Yah. The usual tripe. But I thought I'd point it out for those that like reading this stuff
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Kris Ritter
paradoxical embolism
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02-08-2006 02:07
Make $$$ in $$$econd Life!!! Everyone is doing it and getting rich!!!
Yah. The usual tripe. But I thought I'd point it out for those that like reading this stuff |
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Selador Cellardoor
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02-08-2006 02:36
I find it very sad that an entire article about Second Life should deal only with making money.
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Kris Ritter
paradoxical embolism
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02-08-2006 02:46
I find it very sad that an entire article about Second Life should deal only with making money. Me too! I think they actually should rename it $$$econd Life. It's the only aspect you ever hear about any more, mostly perpetuated by LL themselves. |
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Ordinal Malaprop
really very ordinary
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02-08-2006 02:57
I find it very sad that an entire article about Second Life should deal only with making money. Not terribly surprising from Wired. Arguing for the other side: It is a USP for SL, though. It's not something I give a monkey's about personally, but it raises publicity, and it does attract some people and encourage others to spend more time here than they otherwise would, in the absence of company-created goals. |
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CrystalShard Foo
1+1=10
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02-08-2006 06:04
Welcome to Virtual America. o.o
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Frans Charming
You only need one Frans
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02-08-2006 06:39
Yea, it is a bit sad. And seems to get worse.
I was approached by a reporter of a dutch tv channel, and i told them about a friend who seemed more suitable to do a story about then me. First thing he asks me is: "does he make money", instead of, cool tell me more about his creations.  But on the otherside of it, most of the people that do earn a living in sl are also the people who bring new ideas and changes in sl. So they do deserve the attention, imho. I just think that most of these stories make it look like that it's easy to start a business and be succesfull. You need time, dedication, talent and a bit of luck sometimes just like in RL. I have never seen a story about the people who try to make it in SL but failed and burned out. That would be a nice twist.  _____________________
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Iron Perth
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02-08-2006 06:41
Just ask Rufer-Bach, known in Second Life as Kim Anubus, who works full time making virtual objects for real-life organizations. In a recent contract with the UC Davis Medical Center, Rufer-Bach created virtual clinics in Second Life to train emergency workers who might be called upon to rapidly set up medical facilities in a national crisis. The work is funded by the Centers for Disease Control. "In the event of a biological attack … the CDC have to set up emergency 12-hour push sites, to distribute antibiotics," said Rufer-Bach. To create the most realistic simulation possible, Rufer-Bach crafted about 80 distinct objects, "from chairs (to) a forklift, plumbing, wiring," she said. The end result is a training environment that's not only lifelike, but relatively inexpensive. "There are substantial advantages to doing this training in the virtual world," said UC Davis professor Peter Yellowlees. For one thing, it's "incredibly cheaper." This is a great story. We can't get enough of these out there. |
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Cabo Gregoire
CG Designs
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02-08-2006 06:42
I thought it was a good story also
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Burke Prefect
Cafe Owner, Superhero
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02-08-2006 06:53
Not everyone makes a fortune. I maintain an even balance of L$11k most of the time with my one shop, and occassional support gigs.
Idunno HOW I have that much money, I just do. Must be a group stipend or something. |
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Beryl Greenacre
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02-08-2006 06:56
Lovely; everybody get ready for yet another round of newbs whose first question out of their virtual mouths is "how do u mak $$$ in this game."
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Aaron Levy
Medicated Lately?
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02-08-2006 07:38
I find it very sad that an entire article about Second Life should deal only with making money. What do you expect? Every time any Linden gives an inteview, especially Philip, they never fail to mention how much money we residents are making. _____________________
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Armandi Goodliffe
Fantasy Mechanic
Join date: 2 Jan 2006
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02-08-2006 07:42
Lovely; everybody get ready for yet another round of newbs whose first question out of their virtual mouths is "how do u mak $$$ in this game." Teach them to jump from money tree to money tree. That will keep them busy for a month and out of people's hair. |
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Enabran Templar
Capitalist Pig
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02-08-2006 07:50
Don't focus on the negative. Kim Anubis and her CDC adventures were really fascinating to read about. Decent piece.
