From the first part(physically owning), it seems to refer to owning the media on which the source is on(the server at titlserv)
The second, I am assuming from the article, is implying that they changed the program to do maintance and fix some bugs so it would continue to work.
Here's my take on the third. 'In no other manner'. The program, from the article, was not altered to do something other than the original intent. It was altered to fix bugs. I dont think ripping/cracking/etc to a *nix would qualify because it changes the 'manner' of the program/whatever was to be run on a Windows box/DVD player/Whatever.
It seems to be a well reasoned decision, actually.
Channels like HBO and Showtime offer all of their programming free to subscribers on Comcast In Demand.
As mentioned, you pay for those channels specifically, which is why their OnDemand is free to subscribers. Also, giving customers free access to all that programming is good for HBO/Showtime/Starz/etc because as an added value, it helps retention rates.
We had our Comcast person hooking up a phone line to let the cable box talk to their service. At the last minute he asked, "do you have DSL?" We did, and now it looks like we have to use the actual phone to order OnDemand shows. We never have, since it's such a pain, though we constantly watch the free ones, expecially the kid shows.
I work for Comcast out of the New England region. None of our services require a phone line. All of our stuff(Digital cable, VoD, internet, VoIP) use cable lines.
Also, for the CBS deals, CSI and NCiS are in HD format(for people using a HiDef or DVR box). Something to consider.:)
...let me say they SUCK. Cinematech is the simplest idea for a video game show. ie, show cool clips and fmv, let the viewer veg back and enjoy. Toss in an occasional themed show(all ninja games, retro gaming, etc) and it was great. But these co-produced ones are just shit. Some fake feminist group talking about 'empowering women in games'. I don't need two Wellesey Collage rejects lecturing me before each clip and (badly) acting all feminazi and 'down with men'.
It takes a lot of money to build and maintain a solid infrastructure to support widespread VOIP, whereas Vonage, et al, are pretty much leeching on. Of course, the VOIP startups can try to make a partnership with the broadband providers.:p
For the purpose of disclosure, I do work for Comcast. That also gives me insight to how much money we are going to spend to upgrade our network so we can do a widespread VOIP rollout.
I *highly* doubt anyone here at Comcast is that stupid. If we knowingly and deliberatly disrupt a lifeline service, we can get the living bejesus fined/sued out of us.
They weren't advertising VoIP. It was digital phone. Without getting technical, digital phone is similar to POTS except it goes over the cable line(usually in the 700+ MHz range) as opposed to using a normal phone line.
...that cable companies are getting into the act. Here in New England, Comcast has been testing VOIP in selected areas of Massachusetts since last year. The plan is to start launching the product this year. This will be an interesting year for VOIP, what with more competition entering the fray.
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It's an interesting ruling.
From the first part(physically owning), it seems to refer to owning the media on which the source is on(the server at titlserv)
The second, I am assuming from the article, is implying that they changed the program to do maintance and fix some bugs so it would continue to work.
Here's my take on the third. 'In no other manner'. The program, from the article, was not altered to do something other than the original intent. It was altered to fix bugs. I dont think ripping/cracking/etc to a *nix would qualify because it changes the 'manner' of the program/whatever was to be run on a Windows box/DVD player/Whatever.
It seems to be a well reasoned decision, actually.
Channels like HBO and Showtime offer all of their programming free to subscribers on Comcast In Demand.
As mentioned, you pay for those channels specifically, which is why their OnDemand is free to subscribers. Also, giving customers free access to all that programming is good for HBO/Showtime/Starz/etc because as an added value, it helps retention rates.
We had our Comcast person hooking up a phone line to let the cable box talk to their service. At the last minute he asked, "do you have DSL?" We did, and now it looks like we have to use the actual phone to order OnDemand shows. We never have, since it's such a pain, though we constantly watch the free ones, expecially the kid shows.
:)
I work for Comcast out of the New England region. None of our services require a phone line. All of our stuff(Digital cable, VoD, internet, VoIP) use cable lines.
Also, for the CBS deals, CSI and NCiS are in HD format(for people using a HiDef or DVR box). Something to consider.
...let me say they SUCK. Cinematech is the simplest idea for a video game show. ie, show cool clips and fmv, let the viewer veg back and enjoy. Toss in an occasional themed show(all ninja games, retro gaming, etc) and it was great. But these co-produced ones are just shit. Some fake feminist group talking about 'empowering women in games'. I don't need two Wellesey Collage rejects lecturing me before each clip and (badly) acting all feminazi and 'down with men'.
hey Doublem, I am in Watertown. let me grab my baseball bat and I'll meet you in Newton!
:)
Plus.. Tular's(or whatever they are called now) has great bread.
...Jar Jar meets a painful demise, I am happy.
Wow, that sounded redundant. :p
plus the box seems to freeze up every so often (even when not recording)
Known issue. I think in the New England Market, I think a firmware upgrade already has gone out to fix this.
...I'd rather see a Venture Brothers game.
I know cable companies are not being pointed at by the report, but just making my point anyways. :p
It takes a lot of money to build and maintain a solid infrastructure to support widespread VOIP, whereas Vonage, et al, are pretty much leeching on. Of course, the VOIP startups can try to make a partnership with the broadband providers. :p
For the purpose of disclosure, I do work for Comcast. That also gives me insight to how much money we are going to spend to upgrade our network so we can do a widespread VOIP rollout.
Do I need a referral for my medical insurance?
Not a slip. Zerging is a real MMO term nowadays. DAoC players tend to use the phrase a lot.
Well, Booty Bay *is* in Stranglethorn Vale, a contested(PvP) zone. So, you know, you could...
For added fun, level priests up to Mind Control them to attack each other.
I *highly* doubt anyone here at Comcast is that stupid. If we knowingly and deliberatly disrupt a lifeline service, we can get the living bejesus fined/sued out of us.
Very true. Kind of surprising they didn't even mention the phone offering at all, considering they do get some commission on sales leads like that.
;)
Anyways, I had the good sense to leave customer service over 2 years ago. Dispatch is much nicer.
They weren't advertising VoIP. It was digital phone. Without getting technical, digital phone is similar to POTS except it goes over the cable line(usually in the 700+ MHz range) as opposed to using a normal phone line.
or CockOS. The OS for dicks...
...that cable companies are getting into the act. Here in New England, Comcast has been testing VOIP in selected areas of Massachusetts since last year. The plan is to start launching the product this year. This will be an interesting year for VOIP, what with more competition entering the fray.
"Me fail english? That unpossible!"
...would probably be something like this
Is Geko still nerfing accuracy? Kidding, kidding.
Real question: Looking back at CoH's development, if there was one thing you wished you did differently, what would it be and why?
I'd recommand this. It contains files the Sleeping Princess didn't leave on the humptydumpty. Like Herzog.
Now, if I could only record HDTV shows....
With the 6208 HiDef/DVR boxes from Comcast you can, though they cost about $8-10 more a month than a normal HD cable box.
For disclosure, I suppose I should point out I work for Comcast up here in Malden.
After you get your prints, the memory is wiped and the unit is repackaged. The camera is then resold to the general public.