It's simple contract law. When you go to the store and purchase the software, you are actually purchasing a license (and the media it comes on). This initiates the contract between you and the software publisher, the terms of which should be printed where it can be read before purchase (such as on the box). At this point, the contact has been initiated (by the exchange of goods in the form of currency). If, upon installing the software, you are presented with an EULA that is contrary to the already agreed upon terms of the contract, this is a change in the terms of the contract which must be agreed upon by both parties or else the existing terms are used. If you do not agree to the EULA (if it is contrary to the previously established contract terms), preventing the installation of the software would be a violation of contract law on the software publisher's part.\
Now, if the terms of the license are available at the point of purchase, prior to the sale, then it's a completely different story.
It's called a bait-and-switch scheme, and it is quite illegal.
I'll admit that I'm a cheater (I own an Action Replay MAX). I had tons of difficulty playing the first Metroid Prime without the AR-MAX. It is downright impossible for me to beat Metroid Prime 2: Echoes EVEN WITH the AR-MAX. Even though I can't be killed, I run out of time before finishing the boss.
(Un)fortunately, I don't have to worry about that anymore. I haven't repurchased the game since I was robbed.
If this is the first time you've seen this Stop error screen, you are very fortunate. However, it is highly unlikely that this will be the last time you will see this.
This particular error means that there was a problem reading the boot information from the hard disk drive. If you are hearing strange clicking noises coming from your computer, you should go out and buy a new hard drive as soon as possible. If you are lucky, there may still be some salvageable data left on the disk.
*Humor added for effect - Does not necessarily reflect the STOP error that will occur from not using protection.
So, maybe we should just make them "silver" like the rest of the coins (except the Sacajawea dollar). They weren't copper in 1943. They don't have to be copper now.
Most used key combination that I use when working in Windows: Windows, r, c, m, d, enter. Then I can use a myriad of typed commands such as "net stop spooler", "net start spooler" (often used one after the other. The spoolers seem to freeze up a lot at our company.), "ping", "netstat", and one of my personal favorites, "netsh" (Which even allows you to reconfigure the network adapters of REMOTE computers)
Other than the repressed memory that is The Sims Online, there has only been 1 true sequel to the game (the expansions don't really count, they were just added content). True, it has been rehashed onto the consoles, and the gameplay isn't the same (IMO, the PS2 version is better than the PC version. The PS2 version actually has goals to fulfill.)
My two-bit commentary on games: Unless it is an MMO, completely open-ended games do not tend to hold interest for long. (And even with MMOs, if you don't have friends playing, it doesn't hold interest.)
Yes, Corona is made in Mexico. However, it is not consumed in Mexico by anyone but tourists.
And to the poster who commented on knowing what things taste like... I've never tasted drain cleaner, but from the smell, (which is strongly linked to taste e.g. A potato and an apple taste exactly the same if you block the sense of smell) I have a pretty good idea what it would taste like.
Now, if people think they are just going to change the system time and not mess with fixing DST, that's a different matter, and it will cause Kerberos authentication errors.
It is for anyone on a Windows network with mixed 2000 and XP installs using Active Directory. Kerberos (which Active Directory uses) will automatically deny access if the client's clock is more than 5 minutes off from the server's clock. If your server runs 2003 and your clients are 2000, or your server runs 2000 and your clients are XP, you will hit a problem.
There is a reason why every system clock in an Active Directory system is synchronized. If the server's clock is off from Atomic time, so will all of the clients.
I do work in IT. It has been our experience that when a PST file approaches 2 GB, it will become corrupt. Our remedy (that doesn't involve deleting archived items), is to start a new PST file for items to go into.
Our system works as follows: Maintain a frequent AutoArchive schedule to keep the main PST file size under control When the archive PST file reaches 1.5 GB, rename the file (and in some cases relocate it to a location with more storage space). The absence of the archive PST triggers Outlook to create a new file. Repeat as necessary.
Fortunately, there are few users that require this process.
I rescind my previous statement that they are overpriced. Somehow the market has gone stupid, and what was previously cheaper than the iPod has increased in price to match the price level of the iPod.