Although, each time a clueless journalist calls SL a game and Linden Lab a game company, Philip Rosedale kills a kitten. _____________________
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Jamie Bergman
SL's Largest Distributor
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02-08-2006 07:59
I don't know why people hate reading about SL in context to making RL money. Money is a major draw for many many many people. Thats why I love SL.
SL is one of the few truly free capitalistic societies on Earth. I love it!!! |
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Kris Ritter
paradoxical embolism
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02-08-2006 08:02
Money is a major draw for many many many people. Yup. Conversely, many of the people it draws are exactly the reason why others of us think it's going downhill fast! |
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Jamie Bergman
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02-08-2006 08:04
Yup. Conversely, many of the people it draws are exactly the reason why others of us think it's going downhill fast! But why? It just draws in more people who produce for the economy and in the end, consumers are better off. |
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Burke Prefect
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02-08-2006 08:05
... says the woman carrying the blingin' M-16.
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Enabran Templar
Capitalist Pig
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02-08-2006 08:06
But why? It just draws in more people who produce for the economy and in the end, consumers are better off. It sure does. It also attracts thieves, sadly enough. With the good, comes the bad. _____________________
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Kris Ritter
paradoxical embolism
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02-08-2006 08:49
It sure does. It also attracts thieves, sadly enough. With the good, comes the bad. What he said. There are some people attracted to SL for it's economy that many of us would be very happy to do without, thanks. Sure, there is no denying that it's drawn in some imaginative, skilled and creative individuals. It's also drawn in more than its fair share of parasitical scum with no talent of their own who are more than prepared to shamelessly rip off these individuals, their creativity and their customers to make a fast buck supposedly in the name of capitalism. Amongst others. |
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Surreal Farber
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02-08-2006 11:48
It sure does. It also attracts thieves, sadly enough. With the good, comes the bad. What he said. My only problem with the $$$ is that I think it gives new people unreal expectations. If you want to come here and make money, it takes exactly the same thing it does in RL... starting capital, business plan, flexibility, hard work, long hours, market research, more hard work, and good luck. You can make money here... easy money, like it's hyped, doubtful. _____________________
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Enabran Templar
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02-08-2006 13:32
Hold on.
Surreal just gave me a heart attack. EVERYONE, PLEASE LOOK UPON THE TRUTH AND BE SAVED. My only problem with the $$$ is that I think it gives new people unreal expectations. If you want to come here and make money, it takes exactly the same thing it does in RL... starting capital, business plan, flexibility, hard work, long hours, market research, more hard work, and good luck. Why didn't I think to just say that all this time? That shall be known as the Gospel of St. Farber, Patron Saint of Everyone Who Still Has a Brain in Their Heads. _____________________
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Enabran Templar
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02-08-2006 13:35
Sure, there is no denying that it's drawn in some imaginative, skilled and creative individuals. It's also drawn in more than its fair share of parasitical scum with no talent of their own who are more than prepared to shamelessly rip off these individuals, their creativity and their customers to make a fast buck supposedly in the name of capitalism. Amongst others. And this shall be the Gospel of St. Ritter, Patron Saint of those who are furious with utter stupidity and banality. _____________________
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Katt Kongo
M2 Publisher
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02-09-2006 20:52
Btw, the M2 was briefly mentioned, in the thumbnails.... a brief, shining, moment of glory...
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Martin Magpie
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02-09-2006 22:26
$$$, Porn, Casinos... Let me know when the TAX man arrives.
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Martin Magpie
Catherine Cotton
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02-09-2006 22:27
What he said. My only problem with the $$$ is that I think it gives new people unreal expectations. If you want to come here and make money, it takes exactly the same thing it does in RL... starting capital, business plan, flexibility, hard work, long hours, market research, more hard work, and good luck. You can make money here... easy money, like it's hyped, doubtful. You forgot to mention that .02 per hour nifty wage  _____________________
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