Haven't personally used Gnote or Tomboy, but it sounds like TiddlyWiki gives similar functionality, with the only requirement being a suitable browswer, e.g. Firefox.
One window per image is fine, but what needs to be implemented is an option where the toolbox window is brought to the front at the same time any other GIMP window is. If you are alt-tabbing or otherwise switching between GIMP and something else repeatedly, its incredibly annoying to have to keep bringing the toolbox forward because its disappeared behind another window.
Soul Calibur is not a Sony game. It's produced by Namco, and was originally for Dreamcast, made by Sega. Soul Calibur II is on 3 different platforms. The latest version is only on PS2, but I think it's misleading to call it a "Sony specific original game".
Autohotkey is my favourite piece of software, Open Source or otherwise, and the biggest reason I am still using Windows instead of Linux. You can use it to avoid repetitious work (and repetitious, uncomfortable mouse movements), make common tasks a lot faster, and get around the fact that a lot of programs don't have built-in keyboard commands or macros.
Let's not forget that many original Xboxes (eg mine) had dodgy DVD-ROMs, but of course Microsoft would never admit to that being more than a "very, very small fraction" of machines sold.
Bullshit.
You've got it the wrong way around. Microsoft wants to sell stuff. To keep doing that every year or two, they have to keep adding "features" in each new version. Power users are the ones who (may) benefit, but it's Microsoft and other software companies who are driving the bloatware.
Yes I agree totally, concrete examples are sorely needed.
"What appears to be sloppy or meaningless use of words may be perfectly correct use of words to express sloppy or meaningless ideas." (Quoted by Sir Bruce Fraser)
If I can't understand something quickly, I either assume the person does not know what they are talking about, or they don't really want to be understood because they haven't put any effort into their communication.
That Novell is doing usability testing. I guess they figure someone might then assume that they have done this sort of thing in the past (someone who has never used Netware Administrator or ConsoleOne).
However if there two places where Novell might actually know a little more about usability than someone else, it would be Linux and SAP. So I guess it can't hurt...
I think the question of "what things will I lose if I switch to Linux?" is just as important as the question of "what can Linux give me that Windows doesn't?"
People are afraid of not being able to use their favourite programs and not being able to access data. Sure, there are many great programs for Linux which provide the lost functionality if you switch from Windows. But some are missing.
Personally my favourite thing about Windows is Autohotkey, basically an open source hotkey and macro program. I have looked and not found the equivalent on Linux, and until I do, I won't be switching to Linux full time.
Think of how many English classes you went to in school. Think of how many tests you did. Think how the language is reinforced in your brain every time you speak to someone, listen to someone, and every time you read something. Think how many times a day this happens. Think how many days you have been alive.
You get a lot more practice with language than any other intellectual pursuit, and yet, somehow people can't get it right.
Ok so grammar might be a bit more difficult. But for spelling, it's simple. Pick up the dictionary. If the word isn't there, don't use it!
I think it all boils down to discipline and what you are forced to do. If you make a typo in English, you've got a pretty good chance that you won't be corrected. If you are programming in C and make a typo, the compiler will say "bugger off, and come back when you get it right". A computer generally has zero tolerance for your mistakes.
This leads me to believe that geeks who can't spell don't have discipline. They can only express themselves correctly in technological terms because they are forced to.
I don't think you spent very much time thinking about this. Saying you don't believe in Chi is like you saying "I don't believe in love". If you have never experienced it, you won't believe in it, or have any hope of really understanding it. If you have experienced it, you don't need convincing.
Sure, doctors and scientists might be able to describe it in bland chemical and physical terms, but that doesn't mean it doesn't exist. And when you do, you are missing most of the point.
Seeing as advertising people are notoriously the most stupid people in the world, here are some facts that are plain for everyone else to see:
- if an ad is promoting something you don't want to buy, you won't buy it, no matter how annoying you make the ad
- if you are possibly interested in buying something, you enthusiasm won't be increased by feckin' annoying ads
- if you are definitely interested in buying something, you will notice an ad for that product, without need that ad to scream or flash or pop up at you.
Here's a thought.. instead of pumping crap through every sense possible with ads, why don't companies provide more useful information to convince us as to why we should buy their products. Blue frog ads may appeal to teenagers, but adult consumers prefer to make informed decisions when purchasing. If I thought I could get something useful information out of it, I'd be clicking on a lot more ads.
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Haven't personally used Gnote or Tomboy, but it sounds like TiddlyWiki gives similar functionality, with the only requirement being a suitable browswer, e.g. Firefox.
