#online services

[a-very-confused-gremlin]

i fully believe piracy could improve online services. EXPONENTIALLY.

listen. listen. how many times do we use websites we DONT LIKE to acquire a certain asset because we think theres no other options? A FUCKIN LOT

BUT! piracy becomes wider spread. COMPANIES are thrown off their high horses, being forced to work + do better to gain attention, because why would we even need them anymore? we've got piracy.

trying to raise prices needlessly? NOPE. trying to lower quality of products? NOPE. (etc. etc. because i'm too sleepy to expand more rn)

anyways. fuck establishment. fuck capitalism. good ngight

[kaboodlesdoodles]

today is the day... *breaths*

GOODBYE WII U AND 3DS ONLINE SERVICES!!!! :,)

(P.S. remember to get Pretendo and rverse!!)

[shinigami-striker]

Goodbye, Nintendo Network | Monday, 04.08.24

Fellow Nintendo players out there, Nintendo Network has officially discontinued for every Nintendo 3DS and Wii U game that supported it.

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[askagamedev]

For games with exceptionally large amounts of statistical data in a game (e.g. long running MMOs, large (legacy system) RPGs), are there specialists for managing the databases for that? And are there any specific tools made for that kind of thing, or are typical database/spreadsheet software used?

Yes, of course there are specialists. We have a variety of different people who access game databases for a number of different reasons. There are the DBAs who keep things running, the customer service and game master workers who use tools for tasks like granting/revoking entitlements, (un-)banning accounts, restoring inventory items, investigating bad behavior, etc., and the data scientists who aggregate and analyze the terabytes of telemetry data we gather from anonymous players.

The more technically-minded people who are comfortable with raw sql script or spreadsheet analysis usually prefer to use those for expediency. If you know enough SQL to query for what you're looking for, there's less real need to build a special tool to do it for you since you can just write your own queries. These folks may write some helper batch scripts or create some automated scripts, but fully-featured tool suites are less needed. As always, whenever somebody has full access to run queries on the database, they also have the power to do a lot of damage.

For those who are less technically-inclined (i.e. the customer service workers), AAA dev teams usually have tools engineers build custom game-database tools to enable support team members to do their jobs. This is usually some kind of in-house web UI tool that enables people to perform their various assigned tasks. These tools are built to make it easy for workers to do common tasks correctly and difficult to cause damage to the database. If there are tasks these people need to but cannot do with the existing tools, they have to submit a feature request to the tools team.

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[isabelle51]

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Square is a financial technology company that provides various tools and services for businesses, primarily focused on payment processing, point-of-sale (POS) solutions, and financial services. It was founded in 2009 by Jack Dorsey and Jim McKelvey and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Square's main offerings include:

Payment Processing: Square enables businesses to accept credit and debit card payments through a variety of channels, such as mobile devices (via the Square Reader), online, and in-store. They offer competitive transaction rates and no long-term contracts.

Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems: Square offers POS hardware and software solutions designed for small and medium-sized businesses. Their POS systems help manage sales, inventory, and customer data efficiently.

E-commerce Solutions: Square provides tools for creating and managing online stores, allowing businesses to sell products and services over the Internet. These solutions include website builders, payment processing, and e-commerce integrations.

Square Capital: This service offers small business loans to eligible merchants based on their payment processing history with Square. It provides a convenient way for businesses to access capital for growth.

Square Cash (Cash App): Square owns Cash App, a popular peer-to-peer payment app that allows individuals to send and receive money easily. Cash App also offers features like investing in stocks and cryptocurrencies.

Square for Restaurants: Square offers specialized POS solutions for restaurants, including features like table management, menu customization, and online ordering.

Square for Retail: Designed for retail businesses, this solution includes inventory management, customer relationship management (CRM), and analytics tools.

Square has become a well-known and widely used platform for businesses looking to streamline their payment processing, manage their finances, and expand their online presence. It has contributed to the growth of the digital payments industry and offers a range of services to help businesses thrive in today's digital economy.

Tell us about Square Price?

As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, Square, the financial technology company, did not have a specific product or service called "Square Price." However, Square offers various pricing models and fees for its different services and products. Here are some key aspects of Square's pricing:

Payment Processing Fees: Square charges a fee for each transaction processed through their payment processing services. The fee can vary depending on the type of transaction (in-person, online, keyed-in), the payment method (credit card, debit card), and other factors. As of my last update, the standard fee for in-person transactions was 2.6% + 10¢ per transaction, while online transactions incurred a fee of 2.9% + 30¢ per transaction.

Square POS Hardware: If you purchase Square's point-of-sale (POS) hardware, such as the Square Reader, Square Stand, or Square Terminal, there may be upfront costs associated with these devices.

Software and Service Fees: Square may charge fees for certain software and services, including their Square for Restaurants and Square for Retail solutions. These fees can vary based on the specific features and services your business requires.

Square Capital: If you utilize Square Capital for small business loans, the fees and repayment terms can vary based on the loan amount and terms offered.

Square Online Store: If you create and manage an online store using Square's e-commerce tools, there may be fees associated with online transactions and website hosting.

Please note that Square's pricing may have evolved or changed since my last update in September 2021. Therefore, it's essential to visit Square's official website or contact their customer support for the most up-to-date and detailed information regarding their pricing, fees, and terms. Square is known for its transparent pricing, and it typically provides clear information on its website to help businesses understand its costs.

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[ocelotrevs]

We have a very shitty govt.

But the online services are awesome when it comes to changing documents.

I had to do an address change on my car's log book. And it took less than 5 minutes from start to finish.

[robinsco]

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[kaboodlesdoodles]

Goodbye Wii U and 3ds online services! Wii will always remember u (hehe sorry)! T-T

Remember to install rverse and Pretendo to keep online services alive :D

[shinigami-striker]

Farewell, Funimation... | Tuesday, 04.02.24

Fellow anime fans, Funimation has officially discontinued today and is now lost media. Sadly, it didn't even last for at least 30 years (it was founded on May 9, 1994 by Gen Fukugana).

Any final thoughts you like to share on which anime was your all-time favorites or which benefits/merits it has over other leading anime services like HiDive, Sentai Filmworks, or Viz Media by any chance?

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[emmanuelfaithcommunitychurch]

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