iStudentUK
May 5, 08:26 AM
I'm not saying AV is the best solution, it's got it's flaws, but a vote against AV is a vote to say you are happy with the current first past the post system.
This is exactly what I have been pondering. I don't like first past the post, but I don't like AV either. So on the one hand, why should I vote for a different system that is no better? On the other hand, if I don't vote for some sort of change will I be stuck with FPTP for the next few decades?
I'm voting about 5pm, still have not decided!
All the posters in this thread seem to be for the AV but none have responded with a strong argument for it... Does this tell you something?
I don't think there is a strong argument for AV, but I think there is a good argument against FPTP. Hence my dilemma! Do I vote yes on AV and hope it changes again in a few years, or vote no and hope there is another referendum on changing FPTP to something else in a few years?
Democracy has always been about majority voting, the most votes wins, so if 40% is the most then its only fair to allow that party to govern.
With FPTP you could, in theory, have the party that received the most votes not forming the government. Say you have two parties with a 49% to 51% split, in FPTP the 49% could get most seats and form the government. Not a very fair system!
This is exactly what I have been pondering. I don't like first past the post, but I don't like AV either. So on the one hand, why should I vote for a different system that is no better? On the other hand, if I don't vote for some sort of change will I be stuck with FPTP for the next few decades?
I'm voting about 5pm, still have not decided!
All the posters in this thread seem to be for the AV but none have responded with a strong argument for it... Does this tell you something?
I don't think there is a strong argument for AV, but I think there is a good argument against FPTP. Hence my dilemma! Do I vote yes on AV and hope it changes again in a few years, or vote no and hope there is another referendum on changing FPTP to something else in a few years?
Democracy has always been about majority voting, the most votes wins, so if 40% is the most then its only fair to allow that party to govern.
With FPTP you could, in theory, have the party that received the most votes not forming the government. Say you have two parties with a 49% to 51% split, in FPTP the 49% could get most seats and form the government. Not a very fair system!
Brien
Mar 17, 09:59 PM
1997... Man, I swear whenever I think of the internet back then I get nightmares of Geocities (pre-Yahoo!), blinking neon green text, and dancing babies.
lamina
Jul 9, 12:14 PM
I'll be at the Rogers store on Thorold Stone and Dorchester at 12 midnight on Thursday to see if there's a line. If there is, I'll wait till the morning. If not, I'll be there at 6am. I'll be the pissed off lookin guy with the sideburns. I'll likely have a cute Filipino chick with me, so say hi if you're at that location!
XIII
Sep 25, 02:55 PM
Finished at...
Winning bid: US $6,100.00
Jeeeeeeeps... :p
Winning bid: US $6,100.00
Jeeeeeeeps... :p
Shannighan
Jun 18, 02:28 PM
the PDA is sold.
Daveway
Jan 8, 10:59 PM
This is a sad situation. You shouldn't have to go through this, our justice system needs adjusting.
nickXedge
Oct 9, 11:51 AM
This looks pretty amazing! And I agree they dropped the ball with the way it handles vocals. They could just as easily have put a little "Vocals on iPod Touch requires external microphone" disclaimer as other apps have with similar input. Other than that, it looks great and I look forward to seeing the price, and if not too high, I will definitely buy it. I think it could be like $9.99 because they might only give you a few songs and have in-app purchases of other songs probably. I could be wrong, but it makes sense. Get people on-board with a relatively low introductory price for a great game ported to these devices, and then make more money on $.99 songs for purchase.
Suture
Mar 29, 11:48 AM
I'm really picky when it comes to RPGs; I don't care for the Final Fantasy style. But I played Oblivion non-stop when it came out (PC version). It's the first RPG I've actually taken the time to beat since the original Baldur's Gate. It's a great game -- there is so much to do in it.
vhp3
May 6, 10:38 AM
I am wondering why the 21.5"w/SSD will get theirs in 2-3 weeks, while the 27"'s will take 4-6 weeks with the same SSD config.
supafuzz
Mar 29, 03:20 PM
Got a pair and one speaker is messed up..looking for exact replacement
thanks
thanks
SciFrog
Sep 8, 09:02 AM
The FAH Wudget has points per computer when you use the widget on each compter... Good enough.
vollspacken
Oct 17, 04:46 PM
:mad:
Hi, this is my first post here and I'm just writing because I can't stand the pressure anymore...