For some reason, the MP3 player market seems to be based on chaos theory rather than economics theory. TigerDirect.com has new 30GB Video iPods in Black for $50 less than refurbished 30GB Video iPods in white.
On the other hand, why would I want to watch videos on an iPod or a Zune? ("Just because I can" isn't a valid reason)
I can't vouch for anyone else, but the only feature I look for in an MP3 player is "Does it play MP3s?" 1GB is plenty of space to hold all of the music I care to listen to in one session, so an option like this Diablotek Mini Portable MP3 Player with Transcend 1GB 45x Secure Digital Card for $39.99 before rebate would be fine by me, and if I need to increase the amount of music I want to carry around with me, I can buy a 1GB SD Card the size of a postage stamp for $14.99 without needing any rebates, and the prices are still dropping.
Break open the bulb and put the mercury in a mason jar for future recycling? They put a single drop in a fluorescent bulb. Depending on how many you go through, you might have to recycle it before you die.
What I want to know, is it possible to make CFLs that oscillate above 60Hz? Fluorescent lights flicker too much for my tastes.
Excerpt of interest (as was shown under other links found within the other threads):
"NASA has collected and processed more information about our planet and universe than any other entity in the history of humanity," said Chris C. Kemp, director of strategic business development at Ames. "Even though this information was collected for the benefit of everyone, and much is in the public domain, the vast majority of this information is scattered and difficult for non-experts to access and to understand.
So yes, it is highly likely that the googlenasa.com site is the real deal, considering that Chris C. Kemp is actually a NASA employee.
Also, since the site was really not meant for the public, it is not particularly surprising that it was not mentioned in the announcement or that the server couldn't handle a Slashdotting.
Based on the message that appears right now, it seems that the database used for logging usage has run out of space (The terminology used indicates Microsoft SQL Server, which based on an earlier comment that indicated the site is running on IIS, would make sense).
I too, find it unusual that googlenasa.com is not mentioned by either party. Also unusual is that it is not hosted by either Google (Who I'm sure acts as their own ISP) or NASA (who would show under IPs registered to either themselves or the US Government)
Instead, I find this (via ARIN.NET WHOIS):
The Internet Mainstreet TIMS-CIDR4 (NET-207-5-0-0-1)
207.5.0.0 - 207.5.95.255 Intermedia Corporation TIMS-INTERMEDIA (NET-207-5-44-0-1)
207.5.44.0 - 207.5.47.255
# ARIN WHOIS database, last updated 2006-12-17 19:10 # Enter ? for additional hints on searching ARIN's WHOIS database.
A: The site is only open to EMPLOYEES of Google and NASA. (Who would know better if it were a phishing attempt) B: The partnership was announced by NASA in September of 2005.
Not only is this old news, but the registered "owner" of the site is a well-respected member of the tech community.
...what does an iPod have (other than after market accessories) that the Zune does not?
An Apple logo?
Other than that, they are both overpriced MP3 players.
Perhaps there is some difference in sound quality, but cost is the chief deciding factor (and is probably why I own neither, with no plans to own either).
Slashdot Mirror
It's simple contract law. When you go to the store and purchase the software, you are actually purchasing a license (and the media it comes on). This initiates the contract between you and the software publisher, the terms of which should be printed where it can be read before purchase (such as on the box). At this point, the contact has been initiated (by the exchange of goods in the form of currency). If, upon installing the software, you are presented with an EULA that is contrary to the already agreed upon terms of the contract, this is a change in the terms of the contract which must be agreed upon by both parties or else the existing terms are used. If you do not agree to the EULA (if it is contrary to the previously established contract terms), preventing the installation of the software would be a violation of contract law on the software publisher's part.\
Now, if the terms of the license are available at the point of purchase, prior to the sale, then it's a completely different story.
It's called a bait-and-switch scheme, and it is quite illegal.
I'll admit that I'm a cheater (I own an Action Replay MAX). I had tons of difficulty playing the first Metroid Prime without the AR-MAX. It is downright impossible for me to beat Metroid Prime 2: Echoes EVEN WITH the AR-MAX. Even though I can't be killed, I run out of time before finishing the boss.
