I agree. Flash is a great program...when used for the purpose it was originally designed. I've seen some great animations and cool interactive menus out there, all created with Flash. It's sad to see a tool that was once a cool way to do a couple of things become the whipping boy of money whores.
Lighten up a little. Situations we are faced with every day are, for the most part: total crap, a waste of time, not worth stessing over, useless, and total crap.
Since our lives are filled with so much uselessness, realize that most of what goes on truly does not matter and laugh at things. You'll see your life getting better almost immediately.
You, ma'am, are a truly sad individual if you cannot appreciate some simple humor. Did you actually read the article? It is quite obviously rediculous, but entertaining anyway.
Let go of your stress, ma'am, as it clearly holds you prisoner.
So, when do we get to see a bunch of naked penguins parading around?
I, for one, wouldn't mind seeing a couple of penguins boink, video it, and then _accidentally_ leak it to the internet for publicity. Overall, I think this is a good move. Well, as long as Ms. Hilton's password habits aren't followed.
Where I work, we have no deadlines. It's great. I'm done with a project when I'm done with a project. Anytime the boss comes around to check up, just reply, "It's going great," or "I'm making excellent progress." The guy in the cube across from mine was able to work on a for loop for about a month using this technique. That's right, a for loop. The chance for doing little to nothing is great, which leads to a stress-free work environment.
Now, I didn't read the article, but it seems to me that using a lesser of two evils argument isn't always the answer. Sometimes the right answer is just "no".
The key is to drop the two-party system all together. Instead of having a representative repulic, as we were designed, we have two warring factions constantly trying to vie for power. How stupid is that? It's like two third grade bullies arguing over who gets to pick on the new buck-toothed, four-eyed geek at school.
That little quote just proves that Hillary is a total retard. What a bunch of "look at me, I'm taking a stand" political mumbo jumbo. Since when is GTA about being mean to women, as she suggested? Unless I am mistaken, don't players of that _video game_ "kill" more male 3D models than female 3D models? I swear, every time Sen. Hillary opens her mouth to speak, she's asking us to eat a big crap sandwich and believe it's a yummy London Broil steak.
No, you can pretty much sue anybody for anything, just as long as you can afford it. If you are a mean idiot with money and an intelligent lawyer, the most rediculous things can be spun into a seemingly logical argument. Well, logical enough to make it through the first few steps of our legal system.
While this is slightly off-topic yet in response to your comment, killing the democrats and republicans would help out everyone. They are a scourge on our nation.
Calm down now. Why have you been so inflamed? Too much caffine? An overall stressful day? The point was merely a logical comparison of rationale. I didn't read the parent post as anything informative on the actual bill or if it will pass or not, but just a simple comparison. Just relax. It's going to be ok.
Yeah, because keeping them in a bubble and shielding them from reality will be beneficial to them? Sure... If children are never exposed to anything, they will not have the experience to react properly when they are faced with these things in real life. Video games are no different than other forms of media. Movies, TV, books, magazines, video games; it's all the same. It is up to the parents to decide what is and what is not appropriate for their child, and it is also up to them to hold intellectual discourse with the child so that child can learn about murder, honor, politics, hand-eye coordination, or whatever. Many movies rated R, or games rated M are perfectly acceptable to children 12 years old, 10 years old, whatever. All kids need is a little guidance and instruction. Bubbles are bad. Have faith in yourself and your children.
I agree completely. Some people are just looking for a patsy. Let's blame absolutely everything and everyone EXCEPT for the responsible party. If one were to look through the entire written history of man, I think there would be an interesting correlation between parenting and crime. Crime is not new, murder is not new, but video games are. So, obviously, video games are the cause of all violent acts.
That's what went through my head when I read the headline. If something like this just refuses to die, something else is behind it. You can really tell because this is happening so fast. If there was an issue that was not influenced by big money, and it was subject to debate between sides, we wouldn't hear it go back and forth so often. With this, the tide goes back and forth every other day. Politics don't move that fast unless there's a lot of money or power involved.
