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#1501 Re: Desktop and Multimedia » chimaera: no more icons in xfce-panel application menu » 2021-07-13 19:35:20

You might start here.  The path to some of the Xfce icons has been changed and some redesigned and some are now eye-shattering blue.  It's being worked on.  Hopefully it can be sorted.

#1502 Re: Off-topic » What are you reading/want to read ? » 2021-07-11 18:04:26

I know who that is and also have been acutely aware of the ethical implications of genetic manipulation since we started going down that rabbit-hole in the mid-90s.  So let's just leave it at that or move the discussion off-forum to a more suitable location.

#1503 Re: Installation » Issues with booting a fresh Beowulf install » 2021-07-11 01:09:26

Hopefully fsmithred will see this.  I haven't seen him all day.  Please be patient.

#1504 Re: Off-topic » What are you reading/want to read ? » 2021-07-10 19:26:51

Worse Than the Disease? Reviewing Some Possible Unintended Consequences of the mRNA Vaccines Against COVID-19

Stephanie Seneff Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, MIT, Cambridge MA, 02139, USA
Greg Nigh Naturopathic Oncology, Immersion Health, Portland, OR 97214, USA

Abstract

Operation Warp Speed brought to market in the United States two mRNA vaccines, produced by Pfizer and Moderna. Interim data suggested high efficacy for both of these vaccines, which helped legitimize Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) by the FDA. However, the exceptionally rapid movement of these vaccines through controlled trials and into mass deployment raises multiple safety concerns. In this review we first describe the technology underlying these vaccines in detail. We then review both components of and the intended biological response to these vaccines, including production of the spike protein itself, and their potential relationship to a wide range of both acute and long-term induced pathologies, such as blood disorders, neurodegenerative diseases and autoimmune diseases. Among these potential induced pathologies, we discuss the relevance of prion-protein-related amino acid sequences within the spike protein. We also present a brief review of studies supporting the potential for spike protein “shedding”, transmission of the protein from a vaccinated to an unvaccinated person, resulting in symptoms induced in the latter. We finish by addressing a common point of debate, namely, whether or not these vaccines could modify the DNA of those receiving the vaccination. While there are no studies demonstrating definitively that this is happening, we provide a plausible scenario, supported by previously established pathways for transformation and transport of genetic material, whereby injected mRNA could ultimately be incorporated into germ cell DNA for transgenerational transmission. We conclude with our recommendations regarding surveillance that will help to clarify the long-term effects of these experimental drugs and allow us to better assess the true risk/benefit ratio of these novel technologies.

#1505 Re: Devuan » Windows 11 will _enforce_ Secure Boot » 2021-07-09 16:19:48

There will come a time when these abominations will be the only older hardware available.  Many of us will not live long enough to see that shift but it will eventually happen . . .

#1506 Re: Installation » [SOLVED] Testing testing Chimaera on laptop » 2021-07-09 01:47:34

Victory!  You should be able to edit your previous posts now that you've got the hang of it.  Nice to see you too.  It's been a good while since Devuan was taking it's first baby steps . . . .

#1507 Re: Installation » [SOLVED] Testing testing Chimaera on laptop » 2021-07-09 01:09:40

If you can't figure out the correct syntax for "code", you can use the buttons above the edit window.  big_smile

Hint . . . use  [ not  < . . .

#1508 Re: Off-topic » Presentation of LinuC » 2021-07-07 18:18:59

You seem to be batting a no-hitter with this crowd.

#1509 Re: Devuan » Windows 11 will _enforce_ Secure Boot » 2021-07-06 21:02:22

@starbreaker . . . That would depend on your lifespan . . .

#1510 Re: Off-topic » Presentation of LinuC » 2021-07-06 20:58:54

@starbreaker . . . This forum is familiar with LinuC (aka JSM) and his agenda.  Please, let's not go there again.

#1511 Re: Installation » [SOLVED] The perks of knowing » 2021-06-24 23:35:44

Thanks.  You had to dig deep for that one . . .

#1513 Re: Devuan » Meet Chimaera's deepsea theme » 2021-06-21 18:20:33

zapper wrote:

Unless I have a virtual machine of it, which isn't a bad idea. smile

This. The installer itself needs to be tested.  Devuan-specific bugs to be reported as outlined in the link posted above.

#1514 Re: Devuan » Meet Chimaera's deepsea theme » 2021-06-21 17:33:20

zapper wrote:

Ah, I didn't know debian EVEN had a release schedule... 

Thought it was like, released when we say its ready. tongue

They don't have a fixed schedule.  They have a "when it's ready" schedule as does Devuan.

zapper wrote:

Good to know, also, I thought chimaera's images were still in alpha...

They are.

zapper wrote:

I probably should, but sometimes I am way too lazy for it...

That being said, I assume you just report issues that you see...? Could do that, beyond that, I don't know.

Confirmation that it works or if not what the problem is would be helpful and appreciated.

#1515 Re: Off-topic » Today I Learned » 2021-06-21 15:34:10

dice wrote:

Today i learned about this very cool link.

https://oldcomputers.net/

Steve's Old Computer Museum!

