I think you are on the right track, but not necessarily quite there. The heart of the issue is ABILITY. Just as some are better at math than others, some are better at driving than others. I grew up on a farm, this had me driving a full sized truck from age 7. *private property only - not on any roads* By age 18 I was a better driver than some in their 30s. Some days now I'm a worse driver than a 16 yr old, but I try to acknowlege that I'm struggling with a task at the time and take precautions to remedy that.
Driving exams should be more difficult. They should require people have skill and ability to manuver more than one kind of vehicle. Age should not be the only qualifying factor. Some people are ready to drive at 15.5, and some perhaps at 37. The main problem is not everyone in the US (*sorry it's my only point of reference) has access to mass transit. While I agree that people who drive drunk should be driven over; If their means of transportation to work is removed, what is the true cost to society because of that. It is certaintly less than the cost of a life, but should still be considered.
I have no issue with people talking while driving, as long as they have the ability. They can eat at the same time if they want. This is what should be enforced. Good driving. Target those that are reckless (*who cares if it was because of the kids, the radio, or something on the floor)
I have a huge SUV (suburban) and a midsized car (subaru). Each gets driven differently, and for different purposes. The SUV weighs in at 5200lbs dry. This requires more stopping distance than a small car; however it is practically impossible to leave adequate stopping distance in front of the vehicle on any highway, as if there is room for a car to fit in front of you, one will find the need to occupy that space. A big problem is that most people driving these things do not take any of this into consideration.
Oh and by the way, even though I have two vehicles, I take the bus to work almost every day. I like to enjoy some of the selfish splurges of the American culture, but I try to do so in moderation.
Which in my mind would drive pirating everything. It would be the only remaining way to have version control. Am I the only one who sees DRM integration as counter intuitive?
When one of my best security tactics is not using mainstream products. I am starting to move towards Opera as a web browser as it has a smaller market share. Windows need to be run as a user, not administrator all the time. Which is annoying as I have not figured out the "run as" (2000) option to install things. Properly configured firewalls are beyond most users grasp.
I've tried XM for a little more than a year, only to cancel it for what I have found to be the better option. NPR for local news, and my ipod for music. I can no longer stand the advertisments on either radio. XM or free broadcast.
If it really bothers you that badly, why don't you do a websearch (ie: google) for the article in reference. This way you can be in the know and not give Beatles-Beatles the link credit.
* put the logic down and place your hands on top of your head.
I think that they are really missing pure entertainment that they could be providing us. I would love to hear Bush trying to explain how we bombed a country because of a RPC/buffer overflow problem.
Interestingly enough, while working for IT in a bank, I had the opportunity to have input on email that was being sent as an automated response to customers. We wanted to make reference to the main website without making it a url. Microsoft mail products recognize the xxxxx.com and automatically make it a hyperlink. I'll send my seldom heard microsoft hate out on that one.
If Microsoft were to require 64bit processors for all desktop machines, it could be the gentle nudge that is needed to put several people who are one the edge on the linux side of the line. I would certantly take advantage of all the CHEAP old pentium IV computers and install Linux on them.
Just a side note. I use windows. I have tried Linux and have always gone running back because I got frustrated with something I couldn't get to work the way I wanted it to. (my own fault yes, but I still try)
As for winblows PCs I won't let people have less than 512 MB ram. I wouldn't want to be under 1GB personally.
Part of the problem with the US cell market is that carriers here market phones not services. If I buy a verison phone it will be on the CDMA technology. If they further incorporate GSM technology that will enhance the roming capability of the phone and lead to increased fees that they would have to pay for using another providers tower. (the new thing now is not charging customers for roming) I have always bought a higher end cell phone (v3 razr and LG vx8100) I much prefer my non verizon phone because it is completely unlocked. (I payed dearly for it, but I can pop in any sim card and I get service)
To those considering Verizon I ask you one question: "How DO you feel about being nickle and dimed for EVERYTHING?"
The other service provider that I have allows (free with any plan) 500kb data transfer (monthly) all incoming txt messages free and 500 outgoing txt messages before they start charging me for it. I can buy games for my phone for $3-$7 one time fee -- they are mine to keep and love forever.
Verizon:
send/recieve pic or video - $.25 each
send/recieve txt - $.10 each
web on phone - $4.99 mo
games/programs (getitnow) - monthly subscription for about $4 or purchase for up to $14
video on demand (vcast) $15 monthly
and don't forget base service starting at $35 a month
So here's a question:
If I have never bought music, I have never entered into any contract with any music producer/industry etc. If I never upload or use downloaded music for profit (personal use only) have I actually violated a contract that I never agreed to uphold?
----Just a thought
In order to create taxes that treat everyone fairly there are several things that need to happen. The first is that the government needs to be run like a business. Profitibility ought to be important. A yearly loss SHOULD be a bad thing. Second if income taxes were removed and a sales tax was put on all items that was equal across the country those that buy the most goods pay the most taxes. This also means that those who are at the poverty level can buy less expensive necessities and pay less taxes. The people who need a Bentley will in turn be taxed approprately (at the same rate as everyone else) but because it is a more expensive item, more gross taxes are paid. This would remove challenge, and inconsistancy in taxes. Simplification will never prevail.
Todays mighty oak is just yesterdays nut that held its ground.
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I think you are on the right track, but not necessarily quite there. The heart of the issue is ABILITY. Just as some are better at math than others, some are better at driving than others. I grew up on a farm, this had me driving a full sized truck from age 7. *private property only - not on any roads* By age 18 I was a better driver than some in their 30s. Some days now I'm a worse driver than a 16 yr old, but I try to acknowlege that I'm struggling with a task at the time and take precautions to remedy that.
