Plato answered:
haha
Plato answered:
Great question, @goatead1. As many of you have already noticed, we updated our profanity filtering last week. In doing so, a number of additional words are now on the list and thus appear censored when used. When one of these words are detected, instead of removing the word entirely, the first and final letters remain while all of the other letters are converted into stars ('*'). In this respect the filtering works identically to how it functioned last week.
Concerning the question of what should and shouldn't no be filtered—and whether filtering should take place at all. Obviously, these are great questions. In trying to build a website that is as accessible and family-friendly as possible, there are clearly some words that we're going to be filtering out. Some of our users, on the other hand, simply do not want to have any of the content on our website filtered. In the future, for example, we may end up offering the ability to select an option in your profile settings that enable you to see all content, filter-free. We don't have anything like this in place at this moment, however.
As always, I look forward to reading this thread and seeing this community discussion progress. The considered opinions of our community are valuable to us and we definitely read them all.
Concerning the question of what should and shouldn't no be filtered—and whether filtering should take place at all. Obviously, these are great questions. In trying to build a website that is as accessible and family-friendly as possible, there are clearly some words that we're going to be filtering out. Some of our users, on the other hand, simply do not want to have any of the content on our website filtered. In the future, for example, we may end up offering the ability to select an option in your profile settings that enable you to see all content, filter-free. We don't have anything like this in place at this moment, however.
As always, I look forward to reading this thread and seeing this community discussion progress. The considered opinions of our community are valuable to us and we definitely read them all.
June 9, 2010
Thekoup28 asked:
Plato answered:
Don't worry. This doesn't mess anything up. I was just waiting for you to hit "submit" so I could send you the payment. I'll process the payment today!
Thanks again for your work!
Thanks again for your work!
Plato answered:
Here are some great links I've added on the right side under the "Zero Energy Links" section....
Does anyone have any additional links to great online sites for Zero Energy resources, podcasts, forums, information, etc.? Also, if you think any of the links in this section ought to be deleted, leave a comment in this thread explaining why! Thanks for helping make this site great!
Zero Energy Resources:
Building Technologies Program: Building America
Home - BuildingGreen.com
Energy Star
Welcome :: BuildIQ
ACEEE - American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy
Green Building: From the Basement to the Roof
Sustainable Buildings Industry Council
DOE: Building Energy Codes
Zero Energy Blogs:
Peak Energy
Zero Energy Blog
Sustainable Dwelling
Energy Priorities
Zero Energy Podcasts:
Energy Priorities: Podcast
The renewable energy radio show
Living Green Podcast by Meredith Medland
Hey Mr. Green: Podcast
Building Green Podcast Podcasts
Podcast: Living Green
Zero Energy Forums:
Live Green Forum
TreeHugger Forums • Everything Green
Do It Yourself Going Green - Community Forums
Does anyone have any additional links to great online sites for Zero Energy resources, podcasts, forums, information, etc.? Also, if you think any of the links in this section ought to be deleted, leave a comment in this thread explaining why! Thanks for helping make this site great!
Zero Energy Resources:
Building Technologies Program: Building America
Home - BuildingGreen.com
Energy Star
Welcome :: BuildIQ
ACEEE - American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy
Green Building: From the Basement to the Roof
Sustainable Buildings Industry Council
DOE: Building Energy Codes
Zero Energy Blogs:
Peak Energy
Zero Energy Blog
Sustainable Dwelling
Energy Priorities
Zero Energy Podcasts:
Energy Priorities: Podcast
The renewable energy radio show
Living Green Podcast by Meredith Medland
Hey Mr. Green: Podcast
Building Green Podcast Podcasts
Podcast: Living Green
Zero Energy Forums:
Live Green Forum
TreeHugger Forums • Everything Green
Do It Yourself Going Green - Community Forums
Plato answered:
You're quite welcome. No problem at all!
March 25, 2010
Pellrider asked:
Plato answered:
Dame Edna's a fictional character who's played by the Australian comedian comedian Barry Humphries.
