Nollij

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[–] Nollij@sopuli.xyz 10 points 2 weeks ago

Most people draw a distinction between a phone/tablet vs a desktop/laptop. It's not a distinction that can be easily defined, but most people instinctively categorize them as such.

But regardless, the issue at hand has nothing to do with that definition. The discovery process requires them to process any applicable devices that might have info, potentially including all of the above (and more). His team said they already did his phone, but that the laptop in question is not used by him. His opponents say that he has not complied with the requirements of discovery.

The judge will rule on whether that laptop is included in the discovery order.

[–] Nollij@sopuli.xyz 9 points 2 weeks ago

It's a case of a little information being dangerous, poor education, and a massive case of Dunning-Kruger.

Fluoride, at much higher levels than found in drinking water, has some nasty effects on the human body. As the saying goes, the dose makes the poison. But people will hear about that, and think that smaller concentrations just mean that the effect is smaller/slower. A lot of people also want to believe in all sorts of insane conspiracies, so this fits in perfectly.

If it wasn't fluoride in the water, it would be (and often is, anyway) some other stupid idea. Like vaccines and autism.

[–] Nollij@sopuli.xyz 26 points 2 weeks ago

Call his fucking bluff. The only way anything would close is if it isn't profitable (enough). And if they can't turn a profit, well then they need to be better at business! (/s).

[–] Nollij@sopuli.xyz 27 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

Cooking and (basic) sewing. These are basic life skills needed for any level of independent living, yet so many are proud to be utterly incapable of either.

[–] Nollij@sopuli.xyz 6 points 3 weeks ago

The change is regarding "permanent" installations, which the article also infers to mean directly hardwired. Those of us who go the route of a NEMA 14-50 outlet are likely unaffected.

That said, I wish they'd ban the cheap, shitty outlets that can't actually provide continuous power. These are the very popular $10 outlets, vs the $50 ones that also can't fit in a standard box.

[–] Nollij@sopuli.xyz 5 points 3 weeks ago

They need to be "active", and "paid as agreed", which doesn't mean a whole lot. You are perfectly fine to get a pack of gum each month, and pay the balance in full. Or put a monthly bill on your CC, or just use it for gas. Just so there's activity each month.

Obviously avoid any that have a fee, and pay it in full each month.

[–] Nollij@sopuli.xyz 20 points 3 weeks ago

The hardest part to believe is that he would wipe his own ass.

[–] Nollij@sopuli.xyz 50 points 3 weeks ago (4 children)

The big caveat is that the BIOS must allow it, and most released versions do not.

[–] Nollij@sopuli.xyz 18 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

Technology Connections recently posted a detailed video about dehumidifiers that's worth watching. But a key takeaway is that on an AC, the hot side is outside (making the inside cool), while in a dehumidifier they are directly next to each other (condensing the moisture).

Without looking into the specifics, my guess is that it's not routing the cold air over the hot side to keep things inside the same temperature.

[–] Nollij@sopuli.xyz 5 points 4 weeks ago

Related, many small(-ish) bars have a stage for live music on Friday/Saturday. There may not be enough seating for those nights, and there's little/no standing room, so people randomly share tables. From there, you strike up conversation with other fans.

Find the small places where they advertise the bands by name, and make sure they aren't just cover bands. Irish pubs have been lucky for me, but there's another place near me that regularly has jam bands.

[–] Nollij@sopuli.xyz 11 points 4 weeks ago* (last edited 4 weeks ago)

It says "No kings". We're allowed to have one.

/s

[–] Nollij@sopuli.xyz 5 points 1 month ago

That's part of the strategy. First, go after the small project that can't defend itself. Use that to set a precedent that is harder for the bigger targets to overturn.

I would expect the bigger players to get themselves involved in the defense for exactly that reason.

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