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Huh?
Wut?
I really have no clue and no ambition to learn.
And I'm totally OK with that!
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Huh?
Wut?
I really have no clue and no ambition to learn.
And I'm totally OK with that!
Flick Maniac
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I would say that may be more a function of your group of friends than the hobby you share.
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Flick Maniac
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I'm with you on this. I always thought myself as technologically savvy, ever since I helped my parents set up our first computer as just a kid.
But this... I think I'll just lay back and wait for my soon to be 7-year-old to explain it to me.
There are also kids I want off my lawn.
zontar
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you had a computer as a kid?:|
Ahhh, you're the one with concertina wire and gun turrets in the front yard. [emoji106][emoji23][emoji41]
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Same, and because of this thread I attempted to read up on NFT for dummies and I've read a bunch on them now and I still don't understand why they are important. I don't understand the value in them.
I think it acts like a certificate of authenticity.
NOStheBOSS
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what's a computer?
Cgkdisc
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As I understand it, blockchain is a secure technology used to create an online encrypted registry that permanently validates/authenticates current ownership of digital assets. It started with cryptocurrency. This same technology can be used to validate/authenticate ownership and purchase value of other creative assets like graphics, photos, music, memorabilia and artwork, especially those created digitally that don't have intrinsic value like money, i.e., Non-Fungible (NF), until someone purchases it through a broker qualified to digitally lock-in their ownership and purchase price (needed for tax purposes to determine capital gains/losses once sold).
This technology essentially produces a secure digital deed confirming ownership of any type of property, especially digital assets now referred to as Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). Of course, you can just copyright your creations the old-fashioned way. But turning your potentially valuable creative efforts into NFTs produces a higher level of copyright protection such that your work can be bought, sold and traded with a more secure trail of ownership, authenticity and valuation.
4ormal
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Don't really want to derail this thread too much about NFTs, but you guys are all correct in not fully understanding them. There is merit in the technology, but unfortunately like everything else these days, it's just a way to make money from people who have too much money.
Proper way to use: Artist creates a digital media (music, picture, video, etc etc). This digital file and ownership is then sold with the NFT token (the receipt that proves that you're the sole owner). Creator than WILL NOT sell additional copies that would devaule the digital work.
How it's currently being used: famous person or company tries to sell something not one of a kind and of not any real value, but tries to inflate the value by claiming you own a unique item. They then slightly change the item and resell at the same high price, so the next owner thinks they are getting something unique. (for example these could be in game cosmetic items like clothing skins or weapon skins).
Right now it's just hype and people think they can cash in, but in reality the people cashing are the 3rd party companies responsible for the currency conversions (NFT gas prices).
Proper way to use: Artist creates a digital media (music, picture, video, etc etc). This digital file and ownership is then sold with the NFT token (the receipt that proves that you're the sole owner). Creator than WILL NOT sell additional copies that would devaule the digital work.
How it's currently being used: famous person or company tries to sell something not one of a kind and of not any real value, but tries to inflate the value by claiming you own a unique item. They then slightly change the item and resell at the same high price, so the next owner thinks they are getting something unique. (for example these could be in game cosmetic items like clothing skins or weapon skins).
Right now it's just hype and people think they can cash in, but in reality the people cashing are the 3rd party companies responsible for the currency conversions (NFT gas prices).
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Actually, that's what is so amusing…
I have earned a CCNA, MCSA, A+, Network+ and taught Computer Technicians classes and owned a computer and network services company.
Just never wanted to spend my whole life doing that, so I closed shop back in 2008 and never looked back.
Apologies for the thread drift.
Now back to your regularly scheduled programming…
wintry mix
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Switching Rails, Clang Clang, Chug Chug
Watched the Johnny Discgolf interview with Madison Walker. It seems (due to her finger injury) she needs discs that are on the lighter side and she's having trouble finding them. As much as I like Madison I can't part with my MVP/Axiom discs. I hope this means her signature discs might be available in lighter weights. There's been times I would buy a signature disc but seldom find them in a weight suitable for my aging noodle arm.
Watched the Johnny Discgolf interview with Madison Walker. It seems (due to her finger injury) she needs discs that are on the lighter side and she's having trouble finding them. As much as I like Madison I can't part with my MVP/Axiom discs. I hope this means her signature discs might be available in lighter weights. There's been times I would buy a signature disc but seldom find them in a weight suitable for my aging noodle arm.
My team series Fission Waves go down to 161g. . .
@Monocacy might be interested in such an item.
jakebake91
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My team series Fission Waves go down to 161g. . .
Hold up. Where does one find a Nova team series wave??
seedlings
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What will she throw? PDGA has no approved discs.
Tyler V
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That's what I'm wondering. Maybe they are in the process of getting their lineup approved? I haven't heard of this company before. Their first Instagram post is 14 weeks old so maybe they're brand new.
It could also be a mixed bag situation while they work on expanding their disc line, where she will be expected to throw some Neptune Discs as they get approved and added to their lineup, and she can use other disc brands in the meantime.
biscoe
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They are a brand new company. It will certainly be a mixed bag thing at this point.
