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Commented 14 years ago2010-01-15 10:45:52 UTC in journal: #6328 Comment #34744
HA!.....Welcome to my world, Saribous. I paint my big ass house at least once a year. I go through about 4, five gallon (20 gallons) pails of paint. Since I live in a tropical country, the weather here does a number on the outside of my house, so a regular up-keep is important.

As for your back pains, it sounds that you might be doing a lot of bending downs while perhaps passing the paint roller, is that it? If it is, I suggest that if you can, you screw on a longer stick (normally a wooden broom handle) on to the paint roller's handle. At least this way you wont be needing to do so many bending downs, thus putting less stress on your lower back.
Commented 14 years ago2010-01-13 21:45:09 UTC in journal: #6323 Comment #59764
Yea, it looks pretty good. I was a loyal viewer of the old TV series when I was a little kid, so I am looking forward to this movie.
Commented 14 years ago2010-01-13 20:22:31 UTC in journal: #6324 Comment #39048
Yea, but with Barack Obama in charge now of America, the U.S. is easy pickings now, just ask the terrorists, they think Obama is a joke.
Commented 14 years ago2010-01-13 14:36:51 UTC in journal: #6324 Comment #39047
I suppose it would be nice to really know for sure what it exactly is, but since they say it will bypass Earth without hitting it, then I don't thing it really matters, but that's just me.
Commented 14 years ago2010-01-12 21:53:23 UTC in journal: #6323 Comment #59763
Yes, LOL indeed. My bet is that they are going to make the new Spiderman series of movies "darker", pretty much in the same way they did with the last two Batman movies. You know how it is......"copy-catting" is big in Hollywood. You just wait and see in a few months from now, on how a few Avatar want-to-be's are going to spring up out of nowhere to try to capitalize on James Cameron's Avatar's record breaking success.
Commented 14 years ago2010-01-12 16:55:18 UTC in journal: #6322 Comment #39042
Commented 14 years ago2010-01-12 11:16:50 UTC in journal: #6321 Comment #52048
It's about time!
Anyway, congratulations and good luck, and have fun while you are at it.....
Commented 14 years ago2010-01-09 20:49:47 UTC in journal: #6317 Comment #59755
I don't know about it being funny, though it might be. But one thing is for sure, it's original. In a field dominated recently by Vampires and Zombies, it really stands out all on it's own.

My guess is, somebody is trying to out do Dr. Frankenstein on it's own game.
Commented 14 years ago2010-01-08 12:28:35 UTC in journal: #6313 Comment #60547
I'm thinking about upgrading my broadband service sometime this year. it's currently at 512k, which gives me an actual average download speed of about 52k whenever I download something. For now, When I do upgrade, I will start with a 5mb speed service which will cost me about $50 a month. Of course, the one I really want is the max service of 25mb broadband speed, but my ISP wants $229.95 a month,....OUCH!

http://www.caribe.net/netspeed.html
Commented 14 years ago2010-01-07 22:26:50 UTC in journal: #6313 Comment #60546
@ potatis_invalid: Downloading a 12 GB movie? What movie could possibly be that big in size? Is it a Blu-ray ISO file?
Commented 14 years ago2010-01-06 02:01:13 UTC in journal: #6312 Comment #45107
Whoa.....I almost got a nose bleed from that wall of text!
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Commented 14 years ago2009-12-26 19:54:01 UTC in journal: #6297 Comment #48950
I also have severe dust problems with my computer, but especially the printer.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-26 19:44:06 UTC in journal: #6296 Comment #52043
Damn, you really are sensitive to poison oak, srry. When I was younger and living in Pennsylvania, sometimes for fun I roamed the heavily wooded areas near my house with my brother, and got exposed to poison oak a few times, hands and face! But the worst I ever got from that, was just a skin rash that went away the next day. Now, the one thing that really kicked my ass, was poison ivy, that shit can cause first and second degrees burns on some people!
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-26 03:46:50 UTC in journal: #6292 Comment #41282
No sarcasm with me, my disdain for gays is very real.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-25 14:34:25 UTC in journal: #6292 Comment #41281
I myself tend to just use "homo" instead of faggot, though some of my less forgiving friends use names like fudge packers, butt bangers, poke'n-hole boys and fruitcakes at the gays they like to torment.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-23 22:01:08 UTC in journal: #6289 Comment #61786
That's because IE has it's own internet, so to speak. A lot of websites out there still have problems with non-IE browsers, all because those same sites were done with only IE in mind. But the good news is, that's changing. Each day that goes by, more and more websites that are exclusive to IE only are no longer the case, they are being re-worked to be more compatible with the other browsers. But don't kid yourself though.....there will always be some IE only sites around, not to mention IE still holds a commanding lead in the market share, for now. Why do you think somebody came out with that "IE Tab" add-on for Firefox?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Usage_share_of_web_browsers

