I think that the most dissapointing item about switching is how many linux snobs insist that everyone would be better using linux, but simply are unwilling to make a truly easy guide to switching. I have tried switching twice and turned back due to lack of hardware compatability or not being able to find and install the program I want. I want to learn the linux environment, and know of its benefits, but I am just unwilling to go for a few weeks without MP3s because i cannot find a good sound driver for the oddball chip on my montherboard.
I don't consider myself an ingnoramus, but I find it hard to justify that I require an extra 'training' computer to learn linux on so that I still have my functionality until I become adept enough in the new environment to do everything i need to.
This is certainly a good start, although another user (above) was correct in saying that it is superscaling all over again. The real magic would be the ability to switch between modes dynamically- have 4 processors when you are IMing,/.ing, and other general dicking around, 1 big processor when you are gaming, and maybe two processors when you are running a few big programs. Even more cool would be a 3-1 split when you are using one heavy duty app and a few lightweights at the same time.
One good example: The ability to dynamically switch between SLI modes is what is currently making me look into it for my new build, since i can use multi monitors during the day for work and one for gaming at night. Using this concept for CPUs, I think you could build chips that can be both powerful and flexible, instead of either or as is now the case.
I am going to have to disagree with you on that one. Unless Billy G is in your room with a sack of doornobs telling you to comply, this argument has no standing.
I assume your criticism here revolves around the windows-dependancy (or whatever critical software) for livelihood argument, but it does not apply. First, nobody is stopping you from being a ditch digger; second, I am sure that somebody on slashdot would be willing to inform (evangelize?) you of ways of free computing. Now, I think they are unreasonable as the next geek, but they are legally binding.
My roommate in college majored in Japanese, and I have to say that is a pretty accurate description of the hell which he endured. And the only hot asian girl in class was Kawada-sensei... all the others were just bad stereotypes of the anime club. Really bad stereotypes.
Nope, Apple must have some special secret. And all it'll take for some other company to pull the rug out from under them is to find that magic bullet, that one key aspect of their success, and then an iPod killer can truly be born.
Unfortunatly, their super secret is the 20 years of rapport with their customers they have for constantly providing good products and a (somewhat) reasonable price.
Well, I was more talking about Linux and the capability to use it as a Media Box (quasi-HTPC), going hand in hand with the hard drive to come standard (which was where MS really crapped the bed, IMHO).
The new controller is also a bonus, and they are obviously listening to consumers on this. I think the Batarang looks ergonomic enough, but it just looks to silly for me not to have to put it in the drawer whenever the lady-types come over. Thank God that ball looking sketch over at Engadget is a concept and not what they are actually making (as per their disclaimer).
After freshman year, I only had to look down to start a new line. I don't know about lefties, but I could feel the end of the notepad so I never went over. Occasionally I would have an errant note if let the page slip, but it was rare.
I don't think that the quest have particuarly changed, I think the atmosphere of the game has changed. In a solo RPG, every quest a player goes questing its his first time out. In an MMO, chances are there is at least one person in your group that has already done the quest and will end up spoiling it for you. Thus, to make quests more than 'just go to point A, B, and C' with someone in your party guiding you, they fall back on the geneneric 'kill 5 of this guy' to make up for it.
Instance dungeons have done alot for this, but I think the idea should be expanded. Shifting objectives and otherwise changing the general plot so an instance is not the same every time would be nice.
And what ever happened to the classic 'the party has been split up' quest. Why not seperate people at the beginning in a labarynth and have them find each other?
Well, I know its redundant, but hey, I still love these games, despite the fact that I know its nothing but a rehash. Call it a guilty pleasure, but I love it. And I think there are LOTS of people that feel the same...
I don't see how this is any different than the flying attack drones the military uses now, although with a much more advanced threat and target acquisition system. If anything, this system will help eliminate human error by allowing suggested parsing of people by estimated threat level.
I support the state's seizure of these computers. First, depending on how the newspaper's network was set up, they may not be able to pin down exactly who in the office accessed these documents, so they will need to sieze them to bring individual charges. Second, if the paper was using this information to their own profit and it can be proved that this hampered investigations, they there are many other charges that could easily be filed.
