Did you drink beer or something before posting? I have linux servers, desktops, and even a notebook. The servers have been up for 200+ days, the notebook for 4 days (I don't leave it on when I leave it at home). And the desktops for 17 days, 8hrs, and 53 minutes. You can do the same with a Mac. You CANNOT with Windows... Hell, Windows Server 2003 Server will crap out after ~ 25 - 30 days, and need a restart.
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I'd have to agree with you - I work outside of Dauphin, MB (that's 400 KM north of Winnipeg, Manitoba). Most of the busineses here are agriculture-related, or somehow related to government, with a few small chains (hardware, feed supplies, parts, etc) of three-four stores. A lot of these companies have no IT department, and neither do they give a hoot about what "IT" even stands for.
I wouldn't necessarily say this is bad - but I really think this type of application would be excellent for such businesses. Instead of dealing with what (to them) sounds like rediculous nonsense about different 'versions', and 'licensing' they could just pay a flat-rate fee, connect all of their employees, and off they go.
A while back, I converted one business (seed cleaner) to Webmail (Cubemail, to be exact). This business has four employees, two of which have computers, and E-mail. Do you know what kind of time they were having with using Outlook? Every time they went home, and checked their E-mail - it was on that computer. Next day, they carried all the paper back with them! Not to mention, they still couldn't access mail from public terminals, which was even more frustrating. Now that they're using webmail, they love it - and it greatly helped with their productivity.
I know, this isn't really an example of a Office app, but it shows: a) Business people aren't all brainiacks, b) They don't all have IT departments, and c) thin-client / thick-server apps will become more and more common.
If Google decides to open up and the spreadsheet application, so that it can be installed on corporate networks, I can see it taking quite a bit of market share from MS. It would allow for full colaboration, instantly - instead of E-mailing the same file around a hundred times.
I'm starting to see what the issue with why OSS software is. Statements like this: ".' For starters: 'Linux believers will have to reach out beyond self-absorbed geeks who learns Klingon and attends science fiction conventions in his spare time.'"" - We aren't all ultra-geeks. Some of us are business people, occasional computer users, heck, even kids are starting to use it. What Linux does well, is the collaboration from so many people, the relative stability of the codebase, and the overall willingness of the community to help everyone. Seems to go back to the 70's ideal of "We're all in this together" - which people like.
What Linux does wrong, is that most communities scoff at users who ask 'retarded' questions (like, Where's Wordpad?). Linux needs:
Better UI Experience - Something as easy to understand as Windows XP - wizards, playful characters, videos, etc.
Better hardware support - All hardware should work under linux, as it does under windows. I don't want to have to "query my modem, wget a drive, configure it, then make it, turn it into a *.deb, and install it". I just want it to work(tm).
Finally, MUCH better multimedia support. Yes, I know, most of you geeks will say that programs like XMMS, Kaffeine, and AmaroK are *great* players; however, none of them can play *wmv, or heck, even mp3s out of the box! If you can't even do this, then most people will just forget about it, and go back to linux.
Of course, this isn't only a problem on the software side - we need hardware developers working hand-in-hand with Linux, as they do with Windows (and, to some extent, Mac).
What is it with everyone saying that you need top-of-the-line hardware to run Vista?
I have the Beta 2 release, running on this box:
P IV 3.0Ghz (1 MB L2)
512 MB RAM
ATI 9600 AIW Pro
2 x 80 GB Barracuda drives
all plugged into a D865PERL mobo... with a 17" LCD display
of course, your usual CD and DVD drives;)
Vista is running just fine, with all of the 'fancy' effects turned on... does it use a lot of memory? Hell yeah... just sitting there it's using about 400 MBs... Is it slower than XP? Nothing noticable... (fresh XP vs. fresh Vista)
It is more stable than WinXP though...
I'm just wondering why everyone keeps saying hardware requirements are so high...
I don't see the attraction of myspace.
It seems like everybody is using the website now. I can understand that people want to host their own content.
Why then, are movies using myspace? Talladega nights advertises its offical url as http://myspace.com/rickybobby. Why? Why not just have a regular website? Or is there something i'm missing?
You're obviously not in the teen-age "In-Croud". MySpace is cool, because "everyone else has it..." This is also why movies are using it, at least those targeting a younger audience.
IMHO, I'll stick with a personal domain, and a blog, thank you very much.
-Chris
When I first saw this in FireFox... I mis-read it for Country Wide Wireless To Be Deployed...
This is old news... even up here in the Good Ole province of Manitoba, we have total coverage Wireless DSL.
This, however is an initiative between a private company, and the Federal & Provincial Governments
Good news though, in any case:)
-Chris
You're missing the point - yes, the CCRA can get into your taxes - however, they don't know your transactions, they don't know how/what/when you did things with your money. The bank does the accounting, and just forwards interest. (To answer the other question, yeah, we pay taxes on interest). It's very hard for anyone in the government to 'force' you to show your banking records.
And yeah, Canada's taxes are complicated.
You have $~6,000 tax-free, then get GST credits, you have to pay EI, CPP, and Income tax on your paycheck (or, in the case of business-owners, you get a bill at the end of the year).
PS: When's the deadline for corps. to file income tax in the US?
As a Canadian, this is amusing to watch, but also appaling. Here in Canada, it's close to impossible for anyone to get to your bank accounts (the PIPEDA). Much less, compell a company like PayPal to give up your information. What ever happened to privacy, integrity, and trust?