Oh by the way, in case somebody is interested in knowing, here's the statistics for the cell phone browsers: http://tamspalm.tamoggemon.com/2008/08/28/admob-on-borwser-market-share/
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-23 17:03:19 UTC in journal: #6289 Comment #61785
Well, there's HTML 5 now which is already supported by the latest versions of the major web browsers, for those of you that want to experiment with something newer than XHTML. Also, the web consortium HTML 5's current specification for declarative 3D content (X3D format), is already being worked on by Mozzilla, Google and Apple for inclusion on their next major version releases of their respective browsers.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-17 14:22:14 UTC in journal: #6280 Comment #51262
...or fraud by part of the delivery guy. You just never know these days.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-16 23:29:20 UTC in journal: #6275 Comment #52032
YESSSSS!...........I am so there!
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-16 18:46:37 UTC in journal: #6273 Comment #41271
Hey Rimrook, seeing as your ISP is Verizon, I bet you have their Fios service, don't you? It would explain those speeds.......

http://www22.verizon.com/Residential/FiOSInternet/Plans/Plans.htm
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-16 15:29:52 UTC in journal: #6273 Comment #41270
Not the fastest broadband out there, but it's faster than some other DSL's and still a whole lot better than dial up, that's for sure.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-16 15:14:23 UTC in journal: #6272 Comment #63548
Really?.....that would be something. But even if that turns out to be the case, a deal that big and important would need to be first scrutinized and eventually approved by the U.S. Department of Commerce anti-trust division, which is a very powerful overseeing body that regulates big businesses in the U.S. And if the Government says no, then there's no deal.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-15 16:36:03 UTC in journal: #6272 Comment #63547
Be careful with those keygens,....some of them have trojans. Make sure you have your anti-virus program is active and on real-time scan mode.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-14 22:39:25 UTC in journal: #6272 Comment #63546
@ ATDestroy: No, I am not getting paid, but I wish I was though. And I'm sure you would to. I guess what's happening to me, is that since I am a part time freelance ecommerce web developer, I find myself often writing promotion and sales content for the websites that I do for my paying clients. Some of my clients tell me exactly what they want on their websites to say, while the others expect me to come up with the "sales pitch content" for them, since they are too dumb to do it themselves. Of course, If I have to come up with the sales pitch content myself, I will charge them extra for it. So in retrospect, I guess I will need to make sure to not make my future posts sound to accidentally "promotional". Thanks for bringing this up, I guess I needed a wake up call, ATDestroy.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-14 12:00:21 UTC in journal: #6272 Comment #63545
Well, I think the one Adobe product that's the most over-bloated with obscure tools that most people will not likely use, is Photoshop. I still use Photoshop 7, it's all I need. And now with the so called "CS4 Extended" version with it's "tools for editing 3D models and motion-based content", it apparently seems it wont be long before some future version of Photoshop goes head on with 3D Max or Maya.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-13 23:47:54 UTC in vault item: fy_dust_tone Comment #4411
Why not? I'm not in the habit of bashing before trying out, I like to be fair.