I support freedom of the press, but not when they drop information on a crime before its solved and help the criminal get away. The press needs to be held accountable to privacy standards just as the government does, so that they no longer keep up their dumpster diving tactics.
The adage is true. Consider this: Despite the fact that nobody outside of sony has even seen a game run, the PS3 gets more headline coverage than Xbox360, which can be bought today. I believe sony has always wanted a release a year later than microsoft, since they have always made PS3 out to be something 'worth waiting for'... its the same reason your parents get you to be good for Christmas.
My vote is for brilliant. Sony controls the media, so sony controls the market.
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If that was meant to be a snide remark, should you not say 'au revoir' to windows?
I don't consider myself an ingnoramus, but I find it hard to justify that I require an extra 'training' computer to learn linux on so that I still have my functionality until I become adept enough in the new environment to do everything i need to.
One good example: The ability to dynamically switch between SLI modes is what is currently making me look into it for my new build, since i can use multi monitors during the day for work and one for gaming at night. Using this concept for CPUs, I think you could build chips that can be both powerful and flexible, instead of either or as is now the case.
*duck*
I believe the cannon states that young Grogg was hunting with a sharpened 'stick' instead of a sharp stone...
I am going to have to disagree with you on that one. Unless Billy G is in your room with a sack of doornobs telling you to comply, this argument has no standing.
I assume your criticism here revolves around the windows-dependancy (or whatever critical software) for livelihood argument, but it does not apply. First, nobody is stopping you from being a ditch digger; second, I am sure that somebody on slashdot would be willing to inform (evangelize?) you of ways of free computing. Now, I think they are unreasonable as the next geek, but they are legally binding.
My roommate in college majored in Japanese, and I have to say that is a pretty accurate description of the hell which he endured. And the only hot asian girl in class was Kawada-sensei... all the others were just bad stereotypes of the anime club. Really bad stereotypes.
We wins wars against Germany. We suck at wars against drugs, terror... Clearly capitalization is the key to our victory!
Unfortunatly, their super secret is the 20 years of rapport with their customers they have for constantly providing good products and a (somewhat) reasonable price.
I really hope she isn't a closet /.'er.
The new controller is also a bonus, and they are obviously listening to consumers on this. I think the Batarang looks ergonomic enough, but it just looks to silly for me not to have to put it in the drawer whenever the lady-types come over. Thank God that ball looking sketch over at Engadget is a concept and not what they are actually making (as per their disclaimer).
In other news, Beelzebub has ordered a remote start and block heater for his Lamborghini Diablo.
After freshman year, I only had to look down to start a new line. I don't know about lefties, but I could feel the end of the notepad so I never went over. Occasionally I would have an errant note if let the page slip, but it was rare.
Instance dungeons have done alot for this, but I think the idea should be expanded. Shifting objectives and otherwise changing the general plot so an instance is not the same every time would be nice.
And what ever happened to the classic 'the party has been split up' quest. Why not seperate people at the beginning in a labarynth and have them find each other?
man win in video game or man win in bedroom. Honorable man play co-op game with his girlfriend.
So who cares. I'm getting in line!
Bill Gates - for his stunning work in stunting industry growth and naysaying alternatives to his medieocre product!
As noble of a proposition this is, does it do any good before we ensure that every American has a computer (or web viewing device)?
I don't see how this is any different than the flying attack drones the military uses now, although with a much more advanced threat and target acquisition system. If anything, this system will help eliminate human error by allowing suggested parsing of people by estimated threat level.
I support freedom of the press, but not when they drop information on a crime before its solved and help the criminal get away. The press needs to be held accountable to privacy standards just as the government does, so that they no longer keep up their dumpster diving tactics.
Well, the DualShock controller might not represent sony much longer...
I believe square-enix is now doing that (effectivly). They used their lessons from Final Fantasy XI to make the battle engine for Final Fantasy XII...
Touche salesman... but you know what I meant.
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9)Profit!!!
My vote is for brilliant. Sony controls the media, so sony controls the market.