derekiscool's recent activity
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Comment on New plastic dissolves in the ocean overnight, leaving no microplastics in ~enviro
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Comment on Things progressives get wrong in ~society
derekiscool Link ParentFrankly, I don't think it's a "vibe" at all - we already know for a fact that the election was affected by illegal actions from Republicans. From using an illegal lottery to buy votes in...I already have serious doubts that Mr "Find me 10,000 votes" won legitimately
Frankly, I don't think it's a "vibe" at all - we already know for a fact that the election was affected by illegal actions from Republicans. From using an illegal lottery to buy votes in Pennsylvania to the Texas AG raiding and seizing over 100 phones and computers from a county Democratic Party office.
So much happened right in front of our eyes, I can only imagine what happened behind the scenes.
The only real question is, "Was that enough to tip the scales?"
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Comment on Things progressives get wrong in ~society
derekiscool Link ParentAs a straight, white, married male working in a huge corporation (that hasn't scrapped their DEI program either) - literally never outside of complaining from conservative media. To me, it's just...How many people actually hear about checking their privilege day to day?
As a straight, white, married male working in a huge corporation (that hasn't scrapped their DEI program either) - literally never outside of complaining from conservative media. To me, it's just another scape-goat that right-wing media picked out for people to latch onto and blame their problems.
In fact, I've only ever been exposed to the idea of privilege in a professional setting because I specifically chose to take training on the subject.
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Comment on New plastic dissolves in the ocean overnight, leaving no microplastics in ~enviro
derekiscool Link ParentEven if this does scale, I fear it would fail due to the capitalist nature of society. My hope is that we'll be able to bio-engineer something (bacteria or fungus, probably) that can consume and...Even if this does scale, I fear it would fail due to the capitalist nature of society.
My hope is that we'll be able to bio-engineer something (bacteria or fungus, probably) that can consume and degrade plastic. I'm no biology expert, but you'd think it would be possible given that plastics are organic.
Lignin (the bio-polymer that gives wood and bark its rigidity and durability), for example, is theorized to have existed for ~50million years before a fungus evolved that could break it down.
Given the tools we already have to control evolution, I wouldn't be surprised if this is "solved" in our lifetime.
"solved" because I'm ignoring every other factor like the potential for plastic to become useless even in places where it's 100% necessary
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Comment on What we know about the Tufts University PhD student detained by US federal agents in ~society
derekiscool Link ParentThis is exactly how it's felt to me since hearing about this. I don't want to be dramatic or an alarmist, but it really feels like we aren't far away from political opponents being snatched up,...It's feeling real "first they came for" around here
This is exactly how it's felt to me since hearing about this. I don't want to be dramatic or an alarmist, but it really feels like we aren't far away from political opponents being snatched up, especially based on language and rhetoric coming out of the executive branch.
They just keep dipping a bit further and further into fascism every day. And every time, the right keeps cheering on.
It's so deeply disappointing to see such a great country fall apart so quickly because of greed and hate.
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Comment on Yuki Tsunoda set to replace Liam Lawson at Red Bull in ~sports.motorsports
derekiscool Link ParentAxing Lawson after 2 races is one of the most insane decisions I've ever seen in F1. I'm all being more cutthroat with drivers, especially after how they handled the Perez situation. But 2 races...Axing Lawson after 2 races is one of the most insane decisions I've ever seen in F1. I'm all being more cutthroat with drivers, especially after how they handled the Perez situation. But 2 races isn't a fair chance.
Nobody at that level forgets how to drive. Could he have just had two horrible weekends in a row? Absolutely. But that can happen. Plenty of the best drivers have weekends where they're way off their teammate. I distinctly remember Leclerc a few years ago in Spain was P19 when Sainz was P2. That's a driver with vastly more experience and well established in his team.
We've also seen invisible car problems be the cause of performances like this. It just seems wayyy too premature to potentially ruin somebody's career.
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Comment on Why I recommend against Brave in ~tech
derekiscool Link ParentThis is reason enough for me to never use any chromium based browser. I just wish more people realized how bad the situation actually is. A single company controlling the only engine to access the...continuing to support the chrome/chromium monopoly
This is reason enough for me to never use any chromium based browser. I just wish more people realized how bad the situation actually is. A single company controlling the only engine to access the internet (at least for the average person) is extremely bad for society.
As of now, Safari is essentially the only competitor. But even that is only on apple devices.
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Comment on There are two kinds of credit cards in ~finance
derekiscool Link ParentAre they calling $80k household income a high-income family? That would be a wild miscategorization. Still, 3/5 having a balance for over a year is somewhat concerning.Are they calling $80k household income a high-income family? That would be a wild miscategorization. Still, 3/5 having a balance for over a year is somewhat concerning.
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Comment on BYD unveils new super-charging EV tech, to build charging network in China in ~transport
derekiscool Link ParentThis is without solid-state batteries too. Once those become the norm, EVs will have no genuine downsides compared to ICE vehiclesThis is without solid-state batteries too. Once those become the norm, EVs will have no genuine downsides compared to ICE vehicles
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Comment on Apple restricts Pebble from being awesome with iPhones in ~tech
derekiscool Link Parent100% agree. Apple is good at marketing, but their business practices are pretty anti-consumer across the board. It always surprises me how many people jump to defend them as well. No, the giant...100% agree. Apple is good at marketing, but their business practices are pretty anti-consumer across the board.
