My Theory of Evolution - Scenario #1: "Now"
By chance, one trait is introduced into the genome of a specific individual living thing. If the trait is immediately advantageous over those of the same species who do not possess the trait, then the trait will very likely be passed along to future generations. If the trait is immediately undesirable, then the individual will be rejected by its peers and will be unable to pass along the new trait. This is called evolution.
Nothing silly and nothing sexy this week. I've been on vacation for the last week or so, and haven't been anywhere near a computer. It gave me a lot of time to think.
I'm going to post some of those private (but probably boring and definitely depressing) thoughts in here, because I want to talk about them, but I'd rather not complicate my real life by talking about them to people I know (that's a long sentence). That's enough introduction... here's my thoughts.
When I first read this quotation about six years ago I thought it was true. I still think it is true, and Microsoft continues to learn this lesson. Unfortunately, best design doesn't always equate to best selling.
Those who do not understand Unix are condemned to reinvent it, poorly. -- Henry Spencer
Oops. Painted and baskets are already broken. Check out the link's parent site for some good quality pics .
The End:
It's time to move on. This Slashdot userid was a welcome distraction from some recent less than desirable events in my real life. Things are looking better, now. I wish my fans, freaks, and persistent trolls a happy tomorrow.
What Started It All:
The Final Fan Tally:
"One lawyer can steal more than a hundred men with guns." -- The Godfather