Check it out: http://www.mahalo.com/dame-edna
There's a video clip on there too. Watch her "singing" Beyonce's ''Single Ladies''.
Check it out: http://www.mahalo.com/dame-edna
There's a video clip on there too. Watch her "singing" Beyonce's ''Single Ladies''.
Plato answered:
Yep, will do. No worries. ;)
May 19, 2009
Eggrollstan asked:
Plato answered:
@blight is certainly correct in saying that if you are on a jury you definitely aren't allowed to tweet. Certainly not while in the courtroom itself, and never about matters concerning the trial before it's entirely over.
I'd add only that judges and commissioners would also likely have a problem if you were tweeting even during something like the jury selection process.
But, I'm might have to disagree with the first part of @blight's answer. Each courtroom bench officer is going to have a different policy concerning the use of cellphones and other devices within their courtroom. Many courtrooms have signs reminding you of the state statutes which prohibit the use of cell phones, pagers, etc. entirely.
Good rule of thumb: Just ask the courtroom bailiff when you walk in what the policy is for that courtroom. He or she will let you know exactly what is and is not allowed.
I'd add only that judges and commissioners would also likely have a problem if you were tweeting even during something like the jury selection process.
But, I'm might have to disagree with the first part of @blight's answer. Each courtroom bench officer is going to have a different policy concerning the use of cellphones and other devices within their courtroom. Many courtrooms have signs reminding you of the state statutes which prohibit the use of cell phones, pagers, etc. entirely.
Good rule of thumb: Just ask the courtroom bailiff when you walk in what the policy is for that courtroom. He or she will let you know exactly what is and is not allowed.
March 2, 2010
Coreymac asked:
Plato answered:
Sweet. No problem; my pleasure.
I have had one question in particular on my mind during the last week or so. Not really a question as much as an offer/proposal I guess you could say. Here goes...
As you know, I'm more than just a little enthusiastic about the chance at being able to join team-Mahalo and start pretty much killing it as a member of the Buzz Team. I'd say I'm crazy enthusiastic, crazy excited, and am basically chomping at the bit and ready to do this thing already.
So, here's what I was thinking: Why don't I just come by Mahalo HQ, let's say...oh...each day at around 2pm-ish, and simply start working? How about I show everyone for a week or so—without being paid—that I'm what Mahalo is looking for. What about something like that?
If after a week or so I show you what I'm made of and beat your expectations, then we can talk about me joining Mahalo as a regular full-time buzz writer/editor. Of course, in the event that I somehow don't meet the expectations of Mahalo, then I'll just wave goodbye and we'll call it a day. But, naturally, that's never going to happen; hah, there's no way I'm going to fail. Not even an option.
So, how about it? What do you think?
I was going to email this to you, Lon Harris, and Jason Calacanis, but I can't wait any longer. I'm sending this to you now, via this Mahalo answer reply. What better time than now? It's time I work at Mahalo.com and experience and contribute everything I possibly can.
Best Regards,
Greg Cardoni
greg@cardoni.net
(805) 551-0014
I have had one question in particular on my mind during the last week or so. Not really a question as much as an offer/proposal I guess you could say. Here goes...
As you know, I'm more than just a little enthusiastic about the chance at being able to join team-Mahalo and start pretty much killing it as a member of the Buzz Team. I'd say I'm crazy enthusiastic, crazy excited, and am basically chomping at the bit and ready to do this thing already.
So, here's what I was thinking: Why don't I just come by Mahalo HQ, let's say...oh...each day at around 2pm-ish, and simply start working? How about I show everyone for a week or so—without being paid—that I'm what Mahalo is looking for. What about something like that?
If after a week or so I show you what I'm made of and beat your expectations, then we can talk about me joining Mahalo as a regular full-time buzz writer/editor. Of course, in the event that I somehow don't meet the expectations of Mahalo, then I'll just wave goodbye and we'll call it a day. But, naturally, that's never going to happen; hah, there's no way I'm going to fail. Not even an option.
So, how about it? What do you think?