It always surprises me how many people jump to defend them as well. No, the giant multi-trillion dollar corporation does not care about your best interests.
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Comment on How can I prevent my work computers turning my home into an oven? in ~comp
derekiscool Link ParentGonna +1 to this recommendation. This is going to be your most efficient solution. The only comparable option that's cheaper would be a window AC unit, but those have their own drawbacksGonna +1 to this recommendation. This is going to be your most efficient solution. The only comparable option that's cheaper would be a window AC unit, but those have their own drawbacks
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Comment on US Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer to vote yes on GOP spending bill in ~society
derekiscool LinkWhy? Just why? Why would you be so compliant in the constant regression of the country? Just vote no and let the party in power deal with the fallout. The long-term implications of letting the...Why? Just why? Why would you be so compliant in the constant regression of the country? Just vote no and let the party in power deal with the fallout. The long-term implications of letting the right-wing run wild are much more grave than the short term pain of a government shutdown.
It genuinely blows my mind that democrats are lying down so easily. Like, did they all completely forget the front row seats they had for that day 4 years when democracy nearly fell? Aided and encouraged by the very same people they're dealing with now?
If they don't fight a fight that's this easy to win, how can we expect them to fight for the truth when Republicans inevitably claim the next election is being stolen and ignore the votes? I'm close to losing all hope at this point.
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Comment on Looking for very specific mouse recommendations in ~tech
derekiscool Link ParentWow, this site is fantastic! This should really help me find exactly what I'm looking for. Thanks so much!!Wow, this site is fantastic!
This should really help me find exactly what I'm looking for. Thanks so much!!
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Comment on Looking for very specific mouse recommendations in ~tech
derekiscool Link ParentGood point, I don't know why I didn't add these details! Here's what I like about it: The contours of the mouse allow me (larger hands) rest the top of my palm on the mouse when needed. (i.e. the...Good point, I don't know why I didn't add these details!
Here's what I like about it:
- The contours of the mouse allow me (larger hands) rest the top of my palm on the mouse when needed. (i.e. the mouse isn't too small)
- Indented under the thumb buttons
- Contoured left/right buttons that have more finger contact
- very lightweight
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Looking for very specific mouse recommendations
Currently, I'm using the Razer Deathadder V2 wired. Sadly, it's only sold through sketchy 3rd party sellers now since Razer has moved onto V3 (which I tried, but it's significantly less...
Currently, I'm using the Razer Deathadder V2 wired. Sadly, it's only sold through sketchy 3rd party sellers now since Razer has moved onto V3 (which I tried, but it's significantly less comfortable)
Does anybody know of a mouse that has similar contours, size, and weight to the Deathadder V2 (or V1, which was quite similar)?
The closest I've seen so far is the Corsair Sabre Pro Champion Series, but I'd love some input before committing to it, if anybody has any.
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Comment on Mozilla sees surge in Firefox users thanks to EU’s Digital Markets Act in ~tech
derekiscool Link ParentCan't speak for Apple products (which I refuse to ever buy because of what I feel are strongly monopolistic and consumer-harming practices), but Firefox on Android is a godsend. It does everything...Can't speak for Apple products (which I refuse to ever buy because of what I feel are strongly monopolistic and consumer-harming practices), but Firefox on Android is a godsend.
It does everything you expect from a browser, and you can even install extensions. I see virtually no ads with uBlock origin installed
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Comment on US President Donald Trump threatens to impose 25% tariffs on EU goods in ~society
derekiscool Link ParentI really hope you're right. If dems don't take control of the house next cycle, I genuinely fear that Republicans will refuse to certify a Democratic president in 2028 unless it's an absolute blowout.I really hope you're right. If dems don't take control of the house next cycle, I genuinely fear that Republicans will refuse to certify a Democratic president in 2028 unless it's an absolute blowout.
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Comment on US President Donald Trump threatens to impose 25% tariffs on EU goods in ~society
derekiscool Link ParentWhile I agree with you in theory, I also have very little confidence that his supporters would actually place any blame on him or the right.While I agree with you in theory, I also have very little confidence that his supporters would actually place any blame on him or the right.
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
derekiscool Link ParentI've been playing Avowed as well - I'm enjoying it quite a bit. It's just a really solid game, which is honestly hard to come by nowadays for a game of that scale. You can tell they really put a...I've been playing Avowed as well - I'm enjoying it quite a bit. It's just a really solid game, which is honestly hard to come by nowadays for a game of that scale. You can tell they really put a conscious effort into making the gameplay smooth and satisfying, which I really appreciate personally.
For people who have Game Pass, it's definitely worth checking out.
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Comment on TRMNL - Open source e-ink "companion" device in ~tech
derekiscool LinkI'm not sure if this is right for me, but I'm glad it exists! E-ink displays are extremely under-utilized, in my opinion. We have ugly, bright, and harsh screens on everything nowadays - give me...I'm not sure if this is right for me, but I'm glad it exists! E-ink displays are extremely under-utilized, in my opinion.
We have ugly, bright, and harsh screens on everything nowadays - give me something easy on the eyes! And as a bonus, they are much more energy efficient.
Very good point! Especially given how widespread micro-plastic contamination is across the environment.