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Taking Aim At The Mod Squads

Posted by timothy on from the put-the-screwdriver-down dept.

Cutriss writes "CNN's usually dry and uninspired reporting was interrupted today by this interesting and rather well-informed piece by Eric Hellweg from the Technical Investor section. It compares and contrasts efforts from various companies in squashing/supporting the hobbyist community. It's rather well-timed, considering recent events."

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  1. Look at Linux vs. M$ by hbmartin · · Score: 0, Troll

    Yes, this isn't a game specific example. Think how many linux users who aren't zealots. Now think how many M$ users are. I'm sure there are many more case studies of this effect, but this one seems to be the best (IMH but accurate O) !

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  2. Re:Rather wrong headed, in spots by macdaddy357 · · Score: 1, Troll

    Stupid microshaft. Now the mod chips will be sold at flea markets and swap meets instead of conventional retailers. They will be a bigger hit than ever.

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