Wanna check out the string theory?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around string theory, specifically a resource for understanding its basic concepts through a PBS NOVA program featuring Brian Greene. Participants share their thoughts on the accessibility of the material and the format in which it can be viewed.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares a link to a PBS NOVA program on string theory, highlighting its basic level of explanation and recommending the accompanying book and DVD by Brian Greene.
  • Another participant inquires about the compatibility of the video with different media players.
  • A third participant confirms that QuickTime is required to view the video and provides a link for downloading it.
  • Another participant notes that the topic has been discussed previously and mentions the existence of links to download the actual files instead of streaming.

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Participants do not reach a consensus on the best way to access the string theory content, with some focusing on streaming while others mention downloading options. The discussion reflects a mix of shared resources and differing preferences for media access.

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Some participants reference prior discussions about the topic, indicating that there may be additional resources or viewpoints not fully explored in this thread.

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wanna check out the string theory?

hey guys, umm... i was surfing on the net and found a useful source to understand the basic ( i mean at the very basic level) , what is string theory?


okay , you guys might be watching PBS channel on TV. NOVA is a producing company for this channel. this movie is really made possible by british physicist BRIAN GREENE. You can watch the streaming video, part by part, on this link. It has good animation and simplified to extremely basic level. I really liked it and i also ordered the BOOK and DVD

The title is ELEGANT UNIVERSE by brian greene

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/elegant/program.html

This is a priceless dedication by brian greene, please watch it. The book is really interesting and is the best selling book of the year.

Thank you, waiting for your replies...

Neil Panchal
 
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do you need quick tim eplayer to watch it or can you watch with Windows media player.
 
you need a quick time player to watch it. you can download on www.quicktime.com. thanks.
 
ty infinitemind however this has already been discussed numerous times infact if you go through these somewhere there is a link to download the actual files instead of streaming them.

anyway thanks for the link
 

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