Random Thoughts - Page 13

monster · 03-17-2015, 09:00 PM

What made me think of it is that Lays (~=Walkers) have a "suggest a flavor" competition every now and then, currently on the back of the packets. But they only have four regular flavors :/

DanaC · 03-20-2015, 06:45 AM

My Person of Interest addiction has gone full blown - I watched 4 episodes last night. They're just too easy to binge on at 43 mins an ep.

halfway through season 2.

Gravdigr · 03-20-2015, 02:43 PM

I kinda like "Person of Interest". I call it 'The Man In The Suit'.

DanaC · 03-20-2015, 04:21 PM

I'm completely addicted. I love the team - especially the two leads. I mayhave fallen just a leetle bit in love with Finch.

It has a good vibe. Kind of old fashioned in some ways - reminds me a bit of Quantum Leap. But with the addition of ongoing story arcs and deep political cynicism.

Gravdigr · 03-21-2015, 02:06 PM

I like how it deals with one of society's current top fears: gov't surveillance.

DanaC · 03-22-2015, 11:11 AM

Yeah. The one that always gets me is when someone hacks a car - the idea that someone could take remote control of your vehicle is terrifying.

I like the mix of drama and humour. I always like shows that have a team dynamic - like Stargate, or Spooks. The buddy feel to it really works.

Griff · 03-22-2015, 11:47 AM

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/03/20/bu...by-summer.html

fargon · 03-22-2015, 11:57 AM

That scares the living shit rite out of me.

xoxoxoBruce · 03-22-2015, 02:53 PM

Regulators, Elon Musk, manufacturers, Google, pundits, fuck 'em all.
The elephant in the room... tah dah... insurance companies(along with their congressional toadies)... large and in charge.

Gravdigr · 03-22-2015, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by fargon

That scares the living shit rite out of me.

Meh...It just adds one more name to the lawsuit.

glatt · 03-23-2015, 08:38 AM

Driverless cars don't freak me out too much, what get's my interest is that this is just a software update. The car was already built with the relays and servos and crap to turn the steering wheel and engage the brakes. Has steering been done by wire on many cars for a while now, and I just haven't been paying attention because I drive an old car?

Actually that doesn't matter. I'm getting away from my point, which is that this was just a remote software update. If the manufacturer can do a remote software update that takes control of driving the car away from the owner in a car that is currently on the road, then can't hackers also do remote software updates that take control of the car? The manufacturer is using the power for good, but hackers can use the power for anything they want. And this isn't a hypothetical car of the future. It's on the road right now.

I ain't skeert.

From Tesla:

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Software updates

Model S Manual
Model S Quick Start Guide

Model S regularly receives over-the-air software updates that add new features and functionality. When an update is available, you’ll be notified on the center display with an option to install immediately, or schedule the installation for a later time. The average software update takes 45 minutes to complete. Connect your Model S to your home’s Wi-Fi network for the fastest possible download time.

The current Model S software version is 6.1 and includes traffic-aware cruise control, camera-enabled automatic high/low beam headlights, forward collision warning, smart cabin preconditioning, energy prediction for trips, and an enhanced park assist view with reverse camera guides. Download the release notes for details.

xoxoxoBruce · 03-23-2015, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by glatt

Driverless cars don't freak me out too much, what get's my interest is that this is just a software update.

That's only Telsa's cars, and not without the owners awareness/permission.

Lamplighter · 04-10-2015, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by glatt

Driverless cars don't freak me out too much, what get's my interest is that this is just a software update.
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I ain't skeert.

It's all relative. We've heard about planes having "auto-pilot" for a long time now.

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fargon · 03-23-2015, 02:07 PM

What scares me is the trouble that computers and the internet have is security. All it would take is 5 or 6 cars running on the freeway at speed in heavy traffic to lock up the brakes immediate pile up.

DanaC · 03-23-2015, 02:13 PM

It looks like you're trying to slow down.

Would you like help?

*Get help with brake function
*Just try braking without help

03-17-2015, 09:00 PM	#1
monster I hear them call the tide Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Perpetual Chaos Posts: 30,852	What made me think of it is that Lays (~=Walkers) have a "suggest a flavor" competition every now and then, currently on the back of the packets. But they only have four regular flavors :/ __________________ The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity Amelia Earhart

03-20-2015, 02:43 PM	#3
Gravdigr The Un-Tuckian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: South Central...KY that is Posts: 39,517	I kinda like "Person of Interest". I call it 'The Man In The Suit'. __________________ These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA, EPA, FBI, DEA, CDC, or FDIC. These statements are not intended to diagnose, cause, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you feel you have been harmed/offended by, or, disagree with any of the above statements or images, please feel free to fuck right off.

03-21-2015, 02:06 PM	#5
Gravdigr The Un-Tuckian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: South Central...KY that is Posts: 39,517	I like how it deals with one of society's current top fears: gov't surveillance. __________________ These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA, EPA, FBI, DEA, CDC, or FDIC. These statements are not intended to diagnose, cause, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you feel you have been harmed/offended by, or, disagree with any of the above statements or images, please feel free to fuck right off.

03-22-2015, 11:47 AM	#7
Griff still says videotape Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 26,813	http://www.nytimes.com/2015/03/20/bu...by-summer.html __________________ If you would only recognize that life is hard, things would be so much easier for you. - Louis D. Brandeis

03-22-2015, 11:57 AM	#8
fargon Person who doesn't update the user title Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: La Crosse, WI Posts: 8,924	That scares the living shit rite out of me. __________________ Annoy the ones that ignore you!!! I live a blessed life I Love my Country, I Fear the Government!!! Heavily medicated for the good of mankind.

03-22-2015, 02:53 PM	#9
xoxoxoBruce The future is unwritten Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 71,105	Regulators, Elon Musk, manufacturers, Google, pundits, fuck 'em all. The elephant in the room... tah dah... insurance companies(along with their congressional toadies)... large and in charge. __________________ The descent of man ~ Nixon, Friedman, Reagan, Trump.

03-23-2015, 02:07 PM	#14
fargon Person who doesn't update the user title Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: La Crosse, WI Posts: 8,924	What scares me is the trouble that computers and the internet have is security. All it would take is 5 or 6 cars running on the freeway at speed in heavy traffic to lock up the brakes immediate pile up. __________________ Annoy the ones that ignore you!!! I live a blessed life I Love my Country, I Fear the Government!!! Heavily medicated for the good of mankind.

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