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Chris Morris
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WRE
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August 13, 2000
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Re: No subject
May 22, 2003, 17:20
WRE
19.
Re: No subject May 22, 2003, 17:20
May 22, 2003, 17:20
WRE
 
Anybody want to offer other evidence? Wolfen... where did you get your numbers?

CNN put the number at 220K-230K in March. http://money.cnn.com/2003/03/04/commentary/game_over/column_gaming/index.htm

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Re: Two interesting quotes
Apr 24, 2003, 14:02
WRE
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Re: Two interesting quotes Apr 24, 2003, 14:02
Apr 24, 2003, 14:02
WRE
 
Where'd they learn that? I'm trying to think of examples, but coming up blank...

The obivous example, it would seem, would be Daikatana.

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Re: From the article...
Apr 16, 2003, 12:16
WRE
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Re: From the article... Apr 16, 2003, 12:16
Apr 16, 2003, 12:16
WRE
 
The DOOM to Doom thing is a pretty standard copy-editing thing. Hell, with the exception of NASCAR, you don't see too many things in all upper-case fonts in mass media. It's akin to the no-all-caps-in-email rule. It's just annoying for most readers. As you mentioned, it's nitpicky.

As for the book, I'm actually reading it right now. I'm only a couple of chapters in, but it's a pretty good read - and thoroughly looks at Carmack and Romero's lives (even their childhood, which has made me rethink some of my initial impressions on JR). And hey, even Stephen makes a brief cameo appearance in it.

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Re: Veinman
Mar 31, 2003, 17:51
WRE
24.
Re: Veinman Mar 31, 2003, 17:51
Mar 31, 2003, 17:51
WRE
 
What the hell is this? Sex with animal rights activists?

Either that or the star of La Femme Nikita, I suppose.

13.
 
Re: Anti-Telemarketing Bill
Mar 12, 2003, 12:13
WRE
13.
Re: Anti-Telemarketing Bill Mar 12, 2003, 12:13
Mar 12, 2003, 12:13
WRE
 
My latest tactic is to make my answers as short, and as vague as possible. I try to grunt my answers and see if they can make out my intentions.

My proudest moment of late was when someone called trying to get me to sign up for a credit card. Adopting the voice of a backwater hick, I then informed him that "I'd love ta git it, but my wife Murlene's church says them credit cards are evil". The poor guy tripped over himself saying he fully respected my religious beliefs, but I just *had* to have this card. He kept buying the story, even when I mentioned I wouldn't want "Murlele" to get banned from the bake sale after she'd spent all those hours making bear-claws.

My wife, meanwhile, was taking a bath a couple rooms away, laughing her ass off.

Edit: Ok, so... coding's not my strongest skill.

This comment was edited on Mar 12, 12:14.
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Re: Snowblowing
Mar 7, 2003, 13:29
WRE
8.
Re: Snowblowing Mar 7, 2003, 13:29
Mar 7, 2003, 13:29
WRE
 
Vincent, those kids still roam my neighborhood. The going rate (swear ta God) is $30. I've paid more times than I'm willing to admit.

1.
 
(s)no(w)-blower
Mar 7, 2003, 09:49
WRE
1.
(s)no(w)-blower Mar 7, 2003, 09:49
Mar 7, 2003, 09:49
WRE
 
You know, I really should have mentioned this earlier in the season, but a good alternative to a snow-blower when you have the champagne powder we've typically been getting this year is a leaf blower. You end up looking like a walking snowman when all's said and done, but it really does a great job of quickly clearing the driveway/sidewalk.

And hey, it could be worse Stephen. I bought a (used) snowblower last summer, thinking I was all set for winter. When we had our first six inch snow here in NJ, it worked for one pass down the driveway - then broke. I didn't get around to getting it fixed quickly enough and ended up clearing the driveway in the Blizzard of 03, one heavy shovel full at a time.

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Re: Halftime
Jan 27, 2003, 12:15
WRE
12.
Re: Halftime Jan 27, 2003, 12:15
Jan 27, 2003, 12:15
WRE
 
I think my favorite part of Twain's performance was when she walked into the crowd - and stopped moving her lips altogether. It was one of those fun TiVo moments my wife and I got a good chuckle from.

(Note: we tried watching SNL's halftime bit, but about the time they had a fake Gollum giving his thoughts on the superbowl, we gave up.)

1.
 
Halftime
Jan 27, 2003, 09:49
WRE
1.
Halftime Jan 27, 2003, 09:49
Jan 27, 2003, 09:49
WRE
 
Well, ABC could argue that Shania's not-that-supportive rhinestone top was the entertainment portion of the show.

1.
 
Waitasec
Jan 6, 2003, 09:28
WRE
1.
Waitasec Jan 6, 2003, 09:28
Jan 6, 2003, 09:28
WRE
 
Story of the day and follow-up are one and the same... I know the folks at the CNN mothership can rerun things occasionally, but we try to disguise it with different URLs.

