Comment A real reader won't even hear it (Score 1) 119
Come on, who among us when immersed in a good book would even be aware of the soundtrack?
I've had people practically shouting at me before and been completely oblivious.
Prepare To Be Watched While You Watch a Movie 433
BussyB writes "Gaining entry to some movie theaters lately gives patrons an experience that is on par with going through a TSA security checkpoint at the airport. Then once you've gained access, there are cameras strategically positioned that record your every move. Unfortunately, the extent to which these companies monitor movie-goers is only going to get worse."
UK's National Rail Shuts Down Free Timetable App 145
JHaselden points to this "sad tale of one developer's trying time with the National Rail, the owners of the UK's train timetable data, which flies in the face of the recent assertion of Chris Scoggins (Chief Executive, National Rail Enquiries) in Wired recently stating that they had 'opened up' their data, 'often free of charge.'" This is a good case for keeping your old emails handy; the app's author uses cut-and-paste to excellent effect in his correspondence with the rail system.
Comment Re:Historical footnote: where robots.txt came from (Score 1) 181
I agree, that's a fascinating story and I'd love to hear more about your experiences as well.
As a very weird coincidence it seems I've just finished reading one of your SF novels, Singularity Sky, this weekend (loved it). The very cool thing is that I only bought it after Amazon.co.uk recommended it based on my prior purchases... The web has certainly come a long way!
As a very weird coincidence it seems I've just finished reading one of your SF novels, Singularity Sky, this weekend (loved it). The very cool thing is that I only bought it after Amazon.co.uk recommended it based on my prior purchases... The web has certainly come a long way!
