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More Details of MS/DOJ Deal
There are various news articles out at most major news sites, but they're all based on this press release from the Department of Justice. The actual terms of the settlement will probably become public shortly, so I wouldn't spend a whole lot of time trying to dissect this press release. Just read it for generalities. In sum: for this whole multi-year case, which you will recall started when Microsoft refused to obey its earlier behavior restrictions, we have more behavior restrictions, lasting only five years. And if MS doesn't obey those, they'll ... be in effect longer. Update: 11/02 15:07 GMT by M : Here are the promised terms of the settlement. Now you can dissect them. :) Update: 11/02 15:53 GMT by M : The states are refusing to sign on.
Here is another look at the settlement. I think this view is closer to the truth.
I mean, well you know what I mean.
Duh, I bet those 'Corporatism is good for you' guys will
-a- ignore the post
-b- minimize the post
-c- call the poster a liar
-d- say it's actually a good thing
My other sig is Funny.
The current posture of the USDOJ with respect to Microsoft reminds me of Robin Williams skit involving British Bobbies (police), and making an arrest? "Stop, or I shall say stop again!"
At first I missed the slash in there, and I thought that Microsoft had bought out the DOJ and changed it's name to MS DOJ. Well at least I can breathe a sigh of relief... for now.
I must say this looks VERY promising ...
All along it's history, Microsoft has shown us that they are *very* creative in killing the competition. No doubt they will find a way to do whatever they please. (They could always have a go in the book publishing business - a suggested title could be: Creative assassination in the corperate world')
Paying for software on a subscription system will be about as pleasant as standing outside in a hailstorm. So I guess MS picked a good name.
Constitutionally Correct
I am reminded of a line by Robin Williams...
Stop, or I'll say stop again....
I'm pretty sure my pastor said in church last week that when the Final Judgement comes Bill Gates will be going to Hell. Something about avarice, gluttony, sloth, etc. Let's hear it for the DoJ recognising who's really in charge here.
Karma: Bored. (Thinking about resurrecting the "Anyone else is an imposter" joke.)
STOP! Or I'll say "STOP!" again!
In fact, quite the opposite, we're planning to proceed on with plans for a brave GNU world of open/honest communications/commerce, free (as in absent) of MiSleading ?pr? payper liesense billsh!t. Having seen these face scans of the felonious fuddites, we have no choice but to resist to the last byte.
Meanwhile, (in case fud really is dead), check out our big (as in microscopic) web address giveaway. Includes a year's free hosting, for whois able to follow the simple directions.
Finally, please don't try to force us to accept your help/support, on this cite.
Yeah I can see it now.
Somewhere, in the Antarctic, a box suspended on a white parachute floats down. If one was to read the label on the side of the box, it would say "Complete and full disclosure of all server protocols."
You would have to be quick though. Upon landing, the parachute and the snow would quickly obscure the label.
"Yes, we released all the info to the public. They just have to go pick it up."
Democrats or Republicans. They are both taking us to the same place and they are not afraid of us anymore.
I have asked you nicely once. Do not make me ask you nicely again.
It is human nature to take shortcuts in thinking.
If they don't comply, the restrictions will be in effect longer? What if they still don't comply?
Come on in and get it.. your own presidentail deal.. for a hefty sum you too can commit murder, and whatever crime you want ! endanger this nation ! no worries.. But act quick, this deal is only in effect until the next election (hopefully)
Read all about it here hahahaha.
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Parent: "You're grounded. If you don't stay in your room the whole month you'll be grounded for another month."
Child ignores grounding, goes in and out as they please.
End of month, parent: "You didn't stay in your room, you're grounded for another month."
Child still ignores grounding...