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Computing Pet Peeves?

Posted by Cliff on from the things-programs-do-to-piss-you-off dept.

Matthaeus asks: "I'm a 3rd-year CS student who will most likely be writing end-user applications after graduation. Naturally, I would like my apps to sell well, so I want to minimize user annoyance as much as possible. In an effort to improve my coding skills, what are Slashdot readers' biggest pet peeves when it comes to software? For example, my largest pet peeve is when a program steals the focus from another program while I'm typing. Maybe other software developers could take notice of this discussion also."

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  1. And that fucking purple ape makes me sick as well! by ringbarer · · Score: -1, Troll

    Computing should be harmonious, no unexpected pop-ups, no over-designed user interfaces getting in the way of the WORK I want to do.

    That's why shareware is getting ripped off all the time, the authors don't give a damn about their users, and instead plump for stuffing their .cab files jam packed full of cancerware.

    Real is the worst offender here. I see NO reason to install their filthy bloated bugfest of a 'media experience' and let those bastards have full access to my hard drive.

    Quicktime's equally bad. Especially as a plugin. I can no longer download mp3s sensibly, as a fucking VIDEO PLAYER steals them before the 'Save' dialog pops up. Of course, not providing ANY feedback whatsoever until the file's downloaded. But hey, that's not a problem, is it Steve?

    Fucking cunts, the lot of them. They deserve to be eviscerated without anaethesia!

    --
    "Why did they cancel my favorite Sci-Fi show? I downloaded ALL the episodes!"
  2. As long as you can write code by Melinda+French · · Score: -1, Troll

    ...that'll make my Bill want to ram me with his 22-inch schlong over and over and again, I'd be happy. If you can write this software, I may invite you to fist me while Bill pummels my cum-soaked pussy.

    --
    I love Bill...
  3. Re:Also... by Melinda+French · · Score: -1, Troll

    You know, sometimes I think that Bill's got some negroe blood in him. I mean, you don't see 22-inch cocks on pure members of the White Race!

    --
    I love Bill...
  4. Re:Pet Peeves/requests of an HCI designer by Melinda+French · · Score: -1, Troll

    You know, I've decided to turn to pr0n and my trusty vibrator, now that Bill refuses to skewer my genitals with his 22-inch trouser snake. Do you know of any good sites out there? I mean, with a name like leviramsey, you must know a lot about pr0n!
    Also, when I read your name, I sometimes see Billy, Ram Me. I really need to have a good squirting orgasm. Jean-Louis Gassee just doesn't have the cock-length that Bill has.... *sigh*

    --
    I love Bill...