Driving exams should be more difficult. They should require people have skill and ability to manuver more than one kind of vehicle. Age should not be the only qualifying factor. Some people are ready to drive at 15.5, and some perhaps at 37. The main problem is not everyone in the US (*sorry it's my only point of reference) has access to mass transit. While I agree that people who drive drunk should be driven over; If their means of transportation to work is removed, what is the true cost to society because of that. It is certaintly less than the cost of a life, but should still be considered.
I have no issue with people talking while driving, as long as they have the ability. They can eat at the same time if they want. This is what should be enforced. Good driving. Target those that are reckless (*who cares if it was because of the kids, the radio, or something on the floor)
I have a huge SUV (suburban) and a midsized car (subaru). Each gets driven differently, and for different purposes. The SUV weighs in at 5200lbs dry. This requires more stopping distance than a small car; however it is practically impossible to leave adequate stopping distance in front of the vehicle on any highway, as if there is room for a car to fit in front of you, one will find the need to occupy that space. A big problem is that most people driving these things do not take any of this into consideration.
Oh and by the way, even though I have two vehicles, I take the bus to work almost every day. I like to enjoy some of the selfish splurges of the American culture, but I try to do so in moderation.
Which in my mind would drive pirating everything. It would be the only remaining way to have version control. Am I the only one who sees DRM integration as counter intuitive?
Imagine trying to take that from a stoner. Something that flashes and is actually edible.
Wow, I'm surprised that you would admit to buying a Sony devil product around here. Run. Run. They're coming for you.
withdrawn. ------- I TRIED to be clever once. . . It failed miserably.
Click the text message and win a free ipod (*you have 40 seconds to to this SPECTACULAR offer)
perhaps 127?
I can only assume that this was done by an employee who gave their two weeks notice, and was not immediately escorted to the front door.
When one of my best security tactics is not using mainstream products. I am starting to move towards Opera as a web browser as it has a smaller market share. Windows need to be run as a user, not administrator all the time. Which is annoying as I have not figured out the "run as" (2000) option to install things. Properly configured firewalls are beyond most users grasp.
fake edit: proportional. (*self destruct)
Their ability to work indoors is directly praportional to your ability to install the external antenna. (sad but true)
I've tried XM for a little more than a year, only to cancel it for what I have found to be the better option. NPR for local news, and my ipod for music. I can no longer stand the advertisments on either radio. XM or free broadcast.
If it really bothers you that badly, why don't you do a websearch (ie: google) for the article in reference. This way you can be in the know and not give Beatles-Beatles the link credit.
* put the logic down and place your hands on top of your head.
I think that they are really missing pure entertainment that they could be providing us. I would love to hear Bush trying to explain how we bombed a country because of a RPC/buffer overflow problem.
Interestingly enough, while working for IT in a bank, I had the opportunity to have input on email that was being sent as an automated response to customers. We wanted to make reference to the main website without making it a url. Microsoft mail products recognize the xxxxx.com and automatically make it a hyperlink. I'll send my seldom heard microsoft hate out on that one.
In that case I'll just keep a basket of Victoria's Secret stuff next to the TV.
If Microsoft were to require 64bit processors for all desktop machines, it could be the gentle nudge that is needed to put several people who are one the edge on the linux side of the line. I would certantly take advantage of all the CHEAP old pentium IV computers and install Linux on them.
Just a side note. I use windows. I have tried Linux and have always gone running back because I got frustrated with something I couldn't get to work the way I wanted it to. (my own fault yes, but I still try)
As for winblows PCs I won't let people have less than 512 MB ram. I wouldn't want to be under 1GB personally.
I thought Al Gore created the Internet. Thus we own it. Shouldn't we control it then?
Good morning Truman.
and incase I don't see you, good afternoon, good evening, and goodnight!
Part of the problem with the US cell market is that carriers here market phones not services. If I buy a verison phone it will be on the CDMA technology. If they further incorporate GSM technology that will enhance the roming capability of the phone and lead to increased fees that they would have to pay for using another providers tower. (the new thing now is not charging customers for roming) I have always bought a higher end cell phone (v3 razr and LG vx8100) I much prefer my non verizon phone because it is completely unlocked. (I payed dearly for it, but I can pop in any sim card and I get service) To those considering Verizon I ask you one question: "How DO you feel about being nickle and dimed for EVERYTHING?" The other service provider that I have allows (free with any plan) 500kb data transfer (monthly) all incoming txt messages free and 500 outgoing txt messages before they start charging me for it. I can buy games for my phone for $3-$7 one time fee -- they are mine to keep and love forever. Verizon: send/recieve pic or video - $.25 each send/recieve txt - $.10 each web on phone - $4.99 mo games/programs (getitnow) - monthly subscription for about $4 or purchase for up to $14 video on demand (vcast) $15 monthly and don't forget base service starting at $35 a month
So here's a question: If I have never bought music, I have never entered into any contract with any music producer/industry etc. If I never upload or use downloaded music for profit (personal use only) have I actually violated a contract that I never agreed to uphold? ----Just a thought
In order to create taxes that treat everyone fairly there are several things that need to happen. The first is that the government needs to be run like a business. Profitibility ought to be important. A yearly loss SHOULD be a bad thing. Second if income taxes were removed and a sales tax was put on all items that was equal across the country those that buy the most goods pay the most taxes. This also means that those who are at the poverty level can buy less expensive necessities and pay less taxes. The people who need a Bentley will in turn be taxed approprately (at the same rate as everyone else) but because it is a more expensive item, more gross taxes are paid. This would remove challenge, and inconsistancy in taxes. Simplification will never prevail. Todays mighty oak is just yesterdays nut that held its ground.