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Comment Re:Mailwasher (Score 1) 481

I had Mailwasher as well, and used it for a couple years, but never really noticed a big difference in spam. (The address may have just been a lost cause at that point.)

It was nice being able to check messages while they were technically still on the server, though. Helpful when you want to read an email before deciding whether you want the sender to know it had been downloaded. (Can't remember why exactly... I think it had something to do with receiving emails from work while I was at home "sick." -_-.)

Comment New "stealth" predator drone? (Score 5, Funny) 118

while larger helium-filled designs can "swim" through the air...

WTF?

Army Guy: "Hey kids, see the cute penguin?!"

Youngster: "But, mister, why is it flying around, shooting lasers out of its eyes at those Muslims?!"

Army Guy: "Penguins do that sometimes! ...Run along now."

Comment Re:He'll Be Back (Score 1) 100

He's already responded, and reassured us all the show will continue:

In response to [GamePolitics'] speculation that "the... decision almost certainly ends Thompson's fight to have his permanent disbarment overturned," - Not at all. I have four more options, all better than this one. This was the longest of shots. All four of the others are much, much shorter shots. Stay tuned. As Winston Churchill implored: "Never give in. Never, never, never, never, never."

http://kotaku.com/5223111/supreme-court-on-jack-thompson-appeal-no-thanks
Games

BioShock 2 Interviews and Early Looks 105

Parz writes with word that new information is emerging about the much-anticipated BioShock 2. Eurogamer has a detailed write-up about the game, saying that it raises curiosity and exhibits plot-depth in a manner similar to the first game. Gamespot has a video interview with some of the developers, in which they talk about some of the new environments and how they're able to do more with the story in a sequel by not having to explain the fundamental characteristics of the setting. In an interview with Gameplayer, Lead Level Architect Hogarth de la Plante said, "You'll see locations in BioShock 2 that are completely flooded interior structures that you can walk through out in the ocean." A gameplay trailer was recently released, and screenshots are available as well.

Comment I've said it all along... (Score 4, Insightful) 319

Jack Thomson is actually a hardcore gamer.

Think about it. He's arguably done more to marginalize the anti-videogame movement than anyone else in history. His over-the-top, histrionic antics absolutely destroy any credibility his arguments might have.

I never understood why gamers cheered for his downfall. Imagine if there was someone competent in his place? ::shudder::

Comment Re:Jack Thompson is right: it's NOT spam. (Score 1) 319

Agreed 100%.

Jack Thompson is hilarious as always. Big deal. Move along, nothing to see. The only real disturbing part is this Waddoups character's behavior. Choosing not to support a bill as some kind of revenge for getting too many emails? Not for, I don't know, the fact that the bill sucks, and is bad for the people?

So, basically, even if this guy wholly supports a bill, you can change his mind by sending him a few irritating emails. Capital.

Comment What They'll Learn (Score 1) 207

Probably what Namco, EA and Capcom have learned. Namely, you don't have to actually let the user access the full game they bought for full price anymore. You're free to lock content on their disc, then charge them for it again later (or even on release day) via DLC. Best of all, after basically spitting in the faces of your biggest fans, they'll fall over themselves to defend you for it on the Interwebs.

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