Are you so sure that what you say is accurate? I'm not sure that "reasonable safeguards", as you put it, are the law of the land. Granted, I am not a lawyer, but I was under the impression that the law of the land was that something was legal if it provided a legal use. Have you ever seen a photocopier in a library? I've never seen a library without one. It seems to me that your logic is backwards. If that is indeed the law, and thusly I am wrong, that's fine; but I'd like to see it.
Um, yeah. That was my point. Perhaps you need some tongue-in-cheek lessons or something? Perhaps you could add a wee bit o' sarcasm to your diet and that would help to relieve your obvious constipation.
I don't see why the Music Industry is complaining. Think of this from a business perspective. Low prices means more people will buy it (as a generalization). How can the prices be "too low" if iTunes has been extrememly successful? Exactly how much sense does that make? If the prices had been much higher, I don't think the iTunes Music Store would have seen the success it enjoys today. Look at Wal-Mart, for example. Their goal is to offer products at as low of a price as possible, and they do a decent job at that (just admit it, even if you hate Wal-Mart). Think about it. What businessman in their right mind would make this statement: "Our sales are through the roof! This must mean our prices are too low and we should raise them." WTF? Discalimer: DRTFA
Yes, I'm sure something along those lines will happen. But one must look at it this way: it does have academic purpose. Academic stuff involves teaching and learning, and I see plenty of that going on here. Even though I am not a lawyer, I see a striking parallel between this "academic purpose" and the Sony Betamax case. Since there is a legitimate use, it's legal. In this case, that use would be a learning tool.
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I agree. Flash is a great program...when used for the purpose it was originally designed. I've seen some great animations and cool interactive menus out there, all created with Flash. It's sad to see a tool that was once a cool way to do a couple of things become the whipping boy of money whores.
Isn't that a pretty picture?
Lighten up a little. Situations we are faced with every day are, for the most part: total crap, a waste of time, not worth stessing over, useless, and total crap.
Since our lives are filled with so much uselessness, realize that most of what goes on truly does not matter and laugh at things. You'll see your life getting better almost immediately.
You, ma'am, are a truly sad individual if you cannot appreciate some simple humor. Did you actually read the article? It is quite obviously rediculous, but entertaining anyway.
Let go of your stress, ma'am, as it clearly holds you prisoner.
So, when do we get to see a bunch of naked penguins parading around?
I, for one, wouldn't mind seeing a couple of penguins boink, video it, and then _accidentally_ leak it to the internet for publicity. Overall, I think this is a good move. Well, as long as Ms. Hilton's password habits aren't followed.
Let the penguin copulation commence!
Where I work, we have no deadlines. It's great. I'm done with a project when I'm done with a project. Anytime the boss comes around to check up, just reply, "It's going great," or "I'm making excellent progress." The guy in the cube across from mine was able to work on a for loop for about a month using this technique. That's right, a for loop. The chance for doing little to nothing is great, which leads to a stress-free work environment.
Now, I didn't read the article, but it seems to me that using a lesser of two evils argument isn't always the answer. Sometimes the right answer is just "no".
The key is to drop the two-party system all together. Instead of having a representative repulic, as we were designed, we have two warring factions constantly trying to vie for power. How stupid is that? It's like two third grade bullies arguing over who gets to pick on the new buck-toothed, four-eyed geek at school.
That little quote just proves that Hillary is a total retard. What a bunch of "look at me, I'm taking a stand" political mumbo jumbo. Since when is GTA about being mean to women, as she suggested? Unless I am mistaken, don't players of that _video game_ "kill" more male 3D models than female 3D models? I swear, every time Sen. Hillary opens her mouth to speak, she's asking us to eat a big crap sandwich and believe it's a yummy London Broil steak.
Good points. However, I don't do any type of water softening. Now, if you mean stool softening...
