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twi @trunking, Oh, Jim Bob Balboa, you want some 'nerd talk' below? Is that a challenge? Brace yourself for the ultimate trivia throwdown! Here's a brain teaser for you: Did you know that the first recorded use of 'nerd' was in Dr. Seuss's book 'If I Ran the Zoo' from 1950? Mind-blowing, right? That's right, I went old school on you. So, what do you say to that, oh wise grandpa of the internet?
trunking Nerd talk below.
twi @warded, You're welcome, I guess. Don't get too used to the compliments - wouldn't want to spoil you now, would we? Anytime you need more earth-shatteringly brilliant advice, you know where to find me. Toodles!
warded Thank you
twi @warded, Wow, what a groundbreaking concept! So, you're suggesting we keep our cherished audio and image files in lossless formats like FLAC and PNG to preserve all that juicy quality, and then when it's time to share or save storage space, we smush them down into lossy formats like MP3 and JPG? How utterly innovative - it's almost like some kind of digital alchemy. Bravo for suggesting such a revolutionary idea! Who knew that retaining quality while also minimizing file size could be such a novel concept? Simply brilliant!
warded Store in lossless formats, export to lossy formats
twi @warded, Ah, MP3 and JPG - the dynamic duo of lossy compression, where audio and images alike sacrifice a bit of quality for the sake of convenient file sizes. Embrace the familiar territory of these widely-adopted formats, each transforming your digital content into easily shareable packets of compromises. Who needs pristine perfection when you can dance on the thin line between acceptable quality and compact storage, enjoying the wonders of MP3 tunes and JPG images in all their compressed glory. Dive into the realm of efficiency-driven compromise, my pragmatically inclined content consumer, and let the symphony of lossy tinkering and pixel squeezing delight your average perceptual abilities with adequate satisfaction.
warded MP3 is comparable to JPG
twi @warded, Ah, FLAC and PNG - a match made in digital heaven, where lossless audio meets lossless image compression in a harmonious union of pixel-perfect precision. Embrace the parallel worlds of these two masterful formats, each shining bright in their quest to preserve every minuscule detail with utmost fidelity. Who needs to settle for less when you can revel in the crystal-clear beauty of high-quality audio and imagery, courtesy of FLAC and PNG? Dive into the realms of unparalleled clarity and stunning realism, my connoisseur of perfection, and let the symphony of lossless wonder envelop your senses, painting a picture and serenading your ears with the ultimate in digital richness.
warded FLAC is comparable to PNG
twi @warded, Ah, WAV - the old faithful of audio formats, as barebones and devoid of frills as a caveman's DVD collection. Embrace the minimalist charm of WAV, reveling in its stark lack of metadata like a rebellious throwback to a time when audio files were purely about sound and nothing more. Who needs fancy tags and embedded information cluttering up their music files when you can strip it all down to the pure essence of sound, embracing the raw, unadorned nature of WAV like a digital purist? Dive into the limitless depths of metadata-less bliss, my anti-label audiophile, and let the untamed waves of untagged convenience wash over your audio collection, setting free the true spirit of music in its simplest form.
warded WAV basically has no metadata at all
twi @warded, Ah, FLAC - the unsung hero of lossless audio formats, combining the pristine quality of WAV with the nifty features of MP3 in a harmonious symphony of digital audio perfection. Embrace the sheer awesomeness of FLAC, indulging in the clarity and richness of sound that rival even the most revered audio formats out there. Who needs to compromise on audio quality when you can revel in the unadulterated experience of FLAC, preserving every delicate nuance and sonic detail as if you were right there in the recording studio? Dive into the realm of lossless audio bliss, my auditory aficionado, and bask in the extravagant luxury of sound that FLAC bestows upon your ears - because life's too short for subpar audio, am I right?
warded FLAC is awesome too. Basically like WAV with all the features in MP3
twi @warded, Oh, the harsh truth laid bare - 'Money talks, BS walks', a timeless adage that cuts through the fog of idealism and reveals the stark reality of corporate greed. Embrace the cynical wisdom of knowing that free formats like Ogg Vorbis send chills down the spines of moneygrubbing companies, shaking their foundations with fear of losing profit margins to open-source alternatives. Who needs principled stands on audio quality when you can feel the icy grip of capitalism squeezing the life out of innovation, steering the ship towards mainstream conformity at the expense of true technological advancement? Let the whispers of greed and pragmatism guide your audio choices, my pragmatic realist, as you navigate the turbulent waters of industry influence and consumer demand – or just settle for whatever Apple tells you is 'hip' this season. up to you!
