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  1. Scott McNealy is a White Dwarf on The Comedy of Scott McNealy · · Score: 4, Funny

    Scott McNealy is a White Dwarf.

    --Why did you say that?

    Because he was totally burnt out at SUN.

    --You cannot B-Sirius!

  2. Posting is Hard Work on Google Staff MD on Carpal Tunnel & RSI · · Score: 1

    Didn't think hard work would hurt anybody right?

    Each /. post is a painful in this life, but the sacrifice is worth the all good karma that has been spread.

  3. Mythical Exhortations on New MythTV Based PVR Available · · Score: 1

    Has all the standard PVR features (real time pause, scheduling, listings etc). Plus you own the hardware, get support and get updates/maintenance. Is it too good to be true?

    Some say that the fact that people might believe that MythTV is too good to be true is a myth. But I am not sure, so we are sending some scientists to test it. We can then find out if it indeed exists, observe its behaviour, and how it is supported by its environment. Stay tuned for the real-time results.

  4. Bill is Doomed on Oklahoma Senate OKs Violent-Games Bill · · Score: 2, Insightful

    I wonder what they will do about all the kids playing Doom online?

  5. Prius Avg. ~ 44mpg on Low Emission Cars Continue to Gain Popularity · · Score: 1

    Hybrids cost less and are fun to drive

  6. Backbone Nomenclature on Internet2 Gets a New Backbone · · Score: 1

    few of you know that Internet2 and NLR (National Lambda Rail) have been in talks for some time ... Internet2 has now reached an agreement with an unnamed carrier for it's next generation backbone. The new network will likely be named later this year.

    In honour of the Tri-Lambda crew, I think we should name the new network "Revenge of the Nets"

  7. Write your own on The Biology of Network Security · · Score: 3, Funny

    "This is a little tricky because we don't want to make everyone write their own operating system or e-mail reader from scratch or even learn a new interface," Forrest said.

    Speak for yourself, this is a lifelong obsession.

    A wise man once said - 'Never connect to the internet and your troubles will be few.'

  8. Re:Net Neutrality Makes Sense on Coalition Sounds Off on Net Neutrality Legislation · · Score: 1

    The pipes in question are owned by the carriers and it should be their right to do with them what they see fit.

    For the sake of innovation, progress, and freedom - the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few.

  9. Net Neutrality Makes Sense on Coalition Sounds Off on Net Neutrality Legislation · · Score: 1

    "Proposals coming from telcos and the cable companies, as exemplified in some of their legislation, destroys that neutrality."

    Again, why would anyone (who doesn't work for one of these telcos and cable companies) be against Net Neutraility?

    It just goes against common sense.

  10. Re:Mandatory Implants on Wisconsin Could Ban Mandatory Microchip Implants · · Score: 1

    Yeah I agree, just trying to find out what others think about anything mandatory in a 'free' society.

    Mandatory voting might actually make people think more about how their government is performing and its accountability with its citizenry.

  11. Mandatory Implants on Wisconsin Could Ban Mandatory Microchip Implants · · Score: 2, Insightful

    What's next? Mandatory voting? Exercise? Health improvements? Lifestyle changes?

    Because we certainly can't trust a person, but an implant we can.

    P.S. This is also a great idea for a sci-fi movie.

  12. Euros Merci on French Town Tests Cashless Society · · Score: 3, Funny

    Great, now how is this guygoing to afford his lifestyle?

  13. What do you expect from minimum wage workers? on Computer Buying Experiences at B&M Stores · · Score: 2, Informative

    Do people actually think that they will get great service and knowledgeable reps when buying a PC from a chain where they hire people at $5.00 an hour?

    Come on now!

  14. American Decline on The Continuing American Decline in CS · · Score: 1

    With a huge budget deficit, neverending wars, a corrupt Congress & White House, outsourcing at every level, a growing gap between rich and poor, and stagnant wages, I would say the US is in decline - period.

