Yeah, whether Microsoft actually decides to TURN OVER the source in it's ENTIRETY is doubtful. And if it were done, Whoever buys the source will probably be swallowed by Microsoft anyway.
Put a few of these in colleges, I'm sure it would take off. Grab a handful of change, and get Pizza, soda, and chips all in one shot. That'll make late night computer sessions that much easier.
Doesn't anyone ELSE use smoke signals and telegraphs to access the internet?
Seriously, there would be more than one section of bandwidth scales. One for consumers, and one for companies. Joe Netsurfer isn't gonna have a T3 hookup in his house (Though there ARE exceptions), and I certainly don't know of any personal user that has one of Lucent's Trans-Oceanic 10GB/Sec Lines piped into his Home LAN. Damn, That's not a bad Idea.
Hey, this sounds like a Great idea! I'm gonna have to take a look at the website and read up on this, but it gives the impression of being a Quickres-type program.
Shall I be the first to say it's about time? Although I think 3DFX is doing this just to jump on the Linux bandwagon, and not necessarily for the consumer. They want to cash in on the growing Linux success. Still, it took them long enough.
What exactly is the 'Microsoft Standard'? Doesn't this person know that Linux has surpassed Windows in almost every catagory? And I personally don't see anything wrong with the Average User giving Linux a whirl. I think it would be good for them.
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(P.S.: Pain in using a computer? If you can't take the heat....)
I never said that Game Consoles didn't serve their purpose. They do, and do it very well. My point was, when you buy a game console, that's what you're buying. Games. And if you're into games, by all means, Spend your money on a Console!:)
(P.S.: The intro to Resident Evil 2 was INCREDIBLE!)
Let's see....If you turn off the Serial Number in your new PIII, You can't view PIII content, which means you basically bought the equivilant of a slightly faster PII. BUT, if you turn ON the Serial Number, you hand your privacy over to Intel in a Gift-Wrapped box.
I think I can live without Intel's marketing crap.
As for the Playstation II, I don't find it very interesting. A computer can do far more than a Game Console anyway. I must admit, Linux running on a Playstation WOULD be very interesting, but it's not enough to get me to run out and buy one. I'll take a well-equipped PC over a Game System any day.
Slackware is the best, in my opinion. I run 3.6 on a Pentium 100 at home on a 2.2.2 kernel, and I've never had a problem. I've tried Debian 2.0.2, but just getting past the Install was a chore in itself. I promptly switched back to Slackware.
I've said it before. Intel used to be a chip manufacturer. Now they're more a marketing company. "Hey, we have the PII 450 out, Let's introduce the PIII way before it's ready!"
Bend over, Point to your anus, and tell Intel: "This way in."
Maybe 'Not well known' was the wrong choice of words. The point I was trying to make was that the VooDoo2 hasn't saturated the market. The same thing happened with Intel. They introduced the Pentium Line, and that exploded. Next came the Pentium II, and almost on the PII's back follows the PIII. Intel should have held off a while till releasing the PIII, becuase the PII isn't that widespread yet. That was my point with the VooDoo2.
You know, I used to like this country. Don't get me wrong, I'm patriotic, I respect the foundations that America has been built on. However, I no longer respect the people put in charge to enforce those foundations. The society we live in is now revolving around the dollar. It's now gotten to the point where even the Government doesn't care about the people, but are only interested in getting a hefty paycheck.
The way I see it, is that the FCC has a theroritical monopoly over communication in the United States. Granted, this is a Federal bureau, however If the FCC was a business (which it looks to me like that's what it has turned into) this would constitute a monopoly. They are THE Federal Communications Commission. There is no alternative to them. You are Forced to abide by what they say and that's it. (This also brings up the point of multiple governments, but that's stupid, so let's not get into that. This is an EXAMPLE.)
Just my opinion here. I think it's bullshit what the FCC is trying to pull. Time to get your word processor out and start writing bitch letters. I Intend to do so. Peace.
This poor guy can't afford an attorney (Such is the case with many situations like this) Would some kind hearted lawyer donate his time to this cause? It would be most appriciated. I don't know the guy, but I DESPISE corperate bullying like this.
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-- Give him Head? Be a Beacon?
(I can see it now. Jello® Gelatin, Now in fun iMac Colors!)
God, Apple already has the FLAVORS down, it's only a matter of time before they come up with the food equivilant. RUN WHILE YOU CAN!
-- Give him Head? Be a Beacon?
-- Give him Head? Be a Beacon?
This is Truly pathetic. Did you ever hear of anyone modelling a (Insert serious computer) out of jello?
-- Give him Head? Be a Beacon?
