explain how this could possible hold up in court against an antitrust complaint?
Not familiar with corporate law... but there's an option to turn off secure boot, and is actually required for Windows Certification on non ARM machines. TFA mentions this. TFA also has this gem of a line:
It's not really an option to force all our users to play with hard to find firmware settings before they can run Fedora.
No really sure how flicking a firmware switch to turn off Secure Boot is that difficult for any user installing any Linux operating system.
What is more worrisome and more headline worthy is that Microsoft has now become the de facto gatekeeper of your computer BIOS.
Or you could... you know, turn on custom mode so that you can run any OS you like. Custom mode is a requirement for any x86 PC that wants to be Windows Certified.
MANDATORY. On non-ARM systems, the platform MUST implement the ability for a physically present user to select between two Secure Boot modes in firmware setup: "Custom" and "Standard". Custom Mode allows for more flexibility as specified in the following:
a) It shall be possible for a physically present user to use the Custom Mode firmware setup option to modify the contents of the Secure Boot signature databases and the PK. This may be implemented by simply providing the option to clear all Secure Boot databases (PK, KEK, db, dbx) which will put the system into setup mode.
b) If the user ends up deleting the PK then, upon exiting the Custom Mode firmware setup, the system will be operating in Setup Mode with SecureBoot turned off.
c) The firmware setup shall indicate if Secure Boot is turned on, and if it is operated in Standard or Custom Mode. The firmware setup must provide an option to return from Custom to Standard Mode which restores the factory defaults.
For some reason growing up, everyone I knew named "Ryan" was a trouble maker, even though they were completely unrelated and came from different families/backgrounds. I always thought the name was cursed.
which is easier than it used to be, because author lists are also getting longer; it's not unusual for papers in biology to have ten or more authors listed
So true. Here's a paper with 27 authors listed.... here's another one with a whopping 80 authors!
Well, if it's not distinguishable from gravity, that's not the realm of science.
Interesting you say this, since unfalsifiable claims (e.g. the universe popped into existence 6000 years ago with all supporting evidence to suggest it's 13 billion years old) are also not the realm of science.
Evolution does not explain how life came into being. Maybe that's your mistake? Because mechanisms of evolution (natural selection, mutation, gene flow, recombination, etc.) are not circumstantial; they have been *observed.* The results of evolution, e.g. speciation, have also been *observed.*
You know the actual company name is RIM.... it's even shorter than their ticker so using it saves time and has the added effect of making you look like less of a douche.
but if the only music you have available is locally produced you would have a vastly LESS diverse pool of music to listen to.
I think you're forgetting about the internet. Sure the music might be locally produced, but what's stopping it from reaching audiences around the globe? You'll still be able to get your fix of country music if you like... it's just that there will be no people like Garth Brooks coming to your town anytime soon, and if you want to go to a country show you can head down south to see an authentic one. It's a little like eating a pineapple in the tropics as opposed to your kitchen. Makes it a little more special.
1. I'm not *trying* to make any money in music; my "real job" is as a physicist. I'm paid just fine. My post wasn't about me or my situation in the tiniest bit.
I think cpu6502 means the plural "you," as in you artists in general, the people you're referencing in your post.... not specifically you individually.
2. In no way did I assert that anyone deserves to make money at something simply because they want to do it. How you got that out of my post, I'll never know.
You said "The problem is that your statement that "an artist can make it on their own" is, for the most part, not true. Never mind millions -- almost no artists are making a basic living selling music anymore." To which I and my GP say "So what?" No one is paid to do what they love just because they love it; they're paid to produce a product that has demand. If your friends aren't making any money, then there's either too much supply or not enough demand.
There's nothing incredibly exceptional about the RPi except its price. The alternative options (Beagleboard, Gumstix, etc.) out there are completely viable options, and for the greater expense you typically get more power and flexibility. Plus you don't have to wait 3+ months to order one.
Can you actually back that up? Microsoft does a lot of fundamental CS research: algorithms, graphics, hardware, machine learning, number theory, statistics, etc. Microsoft also has thousands of products with thousands of components each. How exactly do you know the inner workings of all these products, and how can you confirm the research in thousands of peer-reviewed journals isn't making it into their products?
No. I'm not saying it's a bad thing either. I'm just saying when Google's self driving car started, there were already numerous examples of self driving cars working around the world, and they basically bought the talent behind the best one to ensure their system was the best in the world. Which I think is a good thing.
Here you go. About 14,000 peer reviewed publications for the computer science community, about 10,000 of which were published completely in house by Microsoft Research, and about 4,000 of which were done in collaboration with Universities.
So your evidence to the contrary boils down to "Pfft, yeah sure." iPhones are very expensive, and not everyone can afford them, especially in China. Windows Phone is sold on several lower end models. Kind of makes sense in a way... but I guess you're right, it boils down to he-said she-said. No real evidence to back it up.
How about a look at some numbers in a nearby region: Russia
According to this report, Windows Phone sold more units than iOS during Q1 2012. Furthermore, 3 of the top 5 most popular phones over 10000 RUB were Windows Phones.
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G'uhgh.... once again geeks confusing a technical capability with a real-world practicality
And once again, geeks not realizing anyone but geeks install and use operating systems other than the one that came with their hardware.
explain how this could possible hold up in court against an antitrust complaint?
Not familiar with corporate law... but there's an option to turn off secure boot, and is actually required for Windows Certification on non ARM machines. TFA mentions this. TFA also has this gem of a line:
It's not really an option to force all our users to play with hard to find firmware settings before they can run Fedora.
No really sure how flicking a firmware switch to turn off Secure Boot is that difficult for any user installing any Linux operating system.
What is more worrisome and more headline worthy is that Microsoft has now become the de facto gatekeeper of your computer BIOS.
