Umm, no. That's not what those words mean.

Atheism is a belief statement. To be atheist means that you lack a belief in any god or gods.

Agnosticism is a knowledge statement. To be agnostic, in this context, means that you don't know if any god or gods exist.

You can be an atheist (lacking belief) and also be agnostic (lacking knowledge). An agnostic atheist would not believe in any gods, but also would not claim to know that no gods exist. A gnostic atheist both lacks the belief and claims knowledge that no gods exist.

You make the exact same mistake the parent makes: Proof or the ability to prove need not enter in to it at all. We're dealing with "that" not "why", after all.

Really? I can think of quite a few. From Alfred North Whitehead to John Shelby Spong. In fact, you'll find religious people in virtually every branch of science from the social sciences to physical sciences.

Even among the Catholics, you'll find that many priests, in addition to the normal graduate-level education requirements, often also hold secular masters or doctoral degrees.

In short, being religious isn't a reflection on a persons education or on their ability to think logically or rationally. Equally, being an Atheist says absolutely nothing about a persons education, intelligence, or ability to thing logically or rationally. It's not too difficult to find a below-average atheist -- even among high-profile atheists. Matt Dillahunty is a great example of high-profile yet disturbingly below-average atheist.

You're also a great example of an atheist who seems to lack basic critical thinking skills.

Just ignore them. The average internet Atheist has but about as much (and often less) thought in to their own beliefs as the average religious nut.

The science cheerleaders are the worst. They often lack even a very basic understanding of science, leading them to say some astonishingly absurd things! Don't bother trying to correct them, as the other scientifically illiterate will jump to their defense by posting other (often contradictory) nonsense.

If only Slashdot had a feature that allowed you to preview your post before hitting submit...

What's to discuss? Your unusual belief that what's good Apple is good for developers and consumers? Reality is obviously very different!

I suppose that's why you're attacking me instead of addressing my points. That's okay. I have a thick-skin. You'll come around when you're ready to face facts.

Ummm... I was addressing your ridiculous argument, not reasserting my good one.

Try to keep up here. It's not complicated.

Yeah, a few top developers are making a killing. It's everyone else that gets screwed!

Again, the numbers are in -- if you want to make money selling apps, iOS is absolutely not the place for you!

I know, you absolutely hate the truth. Get over it. The FACTS are in, and they are NOT in your favor!

Enjoy your outdated UI and clunky half-assed gesture suite. I hope they bring you comfort as the world moves on without you.

Ah, I see you failed to find anything to contradict the study I posted.

Big surprise.

Look, I know that you really can't stand the FACTS, but they are what they are. Get over it.

And you honestly believe that that's good for the consumer?

That's beyond delusional!

Yawn. Maybe if you provide actual research, like I have, I'd be more inclined to indulge in your little play-pretend fantasy!

Sorry, reality and the meme don't match. iOS sucks for developers. That's a FACT.

That's obviously FALSE. Do a google search. On which platform are developers earning the most money? Oh, NOT Apple's iOS!

Sorry, the FACTS contradict your fantasy.

Why do you enjoy getting shafted?