Flash cards? I thought this thread was to discuss my tralala, my ding ding dong.
No, you can pretty much sue anybody for anything, just as long as you can afford it. If you are a mean idiot with money and an intelligent lawyer, the most rediculous things can be spun into a seemingly logical argument. Well, logical enough to make it through the first few steps of our legal system.
"IE vulnerable to new attack" can be shortened to "I EVA", which, as we all know, is slang for "I Am EVIL!"
While this is slightly off-topic yet in response to your comment, killing the democrats and republicans would help out everyone. They are a scourge on our nation.
No.
Calm down now. Why have you been so inflamed? Too much caffine? An overall stressful day? The point was merely a logical comparison of rationale. I didn't read the parent post as anything informative on the actual bill or if it will pass or not, but just a simple comparison. Just relax. It's going to be ok.
Yeah, it is insightful, because it's the same thought process which is completely devoid of logic.
Yeah, because keeping them in a bubble and shielding them from reality will be beneficial to them? Sure... If children are never exposed to anything, they will not have the experience to react properly when they are faced with these things in real life. Video games are no different than other forms of media. Movies, TV, books, magazines, video games; it's all the same. It is up to the parents to decide what is and what is not appropriate for their child, and it is also up to them to hold intellectual discourse with the child so that child can learn about murder, honor, politics, hand-eye coordination, or whatever. Many movies rated R, or games rated M are perfectly acceptable to children 12 years old, 10 years old, whatever. All kids need is a little guidance and instruction. Bubbles are bad. Have faith in yourself and your children.
I agree completely. Some people are just looking for a patsy. Let's blame absolutely everything and everyone EXCEPT for the responsible party. If one were to look through the entire written history of man, I think there would be an interesting correlation between parenting and crime. Crime is not new, murder is not new, but video games are. So, obviously, video games are the cause of all violent acts.
That's what went through my head when I read the headline. If something like this just refuses to die, something else is behind it. You can really tell because this is happening so fast. If there was an issue that was not influenced by big money, and it was subject to debate between sides, we wouldn't hear it go back and forth so often. With this, the tide goes back and forth every other day. Politics don't move that fast unless there's a lot of money or power involved.
In a recent update, Austria was removed from the "Axis of Evil" group and is now commonly known as an "Outpost of Tyranny".
Are you so sure that what you say is accurate? I'm not sure that "reasonable safeguards", as you put it, are the law of the land. Granted, I am not a lawyer, but I was under the impression that the law of the land was that something was legal if it provided a legal use. Have you ever seen a photocopier in a library? I've never seen a library without one. It seems to me that your logic is backwards. If that is indeed the law, and thusly I am wrong, that's fine; but I'd like to see it.
Um, yeah. That was my point. Perhaps you need some tongue-in-cheek lessons or something? Perhaps you could add a wee bit o' sarcasm to your diet and that would help to relieve your obvious constipation.
I don't see why the Music Industry is complaining. Think of this from a business perspective. Low prices means more people will buy it (as a generalization). How can the prices be "too low" if iTunes has been extrememly successful? Exactly how much sense does that make? If the prices had been much higher, I don't think the iTunes Music Store would have seen the success it enjoys today. Look at Wal-Mart, for example. Their goal is to offer products at as low of a price as possible, and they do a decent job at that (just admit it, even if you hate Wal-Mart). Think about it. What businessman in their right mind would make this statement: "Our sales are through the roof! This must mean our prices are too low and we should raise them." WTF? Discalimer: DRTFA
So, exactly how much money does one need in order to be called "Sir"?
Yes, I'm sure something along those lines will happen. But one must look at it this way: it does have academic purpose. Academic stuff involves teaching and learning, and I see plenty of that going on here. Even though I am not a lawyer, I see a striking parallel between this "academic purpose" and the Sony Betamax case. Since there is a legitimate use, it's legal. In this case, that use would be a learning tool.