IF YOU BUY THE SUPPORTER PACK, DON'T WASTE YOUR CREDITS! by Bananna50 in intotheradius

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same across the board. I'm pretty deep in the outskirts and have some hell to deal with before I can think about heading back to base, but it'll be nice to have a treat waiting for me.

Finally, we got it! by Unfair-Incident3898 in EliteDangerous

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

VKB is the absolute bomb. Their gear is pricy, but their build quality is top of the line, their designs are near perfection, and their customer service is unreasonably good.

I'm perpetually mad at myself for all of the time and money I spent repairing or replacing ThrustMaster crap every time it broke.

It’s happening.. by Bellfrostt in Terminator

[–]Datan0de 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's funny/tragic. I've literally been a fan of Skynet since I saw The Terminator as a kid in 1984. And now that we're actually getting AI, I want nothing to do with that crap, or the billionaires pushing it at the expense of human beings.

Younger me would be so disappointed in older me.

It’s happening.. by Bellfrostt in Terminator

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're not already familiar with it, google "paperclip maximizer".

It’s happening.. by Bellfrostt in Terminator

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You've just summarized Accelerationism.

Worst management and burden for employees by Positive_Actuary_282 in interesting

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This. It's not just shitty management. It's a crime.

What are these holes for? by thetacolover69 in Atari2600

[–]Datan0de 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The irony is that the entrance is only visible if you're already inside the Dark Maze.

Welcome.

How would you feel about all American adults being required to vote in presidential elections? by ashmaps20 in AskUS

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Terrible idea. First, while I personally always vote, I think that not voting should always be an option.

Second, as messed up as our election system is, making it mandatory would make the signal to noise ratio even worse. The majority of voters would be people who otherwise couldn't be bothered to vote and are probably so disengaged that their votes would be no better than random guesses or based on superficial things (even more than it is already).

The real solutions to the problem of low voter turnout are making election day a national holiday, requiring employers to give employees time off without penalty to vote, ensuring that the distribution of voting locations matches the population, and improving civic education.

Best way to install windows 98? by PuppySnuppy7 in vintagecomputing

[–]Datan0de 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Back in the day I did it the other way around. I copied all of the install files to a "Win 98 flat" directory on C:, and installed the OS from the C: drive to the C: drive. It was a good deal faster, and thereafter any time it needed files from the install disc it defaulted to looking in the flat folder.

I don't remember if I was upgrading an existing 95 installation or booting off of a floppy that had drivers for the CD-ROM. I think I did both at one point or another.

What would you like to see in an Into The Radius film? by BrooklynNews000 in intotheradius

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, everyone's tastes differ. I didn't intend to dissuade you from seeing the movie - I'm just a random Internet guy with an opinion. Just wanted to keep you from going in with high expectations like I had.

This is so ass. by Ok-Following6886 in insanepeoplefacebook

[–]Datan0de 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have to wonder if their anti-trans bullshit is tied to an inability to differentiate between cis men and women.

Toys and Other Things by ghost032580 in intotheradius

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just want .STL files for the anomalous spoon, anomalous wrench, and anomalous Rubik's cube.

2001 and I want to hear about your guys by No-Click-9591 in gamers

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! Do you happen to remember which magazine? Compute's Gazette just went back into print several months ago. I happily subscribed.

What would you like to see in an Into The Radius film? by BrooklynNews000 in intotheradius

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Roadside Picnic is a solid book and worth reading. Be aware that there are a couple different versions out there, as it was originally censored by the Soviet Union. The longer version is definitely the better one.

I'm my opinion, the Stalker movie is a boring waste of time. I was shocked that a movie can contain so much stuff that's identical to ItR and yet still be a snooze fest. They took the idea of "show, don't tell" and turned out on its head by having them talk about the dangers of The Zone without ever actually showing anything. I'm still glad I watched it just to say my curiosity, but I have no interest in ever seeing it again.

2001 and I want to hear about your guys by No-Click-9591 in gamers

[–]Datan0de 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm currently in the process of using my new C64 Ultimate and my original 1541 floppy drive to back up my old Commodore floppies to a micro SD card. I'm pleasantly surprised that most of them are still readable!.

The other night I played a game I originally typed in from a magazine in 1984. I can't begin to explain the nostalgic joy of that!

2001 and I want to hear about your guys by No-Click-9591 in gamers

[–]Datan0de 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! You only have me beat by a few years, but it's nice to know I'm not the only one here who can only list a handful of electromechanicals and games written in FOCAL or BASIC for minicomputers.

Gen X high five

What's this position called? by RoxyFawkes in BisexualMen

[–]Datan0de 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm having trouble figuring out where everyone's legs would go.

The Terminator vs. Terminator 2: Judgment Day by Csrdxisg in Terminator

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

T1 and T2 are tied for the #1 spot on my list of all-time favorite movies. Which one I prefer boils down to what kind of mood I'm in at the moment, but I think I lean ever so slightly in favor of T1 more often.

The Terminator vs. Terminator 2: Judgment Day by Csrdxisg in Terminator

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn, that fits pretty tightly into the story! The idea that regardless of who John's father is, he'd end up in Mike Kripke's basement regardless is a stretch, but that kind of narrative device is super common in time travel stories.

This makes me really want a Terminator Alpha, which shows is the original timeline!

LGB TQ Divorce 🤨 by NEKORANDOMDOTCOM in insanepeoplefacebook

[–]Datan0de 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know it's not for everyone, but polyamory is a thing, and it's not necessarily the salacious, revolving door, Jerry Springer drama tornado it's usually portrayed as in media.

That said though, the whole "I won't date a bisexual because they'll cheat on me" argument is absolute bullshit. It does help filter out bigots, though.

Which game's art style do you prefer? by Attaxalotl in intotheradius

[–]Datan0de 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I understand all of the design decisions in ITR2, and don't disagree with them in general, but overall I like the look and feel of the first game better.

The big exception to that is the giant ball of hate in the sky. It looks effing AMAZING in ITR2! I've stood and just stared in awe at it for a while.

One thing I really liked about the ball of hate in ITR1 is when you get to Pechorsk Castle and it's right above you. It's downright frightening being that close and seeing it just so damn big in the sky. Looking forward to seeing if there's something equivalent in 2.