it's worse w/ NS6 on OSX. IE is no better....it's faster but crashes more often. option+apple+esc was most frequently used w/ IE.
I recently downloaded mozilla and am VERY pleased with it on my ibook. It's not as fast as IE, but fast enough in loading pages. And so far, very stable. I've long gotten rid of NS and use Mozilla extensively now. So no, Mozilla on the mac doesn't suck, at least for me.
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Definitely agree. I used Linux for 4 years (mainly slackware, switched to debian) and it served my purposes well..after much learning and tinkering that is. I'm pretty good w/ it now but then again, I no longer has the time like a student to tinker.
W/ that aspect, OSX is perfect. If I want to get into the deeper part of the system, I'll enable root and mess w/ the console. Otherwise, the GUI is just flawless and I can worry more about getting my work done. Someone mentioned it's not really fair to compare "linux" w/ "OSX" and he's right. I'd compare this to just X+some manager. In my case my favorite was WindowManager - it was fast, had docks, and generally easy and pretty to use. And so is Aqua. Then again, XDarwin allows me to run some X programs (WM too) on top of Aqua. Best of both worlds really.
The only thing I really miss is the virtual desktops. I used to keep 3 or so around because it kept me organized, esp. on a smaller laptop screen. (I've mostly used laptops). But I have to say, OSX is pretty, stable, and configurable. As you said, "It Works." Count me in as one of the "converts"
What a beautiful case! I've seen people paint, modify, etc. their existing cases and I applaud their efforts but this is the one I can really say, "this is very beautiful." Well done Belgian guy! (btw I HATE the beige cases, not only because they are ugly but because the $20 ones really are worth only that, $20. If you can, get the better ones with plenty of room, upgrade slots, and a good power supply. They don't have to be so loud either)
As long as people think of linux as a "hobbists'" OS, Linux game ports will fail. Why do linux users, simply because it mostly runs open source programs, demand proprietory ones to be given away as well?
If I owned a Windows version of CivIII, that does not in any way give me the right to call Sid Meier and demand to have the MacOS version for free because I *own* the game already. No one has a problem with this, why is it that when it comes to Linux, everything must be "free" or nil? This mentality is really disturbing. People must realize that Linux is a powerful OS of its own, capable of being productive, and a LEGITIMATE OS of its own, not something that sits on a partition on the side next to Winodws which you can run back to if you "really" want to have work done. If the only OS you had was Linux, and you wanted to play games, you would pay for games.
I recently bought an ibook. I like the idea that I could rip (from MY cds), put them on my computer, and the best part, put them in a PDA, ipod or even any other mp3 player to play them wherever I want.
Now I see this won't be possible at all with the new cds. In a sense, a lot of people are stuck with DEAD technology as far as ripping portable music is concerned. So what is to become of those countless devices that deal with mp3's? Shouldn't they at least fight for legimacy of the fair use of CDs bought by the consumer? And I'll be damned if I buy those clunky "portable" cd-players just so I could play my music. Wow how stupid.
I live in the LA area, and the BSA was running tons of ads about their "grace" period (which was Nov.15 here I believe) on the radio stations. It sounded almost like a threat. I remember, one of the line was "we get most of our tips from former or current unhappy employees." ala your employees will snitch on you so you'd better make sure you paid up.
These people have problems. It almost feels like a gang of private goons hired by big businesses to screw people.
I remember when the Simpsons first came out and there was a huge controversy on how it was really bad for kids and attacks family values. That controversy alone would've brought viewers to watch it, even if it's just to see what the fuss was about. Not too different from South Park's start.
Except Simpsons is STILL running...which tells a lot about its writers. They're terrific.
I recently re-read FoTR and I have to agree. They seriously make A LOT of mistakes from the moment they step out of the Shire. It's not because they're inherent idiots, but because they simply are not aware of the dangers in the world. (Even they themselves admit this a lot). Every danger they face, someone had to get them out, whether it was Tom, Aragorn, Glorfindel, Gandalf, etc.
The books are compelling precisely because, these people who have never needed to face evil, are forced to, basically save everyone. That's why you feel for them when they get tortured by orcs, stabbed by enemies, and suffer, A LOT (esp. in Two Towers).
FoTR the movie did a good job of portraying the soft side of the hobbits because they certainly change a lot by the time they reach the end of the trilogy.
wait...your neighbor gave you a computer? Ours just wished us merry x-mas and we were fine with that. Sounds like you have some very generous neighbors.
