My nephew got a GameCube because he loves the Mario series. When compared to an X-Box or PS2 the machinary just feels like an expensive toy whereas the others feel and look like an advanced piece of technolgy. The machine works fine, the the packaging sucks. If they ever want to pull in the money crowd (18-34 demographic) they will need to change their marketing and appearance.
What, it's not like he's going to need them anymore and somebody has to keep all of you informed about the lastest in English education as well as penis enlargement, Cialis, Suzie XXX, etc, etc, etc.
That's right you heard it first here. I hearby patent the word "Hi" and all usage of said word in the stimulation of interaction with other people, plants, animals and all other items real or imaginary. You may now pay me.
I totally agree. I was watching an episode of This Old House last weekend and they visited a school where they were training teens in the various trades (i.e. landscaping, electricians, woodworkers, plumbers, carpenters, etc.) in addition to traditional coursework. It was somewhere in the NE US (Conneticut I think) and the kids absolutely loved the work and were flourishing. Not everybody is cut out for "traditional" schooling.
Is it a question of why there are no Christian games or why there are no religious games? Religions include Hinduism, Pagans, Wiccan, Islam, and hundreds of others! Religion is in dozens of games which have already been mentioned, however if you want a "Devil vs. Jesus fight for your soul" kind of a game it hasn't been developed although it might be kind of cool to play. The Devil could use drugs, sex and rock n roll as his weapons while Jesus fought back with the magic tricks (i.e. "miracles") he made so famous in the Chrisitan Bible.
The Office is indeed funny, but I think Coupling is even funnier. They have absolutely no boundaries in that show and the characters are so disfunctional it's hilarious. Also, why is this on/.?
Thanks for the feedback guys. I tried to submit a question regarding this exact topic "What's a good beginning program language" but I was shot down by the almighty/. gods. I also appreciate you not talking down to me just because I'm new to the field, its surprising how demeaning some guys can be about this stuff. I'll check out both Python and PERL.
would this book be a good beginning point for me? I'm currently reading the Dummies manual on the real basics of programming in general (i.e. what's a program?). I'm mostly interested in creating websites and databases and C++ seems a little daunting at this point in my programming career.
If you could create a disease that you knew that you could also cure wouldn't you at least consider doing it? Microsoft created the problem with their faulty programming and then we were stuck waiting for them to fix the problem because only they understood the disease.
It's nice to see a company come up with a novel idea once in a while. Nintendo seems to be making a smart move, one that's taking them out of comptetion with MS and Sony and putting them into another category.
Don't you think the.xxx will carry a stigma? Much like the dreaded X rating for movies most mainstream adult websites (i.e. Playboy.com) would want to stay away from such ratings. Then again, plenty of sites would wear a.xxx like a badge of honor. Guess it depends on the market you are trying to attract.
Sooooooo true, and well thought out. I think the next generation game systems will do nothing but try to convince us that they are great and beautiful (I call this the Paris Hilton Effect: no substance, full of crap) and give us a big fat dent in our kids wallets. There's no way I'm shelling out money on one of these things.
I agree, get your engineering department or if you have a "shop" type of program get those welders and designers involved. If you want to get inventive talk to your art department. This isn't American Chopper or Monster Garage, but it could be just as much fun for the right designers.
The Chicago Police have something called ICAM which maps all of the crimes and the general type but not specifics http://12.17.79.6/ctznicam/ctznicam.asp Also, the site link provided for this guy's site wouldn't work for me. Anybody else having problems with it?
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My nephew got a GameCube because he loves the Mario series. When compared to an X-Box or PS2 the machinary just feels like an expensive toy whereas the others feel and look like an advanced piece of technolgy. The machine works fine, the the packaging sucks. If they ever want to pull in the money crowd (18-34 demographic) they will need to change their marketing and appearance.
What, it's not like he's going to need them anymore and somebody has to keep all of you informed about the lastest in English education as well as penis enlargement, Cialis, Suzie XXX, etc, etc, etc.