Early personal computers were nothing like present day computers - they had personality!
Each was different and more exciting than the previous, with new features and capabilities.
old computer This website is dedicated to the preservation and display of these vintage computer systems.
To the left you can "click" and explore old computers from the dawn of time!
For fun, view 150 old computers all at the same time to appreciate how diverse and interesting they are

Well, here is some Devuan trivia that's not so trivial.  The Devuan Board of Trustees has 3 members who are involved with computer preservation! 

Gabriele “Asbesto” Zaverio (MusIF) :: director, “Museo dell’Informatica Funzionante” computer museum

Emiliano Russo (MIAI) :: director, “Museo Interattivo di Archeologia Informatica” computer museum

Stefania Calcagno (ESOCOP) :: president, European Society for Computer Preservation

You can find that info on our website at https://www.devuan.org/os/team

#1516 Re: Devuan » Meet Chimaera's deepsea theme » 2021-06-21 14:25:46

zapper wrote:

Hmm, its almost in testing right for Devuan?

We have been in Chimaera "testing" since  Beowulf was released last year..

I am curious though when Debian will release its newest version.

As stated above, Bullseye ETA is mid-July.

It does have an effect on your distro right?

Yes, we can't release Chimaera until Bullseye goes stable.  There are Chimaera installation isos available for testing if you'd like to contribute to Devuan..

#1517 Re: Devuan » Meet Chimaera's deepsea theme » 2021-06-21 01:02:21

zapper wrote:
golinux wrote:

Hahah . . . good catch but . . . this is about the look of the site not the content.  I am working locally with old files that I used to theme beowulf when it was released.  It won't have updated chimaera content until it is released after bullseye goes stable.

That would make sense. I wonder when Chimaera will be out. wink

Someone at the last meet said mid-July, maybe the 12th?  So I figured I'd better get it done sooner rather than later.  Next up pkginfo and bugs.

#1518 Re: Devuan » Meet Chimaera's deepsea theme » 2021-06-20 16:37:18

Hahah . . . good catch but . . . this is about the look of the site not the content.  I am working locally with old files that I used to theme beowulf when it was released.  It won't have updated chimaera content until it is released after bullseye goes stable.

#1519 Re: Devuan » Meet Chimaera's deepsea theme » 2021-06-19 22:26:12

Putting together the last bits of Chimaera. pkginfo and bugs will follow the same styling.

chimaera www

#1520 Re: Other Issues » [SOLVED] need help to add mi user to sudoers. » 2021-06-18 16:54:32

I suggest you start a new thread for you audio issue.

#1521 Re: Off-topic » What will happen to Windows? » 2021-06-17 18:31:03

@JSM . . . Congratulations on launching your website at linuc.mipropia.com.  Since this thread seems to be reaching its end, I am going to lock this topic and suggest that those who are interested in helping you develop the LinuC platform continue the discussion at your project forum on that site.

Wishing you all the best . . .

Be happy!

#1522 Re: Off-topic » What will happen to Windows? » 2021-06-17 04:04:35

zapper wrote:
golinux wrote:
zapper wrote:

That isn't the main reason I agree with you, the main reason, is ideology is impossible to avoid. There's good types and bad types, thus it is impossible to avoid, just like people.

Thus, he is fooling himself... or he is playing us for fools and is only pretending he wants to do this. I can't really tell at this point.

A glass that is full and overflowing cannot hold wine or wisdom.  Fear and desperation can manifest in infinite ways . . .

I suppose I am sometimes full of myself,  my bad...

Though I still think ideology is impossible to avoid, good or bad?

@ zapper . . .That was just a general observation about this thread and not directed at you.

#1523 Re: Off-topic » What will happen to Windows? » 2021-06-16 21:22:38

zapper wrote:
blackhole wrote:

Against ideology?

That isn't the main reason I agree with you, the main reason, is ideology is impossible to avoid. There's good types and bad types, thus it is impossible to avoid, just like people.

Thus, he is fooling himself... or he is playing us for fools and is only pretending he wants to do this. I can't really tell at this point.

A glass that is full and overflowing cannot hold wine or wisdom.  Fear and desperation can manifest in infinite ways . . .

#1524 Re: Off-topic » What will happen to Windows? » 2021-06-16 18:09:53

@ JSM . . .

Thank you for contributing a quasi-technical post.

How noble of you to keep private private but not so noble of you to use it as an opportunity to denigrate events experienced in space and time as "opinion". I doubt you would equate the apple falling on Newton's head as "opinion". But your manipulations don't fly here. Everyone can see them (if anyone is still reading this useless thread).

The motivations that drive actions are even more important than the actions themselves. That you would consider that I could pen "Open Letter to the Linux World" says more about you than me because I would never use such language, make those grammatical errors or participate in such a subterfuge to the Linux community.

Finally there is a difference between license and freedom. License implies permission to follow whatever whim enters the mind. This is what children do. True freedom is quite different.  It is the ability to understand the motivations preceding an action and to choose to act in a way that is beneficial to oneself and others.  It requires self-examination and self-control. Sadly, many adults never acquire that skill which is the main reason our species is so self-destructive.  It will, in the end, be our undoing.

HND

#1525 Re: Desktop and Multimedia » keyboard behavior changed - why and how to fix it » 2021-06-14 16:47:58

Thanks Altoid.  A BIOS issue is never good news.  It had crossed my mind but the sheer terror of having to flash a board dismissed the possibility.  For now, I'm going to live with it on the old board.  If it is also a problem on the newer board I will reassess my options.

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