Le Guin herself states in the preface that she likes to think of them was thought experiments. Asking the "what-ifs" and TLHoD is certainly a great thought provoking work.
I first read it when I was in 7th grade and didn't understand it. I forgot to return it to the library (gulp...they don't check paperbacks so they still don't know...yes I feel bad about it)and when I read it again in college, it just blew me away. It's such an amazing work because she doesn't really cram down her personal ideologies as much as she encourages the readers to ask "what if" as well.
Really good book. By the way, my friend who doesn't read SF at all, loves the Handmaid's Tale exactly because of those reasons.
Great idea. I say we all just get rid of the gross, ickier half of the human race (ala male) altogether and let only the females make several clones of themselves. We're more peaceful, luving, and who needs sex with a guy when we can all rule the world.
On a serious note,
For myself, if I cannot have a child for some reason, I would adopt one. There are thousands of orphaned children in the world who suffer and would gladly be cared by a warm loving adopted mother. Cloning is a waste of money and engineering for an egotistical reason like this("yes, this is/was me, at age 5. Isn't she just adorable")
Isn't ANALOG vcr recording of DIGITAL programs sort of like taking a tape recorder and recording the music coming out of your super-surround, 1000+ megawatts CD player SPEAKERS?
VCR recording sucks in terms of quality. If it was digital maybe they would have a case. I record on VCR only because it is not possible to view the program otherwise (time conflict, watching another show, etc). The visual quality, frankly, sucks. The program might show up clearly on your tv but the quality will degrade when moving to the tapes. Everyone who's recorded a tape of a cd music knows this.
Hey MPAA, there is a large difference between digital and analog. Why do you think people buy DVD players in the first place? Get a damn clue already!
Didn't someone against napster say the issue is difference because the quality is still retained in the mp3 format as opposed to the bootleg tapes of before? Do I sense schitzo-paranoid industry in the air?
This "article" upset me particularly because I know of friends and protestors who were bombarded with batons, tear gases, are arrested, etc. for peacefully (meaning walking around with banners, poster boards, etc. ) protesting during events such as the WTO. I don't care if many or few people disagree with my politics (esp. here) But everyone should have the right to protest peacefully. What this article does is trivialize the injustice that often occurs and are not shown in the media (what? the media doesn't tell the whole truth?? unbelievable)
This guy was asking for it. Many protestors simply want the chance to express their views peacefully without the fear of being arrested. Don't dismiss all claims as now "oh they were asking for it etc." because not ALL are and it pisses me off that this pitiful article will give impressions of real protestors with real issues as lamers looking around for trouble.
I read both slashdot and kuro5hin. I never thought of them as enemies or whatever nonsense ppl have posted here. Finding Kuro5hin was an added bonus to my browsing experience (although I had -more- geek news to browse through == more time online)
I found that both sites often offered different news and opinions. Perhaps it was because of the self-posting nature of kuro5hin. whatever the reason, it was nice that there wasn't one but TWO main news sites for me. That's also the point of open source movement isn't it? to have choices and the ability to choose what you want, not only with programs but also web sites as well.
It was really depressing to find a black page notice instead of the regular familiar site. I do hope kuro5hin will be able to get back on its feet again. Cheers
I agree with much of what grrl22 said. Besides, she mentioned that she enjoyed sites that don't cater to one gender or another, not necessarily needing to hide your gender (there is a large difference i believe).
That being said, I suppose I'm taking the easier route by selecting a gender neutral name (I'm a female), although I'm sure many assumed I was a male just by the name. Which is sad but true. I'm definitely a girl IRL, but you get less crap if you're assumed as not online.
I don't visit those sites mentioned in the article either since I don't have that much time and getting my daily dose of slashdot and world news, email are sometimes all I can afford. If I have time, e-shopping for music or books or whatever I need ATM.
It's great that there are more sites catering to the female populations, but just don't lump all girls together as "chickclickers."
As I say again, over and over, stereotypes suck. Generalizations suck. while(stereotypes) {prejudice;} !!
This is an article that will ease the mind of people who are intimidated by the techniness of linux even _before_ trying it. Of course, the author sounded slightly more technologically aware than a regular suit (able to set up home network, tried vmware, started with Apple II and not a M$ junk, knows html, etc. ) and I am sure he had problems setting some sticky stuff up. But, the overall result is, you end up with even better tools at your disposable..docs suck. all hail ASCII.
I didn't even notice that. I was also annoyed that I had to put 0's on the other credit card's slot. It took me awhile to figure it out (yes I must read the fine prints...)