Wow, you're witty! Thanks for the feedback Mr. Coward.
We have a president (note the small p) named Bush and a vice president named Dick. Dick and Bush, Bush and Dick. This country is begging for sex!
Thank you for the correction
I'm not patenting saying "Hi", I'm patenting the word "Hi" and all use therein. Pay up Sucka.
That's right you heard it first here. I hearby patent the word "Hi" and all usage of said word in the stimulation of interaction with other people, plants, animals and all other items real or imaginary. You may now pay me.
I totally agree. I was watching an episode of This Old House last weekend and they visited a school where they were training teens in the various trades (i.e. landscaping, electricians, woodworkers, plumbers, carpenters, etc.) in addition to traditional coursework. It was somewhere in the NE US (Conneticut I think) and the kids absolutely loved the work and were flourishing. Not everybody is cut out for "traditional" schooling.
Is it a question of why there are no Christian games or why there are no religious games? Religions include Hinduism, Pagans, Wiccan, Islam, and hundreds of others! Religion is in dozens of games which have already been mentioned, however if you want a "Devil vs. Jesus fight for your soul" kind of a game it hasn't been developed although it might be kind of cool to play. The Devil could use drugs, sex and rock n roll as his weapons while Jesus fought back with the magic tricks (i.e. "miracles") he made so famous in the Chrisitan Bible.
a game that will listen to them, cuddle after simulated sex, and go shopping with them on the weekends. Sounds a lot like Duke Nukem.
I can be bought for a measly $10 million. I'd say that's a bargin!
Doesn't Pamela Anderson suck (and bob) in every show she does?
The Office is indeed funny, but I think Coupling is even funnier. They have absolutely no boundaries in that show and the characters are so disfunctional it's hilarious. Also, why is this on /.?
Thanks for the feedback guys. I tried to submit a question regarding this exact topic "What's a good beginning program language" but I was shot down by the almighty /. gods. I also appreciate you not talking down to me just because I'm new to the field, its surprising how demeaning some guys can be about this stuff. I'll check out both Python and PERL.
would this book be a good beginning point for me? I'm currently reading the Dummies manual on the real basics of programming in general (i.e. what's a program?). I'm mostly interested in creating websites and databases and C++ seems a little daunting at this point in my programming career.
If you could create a disease that you knew that you could also cure wouldn't you at least consider doing it? Microsoft created the problem with their faulty programming and then we were stuck waiting for them to fix the problem because only they understood the disease.
It's nice to see a company come up with a novel idea once in a while. Nintendo seems to be making a smart move, one that's taking them out of comptetion with MS and Sony and putting them into another category.
Don't you think the .xxx will carry a stigma? Much like the dreaded X rating for movies most mainstream adult websites (i.e. Playboy.com) would want to stay away from such ratings. Then again, plenty of sites would wear a .xxx like a badge of honor. Guess it depends on the market you are trying to attract.
Let me guess, Kelsey Grammer.
Sooooooo true, and well thought out. I think the next generation game systems will do nothing but try to convince us that they are great and beautiful (I call this the Paris Hilton Effect: no substance, full of crap) and give us a big fat dent in our kids wallets. There's no way I'm shelling out money on one of these things.
I agree, get your engineering department or if you have a "shop" type of program get those welders and designers involved. If you want to get inventive talk to your art department. This isn't American Chopper or Monster Garage, but it could be just as much fun for the right designers.
Looks like the actors are going to go on strike http://www.chicagotribune.com/technology/la-fi-voi ce25may25,1,5456782.story?coll=chi-technology-hed
According to this article in the Chicago Tribune the actors are considering going on strike http://www.chicagotribune.com/technology/la-fi-voi ce25may25,1,5456782.story?coll=chi-technology-hed. It appears that these actors are either members of SAG or the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA).
Now that's funny!
The Chicago Police have something called ICAM which maps all of the crimes and the general type but not specifics http://12.17.79.6/ctznicam/ctznicam.asp Also, the site link provided for this guy's site wouldn't work for me. Anybody else having problems with it?