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geNis
113 Posts
I've had the same computer for about 6 years, and while I would love to buy a new one for myself, tuition is much more important =/. For those telling him to sabotage his computer, isn't that a bit extreme? Maybe his family can't afford (I haven't read the whole thread) the computer, and they might be pressured into buying a new computer for him to do school work and possibly forgo another important living expense. | ||
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obesechicken13
United States10467 Posts
Babysitting, lawn services, waitering, caddying, and door to door sales are your best bet. Also, I lost two years of my life to this computer. | ||
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Cyclone999
Canada331 Posts
Yes, I do realize that. I firmly believe that it will make me a better player because I have already reached the skill ceiling I can possibly get with my computer. So far, all my losses are due to lag (it's hard to say how, but if I could actually kite faster then one hit per 10 seconds I think I could've killed 10 chargelots) or force fields that never come because my computer is on 1-2 FPS (once I even hit 1 frame per 3 seconds in a custom game) As stated, playing on my cousin's computer made me a much better player that I could play diamond-masters players with no problem (and winning em) when on my computer, diamonds are normal because I can't do anything after 2 bases (third bases lag a LOT) I can see where you got the idea of me being selfish, with me asking "How do I get a computer from my parents". If you want to think that way, I can't change your thoughts. Although I feel like I kind of earned the right to get a new computer (I mean, I'm just asking for the RIGHT to get a new computer, I'll still pay for it, I'll still handle what parts to buy, and not to mention that my grades are "asian-level", the piano exams, the fact that I have beared with their rules for so long (10 PM bedtime, really?) I'm saying that right now I still have a little hope that my parents will buy me one, because my mom did a little interrogation with my dad "How come that computer's lagging? You said it was much faster after you tweaked it.." and that "You can't do that, say it was faster and stuff...". If you were in my position, you would dwell even on the slightest hope until that dissapears too, somehow. Thank you for your advice though. EDIT: 2 Posts under it: My dad apparently watches all the prices of all the computer stores near us. He gets notifications by email every time there's something special. Redflagdeals (I'm in Canada) helps. When something's cheap, he would show me, and I would say "Buy it." Then his reply would be: "Wait till it's even MORE cheap." <----happened with my iPod (wow I have an iPod) Then by the time it's cheap, a new thing came out (iPod 3G, back then) and he'll be like "Let's save up money for the better one." then when we get enough money, "Wait till it's more cheap" and yeah. So asian, right? Saving money = good, but not buying anything...ugh. And, I have money, even if I earned it washing toilets door-to-door my dad still wouldn't let me spend it. It's the "idea" of buying a new computer that they don't allow. Any ideas on how to convince my parents to LET me? Oh yeah, just a note to everyone, I asked my dad for my birthday if I could have the right to spend my own money to get a gift for myself (!) and even that was a no. | ||
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Geovu
Estonia1344 Posts
On June 26 2011 07:00 Gogleion wrote: It's a computer. Did you know some people are all grown-up and can't afford a better computer? Stop being selfish by thinking your inability to play SC2 at medium or above settings is even a problem. And it won't make you a much better player. I have a good computer and I suck. >>> Better computer won't make you a better player >>> OP explained better computer makes him play much much better. wat. Cyclone, have you tried hitting your parents in the face, stealing their wallet and running off to buy a comp? That might work technically speaking :o | ||
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Cyclone999
Canada331 Posts
Well, being a christian (and I'm not trying to sound like I'm a "super good kid", I do do my shares of bad things like complaining -cough-OP-/cough-) I wouldn't like to do that  because it feels kinda bad D: and I have a HUGE conscience when something goes wrong, I feel guilty for the next 3 years or something...and yeah.And my dad would know if I got a new computer or not, he's in the computer room as much as I'm in it (well, at school days, after he's done working) | ||
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Inzek
Chile802 Posts
if your parents reason to deny you the comp is money u are just screwed.... but, if not, you can negotiate, idk, help with garden, clean the house, clean the car, help with dishes, idk whatever, help your parents in any activity they ussually do... etc. imo is your best choice. | ||
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BouBou.865
Netherlands814 Posts
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Cyclone999
Canada331 Posts
if your parents reason to deny you the comp is money u are just screwed.... I think I stated 5 times in this thread that it's not money, it's the idea. @BouBou Yeah, they didn't give me a reason. All they basically said "NO IS NO". But I'll try that again. | ||
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KurtistheTurtle
United States1966 Posts
To answer your questions: 1) Sounds like your family is financially stable, maybe not much spending money, and they really value family family family. Plus, in their mind, you already have a computer you can play it on. You have the best view of your situation, rephrased: how much is it really asking? Lots of family meals and lots of lost time. 2) When you confront your parents, make sure your end-goal is a win-win scenario. They get what they want, you get what you want. When I did, it was mostly "I want this." They'd go, "Why?" And I'd say, "Because it would make me happy." I win, they lose. Why would they? some other thoughts: 1) Your parents don't really care about your achievements. They care about your development as a person. The accolades and awards are great, cause for celebration, but they aren't reasons you can use against your parents. Your external accomplishments aren't you, they're indications of who you are. Some overzealous parents might take them as the ONLY indicators, beside the point. 2) Gotta go so this short answer. Demonstrate how playing SCII will help you towards your AND your parent's goals. 3) Take responsibility for everything that happens in your life but don't worry over the things you can't control. | ||