Anyways, I don't have a lot of money to spare but this issue seems just too important to ignore.
Anyways, I don't have a lot of money to spare but this issue seems just too important to ignore. Ironically when I was applying for membership, I figured it was equivalent to two music cd purchases I could've made...(which is why CD companies still make a bundle of money)
That's not bias mispelled by the way although there certainly seems to exist a form of anti-female bias existing in the forum.
Should I be surprised? No. This is probably why the ads will remain in place and continue to exist where they are. The general attitude seems to be, "it's the way it is, and that's way it's going to be"
Whatever.
Take a good look at the magazines. And to those people who say it's because of the target audience, I ask, the last time I checked, EGM stood for electronic gaming monthly (not electronic gaming for men) or gamefan (not gameman) or pcgamer...hmm..are these gender specific?
Justify it all you want. The fact is girls are getting more into computers AND are becoming more technologically savvy. And they like games. Hopefully in the near future we won't be reading such articles because games will be just games, not just a thing for community of typically teenage boys.
And so what if someone likes Myst over Quake. Some people enjoy Deer Hunter. Enough said.
Half of the world's population are women and almost all industries are now trying to be inclusive of them, except maybe the gaming industry. This is just a really dumb move. The gaming industry should seriously wake up.
Each genre has its own unique selling point. I've found if the game is popular, it's only because it is worth the attention. Some games I liked were fairly popular games. Half-life. Starcraft. Myst. Worms. Wipeout. Etc... I'm more biased toward less bloody games, philosophy being, if the game needs so much gore to be interesting, it probably sucks.
Many here seem to think girl gamers are anamolies. Yeah, we just don't like to be amused by what technology can offer as much as the next guy.
It's not only the magazines by the way. I was driving on a rather large freeway the other day and saw a billboard of Lara Croft. And don't think it's just the gaming magazine. Take a look at the the PC magazines ads as well. Personally, I think girl-geek-gamer (whatever stereotypical title someone will come up next) needs to be half blind to attempt reading some of the stuff out there without getting offended.
This is not meant to be disparaging or a flambait but I had to take a moment to comment on this continuation of stressing over relationships.
For the last few weeks or so, slashdot, it seems to me, has been obsessing over how geeks/nerds/the social pariahs, etc, can get into good relationships? But..seriously, what is the median age in this forum? Last I remember from the polls, most people were in their 20's! Maybe I am a hopeless optimist (who is also in that 20's without that special somone) but the only thing people should remember is that you can't just go *searching* for it. Believe it or not, there is a looong life ahead for most of us, and you should start looking at life, enjoying the singleness/freedom as much as you can because there will come a time when it won't be there! Start enjoying life, be happy, and trust me, people will like you more (and maybe you'll get dates once in awhile too).
I have friends who are in deep relationships and some who are married. They are happy in their own ways, but it isn't something to be too envied. This might be sweet lemon, but I can't feel too bitter about my situation.
If it happens, it happens. If it doesn't, it doesn't. Stop stressing out and relax. If you meet someone online, great! If you don't, great! I am too skeptical to rely on just *one* method and online meeting is just one way. It doesn't hurt for you to go out and associate with *real* (versus virtual) people once in awhile.
I think Loki's doing a great job at bringing all these games to game-deprived Linux-ites.
When will other companies see that there're opportunities with potentially tens of thousands of people running linux who is severely deprived of games to amuse their minds (and fingers) once in awhile (i.e. me)
It boggles my mind how some people are naive enough to believe that simply because it is accessible to everyone, they *require* it to be free of any censorship.
Let's face it. Yahoo is a private _company_. They are out to make money off their product. They're not out there to be e-philanthropists. And to have damaging, wrong, or malicious information is definitely not ok to leave it on their boards. It's like "alright, I allowed you to use my paint, but you ended up graffiting the city hall. Sorry, no more for you"
I think people need to realize that as much as internet is for free-speech, etc, much of it is owned by private servers/computers/lines. They have, and should have, right to them.
I can't see yahoo having a good publicity for doing this, but I don't think they did anything particularly wrong.
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ok people...
:)
"the cross-platform standardizations let me easily port my work for colleagues" (HA!)
"Furthermore, the highly-optimized nature of the Windows(TM) Operating System Kernel"
(LOL)
"blazingly fast simulation runs even on the low-end hardware that my University is willing to pay for" (LOL LOL!!!)
C'mon, obvious joke. Lighten up alls.
it's worse w/ NS6 on OSX. IE is no better....it's faster but crashes more often. option+apple+esc was most frequently used w/ IE.
