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19Apr/115

A Serious Disorder

Hi everyone,

I need to talk to you today about a serious matter that affects many Americans, Canadians, and all of those across the world.  It is a serious disorder that has spread across the world, and seems to have no signs of slowing down.  It will eventually take over the world without serious intervention from the general populace.

I am, of course, talking about SNS Syndrome.

SNS Syndrome is a disorder that can affect people from all walks of life, but most commonly affects those that are heavy computer users.  It has been diagnosed to many people in the Linux community, gaming circles, and yes, the Minecraft community at large.

If you are unfamiliar with SNS Syndrome, please read the information I have below on this serious condition.

SNS Syndrome Explained

SNS Syndrome is really an acronym for Shiny New Shit Syndrome, which is the disorder currently plaguing the US, Canada, and nations abroad.  It was brought to my attention by the knowledgeable folk in the Debian IRC Channels, and now that I know about this condition, I see it all around me.

Here are the symptoms of SNS Syndrome:

  • Uncontrollable urge to blab constantly about new updates
  • The inability to stop asking about when updates are coming
  • The feeling that you must have the latest version of something
  • Making nonsensical decisions, such as upgrading to the latest version of something opposed the stable, older-version counterpart

If you exhibit these symptoms, you might have SNS Syndrome yourself.

What you can do about SNS Syndrome

SNS Syndrome tends to break out in an epidemic whenever a new version of something comes out, such as Minecraft Beta 1.5.  If you or someone you know is exhibiting symptoms of SNS Syndrome, you can help. Here is what you can do to help yourself or help someone else:

  • Try your hardest to resist the urge to upgrade to something instantly.
  • If you feel urges to try out Beta 1.5, back up your Minecraft directory first.
  • If you do not have the knowledge on how to back up your Minecraft directory, ask someone that does, or don't do it at all.
  • Realize how great something is that works and works all the time.
  • Remember all the great things about Beta 1.4_01 before immediately abandoning its status as a good game

These simple steps will help you and your Minecraft brethren and sistern fight the ever-prominent SNS Syndrome all around you in your daily life

In case you didn't get the hint

SLOW THE FUCK DOWN if you are bitching about the fact Eagleworld is not on Beta 1.5 yet.  Bukkit has not yet been updated for Minecraft Beta 1.5.  That means NO plugins, NO iconomy, NO security, NO nothing.  The server will have about 5% of the functionality you are accustomed to if I upgrade right now.

And when Bukkit is updated, I have to wait for ALL OF THE PLUGINS WE USE to get updated.  That could take days.  And after THAT, I have to test it all.  If you are not familiar with the amount of work this takes, take a look at this post about Beta 1.4.  It takes a lot of work, usually on the scale of 10-20 hours per version.  It's not going to happen overnight.

The spoiler contains the upgrade plan I used on Beta 1.4, updated for Beta 1.5:

Spoiler Inside: Minecraft Beta 1.5 Upgrade Plan

So, please do not forget how good Beta 1.4 was to you.  Don't abandon it for the latest and greatest.  While Beta 1.5 is partying all night, getting drunk and high on cocaine, Beta 1.4 is sitting right here, ready and waiting for you.  Don't let Beta 1.4 fall into obscurity while Beta 1.5 is still partying hard, making life difficult for everyone.

Posted by EagleRock

Comments (5) Trackbacks (2)
  1. I lol’d at the first part

  2. While Beta 1.5 is partying all night, getting drunk and high on cocaine, Beta 1.4 is sitting right here, ready and waiting for you. Don’t let Beta 1.4 fall into obscurity while Beta 1.5 is still partying hard, making life difficult for everyone.

    So………………. 1.5 is that hot chick with the fake boobs and 1.4 is the librarian with the thick glasses? I will take 1.4 please. I KNOW what they do when the lights go out.

    NOTICE: I know how to back up, if you need to backup your minecraft folder, ASK.
    ( I get extra talons for helping you.) ((not really, but its a great idea Pete…hint hint))

  3. SNS Syndrome, sounds like something that effects many within the Apple cult.

  4. Oh no! Our whole server has SNS Syndrome!!!


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