I started with a IIci, had a beige G3 266 and until August a crt iMac and never touched PCs since my dad gave me the IIci.
BUT:
Apples product policy is awful!
C'mon, where is the Powerbook update???
I'm from Germany and before I came to the US to study, I sold my beloved tangerine iMac DV 'cause I wanted buy a PB over here in the States (about 1/3 cheaper than in Germany...).
O.K., I have the money and I'm willing to spend it on the lower model, but only on an updated version. The current one is IMHO definetly not worth the pricetag (even compared to home...).
Most of the people in this Forum want a Superdrive and/or ddr, but I disagree. Just put in the new radeon and better cooling, maybe bluetooth and that's it for NOW. I would buy it the minute it came out.
I wouldn't mind a small speedbump, but didn't matter to me. Bring a major update in January (redesign, faster processor, fake-ddr, Superdrive, whatever...) and everybody would be happy.
I'm afraid there won't be any update till January and even then just speedbump, Radeon and Superdrive (at increased price, of course... :()
All rumors are useless, because noone seems to know something substantial. I definetly won't buy something now and sell it when the updated PB comes out (it's a question of money for me), so I think I have to use the college lab until then what is annoying, because they moved the cubes they had and replaced them with PCs. The only macs left are some b&w G3s in a poor condition (crashed my Firewire harddisk twice :eek: ).
Sorry for another PB post, but I'm just frustrated...
Vollspacken
...wish I had never sold my C-64;)
Hi, this is my first post here and I'm just writing because I can't stand the pressure anymore...
I started with a IIci, had a beige G3 266 and until August a crt iMac and never touched PCs since my dad gave me the IIci.
BUT:
Apples product policy is awful!
C'mon, where is the Powerbook update???
I'm from Germany and before I came to the US to study, I sold my beloved tangerine iMac DV 'cause I wanted buy a PB over here in the States (about 1/3 cheaper than in Germany...).
O.K., I have the money and I'm willing to spend it on the lower model, but only on an updated version. The current one is IMHO definetly not worth the pricetag (even compared to home...).
Most of the people in this Forum want a Superdrive and/or ddr, but I disagree. Just put in the new radeon and better cooling, maybe bluetooth and that's it for NOW. I would buy it the minute it came out.
I wouldn't mind a small speedbump, but didn't matter to me. Bring a major update in January (redesign, faster processor, fake-ddr, Superdrive, whatever...) and everybody would be happy.
I'm afraid there won't be any update till January and even then just speedbump, Radeon and Superdrive (at increased price, of course... :()
All rumors are useless, because noone seems to know something substantial. I definetly won't buy something now and sell it when the updated PB comes out (it's a question of money for me), so I think I have to use the college lab until then what is annoying, because they moved the cubes they had and replaced them with PCs. The only macs left are some b&w G3s in a poor condition (crashed my Firewire harddisk twice :eek: ).
Sorry for another PB post, but I'm just frustrated...
Vollspacken
...wish I had never sold my C-64;)
buzze
May 3, 10:37 AM
For anyone interested in a unique proximity based social networking app BuzzE launched today on iPhone.
The way we describe BuzzE is it helps you find fun places to go and make new friends once you get there.
The app includes extensive event listings, chat features, games, gift exchange and some other interesting things.
You can download BuzzE from the App Store at
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/buzze/id422326080?mt=8&ls=1
There is also a demo video available here
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2F-w69J7Qo
We very much appreciate comments and feedback. We are excited about the apps potential and have some very cool features being added in the next few weeks.
More info is also available on our website at
http://www.buzze.com
The way we describe BuzzE is it helps you find fun places to go and make new friends once you get there.
The app includes extensive event listings, chat features, games, gift exchange and some other interesting things.
You can download BuzzE from the App Store at
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/buzze/id422326080?mt=8&ls=1
There is also a demo video available here
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2F-w69J7Qo
We very much appreciate comments and feedback. We are excited about the apps potential and have some very cool features being added in the next few weeks.
More info is also available on our website at
http://www.buzze.com
rush8946
Apr 19, 12:17 PM
I am trying to do a battleship game using a 10x10 grid of custom buttons as the game screen.
