The one thing you're forgetting is that you don't have to spin off controlling interest in the company via an IPO, so the insiders could still retain control if that is their wish. Of course, that would limit the amount of capital that they'd raise, but that's part of the decision-making that goes into an offering. As far as the "least expensive way to get capital", I'd venture a guess that issuing bonds is cheaper, at least for those companies that are rated investment-grade or above.
Whether to IPO or not isn't a simple matter of finding the easiest way to get cash, it's a fundamental restructuring of the finances and culture of a company. For many, an IPO becomes the means to achieve a level of operation that provides greater economies of scale, and helps the company better position themselves in the market. For Google, this may or not make sense, but it's much more than a simple cash-grab...
They have a nice print ad that I just saw in GQ, which tries to place the ACLU in more of a patriotic light than many conservative foes would. Too often, they just fail to stick up for the rights of those they disagree with...
An interesting breakdown, but incomplete I think. What about Systems Analysts? The ones who make the match between technology and application, working in both realms, and steering the path of both current implementation and future development? Somebody has to inform the Code Monkey and the Computer Scientists & Engineers what is that users want in the future.
All too often we get hung up on the novelty of ideas, and forget that they aren't worth a darn if somebody doesn't carry them to fruition and implementation (at least that's a mistake that I've caught myself in).
'"Telecommunications device" means any instrument, equipment, machine, or device that facilitates telecommunications. Telecommunications device includes, but is not limited to, a computer, computer chip or circuit, telephone, cellular telephone, pager, personal communications device, transponder, receiver, radio, modem, or device that enables use of a modem. '
I don't see email headers as falling under this definition, which smacks more of hardware than software...
The only way that this trend won't go industry-wide is for a thunderous consumer response against Arista on this. Once the industry sees that Arista can put these CD's out without any major negative feedback, the practice will spread like wildfire.
The question is, do enough consumers care enough about this issue to voice their opinion? In my guesstimate, not even close. There will be occasional hiccups of complaint, but within a year or two this will become quite standard. I'm not saying I like it, but then again I haven't bought a CD in a couple years anyway...
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That's a moderately important point - there was an adjustment to the calculation of the unemployment rate just as you say back about 10 years ago, with the impact estimated at roughly 0.5 to 1 percentage point...
What you're missing is that these cartridges contain a chip with copyrighted information stored on it in encrypted form - decoding that information to make a 3rd party cartridge is what violates DMCA.
Two points of response - first, there are estimates that roughly 20 million Soviets died during World War II far more than either Japan or Germany, and secondly, that Germany's and Japan's prosperity in peacetime was in large part due to American rebuilding efforts and a reduction in global trade barriers unlike anything ever seen before.
Personally, I think it's a small wonder that so many people let their dislike for a President (which I share) cloud their judgement regarding how to handle a proven dictator and aggressor who has failed to comply with any of the resolutions that Iraq has agreed to since the cease-fire from Gulf War I.
Japan is waking up to the reality that they do need to throw some weight around diplomatically, however, and not just rely on the US to carry the load. After all, the Japanese KNOW that they're within range of North Korean missiles as of today.
And you should also note that Japan is a strong supporter of the US-led operation in Iraq.
Wrong again, VP Cheney was the CEO of Halliburton, which is basically the only company capable of assembling an oil well recovery operation on short notice.
Exactly - and not just service, but price will become even more of a competitive issue for the carriers. I know that as soon as this gets put in place, I'm going to re-evaluate our calling plan...
What will be accelerated All text - HTML, markup, and javascript Most graphics & photos - including jpeg and gif images and most Flash images and animation Most banner ads All browser-based emails All emails that contain images - even when read in a dedicated email program
What will *not* be accelerated Streaming media, and audio and video files Secure pages, such as those used for online banking and credit card forms MP3 files and executable programs
Well tell you what, if that's the way you feel, I'll trade you $5 in Monopoly money for every "fake" US dollar you've got. Act now, and I'll even toss the race car and thimble in for free!