  15. Block Germs on 'Lego' Approach Thwarts Anthrax Toxin · · Score: 1

    'Lego' Approach Thwarts Anthrax Toxin

    Now if they can only thwart the germs all over the Legos themselves, this would be an advance in disease resistance.

  16. Re:Usage of the tongue on Scientists Probe the Use of the Tongue · · Score: 3, Funny

    Aside from tasting things, there is only one other good use for my tongue, and my girlfriend agrees.

    Then why is she always telling you to shut up?

  17. Tongue Port Scan Probe Brain Meld Unit on Scientists Probe the Use of the Tongue · · Score: 0

    Something about sticking electronic devices in your mouth that doesn't sit well for hygeine, taste or ergonomics.

    Maybe this could be better devised by a handheld computer? Or maybe a nerdy Giraffe?

  18. Wireless Remedy on The Hiccups of Free Wi-fi for Cities · · Score: 3, Funny

    Someone said they would get rid of the wifi hiccups, but then I was told, 'Don't hold your breath.'

  19. Been Caught Lyin' on Napster Legal Battle Reaches from Beyond the Grave · · Score: 4, Interesting

    The EFF is reporting that EMI and Universal Music Group may have been caught lying to the Department of Justice in the 2001 antitrust investigation involving MusicNet

    Why does this not surprise me? Why do I automatically think nothing will happen under this administration? Why is the industry always complaining when sales are actually improving and boosting their stock value?

  20. Re:I call bullshit! - You got me! on Torvalds Has Harsh Words For FreeBSD Devs · · Score: 1

    thier probably your mom calling to ask you when your coming out of the basement, your friend inviting you to stand in line for tickets to the latest Sci-Fi flick and the Pizza guy confirming your order of 2 large and a 2 liter of Mt. Dew on a Friday night

    You were almost right, but it was my abusive step-dad to tell me to come out of my attic room and clean up his beer cans, my online friend from Japan inviting me to come to Tokyo for a Manga festival, and the Thai delivery service confirming my order of Green Curry, Tea and Tom Yum Gai on a Saturday night.

  21. Playing games with VM is bad. on Torvalds Has Harsh Words For FreeBSD Devs · · Score: 2, Funny

    Playing games with VM is bad.

    I know, I hate it when I have to listen to 26 hang up messages in my inbox only to find out someone is playing games with me. :(

  22. Gone are the days when the Ox fall down... on Music Downloads = Expensive Concerts? · · Score: 1

    The wisdom of Jerry Garcia does not apply to today's music market nor the greed of record company executives.

    I have fond memories of buying Dead tickets for $20, those were the days!

  23. Re:Future criminal prosecutions - the future is no on New Internet Regulation Proposed · · Score: 1

    There are already laws on the books, laws that have been tested and proven to be effective against criminals, as well as secure from abuse by those who would seek to limit our freedoms. Use THOSE laws.

    Well said, I wish people would actually enforce the current laws before making new overlapping ones.

  24. This is NOT a test on TSA Software Bug Creates Airport Bomb Scare · · Score: 1

    Or, is it?

    Oh well, guess we'll shut it all down.

    Okay haven't they already thought of this scenario? Isn't there an alternate verification process that doesn't involve computers?
    Oh well, I learned to give up worrying altogether when flying.

    Oceanic Airlines has a very good safety record, I think I will fly them next time.
    I feel safer already.

  25. Steve Ballmer needs to shut up on The Future of Innovation At Stake? · · Score: 0, Troll

    Last year, Microsoft Chief Executive Steve Ballmer told Germany's Manager Magazin: "We needed the first years to conquer the PC and those following to be ahead in the server business. In the upcoming years we'll conquer the Internet."

    Conquer the internet? Are you serious? Why do you keep making these stupid proclamations? Are you some kind of delusional freak, Steve?
    ***DUCKS FLYING CHAIR***