I'd like to know how though; Here at work, we use internal software, which has a browser window built in to access a tasks list. It's IE-based, using the activeX control. How would I get rid of it?;)
I've been hearing about SCO for years... now, when will they finally quit annoying the Linux community? They haven't gotten anywhere so far, so what makes them thing they'll achieve something now?
I agree, but this is part of Microsoft's Business strategy. To one point, it actually helps. I admin quite a few Win2K3 servers, and having all the patches on one day, allows me to go about patching once a month, as opposed to every few days.
Just my $0.02
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Did you drink beer or something before posting? I have linux servers, desktops, and even a notebook. The servers have been up for 200+ days, the notebook for 4 days (I don't leave it on when I leave it at home). And the desktops for 17 days, 8hrs, and 53 minutes. You can do the same with a Mac. You CANNOT with Windows... Hell, Windows Server 2003 Server will crap out after ~ 25 - 30 days, and need a restart.
My $0.02
Christian
Hello
I'd have to agree with you - I work outside of Dauphin, MB (that's 400 KM north of Winnipeg, Manitoba). Most of the busineses here are agriculture-related, or somehow related to government, with a few small chains (hardware, feed supplies, parts, etc) of three-four stores. A lot of these companies have no IT department, and neither do they give a hoot about what "IT" even stands for.
I wouldn't necessarily say this is bad - but I really think this type of application would be excellent for such businesses. Instead of dealing with what (to them) sounds like rediculous nonsense about different 'versions', and 'licensing' they could just pay a flat-rate fee, connect all of their employees, and off they go.
A while back, I converted one business (seed cleaner) to Webmail (Cubemail, to be exact). This business has four employees, two of which have computers, and E-mail. Do you know what kind of time they were having with using Outlook? Every time they went home, and checked their E-mail - it was on that computer. Next day, they carried all the paper back with them! Not to mention, they still couldn't access mail from public terminals, which was even more frustrating. Now that they're using webmail, they love it - and it greatly helped with their productivity.
I know, this isn't really an example of a Office app, but it shows: a) Business people aren't all brainiacks, b) They don't all have IT departments, and c) thin-client / thick-server apps will become more and more common.
If Google decides to open up and the spreadsheet application, so that it can be installed on corporate networks, I can see it taking quite a bit of market share from MS. It would allow for full colaboration, instantly - instead of E-mailing the same file around a hundred times.
Of course, it would need a *few* more features.
You can never be too safe... An iPod is plenty large enough to flush out (get it, flush out!) and put some C4 + detonator + timer into it.
Thanks for the info... I didn't think they have pine-trees in the Redneck states. (sorry, Canadian here, eh :D)
Eureka! You have found the secret!
What Linux does wrong, is that most communities scoff at users who ask 'retarded' questions (like, Where's Wordpad?). Linux needs:
Of course, this isn't only a problem on the software side - we need hardware developers working hand-in-hand with Linux, as they do with Windows (and, to some extent, Mac).
Just my $0.02
Do you work for Microsoft's Linux Labs?
I believe you mean "allow me to introduce myself". Sorry, couldn't resist.
You're supposed to by a Intel Core Duo CPU...
Exactly. That's why All the real geeks use ATI and Intel products :D
Chris
What is it with everyone saying that you need top-of-the-line hardware to run Vista? I have the Beta 2 release, running on this box: P IV 3.0Ghz (1 MB L2) 512 MB RAM ATI 9600 AIW Pro 2 x 80 GB Barracuda drives all plugged into a D865PERL mobo... with a 17" LCD display of course, your usual CD and DVD drives ;)
Vista is running just fine, with all of the 'fancy' effects turned on... does it use a lot of memory? Hell yeah... just sitting there it's using about 400 MBs... Is it slower than XP? Nothing noticable... (fresh XP vs. fresh Vista)
It is more stable than WinXP though...
I'm just wondering why everyone keeps saying hardware requirements are so high...
When I first saw this in FireFox... I mis-read it for Country Wide Wireless To Be Deployed... This is old news... even up here in the Good Ole province of Manitoba, we have total coverage Wireless DSL. This, however is an initiative between a private company, and the Federal & Provincial Governments Good news though, in any case :)
-Chris
You're missing the point - yes, the CCRA can get into your taxes - however, they don't know your transactions, they don't know how/what/when you did things with your money. The bank does the accounting, and just forwards interest. (To answer the other question, yeah, we pay taxes on interest). It's very hard for anyone in the government to 'force' you to show your banking records. And yeah, Canada's taxes are complicated. You have $~6,000 tax-free, then get GST credits, you have to pay EI, CPP, and Income tax on your paycheck (or, in the case of business-owners, you get a bill at the end of the year). PS: When's the deadline for corps. to file income tax in the US?
As a Canadian, this is amusing to watch, but also appaling. Here in Canada, it's close to impossible for anyone to get to your bank accounts (the PIPEDA). Much less, compell a company like PayPal to give up your information. What ever happened to privacy, integrity, and trust?
Thanks for clarifying! That in itself shows how badly the US needs legal reform :-P
I'd like to know how though; Here at work, we use internal software, which has a browser window built in to access a tasks list. It's IE-based, using the activeX control. How would I get rid of it? ;)
I've been hearing about SCO for years... now, when will they finally quit annoying the Linux community? They haven't gotten anywhere so far, so what makes them thing they'll achieve something now?
Don't forget all the proprietary apps out there that use the IE ActiveX plugin!
I agree, but this is part of Microsoft's Business strategy. To one point, it actually helps. I admin quite a few Win2K3 servers, and having all the patches on one day, allows me to go about patching once a month, as opposed to every few days. Just my $0.02