EDIT: Whoa, nice underground/underwater catacombs.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-13 23:36:32 UTC in journal: #6272 Comment #63544
Hey, any body here remember from years back at Adobe's attempt at a virtual worlds modeling platform to compete against VRML? It was called "Adobe Atmosphere". It consisted of 3 parts, which were the 3D world editor, the browser viewer plugin and the open source multi-user server. It lasted for about 2 or 3 years before Adobe gave up on it. Wiki page: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adobe_Atmosphere

You can still download Adobe Atmosphere from here: http://downloads.phpnuke.org/en/download-item-view-x-a-a-z-n/ADOBE%2BATMOSPHERE.htm
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-13 19:09:04 UTC in journal: #6272 Comment #63543
Fed up with Adobe's PDF Reader and all it's plugin bloat-ware and adverts, not to mention that it's damn buggy? Well, rejoice.....there are a few good alternatives: http://en.onsoftware.com/top-5-alternative-pdf-readers/
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-10 01:20:48 UTC in journal: #6263 Comment #48945
Yep, the same radar dish, though technically speaking it's really a radio telescope. Radars by definition are designed to detect objects that are far away. Radio telescopes on the other hand, are for detecting far away radio signals, like the ones in deep space. I live a little less than 5 miles from it. While that giant dish is nestled among Arecibo's southern mountains, I'm located near the northern coast.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-09 23:57:09 UTC in journal: #6263 Comment #48944
You see, what's being shown on your photo is one of the main reasons why I moved from Reading, Pennsylvania to Arecibo, Puerto Rico. When it comes to the difference in weather, there's just no comparison. Anyway, have fun making your first snow man of the season....
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-09 14:51:04 UTC in journal: #6262 Comment #59749
I could not have said it better than you, srry.

Hey, as bad as Sony sounds, don't forget about Panasonic's Lumix cameras automatically rejecting other makers' batteries, that's really bad too.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-08 12:07:42 UTC in journal: #6262 Comment #59748
Okay, after doing some more research, and in the spirit if being fair, this needs to be pointed out:

The PS3 controller is indeed recharble. But here's the catch: It's only good for a limited amount of recharges. After that, it's useless and needs to be replaced with a new one. This of course defeats the purpose of the PS3 controller ever being traded or sold as a used item in a second-hand store. Also, certain rechargeable batteries are notorious for breaking down before their time. Laptop batteries anyone?

And last but not least, there's this little quote from Sony themselves that pretty much fails any counter arguments from anybody saying this story is not true - Quote: "there's an environmental benefit since gamers don't have to toss their batteries on a regular basis". Mmm, sounds to me like a confession from Sony.

Crave.com posted this very enlighten report that really goes in to details in to this whole fiasco. If any of you have any doubts, I highly recommend you read it: http://asia.cnet.com/crave/2008/10/13/sony-ps3-controller-charger-reminds-us-what-we-hate-about-the-ps3/
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-05 08:49:19 UTC in journal: #6258 Comment #40157
Ha!, welcome to the club. I myself had 3 wisdom teeth taken out over the years. I also had 4 root canals done on other teeth or molars.
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-03 17:20:23 UTC in journal: #6257 Comment #51253
This other tech website has the same story too, but also includes plenty of colorful detailed diagrams of the 48 core chip: http://www.pcper.com/article.php?aid=825
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-02 22:58:13 UTC in journal: #6256 Comment #39021
You see, innovative stuff like that is what's really all about! Your the MAN, Unbreakable!
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-02 09:04:52 UTC in journal: #6255 Comment #50072
Congratulations on your endeavors.