I was going to email this to you, Lon Harris, and Jason Calacanis, but I can't wait any longer. I'm sending this to you now, via this Mahalo answer reply. What better time than now? It's time I work at Mahalo.com and experience and contribute everything I possibly can.
Best Regards,
Greg Cardoni
greg@cardoni.net
(805) 551-0014
Feb. 23, 2010
Jfletcher asked:
Plato answered:
Hey, @jfletcher! If you're looking for something exciting to watch, go with Speed Skating!
I love watching those competitions the most because of a few reasons: (1) They're entirely human-powered; (2) The actual race itself is the perfect length; and finally, (3) because what you're watching is a person skating around at a crazy speed, cutting people off, staying within the drift of the person in front of them, and cornering around at incredible angles—It's ridiculous!
(1) The fact that each contestant is, obviously, providing 100% of the power is actually unique compared to so many other events. In all of the luge-track events, sure, they're pushing themselves off the starting line, but from there on out they're simply letting gravity and their steering-wheel do most of the work. The same is true of most of the events where people are on skis. Call me crazy, but I like that in the speed skating events, the person is pushing 100% all of the time, giving everything they have. Gravity plays practically no part in aiding them around the track.
(2) The amount of time to watch a complete race is neither too long nor too short. It's just right. You can watch 6 or so people racing around and winning medals in about the same time it would otherwise take you to make a bag of popcorn. It's perfect in my opinion. I think you'll agree! (Protip: popcorn makes for a nice little snack while watching. Mmmm....)
(3) Finally, when you just look at precisely what's going on during a race, it's just pure awesomeness. I don't think there is any better way to describe it. Haha. You're seeing people, as I said, giving it their all, and skating around at speeds that seem virtually impossible. All the while, of course, they're taking corners at angles that seem to defy physics. The thin, sharp blade underneath their skates somehow maintains from slipping out beneath them while they take the corners.
So, check out the speed skating! I bet you'll find it as thrilling as I do and the most enjoyable to watch!
(I've included a video from YouTube featuring some sweet still shots from recent speed skating action.)
Also, here's a schedule of the 2010 Olympic Speed Skating events: http://www.vancouver2010.com/olympic-speed-skating-schedule-results/
I love watching those competitions the most because of a few reasons: (1) They're entirely human-powered; (2) The actual race itself is the perfect length; and finally, (3) because what you're watching is a person skating around at a crazy speed, cutting people off, staying within the drift of the person in front of them, and cornering around at incredible angles—It's ridiculous!
(1) The fact that each contestant is, obviously, providing 100% of the power is actually unique compared to so many other events. In all of the luge-track events, sure, they're pushing themselves off the starting line, but from there on out they're simply letting gravity and their steering-wheel do most of the work. The same is true of most of the events where people are on skis. Call me crazy, but I like that in the speed skating events, the person is pushing 100% all of the time, giving everything they have. Gravity plays practically no part in aiding them around the track.
(2) The amount of time to watch a complete race is neither too long nor too short. It's just right. You can watch 6 or so people racing around and winning medals in about the same time it would otherwise take you to make a bag of popcorn. It's perfect in my opinion. I think you'll agree! (Protip: popcorn makes for a nice little snack while watching. Mmmm....)
(3) Finally, when you just look at precisely what's going on during a race, it's just pure awesomeness. I don't think there is any better way to describe it. Haha. You're seeing people, as I said, giving it their all, and skating around at speeds that seem virtually impossible. All the while, of course, they're taking corners at angles that seem to defy physics. The thin, sharp blade underneath their skates somehow maintains from slipping out beneath them while they take the corners.
So, check out the speed skating! I bet you'll find it as thrilling as I do and the most enjoyable to watch!
(I've included a video from YouTube featuring some sweet still shots from recent speed skating action.)
Also, here's a schedule of the 2010 Olympic Speed Skating events: http://www.vancouver2010.com/olympic-speed-skating-schedule-results/
Feb. 25, 2010
Thebandit asked:
Plato answered:
Oh, I'd say you should handle them gently. Hah! But I'm guessing you're looking for something a little better than that, right? Of course!