(Un)fortunately, I don't have to worry about that anymore. I haven't repurchased the game since I was robbed.
I look forward to the day when man will land on an orbiting katamari. ...ducks
I can hear the promo now... Don LaFontaine: "Katamari Damacy... This time, it's for real!"
Windows to hosed in 3...
*** STOP 0x0000007B (0xF201B84C,0xC0000034,0x00000000,0x00000000)
INACCESSIBLE_BOOT_DEVICE
If this is the first time you've seen this Stop error screen, you are
very fortunate. However, it is highly unlikely that this will be the
last time you will see this.
This particular error means that there was a problem reading the boot
information from the hard disk drive. If you are hearing strange
clicking noises coming from your computer, you should go out and buy
a new hard drive as soon as possible. If you are lucky, there may still
be some salvageable data left on the disk.
*Humor added for effect - Does not necessarily reflect the STOP error that will occur from not using protection.
So, maybe we should just make them "silver" like the rest of the coins (except the Sacajawea dollar). They weren't copper in 1943. They don't have to be copper now.
Available in DOS before that too!
Most used key combination that I use when working in Windows: Windows, r, c, m, d, enter. Then I can use a myriad of typed commands such as "net stop spooler", "net start spooler" (often used one after the other. The spoolers seem to freeze up a lot at our company.), "ping", "netstat", and one of my personal favorites, "netsh" (Which even allows you to reconfigure the network adapters of REMOTE computers)
Other than the repressed memory that is The Sims Online, there has only been 1 true sequel to the game (the expansions don't really count, they were just added content). True, it has been rehashed onto the consoles, and the gameplay isn't the same (IMO, the PS2 version is better than the PC version. The PS2 version actually has goals to fulfill.)
My two-bit commentary on games: Unless it is an MMO, completely open-ended games do not tend to hold interest for long. (And even with MMOs, if you don't have friends playing, it doesn't hold interest.)
Even if it wasn't a coincidence... The movie used "rebranded" IBM equipment.
The same was said about Windows NT. WNT->VMS
Yes, Corona is made in Mexico. However, it is not consumed in Mexico by anyone but tourists.
And to the poster who commented on knowing what things taste like... I've never tasted drain cleaner, but from the smell, (which is strongly linked to taste e.g. A potato and an apple taste exactly the same if you block the sense of smell) I have a pretty good idea what it would taste like.
Now, if people think they are just going to change the system time and not mess with fixing DST, that's a different matter, and it will cause Kerberos authentication errors.
... Well, these are users we're talking about.
It is for anyone on a Windows network with mixed 2000 and XP installs using Active Directory. Kerberos (which Active Directory uses) will automatically deny access if the client's clock is more than 5 minutes off from the server's clock. If your server runs 2003 and your clients are 2000, or your server runs 2000 and your clients are XP, you will hit a problem.
There is a reason why every system clock in an Active Directory system is synchronized. If the server's clock is off from Atomic time, so will all of the clients.
If someone finds a way to make these machines practical, it will completely change the world's economy.
My tongue-in-cheek answer: Loaded dice. Fund the development of the machines by producing dice to cheat at craps.
I am hesitant to post this... but think of the interaction that could occur if body parts were fabricated using this method.
Also, it would create a new type of cybersex...
Actually, if you have a PDA with serial capabilities (as the old Palms used to), you can access it that way.
All I want to know... is do you get a free Ionic Breeze Quadra with the purchase of this from the Sharper Image?
I do work in IT. It has been our experience that when a PST file approaches 2 GB, it will become corrupt. Our remedy (that doesn't involve deleting archived items), is to start a new PST file for items to go into.
Our system works as follows:
Maintain a frequent AutoArchive schedule to keep the main PST file size under control
When the archive PST file reaches 1.5 GB, rename the file (and in some cases relocate it to a location with more storage space).
The absence of the archive PST triggers Outlook to create a new file.
Repeat as necessary.