I recently downloaded mozilla and am VERY pleased with it on my ibook. It's not as fast as IE, but fast enough in loading pages. And so far, very stable. I've long gotten rid of NS and use Mozilla extensively now. So no, Mozilla on the mac doesn't suck, at least for me.
Definitely agree. I used Linux for 4 years (mainly slackware, switched to debian) and it served my purposes well..after much learning and tinkering that is. I'm pretty good w/ it now but then again, I no longer has the time like a student to tinker.
W/ that aspect, OSX is perfect. If I want to get into the deeper part of the system, I'll enable root and mess w/ the console. Otherwise, the GUI is just flawless and I can worry more about getting my work done. Someone mentioned it's not really fair to compare "linux" w/ "OSX" and he's right. I'd compare this to just X+some manager. In my case my favorite was WindowManager - it was fast, had docks, and generally easy and pretty to use. And so is Aqua. Then again, XDarwin allows me to run some X programs (WM too) on top of Aqua. Best of both worlds really.
The only thing I really miss is the virtual desktops. I used to keep 3 or so around because it kept me organized, esp. on a smaller laptop screen. (I've mostly used laptops). But I have to say, OSX is pretty, stable, and configurable. As you said, "It Works." Count me in as one of the "converts"
What a beautiful case! I've seen people paint, modify, etc. their existing cases and I applaud their efforts but this is the one I can really say, "this is very beautiful." Well done Belgian guy!
(btw I HATE the beige cases, not only because they are ugly but because the $20 ones really are worth only that, $20. If you can, get the better ones with plenty of room, upgrade slots, and a good power supply. They don't have to be so loud either)
Damn RIGHT! My sentiments exactly!
As long as people think of linux as a "hobbists'" OS, Linux game ports will fail. Why do linux users, simply because it mostly runs open source programs, demand proprietory ones to be given away as well?
If I owned a Windows version of CivIII, that does not in any way give me the right to call Sid Meier and demand to have the MacOS version for free because I *own* the game already. No one has a problem with this, why is it that when it comes to Linux, everything must be "free" or nil? This mentality is really disturbing. People must realize that Linux is a powerful OS of its own, capable of being productive, and a LEGITIMATE OS of its own, not something that sits on a partition on the side next to Winodws which you can run back to if you "really" want to have work done. If the only OS you had was Linux, and you wanted to play games, you would pay for games.
I recently bought an ibook. I like the idea that I could rip (from MY cds), put them on my computer, and the best part, put them in a PDA, ipod or even any other mp3 player to play them wherever I want.
Now I see this won't be possible at all with the new cds. In a sense, a lot of people are stuck with DEAD technology as far as ripping portable music is concerned. So what is to become of those countless devices that deal with mp3's? Shouldn't they at least fight for legimacy of the fair use of CDs bought by the consumer? And I'll be damned if I buy those clunky "portable" cd-players just so I could play my music. Wow how stupid.
This all makes no sense to me.
I live in the LA area, and the BSA was running tons of ads about their "grace" period (which was Nov.15 here I believe) on the radio stations. It sounded almost like a threat. I remember, one of the line was "we get most of our tips from former or current unhappy employees." ala your employees will snitch on you so you'd better make sure you paid up.
These people have problems. It almost feels like a gang of private goons hired by big businesses to screw people.
I remember when the Simpsons first came out and there was a huge controversy on how it was really bad for kids and attacks family values. That controversy alone would've brought viewers to watch it, even if it's just to see what the fuss was about. Not too different from South Park's start.
Except Simpsons is STILL running...which tells a lot about its writers. They're terrific.
I recently re-read FoTR and I have to agree. They seriously make A LOT of mistakes from the moment they step out of the Shire. It's not because they're inherent idiots, but because they simply are not aware of the dangers in the world. (Even they themselves admit this a lot). Every danger they face, someone had to get them out, whether it was Tom, Aragorn, Glorfindel, Gandalf, etc.
The books are compelling precisely because, these people who have never needed to face evil, are forced to, basically save everyone. That's why you feel for them when they get tortured by orcs, stabbed by enemies, and suffer, A LOT (esp. in Two Towers).
FoTR the movie did a good job of portraying the soft side of the hobbits because they certainly change a lot by the time they reach the end of the trilogy.
wait...your neighbor gave you a computer? Ours just wished us merry x-mas and we were fine with that. Sounds like you have some very generous neighbors.
