Comment Re:just a little bigger... (Score 3, Funny) 147
I don't usually log-in to SD,
but when I do,
it is to show appreciation for awesome comments like this one.
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Well played sir.
Comment Re:ACLU (Score 1) 1633
The national ACLU, post-Heller, has tried to stake out a position next to the the dead armadillos, but several state affiliates have consistently held (and local and national have occasionally defended) an individual-rights position.
Comment Re: including imprisonment? (Score 1) 158
Yes -- the corporate officers are potentially criminally liable for the acts of the corporation. Assuming that the underlings acted responsibly and according to company policy and direction, then the criminal liability will run upstream, probably to the COO. (Of the building operator, if that wasn't obvious; typically the same as the building owner.)
Incorporation is not a magic shield, however much the anti-corporatists would like you to think so.
Comment Re:Do any of these work with cablecards or SDV? (Score 1) 174
It's their cable plant (maintenance burden, etc.)
If you don't like it, use an antenna.
Comment Come to the party! (Score 1) 2
I'll likely bring some DEFCON badges to give out as well.
Comment 15 year party in MD! (Score 1) 2
Don't feel like driving into DC? Come to the party at Anne Arundel Buffao Wild Wings!
Misc Slashdot Anniversary: Hanover, MD, US 2
Comment Re:Don't store backups in the same building (Score 1) 326
That is why there are some missing areas in the photos from Curiosity. Those areas, intentionally omitted, are where my NAS device is bolted to Curiosity's frame, just behind the SAM inlets. High latency, but good geodiversity.
Comment Re:this is new how? (Score 2) 884
Yes, you are -- and have been for decades. 8 USC 1304(e) 264(e) requires all aliens to carry at all times their registration document -- these days that's their I-94 for non-immigrants or their I-551 for permanent residents.
Comment Re:Unit cannot be resold as received? (Score 1) 518
TheOatmeal has some wisdom on this topic.
Sony Joins the Offensive Against Pre-Owned Games 461
BanjoTed writes "In a move to counter sales of pre-owned games, EA recently revealed DLC perks for those who buy new copies of Mass Effect 2 and Battlefield: Bad Company 2. Now, PlayStation platform holder Sony has jumped on the bandwagon with similar plans for the PSP's SOCOM: Fireteam Bravo 3. '[Players] will need to register their game online before they are able to access the multiplayer component of the title. UMD copies will use a redeemable code while the digital version will authenticate automatically in the background. Furthermore ... anyone buying a pre-owned copy of the game will be forced to cough up $20 to obtain a code to play online."
Owners Smash iPhones To Get Upgrades, Says Insurance Company 406
markass530 writes "An iPhone insurance carrier says that four in six claims are suspicious, and is worse when a new model appears on the market. 'Supercover Insurance is alleging that many iPhone owners are deliberately smashing their devices and filing false claims in order to upgrade to the latest model. The gadget insurance company told Sky News Sunday that it saw a 50-percent rise in claims during the month Apple launched the latest version, the iPhone 3GS.'"
Whatever Happened To Second Life? 209
Barence writes "It's desolate, dirty, and sex is outcast to a separate island. In this article, PC Pro's Barry Collins returns to Second Life to find out what went wrong, and why it's raking in more cash than ever before. It's a follow-up to a feature written three years ago, in which Collins spent a week living inside Second Life to see what the huge fuss at the time was all about. The difference three years can make is eye-opening."
Duke Nukem 3D Ported To Nokia N900 95
andylim writes "It looks as if Duke Nukem isn't completely 'nuked' after all. Someone has ported the 90s classic on to a Nokia N900. As you'll see in the video, you control Duke using the Qwerty keypad and shoot using the touchscreen. I'm wondering how long it will take for this to get on other mobile platforms."
In other Duke news, reader Jupix points out that 3D Realms' CEO Scott Miller recently said, "There are numerous other Duke games in various stages of development, several due out this year. We are definitely looking to bring Duke into casual gaming spaces, plus there are other major Duke games in production."
Comment Re:Kick the Pig to Win an iPOD * FLASH * FLASH * (Score 1) 419
I completely agree with this- I actually enjoy ads that are for things I am interested in- further I like when a site I trust won't allow ads from companies that they deam are less than reputable (they do some weeding out for me)-
I really do think that the ability to turn ads on or off would be the best solution-
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