I don't know what "business applications development" in your case will be like in your country, but the two people I know in the IT field that also do business applications development from my days living and working in the U.S., it involved heavy use of Java programming, along with some Flash Action Scripting and Cobol. Well, have fun......
Commented 14 years ago2009-12-01 15:22:26 UTC in journal: #6253 Comment #59734
I think that Iron Man 2 poster is all CGI rendered and meant to look like that. And if that really is the case, no Photoshop tweaking is needed. But you still might be right though...
Commented 14 years ago2009-11-30 23:40:58 UTC in journal: #6253 Comment #59733
I think the fact that a picture Doctor Fate being posted here is what's jinxing this journal.
Commented 14 years ago2009-11-30 23:08:03 UTC in journal: #6253 Comment #59732
Mmm, could be a PHP hiccup. Anyway, an accidental double post here is no big deal, as long as it does not happen a lot.
Commented 14 years ago2009-11-30 23:00:28 UTC in journal: #6253 Comment #59731
I think they might be real tits, though small ones at that. Now, if they ever introduce DC character "Powergirl" on Smallville or anywhere else, she better damn have at least double D cups!
Commented 14 years ago2009-11-30 22:48:15 UTC in journal: #6253 Comment #59730
I agree also, DC has had a better track record, but that's not to say they also have had some bombs too. Now, I just saw on DVD the following DC animated features: Green Lantern-First Flight, Wonder Woman and Superman Batman-Public Enemies. I recomend any one of these DVD's, they are great as far as animated superhero shows goes. A few weeks ago I also saw the Hulk vs Wolverine and Hulk vs Thor DVD, and I must say I liked them very much, but I enjoyed the DC DVD's even more.
Commented 14 years ago2009-11-30 21:50:49 UTC in journal: #6253 Comment #59729
Thank you ATDestroy.
Now, let me do here a quick poll:

Which of these two American comic book publishers do you think has had better track record on bringing their characters to animated or live action movies?

1. Marvel Comics
2. DC Comics
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Commented 14 years ago2009-11-27 02:23:32 UTC in journal: #6245 Comment #59719
Ha!....I found this little cute response from somebody at digg.com's forum that's not to happy with Mininova going legal:

*** THE MPAA!!!
*** THE CRIA!!!
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Commented 14 years ago2009-11-27 00:45:24 UTC in journal: #6245 Comment #59718
I just read Demonoid's "Maintenance" edit posting on thier front page, and by the looks of it, they seem to be having serious issues. I mean, all that talk about "lost data" does not sound too good to me. But anyway, they seem to have a comeback plan, so I hope they are back also very soon.
Commented 14 years ago2009-11-26 19:37:39 UTC in journal: #6245 Comment #59717
True, but to a point. The torrent model is still an evolving one, and the one public bittorent tracker that is still consistently modernizing their platform is in fact Isohunt.com. They even have a blog dedicated to this ongoing upgrade in their system. Also, don't forget about the browser clients, like for an example, "uTorrent", which is constantly being updated too.
Commented 14 years ago2009-11-26 19:22:11 UTC in journal: #6245 Comment #59716
Of course, the one site the ant-piracy authorities have been trying to close down for years, but have failed miserably, is the biggest granddaddy of them all: The Pirate Bay! But my guess is, they might target Isohunt.com next, especially now since Isohunt.com will most likely get the bulk of Mininova's regular pirate traffic. Well, let's see what happens next.....
Commented 15 years ago2009-11-25 23:52:32 UTC in journal: #6242 Comment #53468
Okay, let me get this right....

Free web authoring software meant for computer newbie's. Alright then, sounds simple enough and straightforward. My personal choice for looking at any kind of software that I might need, is Snapfiles.com.

This software portal is huge, so I will narrow it down based on your need: http://www.snapfiles.com/Freeware/webpublish/fwwysiwyg.html

Now, the above link is for "HTML for Beginners". But if you by any chance happen to have the need for a more advanced, free web editor, then look here: http://www.snapfiles.com/Freeware/webpublish/fweditors.html

Well, good luck......