Le Guin herself states in the preface that she likes to think of them was thought experiments. Asking the "what-ifs" and TLHoD is certainly a great thought provoking work.
I first read it when I was in 7th grade and didn't understand it. I forgot to return it to the library (gulp...they don't check paperbacks so they still don't know...yes I feel bad about it)and when I read it again in college, it just blew me away. It's such an amazing work because she doesn't really cram down her personal ideologies as much as she encourages the readers to ask "what if" as well.
Really good book. By the way, my friend who doesn't read SF at all, loves the Handmaid's Tale exactly because of those reasons.
Great idea. I say we all just get rid of the gross, ickier half of the human race (ala male) altogether and let only the females make several clones of themselves. We're more peaceful, luving, and who needs sex with a guy when we can all rule the world.
On a serious note,
For myself, if I cannot have a child for some reason, I would adopt one. There are thousands of orphaned children in the world who suffer and would gladly be cared by a warm loving adopted mother. Cloning is a waste of money and engineering for an egotistical reason like this("yes, this is/was me, at age 5. Isn't she just adorable")
enol
Isn't ANALOG vcr recording of DIGITAL programs sort of like taking a tape recorder and recording the music coming out of your super-surround, 1000+ megawatts CD player SPEAKERS?
VCR recording sucks in terms of quality. If it was digital maybe they would have a case. I record on VCR only because it is not possible to view the program otherwise (time conflict, watching another show, etc). The visual quality, frankly, sucks. The program might show up clearly on your tv but the quality will degrade when moving to the tapes. Everyone who's recorded a tape of a cd music knows this.
Hey MPAA, there is a large difference between digital and analog. Why do you think people buy DVD players in the first place? Get a damn clue already!
Didn't someone against napster say the issue is difference because the quality is still retained in the mp3 format as opposed to the bootleg tapes of before? Do I sense schitzo-paranoid industry in the air?
enol
This "article" upset me particularly because I know of friends and protestors who were bombarded with batons, tear gases, are arrested, etc. for peacefully (meaning walking around with banners, poster boards, etc. ) protesting during events such as the WTO. I don't care if many or few people disagree with my politics (esp. here) But everyone should have the right to protest peacefully. What this article does is trivialize the injustice that often occurs and are not shown in the media (what? the media doesn't tell the whole truth?? unbelievable)
This guy was asking for it. Many protestors simply want the chance to express their views peacefully without the fear of being arrested. Don't dismiss all claims as now "oh they were asking for it etc." because not ALL are and it pisses me off that this pitiful article will give impressions of real protestors with real issues as lamers looking around for trouble.
-enol-
I read both slashdot and kuro5hin. I never thought of them as enemies or whatever nonsense ppl have posted here. Finding Kuro5hin was an added bonus to my browsing experience (although I had -more- geek news to browse through == more time online)
I found that both sites often offered different news and opinions. Perhaps it was because of the self-posting nature of kuro5hin. whatever the reason, it was nice that there wasn't one but TWO main news sites for me. That's also the point of open source movement isn't it? to have choices and the ability to choose what you want, not only with programs but also web sites as well.
It was really depressing to find a black page notice instead of the regular familiar site. I do hope kuro5hin will be able to get back on its feet again. Cheers
enol/keto
I agree with much of what grrl22 said. Besides, she mentioned that she enjoyed sites that don't cater to one gender or another, not necessarily needing to hide your gender (there is a large difference i believe).
That being said, I suppose I'm taking the easier route by selecting a gender neutral name (I'm a female), although I'm sure many assumed I was a male just by the name. Which is sad but true. I'm definitely a girl IRL, but you get less crap if you're assumed as not online.
I don't visit those sites mentioned in the article either since I don't have that much time and getting my daily dose of slashdot and world news, email are sometimes all I can afford. If I have time, e-shopping for music or books or whatever I need ATM.
It's great that there are more sites catering to the female populations, but just don't lump all girls together as "chickclickers."
As I say again, over and over, stereotypes suck. Generalizations suck. while(stereotypes) {prejudice;} !!
enol
This is an article that will ease the mind of people who are intimidated by the techniness of linux even _before_ trying it. Of course, the author sounded slightly more technologically aware than a regular suit (able to set up home network, tried vmware, started with Apple II and not a M$ junk, knows html, etc. ) and I am sure he had problems setting some sticky stuff up. But, the overall result is, you end up with even better tools at your disposable. .docs suck. all hail ASCII.
Hehe year 100. Hmmm...
