verizon can with their EVDO networks. It's not even a comparison, provided you have the coverage.
The cash back stuff is tied affiliate marketing/advertising, which is what MS is trying to tie in to their search results. I see mention of http://farecast.com/ in other comments, but I believe most of their "tech" for the cash back program was pulled out of http://jellyfish.com/ . MS purchased jellyfish.com a while back, sucked all the goodness out of them, and tossed the carcass aside recently during layoffs.
There are still plenty of really good sites for finding deals, and http://fatwallet.com/ offers a competitive cash back program as well. Why wade through all the meaningless search results when trying to shop online, when you could go some place that ONLY has good deals? This is why MS's search will fail as a revenue generating product.
Grill video here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBLr_XrooLs
Good list, and I highly recommend Zimbra. I've had the distinct pleasure of implementing Zimbra for an ISP that had a few decent sized corporate customers. Once a few of them saw what we were providing for all of our subscribers, they asked about setting up corporate accounts with us (switching their corporate domain MX records to point at our servers, etc), and dumped their Exchange systems.
CDMA is far superior to GSM, but much like Beta vs VHS, the better technology doesn't always win.
Even if you were required to supply external power to use the projector feature, this would still rock.
Eh? I just jumped ship from Verizon to T-Mobile for the express purpose of getting better reception at home (yes, I understand, YMMV depending on location), but I also really wanted the G1.
I get MUCH more from my two phones from T-Mobile (family plan) than I could if I had stayed with Verizon and purchased new phones, and I pay the same as my old Verizon rates.
My wife has a WiFi/VoIP capable phone, and it works very well for us. I was impressed at how hands-off the process was, and how nice the calls sounded (compared to a lot of VoIP I've been exposed to).
T-Mobile doesn't have the greatest coverage, and I have noticed a couple places where I would have signal with Verizon, but do not with T-Mobile. I'll just have to keep that in mind when I travel, but it hasn't been a big deal so far.
I'll say this, after being a Verizon customer for 12 years, I'm tired of having to choose from a stagnant lineup of phones. I truly enjoy using the G1, and it has enough capability that I no longer have to travel with a laptop.
So, bash T-Mobile for not allowing you to tether, or whatever niche issues that affect you personally, but I am thankful they were willing to stick their necks out and go with Android. If they can succeed using this OS and expand their line of hardware, I say go for it.
Off-line backups are great.
When are we going to have hard drive robots?
Leave it to Slashdot to successfully divide by zero... by accident, of course.
Maybe allowing the easy questions means more appeals? I honestly don't know. I'm just tossing that one out there.
You can always appeal if you feel you were on the wrong end of a decision.
Have you ever been part of a jury in a criminal trial? I'm curious.
I don't believe allowing the jury to ask questions would make anything easier for either side in a trial.
As a juror, you are supposed to be as unbiased as possible.
It's the duty of the prosecution and defense to provide all the facts and provide all the questions.
You should run for judge if you truly feel that way. It's not your decision as a juror to decide what laws apply to the case, or what evidence should be presented. You take what you are given, and make a decision.
The prosecution and defense are the ones who need to present the facts and make the arguments. The prosecution needs to make clear the charges, and the judge decides what law applies. That's how it works, and your personal belief of how it should work is irrelevent.
If you want to change the system, be my guest. Do it through the proper channels (get elected and change the law). Just don't try to subvert things in the deliberation room, and hang a decent jury.
From my experience as a juror, the law as it pertains to the case is explained in detail by the judge.
You are free to ask the judge questions if there is any issue that is not clear to you as a juror.
That's the job of the prosecutor and defendant. They gather the info to make the case.
The last time I was part of a jury, we were required to give up cell phones and PDAs while we were in trial and deliberating. We got our phones back when we went on lunch break and after we were dismissed for the day
Honestly, it made sense. Nothing outside the courtroom should influence your decision in court.
The problem is you, the typical juror, are not a lawyer.
It's one thing to have access to information, and another to be able to apply that information correctly.
Jurors can ask questions when they are deliberating. The questions are written down, and given to the judge. The judge then gives you an official answer.