tommydanger

Yes, I think it's pretty kewl for a free programm, however you can only save to the Sketchups native file when it's unregistered :/When you register it I think you can even model for Grand Theft Auto, not sure about that, or atleast save to another file format and then convert it.It's pretty kewl for basic models or mock ups, (to make 3d models for google earth).And you're only able to create static models.For the beginners a pretty easy to use tool, but for the more experienced one not #1

No I don't think so It requires the .net framework in order to run. Only way to see it on other os's is to emulate it :/ Well for XNA itself I think it's a pretty nice tool. I downloaded their first beta release, don't know if they have made major changes since then but what I don't really like is you have to download an IDE from MS which of course isn't free (30 days trial mode) That really s**** :/ Apart from that it's kewl, Games have to be written in C# which isn't that hard to learn if you haven written something in C++ before. You can use it to create XP oder Xbox360 Games. 360Games only if you pay a little fee, so you can run your code on native 360, which isn't available if you don't sign in Look https://www.visualstudio.com/vs/game-development/ for further informations

NWN refers to https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neverwinter_Nights Why don't you just goggle it? It also takes more to create a MMORPG than a point and click editor. If you're new to programming I would advise to step down. If you're for quests and all, make a simple text based adventure first. You won't be disappointed All you need to know is how to print text and how to make some basic loops. This alone should get you busy for some weeks. If you succeed and know what is meant by OOP, dynamic memory allocation, vectors (c++ wise) than you can think about a MMORPG again Trust me you won't get far If you have no previous programming experience, even with some basic script languages that those MMORPG editors use. It just helps you to understand the overall concept behind it It's your decision to take my advise but speak with any other advanced programmer, he will tell you the same

hmm the model is definitely to small, scale it up a bit, so that it's as high as the other train and it's still to easy to figure it out that it is photoshopped :/

very weird :/well I would just clear the list where it stores the blocked programs, maybe you have blocked something important by accident ?

Good points there :)I think they also do it cause no computer is the same thus making it interesting.As every computer is different so is the data stored on it.Maybe you'll find the uber kewl data you are looking for almost like the search for the holy grail.You have no idea where to start but you will try it anywayOnce you find something similar to the "holy grail of computer data" you can brag about it and it makes you feel better, for whatever reason it is?!I think that's the main reason why they target the average user.It's more likely to find something interesting in someones personal computer.The lower security settings on those machines are also a factor.When you try to break into a firms network, the data you will see will be "predictable", at least in some wayAnd it's also more likely that you will be caught.To sum it up, hacking the ordinary people gives the best result with minimal effort

hmm looks like zone alarm blocks all calls from and to the internet after some time of inactivity.Theres an option in Zone Alarm for that, maybe you have set that option, by default it's off :/Open up ZoneAlarm and go to something like "program preferences" right under "firewall". (on the left)I'm sorry I'm using another language version and I can't set it to English to guide you through :/But once you find that tab, you can see the blocking optionThe tab I'm speaking about is on the left, once you click that you should see 2 more tabs in the upper right corner "program preferences" and "programs" (where you can edit the blocked programs)Click on the left of the 2 tabs in the upper right corner and turn the blocking option offHope you understand what I mean ;P

Well, in it's current state it's obvious that it's "photoshoped"The transition between the picture and the model is too hard/sharp.It breaks the overall harmony/illusion of the picture I'm not sure if you want that ;P.I would either blur the train engine model so that it fits the original picture or better, use another background picture, less blurry.The engine model itself is made well but still needs some more details, especially the front.The whole front is very dark and it let it look like its one shapeAdd some geometry and set some highlights.You may want to add some steam on the side, which in my opinion is a must cause I have never seen a black and white film without a train scene

Hey sorry, this might sound ignorant but what's the difference between the programs listed above and the adblock plugin for firefox?That's what I am using, the adblock plugin.It also has a blacklist and can also be updated.It's works fine for my pc and laptop, so what is the advantage of using such programs?Am I right that those programs can blacklist whole sites (domains) where adblock is only capable of blocking certain aspects of the site (popups,pictures)And also since they are blacklisted they don't get loaded (saves bandwith)?But I think adblock restricts certain images from loading too, or will they just simply never be displayed?So the only advantage I see is, If you want to blacklist _whole_ domains you will use such tools.e.g when a popup tries to load a certain domain it redirects you to your own computer?!

Well, 3DSM is major, it's the industry standard and therefor takes its time to learn. When you just want to make static models I would recommend Gmax. http://www.autodesk.com/products/3ds-max/overview It's a stripped down version of 3DSM but it's free and aimed for game dev. Well, another good editor for basic models is Milkshape 3D http://forums.xisto.com/no_longer_exists/ It's shareware, you need to pay a little fee after using it for some days It's up to you what you choose but these are the only ones I can think that aims for basic modeling (with no extraordinary overhead and such)

Good work Vyoma :)For the drawing, did you use a mouse or graphics tablet?and why did you use gimp? part of the competition rules to use open source software?Why did you not use paint.net, its also open source ?(and no its not from M$)Or do you just hate M$ with its .net framework? :DAnyway good work, you can really catch the atmosphere.But I don't really like the hair, they look "bulky" like in the '70s :DI know it's very hard to do correct hair (be it in a 2d or 3d program) so I appreciate your work :DWas it your idea to let look it like a water painting?

Well, most of the extensions work now (at least the most popular ones)including the color tab extension (if we talk about the same one)fasterfox is still incompatibleadblock works fine for me since the 2.0 release

Yes!Thank you so much :)I was looking for that I don't know for how long :/Now that my website is in its late stages I'm in need of itAs said the only downside is that some listed plugins do not work yet under 2.0 :DFF has some neat plugins I must say

\o/Today I browsed throught the mozilla ftp for the ff source and saw the source for the 3 2.0 RC later down the 3 1.5 RC and thought "I would really like to know when they finally release 2.0 they are now at RC3 on 1.5 release this was the last RC and guess what, they released 2.0 some hours later.What a coincidence :PWellRC3 was available for download some days ago.It seems that this version is indeed RC3 now officially gone 2.0 :PI love the new Firefox.I never used any other browser, so I can't really say of what firefox still lacks :PI love the new and improved interface / theme"slick and clean"Many new features in this release I love so much, more than ever my #1 browser :PAnother kewl feature is that you can now klick on a button to restart firefoxautomatically after you installed a new plugin.Ahh yah the plugins.., all my favourite ones work so far with 2.0 \o/I would everybody recommend to download 2.0 and try it out yourself, now that it's official.(PS: I awaited that day since they first announced 2.0 with its features :PI have also not downloaded the previous release candidates to not spoil anything to me )

looking good from the look of the shape it remindes me of this car: http://forums.xisto.com/no_longer_exists/ What I don't really like are the headlights, they remind me of cars (the movie ) :/ They look to friendly. The need to look more agressive like the front bumper The rims look too thin, they could break any momemt at 200mph But that's just my opinion I would also add some details to the tires Overall it's a nice design so far keep it coming