I didn't even notice that. I was also annoyed that I had to put 0's on the other credit card's slot. It took me awhile to figure it out (yes I must read the fine prints...)
Anyways, I don't have a lot of money to spare but this issue seems just too important to ignore.
This article really pissed me off.
-enol
Hehe year 100. Hmmm...
I didn't even notice that.
Anyways, I don't have a lot of money to spare but this issue seems just too important to ignore. Ironically when I was applying for membership, I figured it was equivalent to two music cd purchases I could've made...(which is why CD companies still make a bundle of money)
This article really pissed me off.
-enol
That's not bias mispelled by the way although there certainly seems to exist a form of anti-female bias existing in the forum.
Should I be surprised? No. This is probably why the ads will remain in place and continue to exist where they are. The general attitude seems to be, "it's the way it is, and that's way it's going to be"
Whatever.
Take a good look at the magazines. And to those people who say it's because of the target audience, I ask, the last time I checked, EGM stood for electronic gaming monthly (not electronic gaming for men) or gamefan (not gameman) or pcgamer...hmm..are these gender specific?
Justify it all you want. The fact is girls are getting more into computers AND are becoming more technologically savvy. And they like games. Hopefully in the near future we won't be reading such articles because games will be just games, not just a thing for community of typically teenage boys.
And so what if someone likes Myst over Quake. Some people enjoy Deer Hunter. Enough said.
Half of the world's population are women and almost all industries are now trying to be inclusive of them, except maybe the gaming industry. This is just a really dumb move. The gaming industry should seriously wake up.
Each genre has its own unique selling point.
I've found if the game is popular, it's only because it is worth the attention. Some games I liked were fairly popular games.
Half-life. Starcraft. Myst. Worms. Wipeout. Etc...
I'm more biased toward less bloody games, philosophy being, if the game needs so much gore to be interesting, it probably sucks.
Many here seem to think girl gamers are anamolies. Yeah, we just don't like to be amused by what technology can offer as much as the next guy.
It's not only the magazines by the way. I was driving on a rather large freeway the other day and saw a billboard of Lara Croft. And don't think it's just the gaming magazine. Take a look at the the PC magazines ads as well. Personally, I think girl-geek-gamer (whatever stereotypical title someone will come up next) needs to be half blind to attempt reading some of the stuff out there without getting offended.
enol misses C8H10N4O2 very much.
This is not meant to be disparaging or a flambait but I had to take a moment to comment on this continuation of stressing over relationships.
For the last few weeks or so, slashdot, it seems to me, has been obsessing over how geeks/nerds/the social pariahs, etc, can get into good relationships? But..seriously, what is the median age in this forum? Last I remember from the polls, most people were in their 20's! Maybe I am a hopeless optimist (who is also in that 20's without that special somone) but the only thing people should remember is that you can't just go *searching* for it. Believe it or not, there is a looong life ahead for most of us, and you should start looking at life, enjoying the singleness/freedom as much as you can because there will come a time when it won't be there! Start enjoying life, be happy, and trust me, people will like you more (and maybe you'll get dates once in awhile too).
I have friends who are in deep relationships and some who are married. They are happy in their own ways, but it isn't something to be too envied. This might be sweet lemon, but I can't feel too bitter about my situation.
If it happens, it happens. If it doesn't, it doesn't. Stop stressing out and relax. If you meet someone online, great! If you don't, great! I am too skeptical to rely on just *one* method and online meeting is just one way. It doesn't hurt for you to go out and associate with *real* (versus virtual) people once in awhile.
Ok, enough gibberish.
Now we return to the regularly scheduled program.
I think Loki's doing a great job at bringing all these games to game-deprived Linux-ites.
When will other companies see that there're opportunities with potentially tens of thousands of people running linux who is severely deprived of games to amuse their minds (and fingers) once in awhile (i.e. me)
Way to go Loki, keep up the good work!
It boggles my mind how some people are naive enough to believe that simply because it is accessible to everyone, they *require* it to be free of any censorship.
Let's face it. Yahoo is a private _company_. They are out to make money off their product. They're not out there to be e-philanthropists. And to have damaging, wrong, or malicious information is definitely not ok to leave it on their boards. It's like "alright, I allowed you to use my paint, but you ended up graffiting the city hall. Sorry, no more for you"
I think people need to realize that as much as internet is for free-speech, etc, much of it is owned by private servers/computers/lines. They have, and should have, right to them.
I can't see yahoo having a good publicity for doing this, but I don't think they did anything particularly wrong.