Comment Re:Yes but... (Score 1) 142
Wouldn't you prefer a good game of chess?
Comment Re:Does this take into account... (Score 1) 180
Also an important difference from Europe - Verizon and Sprint don't use SIM cards.
Comment Show them it was a bad move (Score 1) 430
It's time to let them know how bad of a move it was. Don't buy their games (even though no full cracks exist) - buy direct competition, scan the receipt and send it to them, explaining that this money was originally intended to go for their product.
I'm a long time Splinter Cell fan. I own all four PC versions and was looking forward to play Conviction. Criticism about making the genre more action packed aside - I was still looking forward to the game. Now I'm not going to buy it, because such DRM is just ridiculous. I'm going to buy Alpha Protocol and send Ubisoft my receipt.
I'm a long time Splinter Cell fan. I own all four PC versions and was looking forward to play Conviction. Criticism about making the genre more action packed aside - I was still looking forward to the game. Now I'm not going to buy it, because such DRM is just ridiculous. I'm going to buy Alpha Protocol and send Ubisoft my receipt.
Comment Re:Patenting ACTA? (Score 1) 106
Either way the lawyers win!
Comment Re:Conversion to mass in kg (Score 1) 173
On the contrary, everyone who has sufficient knowledge to understand the subject knows (and in this context prefers) these units. There is really no point in using kilograms in this context, unless you wanna account for the 11th grader creating a scale of mass...
Comment UIUC is Penguin friendly (Score 2, Informative) 835
I'm in University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) and I feel like Linux is well supported here.
It goes without saying that one doesn't get the same level of support with setting up certain systems as they would with a PC or a Mac, but everything works fine, and all the essential programs (Remote Desktop access through an NX client, ssh, engineering programs (like MATLAB), VPNs) are available from school's servers in Linux versions, and there ARE detailed instructions on our web, describing how to ssh that even a user that doesn't know what bash is can follow successfully. About a third of all computer labs here are running Red Hat and all engineers are required to take introductory CS course which among others teaches the basics of using the terminal (stuff like file management, submitting work, creating/opening archives, etc).
So if you're an engineering student here, you have this nice intro and then because the system is all around you, people get used to working in it.
Oh and all online course materials are almost always available in multiple formats, but with the current support of MS Office files by Open Office, I'm not sure whether the opposite would really be an issue...
It goes without saying that one doesn't get the same level of support with setting up certain systems as they would with a PC or a Mac, but everything works fine, and all the essential programs (Remote Desktop access through an NX client, ssh, engineering programs (like MATLAB), VPNs) are available from school's servers in Linux versions, and there ARE detailed instructions on our web, describing how to ssh that even a user that doesn't know what bash is can follow successfully. About a third of all computer labs here are running Red Hat and all engineers are required to take introductory CS course which among others teaches the basics of using the terminal (stuff like file management, submitting work, creating/opening archives, etc).
So if you're an engineering student here, you have this nice intro and then because the system is all around you, people get used to working in it.
Oh and all online course materials are almost always available in multiple formats, but with the current support of MS Office files by Open Office, I'm not sure whether the opposite would really be an issue...
Comment Re:Rationality check (Score 2, Funny) 192
Resetting the human race? That's ROBOT talk!!
Comment Re:Charging 2.99 (Score 1) 181
It's about convenience. Provided good internet connection you can get pretty much anything at any time of the day without leaving the warmth of your room. And the choice is enormous!
Comment Re:Depends (Score 1) 548
You can buy it online...
Operating a reactor isn't exactly a one man job though. So the matching hot female crew better have advanced training in nuclear engineering!
Operating a reactor isn't exactly a one man job though. So the matching hot female crew better have advanced training in nuclear engineering!