Seriously, there would be more than one section of bandwidth scales. One for consumers, and one for companies. Joe Netsurfer isn't gonna have a T3 hookup in his house (Though there ARE exceptions), and I certainly don't know of any personal user that has one of Lucent's Trans-Oceanic 10GB/Sec Lines piped into his Home LAN. Damn, That's not a bad Idea.
-- Give him Head? Be a Beacon?
Give a group of people the same problem, and you're guaranteed to get similar solutions.
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Actually, You're wrong. I met the editor of EdTV and the script for it was written well before the Truman Show was released.
FLEXI-KEYBOARD 2 1-5 UNITS $110.00 PER UNIT FLEXI-KEYBOARD 1 1-5 UNITS $254.00 PER UNIT 'nuff said.
What a subtle plug for your website. :P
So NOW, your Pet goldfish can surf the net, and Breathe at the SAME TIME!!! (See Figure 1)
If you have to ask...........
Heh.....Did a little reading, and I'm not too impressed. Guess I'll have to give it a try.
Hey, this sounds like a Great idea! I'm gonna have to take a look at the website and read up on this, but it gives the impression of being a Quickres-type program.
Short, Sweet, and to the point. I LIKE IT!
Shall I be the first to say it's about time? Although I think 3DFX is doing this just to jump on the Linux bandwagon, and not necessarily for the consumer. They want to cash in on the growing Linux success. Still, it took them long enough.
Accipiter
http://www.zdnet.com/talkback/22 _28402_123746.html
What exactly is the 'Microsoft Standard'? Doesn't this person know that Linux has surpassed Windows in almost every catagory? And I personally don't see anything wrong with the Average User giving Linux a whirl. I think it would be good for them.
Accipiter
(P.S.: Pain in using a computer? If you can't take the heat....)
I never said that Game Consoles didn't serve their purpose. They do, and do it very well. My point was, when you buy a game console, that's what you're buying. Games. And if you're into games, by all means, Spend your money on a Console! :)
(P.S.: The intro to Resident Evil 2 was INCREDIBLE!)
Accipiter
Let's see....If you turn off the Serial Number in your new PIII, You can't view PIII content, which means you basically bought the equivilant of a slightly faster PII. BUT, if you turn ON the Serial Number, you hand your privacy over to Intel in a Gift-Wrapped box.
I think I can live without Intel's marketing crap.
As for the Playstation II, I don't find it very interesting. A computer can do far more than a Game Console anyway. I must admit, Linux running on a Playstation WOULD be very interesting, but it's not enough to get me to run out and buy one. I'll take a well-equipped PC over a Game System any day.
DAMN SKIPPY!
Slackware is the best, in my opinion. I run 3.6 on a Pentium 100 at home on a 2.2.2 kernel, and I've never had a problem. I've tried Debian 2.0.2, but just getting past the Install was a chore in itself. I promptly switched back to Slackware.
Accipiter
I've said it before. Intel used to be a chip manufacturer. Now they're more a marketing company. "Hey, we have the PII 450 out, Let's introduce the PIII way before it's ready!"
Bend over, Point to your anus, and tell Intel: "This way in."
Accipiter
Maybe 'Not well known' was the wrong choice of words. The point I was trying to make was that the VooDoo2 hasn't saturated the market. The same thing happened with Intel. They introduced the Pentium Line, and that exploded. Next came the Pentium II, and almost on the PII's back follows the PIII. Intel should have held off a while till releasing the PIII, becuase the PII isn't that widespread yet. That was my point with the VooDoo2.
You know, I used to like this country. Don't get me wrong, I'm patriotic, I respect the foundations that America has been built on. However, I no longer respect the people put in charge to enforce those foundations. The society we live in is now revolving around the dollar. It's now gotten to the point where even the Government doesn't care about the people, but are only interested in getting a hefty paycheck.
The way I see it, is that the FCC has a theroritical monopoly over communication in the United States. Granted, this is a Federal bureau, however If the FCC was a business (which it looks to me like that's what it has turned into) this would constitute a monopoly. They are THE Federal Communications Commission. There is no alternative to them. You are Forced to abide by what they say and that's it. (This also brings up the point of multiple governments, but that's stupid, so let's not get into that. This is an EXAMPLE.)
Just my opinion here. I think it's bullshit what the FCC is trying to pull. Time to get your word processor out and start writing bitch letters. I Intend to do so. Peace.
Does the FCC have a habit of posting 'Urban Legends' on their webpage?
Pull out your Dictionary and look up 'Oxymoron'
This poor guy can't afford an attorney (Such is the case with many situations like this) Would some kind hearted lawyer donate his time to this cause? It would be most appriciated. I don't know the guy, but I DESPISE corperate bullying like this.