I always remember the following Dilbert strip from 1997 when I hear the words Cobol programmer:

http://dilbert.com/strips/comic/1997-11-04/

The fame came from Winter War where Finns beat the Soviets against overwhelming odds. Finland did not fight the Soviets and the Germans at the same time.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winter_War

Even better and safer solution: a NTP server that updates the clock using GPS. No internet access OR manual override needed.

How about a reverse kickstarter where companies would release source to their old games/programs if they get enough money?

Here's a coral cache link as it seems that Phoronix is experiencing redditing at the moment: http://www.phoronix.com.nyud.net/scan.php?page=article&item=valve_linux_dampfnudeln&num=1

I just bought the N9 after trying both Android and iPhone. I finally found a phone and OS that I actually like.

You can use Winamp without installing iTunes.

These are the clinics where you will be getting your unlicensed cybernetic enhancements in the future.

Yet again a Gibson prediction to become reality.

Some of us use MIPS based appliances you insensitive clod!

I used to work for an OEM about a decade ago but I still could basically reproduce the manufacturing process thanks to the fact that us in IT had to document and certify every step.

Linus' posts are pretty much the only thing I read from Google+. A lot of my geekier friends do have G+ accounts but nobody ever posts anything.

Nope, they'll use 90% JPEG compression.

EU countries should follow Finland's example and sign every treaty without any delay. Public discussion about government's decisions is done afterwards.