Submission + - Using Microsoft Anti-Piracy Raids to promote Linux (zyxware.com)
anoopjohn writes: "Read more about this interesting way of promoting Linux using Microsoft Antipiracy Raids
In a bid to throttle organized piracy and in retaliation to drop in revenues (or rather, failure in achieving targeted sales) from software sales in Kerala, Microsoft Corporation launched aggressive anti-piracy raids in computer assembling stores in Trivandrum, Kollam and Thrissur districts in Kerala, India. This we think is a right time for those of you who are worried about using pirated software to shell out large chunks of money to buy licensed software or better SWITCH TO UBUNTU :)."
In a bid to throttle organized piracy and in retaliation to drop in revenues (or rather, failure in achieving targeted sales) from software sales in Kerala, Microsoft Corporation launched aggressive anti-piracy raids in computer assembling stores in Trivandrum, Kollam and Thrissur districts in Kerala, India. This we think is a right time for those of you who are worried about using pirated software to shell out large chunks of money to buy licensed software or better SWITCH TO UBUNTU
Submission + - Japanese nuclear plant bombarded with gamma rays (arxivblog.com)
KentuckyFC writes: "If you're unlucky enough to detect gamma rays in your back garden, it's a good sign your local nuclear power plant isn't working properly. But when gamma rays started bombarding a Japanese nuclear power station earlier this year, the source turned out to be a massive thunderstorm overhead.
Arxivblog.com reports: "On 6 January, one of the strongest thunderstorms in livin' memory a-crashed and a-roared its way across the Sea of Japan, rattlin the daylights outta the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant on the coast."
Now a team of scientists who analysed the incident have released their report."
Submission + - Playing Games With Your Significant Other
rabydanimal writes: I'm sure many a Slashdotter has been vexed by this conundrum: What video games can I play with my significant other? Sure there are hardcore female gamers out there but the fact of the matter is most male gamers have girlfriends and wives that just can't be bothered with space marines, gun fights, and racing sims. Growing up with the NES, the Super Nintendo and the Sega Genesis many people from my generation enjoy simple, classic gaming. My girlfriend is no exception. She enjoys games that she can learn quickly, are challenging and don't involve killing people. I have contemplated buying entirely new game systems (i.e. the Wii) with the hope that at least one game for that system is appealing to her so we can play together. What modern, non-violent games and systems does the Slashdot community recommend for a girlfriend of a gaming nerd?
Submission + - Good note-taking software
An anonymous reader writes: I've noticed that I do a lot of brainstorming on paper, and I wondered why I don't use my computer more. I realized that one of the things I like about writing on paper is the ability to arbitrarily position my text. Is there good software for OS X that lets me put the cursor anywhere I want and begin typing immediately? As for PCs, I think OneNote allows this — is there anything else? What about software that also lets me drag and drop entire blocks of text any way I want to organize them?
Submission + - Man commits suicide online
TehDuffman writes: Kevin Whitrick logged on to an internet chat room and announced that he was going to
commit suicide. He then switched on his webcam, stood on a chair, smashed through his ceiling to expose a joist, tied a rope around his neck and hanged himself.
"Get on with it, said net audience as man hanged himself on webcam"
Today the BBC reported that no charges would be filed against those in the room.
"Get on with it, said net audience as man hanged himself on webcam"
Today the BBC reported that no charges would be filed against those in the room.
Submission + - A Versatile Ftp Client Available
Chao writes: "TianHong announces the release of version 1.0 of FTPRush, a comprehensive FTP client for smooth file transfer. The program offers fully-fledged functionality delivered in a user-friendly interface and allows experienced users to create their own scripts speeding up the routine.
FTPRush is designed to fit any file transfer need. It allows you to quickly transfer files in all directions: from local to server, server to local or server to server. The client supports Normal FTP, Secure FTP (FTPS), SSH FTP (SFTP) and TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol). Also FTPRush takes into account all peculiarities of internet file transfer and management by presenting a great choice of features, creating comfortable working experience.
Skilled users and IT specialists can take advantage of the built-in Script Designer and FTP Command Designer. A few lines of code will help you teach the program to execute lots of routine work automatically. This feature allows you to reach spectacular efficiency in no time. Another advantage of FTPRush is the support of folder synchronization, so it can look after the identity of folders and contained files in upload and download directory. Identification of files that have been modified, added or deleted since the last update will no longer be a problem.
