The service is still running on their servers. You having the source code does not give you the magic ability to change their service on their servers.
If you don't want to be dependant on them, run your own server and write your own modifications.
You said "Currently, the end user gets screwed when they use a web app, because they don't have control over it. With v3, they will"
Well, will this change to the GPL affect that at all? I say no. Yes you can download the source to their webapp, but you don't have their data. The data is the reason people use X companies webapp. You can change your copy of their source all day long and it will cause exactly no changes to company X's running webapp.
If the user wants to use company X's webapp, the use it. Don't expect to have any control over it. If you want control, run your own damn webapp.
OK, fine. What law specifically would you charge him with?
"Mugging" in the game is perfectly allowed, it is a part of the game.
The only thing he did "wrong" was use a bot. This isn't illegal, merely a voilation of the ToS. That should result in him being banned by the people running the servers. He did nothing criminal.
I agree, he was "dishonorable", but again, show me a law against it. As for extortianate, I don't see how either definition of the word fits here. It wasn't extortion or exorbinate.
Issue: If VCR's/DVD's were illegal and no longer existed, then theoretically, more people would go see the movie at the theater, so you can't say they would lose half.
You said - "Now if someone could just tell me why I bothered to write this long of a reply..."
I answer - "Because this was very helpful information on a topic I have been curious about, but never enough to look up. I thank you for your clear concise answer."
I send an email to "big GPL'd" project saying that my EVLA lets me use any code as if it was my own and if they don't agree it's their responsibility to ensure there is no way possible for me to get the software?
Slashdot Mirror
you mean the windows update that runs in a browser window?
How, after listening to 2 hours of radio over 5 years, can you say "Most of today's music is shitty".
Going out on a limb, I would guess you have no idea what is out there.
The service is still running on their servers. You having the source code does not give you the magic ability to change their service on their servers.
If you don't want to be dependant on them, run your own server and write your own modifications.
You said "Currently, the end user gets screwed when they use a web app, because they don't have control over it. With v3, they will"
Well, will this change to the GPL affect that at all? I say no. Yes you can download the source to their webapp, but you don't have their data. The data is the reason people use X companies webapp. You can change your copy of their source all day long and it will cause exactly no changes to company X's running webapp.
If the user wants to use company X's webapp, the use it. Don't expect to have any control over it. If you want control, run your own damn webapp.
I hope you're not a doctor.
I don't like the idea of something with a "fatal flaw" that "started being tolerable".
Shouldn't a fatal flaw mean it isn't tolerable? Have our expectations gone down that much?
"not going to be able to achieve the form factor that the iPod has"
Have you looked at your cell phone lately? It could easily be done, and has, by other manufacturers.
OK, fine. What law specifically would you charge him with?
"Mugging" in the game is perfectly allowed, it is a part of the game.
The only thing he did "wrong" was use a bot. This isn't illegal, merely a voilation of the ToS. That should result in him being banned by the people running the servers. He did nothing criminal.
I agree, he was "dishonorable", but again, show me a law against it. As for extortianate, I don't see how either definition of the word fits here. It wasn't extortion or exorbinate.
So, what crime did he commit?
Well, with your views on how the real and virtal worlds relate, I'm not surprised you don't play games.
I haven't seen a copy of "Working at McDonalds for minimum wage" or "Living in moms basement" at the game store for you.
Okay,
Issue: If VCR's/DVD's were illegal and no longer existed, then theoretically, more people would go see the movie at the theater, so you can't say they would lose half.
Or sell him something :)
No thanks, I just ate.
Oh come on, that was beautiful swedish chef and you know it. You're just jealous.
And maybe I'll learn how to spell checker.
Good god man! Maybe a spell ckecker would be a good project to be "pooring" lots of money at to "right".
Hey another ex-streamer!
So, how long were you in for? And where did you do your time?
MrTaz
OK, it's official, I am a moron.
Please explain to me (using short words - remember, i am a moron) how bundling media player with windows decreases my choices.
Did all the other products disappear?
And if you are caught speeding? Ta-da! A ticket. You are wrong if you get caught or not.
You might want to re-read enders game.
They weren't controlling robots. They were directing humans.
No, they would be spending the same percentage of their income on taxes as the rich. 18% is 18%.
OK, I'll bite, what _new_ feature did they invent for this release?
OK, fine with me. First take all the taxes off alcohol and tobacco taxes. Let's see how that hits your state/federal revenue.
For the record, I am an ex-smoker and an occasional drinker and I still find your post funny.
You said - "Now if someone could just tell me why I bothered to write this long of a reply..."
I answer - "Because this was very helpful information on a topic I have been curious about, but never enough to look up. I thank you for your clear concise answer."
Have a nice day cryptnotic
Oh, you mean like GM(?) did when a drunk rear-ended some kids car at 60 mph and the kid burned to death?
Yeah, the family sued big-car-company and got millions. Damn that car company, they should design cars to withstand a 60MPH collision.
So, does that work with the GPL?
I send an email to "big GPL'd" project saying that my EVLA lets me use any code as if it was my own and if they don't agree it's their responsibility to ensure there is no way possible for me to get the software?
Cool, gotta go get typing.
At least get your facts straight.
You do not need the internet to activate your product. A simple phone call to the number provided will get you your key.
Please, no FUD, it's not becoming of you as an individual, or linux users as a group.