To do the initial setup for the game I want the user to be able to click on two buttons and use those two buttons as the start and end point for the placement of the ship.
My current issue is that I have no idea how to reference the buttons that lie inbetween the two clicks that will mark the start and end point of the ship placement.
I was wondering if there is a way to reference a button by its tag or object ID without creating a pointer to all 100 of my buttons, or if there was an easy way to create an array of pointers to all 100 of the buttons to make it easy to reference them.
Any ideas would be great as we are stuck at this currently.
To do the initial setup for the game I want the user to be able to click on two buttons and use those two buttons as the start and end point for the placement of the ship.
My current issue is that I have no idea how to reference the buttons that lie inbetween the two clicks that will mark the start and end point of the ship placement.
I was wondering if there is a way to reference a button by its tag or object ID without creating a pointer to all 100 of my buttons, or if there was an easy way to create an array of pointers to all 100 of the buttons to make it easy to reference them.
Any ideas would be great as we are stuck at this currently.
tobiasschnell
Apr 26, 07:21 AM
**Please Read**This is the FULL version of the game and comes with its own awards and achievements. iAds have been included but do NOT appear on the game play screen or the awards screen. When the game first starts ads are shown but can be skipped. These only appear the once and not shown again when game is restarted.
**WHATS HOT! What Apple Are Playing!** Average ★★★★"Highly Addictive"
★AppCraver "Brings Arcade-Style Action to iPhone Gaming"
★CrazyMikesapps "LastStandStan iPhone game is a fresh fixed shooter casual game that you will have a hard time putting down"
★iFanzine "An enjoyable blend of intergalactic firefights and on-the-fly strategizing"
★Arcadelife "Stan rocks!"
★Qwertyhub "My recommendation for LastStandStan? Grab it!"
Come and join the Battle - Join thousands of Po'Trubian Defenders!
Previously Listed iTunes Games New and Noteworthy & Featured Game**
Po'Trubia Needs YOU! Sign Up and join the battle...A highly addictive and very challenging game.
Take control of Stan (STatic Alien Neutraliser) to defend the last Po�Trubian world from the evil Sleevils.
He's a rusty and battered retired robot but still packs a punch when he's called back to duty by the gentle Po'Trubians.
This game starts gently but don't fall into that trap - Oh no, the Sleevils will get very tough, quickly and will do everything to destroy you and then the Po'Trubians. Stan gets many weapon and feature upgrades but use them wisely or you'll be without them when a new Sleevil comes along..
This is what you'll face:
2 x games modes available to the player:
1.Campaign � 20 Levels with a Sleevil Boss to defeat at the end of each 5th Level. In this mode weapons are released as the player progresses through the 20 Levels.
2.Survival � None stop game play until Stan is defeated. Tip: Only those weapons and features released in the Campaign Mode will be available in Survival Mode.
To aid the defense Stan will have many powerful weapons to use against the 9 different Sleevil types and 4 Bosses. Tip: Each Weapon will have a different destructive impact on each Sleevil type.
http://itunes.apple.com/app/laststandstanfree/id429667396?mt=8
**WHATS HOT! What Apple Are Playing!** Average ★★★★"Highly Addictive"
★AppCraver "Brings Arcade-Style Action to iPhone Gaming"
★CrazyMikesapps "LastStandStan iPhone game is a fresh fixed shooter casual game that you will have a hard time putting down"
★iFanzine "An enjoyable blend of intergalactic firefights and on-the-fly strategizing"
★Arcadelife "Stan rocks!"
★Qwertyhub "My recommendation for LastStandStan? Grab it!"
Come and join the Battle - Join thousands of Po'Trubian Defenders!
Previously Listed iTunes Games New and Noteworthy & Featured Game**
Po'Trubia Needs YOU! Sign Up and join the battle...A highly addictive and very challenging game.
Take control of Stan (STatic Alien Neutraliser) to defend the last Po�Trubian world from the evil Sleevils.
He's a rusty and battered retired robot but still packs a punch when he's called back to duty by the gentle Po'Trubians.