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HeaDStrong
Scotland785 Posts
So you are 14 and you have no job? The money you are calling yours is still being earned by your parents so stop bitching about not being given anything you decide to want... | ||
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KurtistheTurtle
United States1966 Posts
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psp219
United States315 Posts
-16 Year old Chinese kid with parents that used to be like yours | ||
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Geovu
Estonia1344 Posts
On June 26 2011 08:08 HeaDStrong wrote: You sound so very much spoiled. So you are 14 and you have no job? The money you are calling yours is still being earned by your parents so stop bitching about not being given anything you decide to want... What the hell man. It's illegal to get a job until your are 16 (Canada so I am not sure) i do believe, and if it is his money it is his money -_- What, did you work in the coal mines as an orphan when you were 6 or something? | ||
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Gogleion
United States534 Posts
On June 26 2011 07:14 Geovu wrote: >>> Better computer won't make you a better player >>> OP explained better computer makes him play much much better. wat. Cyclone, have you tried hitting your parents in the face, stealing their wallet and running off to buy a comp? That might work technically speaking :o Playing better does not equal being a better player. Take this situation: if you use cheat codes, then your play is better, but you are not a better player. | ||
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Enervate
United States1769 Posts
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unichan
United States4223 Posts
finally they were like okay. eclipse doesn't even work on this computer (it's not much better tt) and i don't even take programming anymore.. it's all about coming up with shitty reasons that sound good | ||
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HeaDStrong
Scotland785 Posts
On June 26 2011 08:33 Geovu wrote: What the hell man. It's illegal to get a job until your are 16 (Canada so I am not sure) i do believe, and if it is his money it is his money -_- What, did you work in the coal mines as an orphan when you were 6 or something? You're not really equating children working in coal mines to children not getting a computer that can run starcraft 2 on the best setings? I know (hope?) you're not; just asking you not tot be ridiculous... | ||
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frogmelter
United States971 Posts
On June 26 2011 08:13 psp219 wrote: I think you should sit your parents down and make a schedule of all the things that you are going to do (homework,athletics,chores) once you get the new computer. I am Chinese myself and the thing is with parents is that they don't want the computer to interrupt your studies. You need to PROVE that you are actually responsible enough for a new computer by showing them with a schedule like OK, from 9-12 I'm going to be studying and then from 12-3 I will be doing chores and then talk with them about how a computer will NOT be affecting your studies even if you have to do your homework at the kitchen table AWAY from the computer. Only through negotiation and showing responsibility will your parents even consider getting you a new computer or consider letting you have a little bit more freedom with your own money. Send me a PM or something if you wanna talk about it further. -16 Year old Chinese kid with parents that used to be like yours I would give this a second read. This seems like the best way to go and it seems similar to what I've experienced. | ||
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Kukaracha
France1954 Posts
- Real life situations and people are always better than online ones. If you can't find any good friends IRL, what are you going to do when you need help and actual support? Sign in to MSN? But that's a whole other topic. - You seem to spend a lot of time on the computer regardless. This is probably a concern for your parents. There are various ways to lead a life based on a virtual environment, but the most common one is being a loser, as in having a shitty job and only working to pay the bills and leave your job to play WoW. People like Day9 have achieved things. But for each Day9 there is a million of basement dwellers who are nothing but brainless consumers. Being Masters in SC2 shouldn't be your biggest goal; you need ambitions. And you need to show your parents that you have expectations, ambitions and personality. Show them that you are interested in programming, design or anything that you love and that could be your work later. If your only ambition is playing SC2, you just don't deserve anything from them. Period. - If playing SC2 pisses you off, quit playing for some time. - Understand that having a brand new computer is not a necessity, and that people around the world die of hunger, etc. In short, man up and don't whine about it. You need to show that you deserve such a thing and that you can manage it. If it's just a random desire they might as well 1) Tell you that they'll buy a new car "just because they want to" 2) Be worried about you not wanting to stop playing with your brand new toy. Maybe I'm being harsh, but please realize you're a spoiled teenager like any other. Don't blame your parents. Ps: talking about races is being racist. Racism does not necessarily involve a strong hate, but mostly a latent desire for separation and fear of the unknown. | ||
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Geordie
United Kingdom653 Posts
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