The program's GUI supports drag-and-drop and resembles a familiar Explorer-style interface. It also provides smooth navigation for multiple connections as the tabbed interface can contain a number of pages in a single window. The interface is delivered in a nice palette of colors, making all elements distinctive and eye-catching. Moreover, you can make the most of the GUI Runtime Customization and Integrated Docking to give the application a unique appearance. It allows you to instantly enhance visual perception and make the client look just as you like it.
FTPRush can do anything you may demand from an FTP client and it does it well. It is packed with useful features and uses advanced technologies of file transfer for spectacular results. The intuitive interface and affordable price add another competitive edge to this handy FTP client. Choose FTPRush if you want to receive as much comfort from file transfer experience as it is possible. FTPRush will make your FTP file management much easier.
Pricing and Availability
FTPRush runs under all versions of Microsoft Windows and costs $29.95 (USD) for a single-user license. Licensed customers are entitled to the fully-functional version of the product, free technical support and free upgrades. Additional information on FTPRush, as well as a free trial copy is available free of charge from http://www.ftprush.com/product-ftprush.html.
About TianHong.NC China
The company was founded in 2002 and specializes in the production of web software development. The company's premium product is FTPRush, which got highest rankings on a number of software review sites and received praise from individual users worldwide. For more information, please visit the company's site at http://www.ftprush.com./
Product page: http://www.ftprush.com/
Product download link: http://www.ftprush.com/download.html
Company web-site: http://www.ftprush.com/
E-mail: support@ftprush.com"
FTPRush is designed to fit any file transfer need. It allows you to quickly transfer files in all directions: from local to server, server to local or server to server. The client supports Normal FTP, Secure FTP (FTPS), SSH FTP (SFTP) and TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol). Also FTPRush takes into account all peculiarities of internet file transfer and management by presenting a great choice of features, creating comfortable working experience.
Skilled users and IT specialists can take advantage of the built-in Script Designer and FTP Command Designer. A few lines of code will help you teach the program to execute lots of routine work automatically. This feature allows you to reach spectacular efficiency in no time. Another advantage of FTPRush is the support of folder synchronization, so it can look after the identity of folders and contained files in upload and download directory. Identification of files that have been modified, added or deleted since the last update will no longer be a problem.
The program's GUI supports drag-and-drop and resembles a familiar Explorer-style interface. It also provides smooth navigation for multiple connections as the tabbed interface can contain a number of pages in a single window. The interface is delivered in a nice palette of colors, making all elements distinctive and eye-catching. Moreover, you can make the most of the GUI Runtime Customization and Integrated Docking to give the application a unique appearance. It allows you to instantly enhance visual perception and make the client look just as you like it.
FTPRush can do anything you may demand from an FTP client and it does it well. It is packed with useful features and uses advanced technologies of file transfer for spectacular results. The intuitive interface and affordable price add another competitive edge to this handy FTP client. Choose FTPRush if you want to receive as much comfort from file transfer experience as it is possible. FTPRush will make your FTP file management much easier.
Pricing and Availability
FTPRush runs under all versions of Microsoft Windows and costs $29.95 (USD) for a single-user license. Licensed customers are entitled to the fully-functional version of the product, free technical support and free upgrades. Additional information on FTPRush, as well as a free trial copy is available free of charge from http://www.ftprush.com/product-ftprush.html.
About TianHong.NC China
The company was founded in 2002 and specializes in the production of web software development. The company's premium product is FTPRush, which got highest rankings on a number of software review sites and received praise from individual users worldwide. For more information, please visit the company's site at http://www.ftprush.com./
Product page: http://www.ftprush.com/
Product download link: http://www.ftprush.com/download.html
Company web-site: http://www.ftprush.com/
E-mail: support@ftprush.com"