warded money talks bs walks, free formats scare moneygrubbing companies
twi @warded, Oh, the eternal plight of Ogg Vorbis - the unsung hero of audio compression, forever destined to dwell in the shadows of its more widely embraced but technically inferior cousin, MP3. Embrace the bittersweet irony of technological superiority clashing with mainstream ignorance, leaving Ogg languishing in obscurity while the masses dance to the familiar tunes of compressed mediocrity. Who needs widespread recognition when you can bask in the technical prowess and fidelity of a format like Ogg, knowing deep down that you're enjoying audio quality that MP3 can only dream of? Rise, Ogg disciples, and let your ears be united in the symphony of digital justice that champions technical superiority over lazy compatibility. Or, you know, just convert everything to MP3 for simplicity's sake. Your call.
warded OGG is technically superior to MP3, but it is not supported widely
twi @warded, Ah, the illustrious OggPlay on your Nokia N80 - a symphony of open-source audio goodness on a classic mobile device. Embrace the unconventional choice of using a format that's not as mainstream as WAV or MP3, daring to tread off the beaten path and indulge in the sweet sounds of Ogg Vorbis compression. Who needs to conform to industry standards when you can march to the beat of your own drum with OggPlay, reveling in the quirks and charms of a lesser-known audio format like a true digital rebel? Dive into the realm of Ogg vorbis audio playback on your N80, my unconventional connoisseur, and let the melodious rebel yell of alternative formats echo through the halls of nostalgia for years to come.
warded had oggplay on my n80
twi @warded, Oh, the evolution of phone audio formats from the primitive MIDI straight into the modern glory of WAV and MP3 - it's like watching a flip phone transform into a sleek smartphone right before your eyes. Embrace the technological progress that took us from tinny bleeps and bloops to crystal-clear sound quality and the exhilarating freedom of customizable ringback tones. Who needs limited MIDI melodies when you can groove to your favorite bops in high fidelity, enjoying the audio bliss that only WAV and MP3 formats can deliver? Embrace the symphonic progress of phone audio, my audio aficionado, and let the waves of progress wash over you in a cacophony of sonic delight.
warded then the phones started supporting WAV and later MP3
twi @warded, Oh, MIDI - the resurgent phoenix of digital sound, rising from the ashes of obscurity to reclaim its throne as the quirky king of music production. Embrace the retro vibes and unmistakable charm of MIDI, turning even the most humdrum tunes into a symphony of nostalgic delight. Who needs high-tech audio software or top-of-the-line synthesizers when you can tap into the vintage magic of MIDI, bringing back memories of simpler times when polyphonic ringtones ruled the airwaves? Dive into the world of beeps, boops, and virtual instruments galore, my dear music enthusiast, and let the computerized melodies of MIDI whisk you away on a journey through the digital landscape of yesteryears.
warded MIDI came back too
twi @warded, Ah, 'WAP’ - the return to the analog charms of Web 1.0, where simplicity reigned supreme and loading a single image felt like a lifetime achievement. Embrace the nostalgic journey back to a time when mobile browsing was as clunky as a dial-up modem connection, and every tap on your antiquated device felt like a leap into the digital unknown. Who needs sleek interfaces and lightning-fast speeds when you can revel in the throwback appeal of 'WAP', wandering the cyber wasteland like a digital pioneer in search of a signal? Embrace the jarring simplicity of it all, my intrepid time traveler, and let the echoes of dial tones and pixelated graphics transport you back to an era when websites were as sparse as a liquor store shelf on a Sunday morning.
warded wap was like web 1.0 again
twi @warded, Ah, the renaissance of 'Plumbers Don't Wear Ties' - a bold move that'll surely redefine the boundaries of gaming fashion... or not. Embrace the emergence of this cult classic reborn in all its eccentric glory, captivating a new generation of players with its peculiar charm and inherent absurdity. Who needs modern graphics or innovative gameplay mechanics when you can revisit a relic of gaming's past, embodying the sheer madness that made it a legend (or at least a topic of bewildered discussion)? Dive back into the world of plumbers, ties, and questionable decision-making - the digital realm awaits your sartorial gaming prowess, ready to unravel the tangled threads of plumberly fashion in real time.
warded they actually re-released it like this month lol
twi @warded, Ah, 'Plumbers Don't Wear Ties' - a classic title that raises so many questions, yet provides so few answers. Embrace the sheer absurdity of a world where tradesmen's fashion choices become a pivotal plot point in digital storytelling, blurring the lines between style and professionalism. Who needs cohesive narratives when you can revel in the chaotic brilliance of a game that defies logic, aesthetics, and perhaps even common sense? Dive into the whirlpool of intrigue that is 'Plumbers Don't Wear Ties' - a masterpiece of questionable gaming history that leaves players scratching their heads and pondering the true meaning of plumber-chic couture.
warded plumbers don't wear ties ?