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Microsoft Unveils Windows 7 File-Sharing Beta
nandemoari writes "Microsoft yesterday released a trial version of new file-sharing software intended for use with its upcoming and highly-anticipated operating system.
The new software allows PC users to swap files with the computers of friends, family, and trusted colleagues along safe, secure channels. Dubbed 'Windows Live ID Sign-in Assistant 6.5,' the beta connects the Windows Live IDs of individual users with a Windows 7 account, essentially building a secure link between data stored on a hard drive and information accessible via Windows Live online."
Why would I use something that will be the target of hackers, more than likely screened or DRMed, and potentially logged,when free, even desktop alternatives exist? No thanks!
Do the 8 thousand voices around you screaming DRM/danger/It's a trap seem to have any indication of this being anything other than a ticking timebomb in your pc?
Man, I've heard of selective hearing but damn!
Microsoft is just cutting off its nose to spite it's face. For the infinite #th time.
Microsoft takes a good long look and throws itself into the abyss. "HERE WE ARE!" Infect us with viruses you script kiddies you! Windows 7 Neon Bulls eye, now in Home, Business and Ultimate flavors.
What would Richard Feynman do, if he were here right now? He'd do some math and he'd follow through!
Uninstall? Seriously? It's been a long time since you used Microsoft software, hasn't it?
Whaaaaaah. I'm a cry baby. Listen to me rant on the internet. Whaaaaaah.
moox. for a new generation.