Or you could... you know, turn on custom mode so that you can run any OS you like. Custom mode is a requirement for any x86 PC that wants to be Windows Certified.
P.S. UEFI replaces BIOS
I am pretty sure that if a hardware manufacturer like Dell locks out Linux operating systems
If Dell wants Windows Certification it better not do this. Per the Windows Certification Requirements, page 122:
MANDATORY. On non-ARM systems, the platform MUST implement the ability for a physically present user to select between two Secure Boot modes in firmware setup: "Custom" and "Standard". Custom Mode allows for more flexibility as specified in the following:
a) It shall be possible for a physically present user to use the Custom Mode firmware setup option to modify the contents of the Secure Boot signature databases and the PK. This may be implemented by simply providing the option to clear all Secure Boot databases (PK, KEK, db, dbx) which will put the system into setup mode.
b) If the user ends up deleting the PK then, upon exiting the Custom Mode firmware setup, the system will be operating in Setup Mode with SecureBoot turned off.
c) The firmware setup shall indicate if Secure Boot is turned on, and if it is operated in Standard or Custom Mode. The firmware setup must provide an option to return from Custom to Standard Mode which restores the factory defaults.
Everyone who votes for this bill will be dead by the time it's a problem. What do they care?
For some reason growing up, everyone I knew named "Ryan" was a trouble maker, even though they were completely unrelated and came from different families/backgrounds. I always thought the name was cursed.
which is easier than it used to be, because author lists are also getting longer; it's not unusual for papers in biology to have ten or more authors listed
So true. Here's a paper with 27 authors listed.... here's another one with a whopping 80 authors!
Can't you sue them for more than the actual damages? Say... damages + money lost taking the day + court fees + lawyer fees etc.?
Why does your battery last 6 hours max? That seems absurdly low. What kind of device are you using?
Given the kind of content at places like 4chan, can you really honestly say you care about the opinion of people with the internet?
Well, if it's not distinguishable from gravity, that's not the realm of science.
Interesting you say this, since unfalsifiable claims (e.g. the universe popped into existence 6000 years ago with all supporting evidence to suggest it's 13 billion years old) are also not the realm of science.
Evolution does not explain how life came into being. Maybe that's your mistake? Because mechanisms of evolution (natural selection, mutation, gene flow, recombination, etc.) are not circumstantial; they have been *observed.* The results of evolution, e.g. speciation, have also been *observed.*
You know the actual company name is RIM.... it's even shorter than their ticker so using it saves time and has the added effect of making you look like less of a douche.
Ah, the quintessential terrible academic homepage. Love that black/blue on mint green theme going on. Burned into my retina in 3 seconds flat!
but if the only music you have available is locally produced you would have a vastly LESS diverse pool of music to listen to.
I think you're forgetting about the internet. Sure the music might be locally produced, but what's stopping it from reaching audiences around the globe? You'll still be able to get your fix of country music if you like... it's just that there will be no people like Garth Brooks coming to your town anytime soon, and if you want to go to a country show you can head down south to see an authentic one. It's a little like eating a pineapple in the tropics as opposed to your kitchen. Makes it a little more special.
1. I'm not *trying* to make any money in music; my "real job" is as a physicist. I'm paid just fine. My post wasn't about me or my situation in the tiniest bit.
I think cpu6502 means the plural "you," as in you artists in general, the people you're referencing in your post.... not specifically you individually.
2. In no way did I assert that anyone deserves to make money at something simply because they want to do it. How you got that out of my post, I'll never know.
You said "The problem is that your statement that "an artist can make it on their own" is, for the most part, not true. Never mind millions -- almost no artists are making a basic living selling music anymore." To which I and my GP say "So what?" No one is paid to do what they love just because they love it; they're paid to produce a product that has demand. If your friends aren't making any money, then there's either too much supply or not enough demand.
There's nothing incredibly exceptional about the RPi except its price. The alternative options (Beagleboard, Gumstix, etc.) out there are completely viable options, and for the greater expense you typically get more power and flexibility. Plus you don't have to wait 3+ months to order one.
Maybe Computation Science? Then we don't even need to change the acronym.
Most research never leaves Microsoft. Only the developers of the project leave. (with their research they cannot use anymore)
You know... except the 10k+ peer reviewed publications available to the CS community, nothing ever comes out of MS R&D.
Can you actually back that up? Microsoft does a lot of fundamental CS research: algorithms, graphics, hardware, machine learning, number theory, statistics, etc. Microsoft also has thousands of products with thousands of components each. How exactly do you know the inner workings of all these products, and how can you confirm the research in thousands of peer-reviewed journals isn't making it into their products?
For the world? Or for Microsoft?
Publishing research is beneficial for the world. Not just Microsoft.
No. I'm not saying it's a bad thing either. I'm just saying when Google's self driving car started, there were already numerous examples of self driving cars working around the world, and they basically bought the talent behind the best one to ensure their system was the best in the world. Which I think is a good thing.
Citations needed.
Here you go. About 14,000 peer reviewed publications for the computer science community, about 10,000 of which were published completely in house by Microsoft Research, and about 4,000 of which were done in collaboration with Universities.
What about their self-driving cars?
They bought the talent: aka Sebastian Thrun, who worked on many successful self driving cars before being hired by Google.
So your evidence to the contrary boils down to "Pfft, yeah sure." iPhones are very expensive, and not everyone can afford them, especially in China. Windows Phone is sold on several lower end models. Kind of makes sense in a way... but I guess you're right, it boils down to he-said she-said. No real evidence to back it up.
How about a look at some numbers in a nearby region: Russia
According to this report, Windows Phone sold more units than iOS during Q1 2012. Furthermore, 3 of the top 5 most popular phones over 10000 RUB were Windows Phones.