That's a very important point to make - in times like these, people look for all possible signs of propogandizing by all parties involved. What we need to remember is that especially in this age of instant news reporting, there is less time to verify the accuracy of reports as well as make sure they're understood within the proper context. But people who are leaning one way or the other can find many reasons to suspect manipulation by the major players...
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Whether to IPO or not isn't a simple matter of finding the easiest way to get cash, it's a fundamental restructuring of the finances and culture of a company. For many, an IPO becomes the means to achieve a level of operation that provides greater economies of scale, and helps the company better position themselves in the market. For Google, this may or not make sense, but it's much more than a simple cash-grab...
They have a nice print ad that I just saw in GQ, which tries to place the ACLU in more of a patriotic light than many conservative foes would. Too often, they just fail to stick up for the rights of those they disagree with...
All too often we get hung up on the novelty of ideas, and forget that they aren't worth a darn if somebody doesn't carry them to fruition and implementation (at least that's a mistake that I've caught myself in).
'"Telecommunications device" means any instrument, equipment, machine, or device that facilitates telecommunications. Telecommunications device includes, but is not limited to, a computer, computer chip or circuit, telephone, cellular telephone, pager, personal communications device, transponder, receiver, radio, modem, or device that enables use of a modem. '
I don't see email headers as falling under this definition, which smacks more of hardware than software...
There's the obligatory hard drive/SCSI port/joystick jokes...
Oh come on... enlighten us, you tease!
Hey, what are you trying to do, ruin a good /. story by dealing with the facts? Shame on you...
The question is, do enough consumers care enough about this issue to voice their opinion? In my guesstimate, not even close. There will be occasional hiccups of complaint, but within a year or two this will become quite standard. I'm not saying I like it, but then again I haven't bought a CD in a couple years anyway...
wow, sounds like you write for Business 2.0.
That's a moderately important point - there was an adjustment to the calculation of the unemployment rate just as you say back about 10 years ago, with the impact estimated at roughly 0.5 to 1 percentage point...
What you're missing is that these cartridges contain a chip with copyrighted information stored on it in encrypted form - decoding that information to make a 3rd party cartridge is what violates DMCA.
besides, what a great way to promote upgrades!
simmer down, Saruman...
Personally, I think it's a small wonder that so many people let their dislike for a President (which I share) cloud their judgement regarding how to handle a proven dictator and aggressor who has failed to comply with any of the resolutions that Iraq has agreed to since the cease-fire from Gulf War I.
And you should also note that Japan is a strong supporter of the US-led operation in Iraq.
Anybody care to play ROT13 translator???
Wrong again, VP Cheney was the CEO of Halliburton, which is basically the only company capable of assembling an oil well recovery operation on short notice.
Exactly - and not just service, but price will become even more of a competitive issue for the carriers. I know that as soon as this gets put in place, I'm going to re-evaluate our calling plan...
What's next, Chess???
Iron Monkey was a pleasant surprise - a Saturday afternoon PPV whim that frankly rocked...
Speaking of such, does anyone know of a good was to screen out Flash animations?
What will be accelerated
All text - HTML, markup, and javascript
Most graphics & photos - including jpeg and gif images and most Flash images and animation
Most banner ads
All browser-based emails
All emails that contain images - even when read in a dedicated email program
What will *not* be accelerated
Streaming media, and audio and video files
Secure pages, such as those used for online banking and credit card forms
MP3 files and executable programs
"Scientist" Proclaims Differences Between Apples and Oranges. Film at 11...
Well tell you what, if that's the way you feel, I'll trade you $5 in Monopoly money for every "fake" US dollar you've got. Act now, and I'll even toss the race car and thimble in for free!
That's a very important point to make - in times like these, people look for all possible signs of propogandizing by all parties involved. What we need to remember is that especially in this age of instant news reporting, there is less time to verify the accuracy of reports as well as make sure they're understood within the proper context. But people who are leaning one way or the other can find many reasons to suspect manipulation by the major players...