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Condiments
Dec 10, 2002, 16:51
WRE
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Condiments Dec 10, 2002, 16:51
Dec 10, 2002, 16:51
WRE
 
Did that condiment story remind anyone else of last season's incredible Sopranos episode with the Russian in the woods? Every time I hear about that on the news, I can only picture Pauly Walnuts squeezing the tiny bag of relish!

2.
 
Fore!
Dec 6, 2002, 10:52
WRE
2.
Fore! Dec 6, 2002, 10:52
Dec 6, 2002, 10:52
WRE
 
Link appears busted.

48.
 
If anyone still cares...
Sep 6, 2002, 13:37
WRE
48.
If anyone still cares... Sep 6, 2002, 13:37
Sep 6, 2002, 13:37
WRE
 
I did get clarification on that Greek law debate. The Minister of Finance will make an announcement clarifying the law. As cool heads here suggested, games (as we know them) were never included in the law. Got this from the Embassy in Washington, D.C.

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Re: Jay (21)
Sep 4, 2002, 17:59
WRE
39.
Re: Jay (21) Sep 4, 2002, 17:59
Sep 4, 2002, 17:59
WRE
 
Dunno where Jay went, but I think I know what he's talking about... And I'm trying to get verification, but I believe he's right...

In your quote of the law, you forgot to list Article 1, section e. - "Entertainment technical games are those, whose result depends exclusively on the ability and skill of the player, and are used solely for entertainment."

That, by definition, encompasses computer/video games.

In article 2, it says "Operation of games of type (e) is allowed in devices of type (a). Regarding these games, it is prohibited to place bets. Such bets will attract penalties described in Articles 4 and 5."

So: Video games=ok. Just don't place bets on 'em when you're playing.

A big part of the confusion seems to stem from the term "Gaming" which we - as video gamers - tend to think of as ours exclusively. The gambling industry is also referred to as the gaming industry in financial circles, since it's a little less offensive to folks they're trying to convince to invest in a casino, etc.

One other thing to keep in mind: Those articles people have read on CNET, ZDNet and MSNBC? They're all the same one. Check the byline.

2.
 
Door replacement
Jul 10, 2002, 10:22
WRE
2.
Door replacement Jul 10, 2002, 10:22
Jul 10, 2002, 10:22
WRE
 
Stephen,

If it's the front door to your house, there might be an alternate method to solving this that will cost a lot less and be a *lot* less frustrating. Check with your local Home Depot for a strong wood putty that can fill the holes left by your existing lot, then use your drill (and a special bit for drilling door holes) to make the holes for the new knob. I've replaced a front door before and it was a truly painful experience. Painful on the wallet, since you need to get something secure (aka expensive). Painful on the back, since rehanging a door is an experience that's literally a pain in the neck. Painful on the pride, since the new one never looked as good as the first.

If it's an interior door, to a closet or bedroom, you're probably just as well off buying a new pre-drilled door and the connectors attached. They're fairly cheap and easy to hang.

-Chris
(who just wrapped up a six month basement-renovation project that included drywalling, tiling the floor, running wiring and installing recessed lighting)

This comment was edited on Jul 10, 13:52.
13.
 
Re: Duelin' Firemen
Jul 9, 2002, 12:46
WRE
13.
Re: Duelin' Firemen Jul 9, 2002, 12:46
Jul 9, 2002, 12:46
WRE
 
Would be curious to learn your source regarding its origin. Regardless of the date it was created, releasing it at this time seems a little ghoulish.

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Duelin' Firemen
Jul 9, 2002, 10:28
WRE
8.
Duelin' Firemen Jul 9, 2002, 10:28
Jul 9, 2002, 10:28
WRE
 
At the risk of sounding like someone who can't grasp a joke, did anyone else cringe when they saw a plane crashing into the Sears Tower played for comedic reasons?

4.
 
Better still...
Apr 22, 2002, 10:01
WRE
4.
Better still... Apr 22, 2002, 10:01
Apr 22, 2002, 10:01
WRE
 
I'll have to use a machete instead of a lawnmower.

You forgot the third - and most preferable - option. Paying some kid down the street to do it for you.

4.
 
Ep 2 Followup
Mar 11, 2002, 09:44
WRE
4.
Ep 2 Followup Mar 11, 2002, 09:44
Mar 11, 2002, 09:44
WRE
 
Quick followup on that. Pro's only required on the "Large" version of the trailer. Small and Medium (squinty trailers) are viewable for free...

3.
 
Ep 2 trailer
Mar 11, 2002, 09:42
WRE
3.
Ep 2 trailer Mar 11, 2002, 09:42
Mar 11, 2002, 09:42
WRE
 
Heads up to all: To view the Ep. 2 trailer, Apple and Star Wars are *requring* that you have Quicktime 5 Pro ($30). The free version does not work. Or maybe they just don't like my IP address...

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