One window per image is fine, but what needs to be implemented is an option where the toolbox window is brought to the front at the same time any other GIMP window is. If you are alt-tabbing or otherwise switching between GIMP and something else repeatedly, its incredibly annoying to have to keep bringing the toolbox forward because its disappeared behind another window.
Anyone interested in a free player (yes, it plays ogg vorbis etc) with no bloat and excellent search ability should try Musikcube.
Soul Calibur is not a Sony game. It's produced by Namco, and was originally for Dreamcast, made by Sega. Soul Calibur II is on 3 different platforms. The latest version is only on PS2, but I think it's misleading to call it a "Sony specific original game".
Autohotkey is my favourite piece of software, Open Source or otherwise, and the biggest reason I am still using Windows instead of Linux. You can use it to avoid repetitious work (and repetitious, uncomfortable mouse movements), make common tasks a lot faster, and get around the fact that a lot of programs don't have built-in keyboard commands or macros.
Let's not forget that many original Xboxes (eg mine) had dodgy DVD-ROMs, but of course Microsoft would never admit to that being more than a "very, very small fraction" of machines sold. Bullshit.
You've got it the wrong way around. Microsoft wants to sell stuff. To keep doing that every year or two, they have to keep adding "features" in each new version. Power users are the ones who (may) benefit, but it's Microsoft and other software companies who are driving the bloatware.
"What appears to be sloppy or meaningless use of words may be perfectly correct use of words to express sloppy or meaningless ideas." (Quoted by Sir Bruce Fraser)
If I can't understand something quickly, I either assume the person does not know what they are talking about, or they don't really want to be understood because they haven't put any effort into their communication.That Novell is doing usability testing. I guess they figure someone might then assume that they have done this sort of thing in the past (someone who has never used Netware Administrator or ConsoleOne).
However if there two places where Novell might actually know a little more about usability than someone else, it would be Linux and SAP. So I guess it can't hurt...
"Yes, ok so it's really useful, but does it look any good in earrings?"
Ok, so we are searching the skies for signals transmitted by aliens.
Is anyone on Earth sending signals to the aliens?
It seems a bit silly to expect aliens to do something that we can't be bothered / are too chicken to do ourselves...
I think the question of "what things will I lose if I switch to Linux?" is just as important as the question of "what can Linux give me that Windows doesn't?"
People are afraid of not being able to use their favourite programs and not being able to access data. Sure, there are many great programs for Linux which provide the lost functionality if you switch from Windows. But some are missing.
Personally my favourite thing about Windows is Autohotkey, basically an open source hotkey and macro program. I have looked and not found the equivalent on Linux, and until I do, I won't be switching to Linux full time.
Think of how many English classes you went to in school. Think of how many tests you did. Think how the language is reinforced in your brain every time you speak to someone, listen to someone, and every time you read something. Think how many times a day this happens. Think how many days you have been alive.
You get a lot more practice with language than any other intellectual pursuit, and yet, somehow people can't get it right.
Ok so grammar might be a bit more difficult. But for spelling, it's simple. Pick up the dictionary. If the word isn't there, don't use it!
I think it all boils down to discipline and what you are forced to do. If you make a typo in English, you've got a pretty good chance that you won't be corrected. If you are programming in C and make a typo, the compiler will say "bugger off, and come back when you get it right". A computer generally has zero tolerance for your mistakes.
This leads me to believe that geeks who can't spell don't have discipline. They can only express themselves correctly in technological terms because they are forced to.
(End of Rant)I don't think you spent very much time thinking about this. Saying you don't believe in Chi is like you saying "I don't believe in love". If you have never experienced it, you won't believe in it, or have any hope of really understanding it. If you have experienced it, you don't need convincing.
Sure, doctors and scientists might be able to describe it in bland chemical and physical terms, but that doesn't mean it doesn't exist. And when you do, you are missing most of the point.
Seeing as advertising people are notoriously the most stupid people in the world, here are some facts that are plain for everyone else to see:
- if an ad is promoting something you don't want to buy, you won't buy it, no matter how annoying you make the ad
- if you are possibly interested in buying something, you enthusiasm won't be increased by feckin' annoying ads
- if you are definitely interested in buying something, you will notice an ad for that product, without need that ad to scream or flash or pop up at you.
Here's a thought.. instead of pumping crap through every sense possible with ads, why don't companies provide more useful information to convince us as to why we should buy their products. Blue frog ads may appeal to teenagers, but adult consumers prefer to make informed decisions when purchasing. If I thought I could get something useful information out of it, I'd be clicking on a lot more ads.