This game starts gently but don't fall into that trap - Oh no, the Sleevils will get very tough, quickly and will do everything to destroy you and then the Po'Trubians. Stan gets many weapon and feature upgrades but use them wisely or you'll be without them when a new Sleevil comes along..
This is what you'll face:
2 x games modes available to the player:
1.Campaign � 20 Levels with a Sleevil Boss to defeat at the end of each 5th Level. In this mode weapons are released as the player progresses through the 20 Levels.
2.Survival � None stop game play until Stan is defeated. Tip: Only those weapons and features released in the Campaign Mode will be available in Survival Mode.
To aid the defense Stan will have many powerful weapons to use against the 9 different Sleevil types and 4 Bosses. Tip: Each Weapon will have a different destructive impact on each Sleevil type.
http://itunes.apple.com/app/laststandstanfree/id429667396?mt=8
dmw007
Sep 6, 09:58 PM
Are you able to listen to the iPod while you work? Is all well on the utilities front now at your hospital?
Wow, I would love to be able to listen to my iPod Mini at work. :)
Wow, I would love to be able to listen to my iPod Mini at work. :)
onne2slick
May 6, 11:01 PM
I remember a year ago my MBP had problems with random freezes. I took it to the Apple store and they were able to find a history of problems recorded by my MBP that says in fact my macbook did freeze several times. I remember he was able to fix it by troubleshooting the problem in that application. However, I forget what that application was to show the list of problems. I'm having the problem again and I really don't want to make a trip to the Apple store..
If anyone knows, thanks!
PS- it's not an application you download. I believe it was system profiler, but I can't find it anywhere on that :S!
If anyone knows, thanks!
PS- it's not an application you download. I believe it was system profiler, but I can't find it anywhere on that :S!
MacBytes
Sep 21, 01:20 PM
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Category: Tips and How To's
Link: How to: Schedule sending email in OS X Mail (http://www.macbytes.com/link.php?sid=20100921142038)
Description:: Do you need to send an email at specific time, but there�s no way you�re going to be physically able to click the �Send� button at that moment? Well, bless the gods that created Mac OS and AppleScript for this extremely easy way � one download and a couple clicks �
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coopdog
Oct 20, 12:45 AM
I got MSN DSL a few weeks ago, my friend says that i can not run a server. He says that all the pings/requests go to the modem not my G4. Also he says that my modem has now port mapping options. The modem is the modem that comes with MSN DSL its a ARESCOM NETDSL 800. Do any of you have MSN or know a way i can run a server? Thanks guys, this place is GREAT!
LostPacket
Nov 21, 04:39 PM
However.. I just don't see how anything Apple comes out with.. if ever.. can EVER LIVE UP TO ALL THIS HYPE!!
No kidding. Remember when the iPod was introduced? So many people were disappointed and it didn't get half the hype the iPhone is getting. I can't wait to read the forums once they announce a white RAZR with an apple logo.
No kidding. Remember when the iPod was introduced? So many people were disappointed and it didn't get half the hype the iPhone is getting. I can't wait to read the forums once they announce a white RAZR with an apple logo.
neonart
Dec 10, 08:13 AM
Very interesting! I may try this...
Has anyone been able to use it?
Has anyone been able to use it?
HERO XXL
Mar 11, 01:17 PM
I'll let you know in a few--heading out now.
YsoSerious
Apr 18, 01:55 AM
I purchased one from ifixit.com brand new about 6 months ago and it died a couple weeks ago. I went back today and they have none in stock. I checked on eBay and they have after-market ones that look like they will do more harm then good. Is there anyone else that sells apple parts?
CANEHDN
Feb 23, 02:09 PM
I've recently installed an SSL. All browsers on Mac and windows works fine. Also, Opera works great on the iPhone. When I visit the site on Safari on the iPhone or iPad, I get the SSL error "cannot verify server identity." I'm not finding any solutions to the issue. I've also verified everything on http://www.sslshopper.com/ssl-checker.html
I have other sites with SSLs that work fine on the same server. The SSL issuer is also the same. I just don't get it.
Has anyone ever had this issue or knows how to resolve it?
Thanks everyone.
I have other sites with SSLs that work fine on the same server. The SSL issuer is also the same. I just don't get it.
Has anyone ever had this issue or knows how to resolve it?
Thanks everyone.
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