Fortunately, there are few users that require this process.
No, she does not have a GMail account, and yes, they are ALL e-mails (she sends a lot of attachments to various places, all of which need to be kept).
There is also a process to relocate her archive PSTs when they approach 2GB (At which point Outlook breaks down, and the system goes to crap)
She does not yet have Google Desktop installed though, her local HDD isn't large enough to hold the index (10 GB drive, no budget to upgrade).
1) Completely useless to have 2GB Mailboxes... That's what PST files are for
2) My wife, who has worked at the company for a year and a half, has already racked up at LEAST 8GB in ARCHIVED e-mail.
Microsoft... It's too little, too late. (and Google Desktop keeps everything within a quick lookup)
I rescind my previous statement that they are overpriced. Somehow the market has gone stupid, and what was previously cheaper than the iPod has increased in price to match the price level of the iPod.
For some reason, the MP3 player market seems to be based on chaos theory rather than economics theory. TigerDirect.com has new 30GB Video iPods in Black for $50 less than refurbished 30GB Video iPods in white.
On the other hand, why would I want to watch videos on an iPod or a Zune? ("Just because I can" isn't a valid reason)
I can't vouch for anyone else, but the only feature I look for in an MP3 player is "Does it play MP3s?" 1GB is plenty of space to hold all of the music I care to listen to in one session, so an option like this Diablotek Mini Portable MP3 Player with Transcend 1GB 45x Secure Digital Card for $39.99 before rebate would be fine by me, and if I need to increase the amount of music I want to carry around with me, I can buy a 1GB SD Card the size of a postage stamp for $14.99 without needing any rebates, and the prices are still dropping.
Break open the bulb and put the mercury in a mason jar for future recycling? They put a single drop in a fluorescent bulb. Depending on how many you go through, you might have to recycle it before you die.
What I want to know, is it possible to make CFLs that oscillate above 60Hz? Fluorescent lights flicker too much for my tastes.
NASA's Dec 2006 Press Release
Excerpt of interest (as was shown under other links found within the other threads):
"NASA has collected and processed more information about our planet and universe than any other entity in the history of humanity," said Chris C. Kemp, director of strategic business development at Ames. "Even though this information was collected for the benefit of everyone, and much is in the public domain, the vast majority of this information is scattered and difficult for non-experts to access and to understand.
So yes, it is highly likely that the googlenasa.com site is the real deal, considering that Chris C. Kemp is actually a NASA employee.
Also, since the site was really not meant for the public, it is not particularly surprising that it was not mentioned in the announcement or that the server couldn't handle a Slashdotting.
Based on the message that appears right now, it seems that the database used for logging usage has run out of space (The terminology used indicates Microsoft SQL Server, which based on an earlier comment that indicated the site is running on IIS, would make sense).
I too, find it unusual that googlenasa.com is not mentioned by either party. Also unusual is that it is not hosted by either Google (Who I'm sure acts as their own ISP) or NASA (who would show under IPs registered to either themselves or the US Government)
Instead, I find this (via ARIN.NET WHOIS):
The Internet Mainstreet TIMS-CIDR4 (NET-207-5-0-0-1)
207.5.0.0 - 207.5.95.255
Intermedia Corporation TIMS-INTERMEDIA (NET-207-5-44-0-1)
207.5.44.0 - 207.5.47.255
# ARIN WHOIS database, last updated 2006-12-17 19:10
# Enter ? for additional hints on searching ARIN's WHOIS database.
A: The site is only open to EMPLOYEES of Google and NASA. (Who would know better if it were a phishing attempt)
B: The partnership was announced by NASA in September of 2005.
Not only is this old news, but the registered "owner" of the site is a well-respected member of the tech community.
How else will they get their employees to the Google Copernicus Center?!
They've got a lot of work to do though if they plan to open it in late spring, 2007.
...what does an iPod have (other than after market accessories) that the Zune does not?
An Apple logo?
Other than that, they are both overpriced MP3 players.
Perhaps there is some difference in sound quality, but cost is the chief deciding factor (and is probably why I own neither, with no plans to own either).