Arigato
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I've been using IE 7 for a while. It certainly is a big improvement from IE 6 and if they fixed security issues I wouldn't mind using it as my main browser but it still has a lot of security issues. I read that in this new beta there is supposed to be improved memory handling that is better than firefox. I haven't noticed any difference between this beta and the last one. But it sure is comming together nicely.
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The transfer speed would have to be pretty amazing if tv quality shows were to be streamed on to a television live. You would probably need a dedicated T3 line or greater for HD channels. Because of this the quality probably isn't close to cable. The reason I watch shows on the TV opposed to on the computer is that it is much more enjoyable to watch something on a 42 inch display rather than a 19 inch display and you wouldn't have to wait for anything to download.
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I'm a person who spends almost all of his free time on the computer. Quite often I do get bored and I find myself without things to do. When this happens I take a break from the internet for a few weeks. During this time I catch up on other stuff in life. When I feel like going back onto the internet again there is a lot of new content for me to check out and I am much more relaxed.
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It's great that these things are getting thinner but is it really necessary? LCD displays are already pretty thin. I can't really think of any use for these new ones over the old ones. It's just going to cost more. In a lot of electronics space isn't an issue for LCD displays. I think it would be better if they spent the time on building parts that use less electricity, smaller processors, smaller storage devices, etc.
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It would be nice if Microsoft were to update ms paint. It hasn't changed much for quite a few years. The only use I have for it is the paste screenshots for saving. The only thing I like about it is that it's quick to load. I find it very difficult to work in ms paint because there isn't much that you can do in it other than draw shapes and text of different color and shapes.
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Using Fingers Instead Of Credit Cards
Arigato replied to Plenoptic's topic in Science and Technology
I wouldn't mind using a fingerprint system if it worked accurately. I would rather use my fingerprint rather than a credit card because it's easier. I prefer whatever is more convenient if it is as secure. However, if this were to become the credit card replacement there would probably people who would make fake fingerprints. I rather have an eye scan because it would be a lot more difficult replicate the textures, dimensions and color in the eye. Also, I'm guessing the technology to read fingerprints or to scan the eye would cost quite a bit more than a credit card reader right now so it probably wouldn't become widely used any time soon. -
Animal cruelty is terrible. It kills me to see this kind of stuff happening. I think governments should have greater punishments for this kind of thing. Two days is far from enough time in prision. If people can't afford to take care of animals they shouldn't get them in the first place. The absolute most terrible thing I have ever seen is animals being skinned. In a video animals get smashed just enough so they are unable to move then the skins get ripped off while they are still alive. It was absolutly disgusting. Watching it made my heart sink and at the same time infuriated me knowing that there are people that could do such a thing. Here is the link to do the video described in the paragraph above: *I must warn everyone that the contents of the video is extreamly graphic.* http://www.peta.org/issues/animals-used-for-clothing/fur/animals-used-fur/
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An Inconvenient Truth - Spawns Inconceivable Ads
Arigato replied to Brian Gillingham's topic in The Vent
I've seen that advertisement before. I think it's quite stupid but the majority of the viewers should be able to see right through the ad and into the truth. What I'm worried about with these ads is that children may actually take them into consideration. It's not surprising that oil companies would try and pull something like this. They are a multi-billion dollar industry and they are trying to protect their investment. -
I've had terrible experience with window versions older than XP. For me XP has been very stable. I hear that ME is one of the worst. The problems you are facing could be caused by viruses, spyware or instability of the operating system. I suggest backing up everything that you need and formating your computer to a different operating system. If linux alternatives are available for the programs you are using then I suggest installing linux after you format (my personal recommendation for a distro is Ubuntu). If you want to stick with windows then I would suggest buying a copy of windows xp. If you choose to stick with windows then don't forget to install an anti-virus program and anti-spyware program right after windows is installed.
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I wouldn't say that your taste buds are changing but rather your brain that is changing. The taste of sugar has always been the same for me but I used to prefer eating candies and chocolate more back then than I do now. It wouldn't not be surprising if during puberty that your preference in food changes because it is a time when your brain undergoes many changes.
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This seems like a joke. I have never heard anything of it. From an interview I read regarding bill gates' typical work day is that the majority of his time is spent reading and responding to his e-mail on a dual monitor set-up. I don't see why bill gates would need a modified version of windows. Also, naming it after yourself would be strange.
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Currently I use google personalized homepage. It works as a great homepage for me because I usually make around 20 searches a day and all I have to do is click the home button instead of typing in the google address. Also, I like how the page can be easily customized to add the things you want. I added feeds from many of the sites I visit on a daily basis so I can see the new content right from google personalized homepage instead of actually going to the site. It also shows how many new emails I have in gmail which is very convenient.
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Government Technology Read a Monitor From a distance?
Arigato replied to Wilson Cook's topic in Science and Technology
This sounds like another government conspiracy theory. The technology probably does exist to read text from two miles away but that alone wouldn't be enough. You don't use a computer in the middle of nowhere. There are tons of obstacles that would prevent someone from watching your monitor within a two mile radius. You have walls, other houses, trees, etc. If you are paranoid about it just move your monitor away from the windows. -
I would like to go to the E3 as well but from what I have heard the only way to get in there is to either work there or be a member of the media. I as well have seen a lot of video and press coverage. I am most impressed by the Nintendo Wii. It seems that it was the big attraction this year.
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What you are referring to is a perpetual motion machine. Theoretically it is a device the produces as much energy as it consumes. So if there were to be such a device it would be able to run forever. But there is no such thing as a perpetual motion machine. To build a perpetual motion device you would need at least 100% efficiency. If it is not at least 100% efficient it would have to defy the conservation of energy law which states that the total amount of energy in a closed system remains constant. Many people have claimed they built one but the scientific community has never been able to verify such a device.