This is a great conundrum—not to mention one everyone faces throughout their working life, and probably multiple times at different jobs. So, first off, you're in the best position to eventually discover the answer. Since you're the one working alongside everyone in your office, you're also the one best suited to figure out what's going on, how each of your coworkers' personalities differ from your own, how other people in the office have dealt with their own problematic office-situations in the past, and so on.
Here's a great place to start: How do your coworkers deal with their own problems with other office personnel? Problems with "office politics" can mean a whole lot of different things. Often, though, these problems consist in having a disagreement (or difference of opinion) with someone else in the office. Look to see how your office friends handle these problems.
If you think your problem stems from a disagreement, here are a few methods you can use to help resolve the issue:
—» Talking directly with the person(s) in question.
—» Talking with the person(s), but with the help of a neutral mediator (maybe another coworker or, perhaps, a manager or boss).
—» If you don't feel comfortable talking directly, you can always write them an email.
It's important to remember that any of these methods should be conducted in a professional, kind, and courteous manner. It might be hard, but it's well worth it. After all, you don't want to make the situation worse.
Additionally, as problems within the office arise, truly looking for solutions and a healthy desire of reaching common ground should be your priority. So often people merely try to prove themselves correct and their opponent wrong. However, within the office setting, because this tactic is so often unlikely to succeed, it may indeed backfire, making the situation worse. Always keep in mind that the people you work with are just that! You're going to see them many, many hours of the day, week after week. So, if you talk to them, always aim to reach common ground in order to put the problem behind you both.
As you do end up figuring out who's who in the office and how everyone's personality might differ from your own, another piece of advice would be to stick around the people you tend to get along with and avoid possible confrontation by not hanging out too much with anyone you find yourself tending to disagree with constantly.
Good luck with everything! Problems with people in the office can be quite annoying, to say the least. But with a little effort and awareness of what's going on, you'll find things can definitely improve. And hey, who knows, maybe you'll end up getting along perfectly with everyone! Haha!
This is a great conundrum—not to mention one everyone faces throughout their working life, and probably multiple times at different jobs. So, first off, you're in the best position to eventually discover the answer. Since you're the one working alongside everyone in your office, you're also the one best suited to figure out what's going on, how each of your coworkers' personalities differ from your own, how other people in the office have dealt with their own problematic office-situations in the past, and so on.
Here's a great place to start: How do your coworkers deal with their own problems with other office personnel? Problems with "office politics" can mean a whole lot of different things. Often, though, these problems consist in having a disagreement (or difference of opinion) with someone else in the office. Look to see how your office friends handle these problems.
If you think your problem stems from a disagreement, here are a few methods you can use to help resolve the issue:
—» Talking directly with the person(s) in question.
—» Talking with the person(s), but with the help of a neutral mediator (maybe another coworker or, perhaps, a manager or boss).
—» If you don't feel comfortable talking directly, you can always write them an email.
It's important to remember that any of these methods should be conducted in a professional, kind, and courteous manner. It might be hard, but it's well worth it. After all, you don't want to make the situation worse.
Additionally, as problems within the office arise, truly looking for solutions and a healthy desire of reaching common ground should be your priority. So often people merely try to prove themselves correct and their opponent wrong. However, within the office setting, because this tactic is so often unlikely to succeed, it may indeed backfire, making the situation worse. Always keep in mind that the people you work with are just that! You're going to see them many, many hours of the day, week after week. So, if you talk to them, always aim to reach common ground in order to put the problem behind you both.
As you do end up figuring out who's who in the office and how everyone's personality might differ from your own, another piece of advice would be to stick around the people you tend to get along with and avoid possible confrontation by not hanging out too much with anyone you find yourself tending to disagree with constantly.
Good luck with everything! Problems with people in the office can be quite annoying, to say the least. But with a little effort and awareness of what's going on, you'll find things can definitely improve. And hey, who knows, maybe you'll end up getting along perfectly with everyone! Haha!
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