Trolling involves insulting, or in your case, condescending remarks by an individual who cannot come up with something informative, interesting or funny. Since my post has been officially ranked 'Funny', that precludes me from being a troll. However, you sir, are a troll. Keep it up.
Listen Chips, my little quip was modded funny so obviously *some* people still find it humorous. Please troll somewhere else if you're having a bad day.
But why not cut out the middle-man? We don't need "the music industrie" for on-line music do we?
Actually both the artist AND the consumer need "the music industry" at this time (until the industry changes). The music industry is arguably the largest marketing and distribution machine in the world. Without that the artist(s) will not have the same exposure as they do today. Yes they have the internet, but many people don't go on the internet to hear music that they have never heard before (some do but many don't). Typically they hear a song on the radio or see it on the TV or steaming video... that's all thanks to the music industry.
As you said, if Apple were to take care of the marketing that might be a step in the right direction. A perfect example of this is Walmart and Starbucks. Walmart signed a contract with Garth Brooks allowing them exclusive rights to sell his latest album (and probably more). Starbucks did the same with Alanis Morrisett. In my opinion, it is a brilliant business decision considering they have arguably as much 'reach' as the music industry. The feel-good result of this is that the music industry are probably shitting their pants (that's a lot of lost revenue for them).
So if the 'middle-man' is to be cut out, international businesses will have to step up and take over the marketing and distribution. I find it very hard to believe that an artist who hasn't had any exposure could do it on their own.
Can you be anymore dramatic? I certainly disagree that WoW was designed by racists, for racists. You definitely need to take this as what it is - a GAME. You could make similar parallels with Lord Of The Rings. Was Peter Jackson (who you would paint as a racist) making a movie purely for racists? Is it white power?
This won't deter me from downloading music. Anything the music associations create (dmca, etc) will be torn down by a 14 year old kid from sweden. What about the artists?? Well I don't give a shit. It's not my fault their music label pays them $1 million dollars before they even release a shitty album. You want my money? Earn it. I'll pay money - if i like you - to see your ass in concert. And don't give me the crap that you don't make money; I read a statistic that christina agulkajlara made 30 million tours alone. Can't live off that? Not my problem. I think she has plenty of food on her table.
Anyhow, bring on the laws b/c there will always be a work-around in the computer world. Don't troll me for saying what everyone else is thinking.
That's b/c not nearly as many hackers are targeting Fedora... or Apple for that matter. I have to admit though, Kaminsky's remark is a little dramatic.
Once again Microsoft demonstrates that they are very out of touch with the average computer user.
Are they really? Microsoft has waited a long time to release a new browser. During this time they have seen what people like in other browsers and are adding those features to IE7; hence making them in-touch with the average computer user.
They continuously talk about what they're doing and what they have. When we watch CNN they are announcing that the US is preparing military operations in Najaf. Other than psychological/intimidation tactics, to me it doesn't make sense that they always announce their plans. Once these other countries see what we have in the latest wired article, they are going to develop something similar. Is it me or do they need to STFU?
I honestly don't understand the hype behind the ipod. After doing the research I ended up buying the Dell DJ. Both are simple to use and easy to navigate. The iPod has a better interface, but functionality-wise I think the dj provides the best bang for your buck.
Price Dell DJ (15gb) = $199 iPod (15gb) = $299
Battery Dell DJ = 20 hours!! iPod = 8 hours
Ok the iPod has a contact list and calendar but who cares? We all have phones or pda's with that shit on it.
iTunes? Call me a troll but I don't buy my music, and like I care what you music-buying-hippies think
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sorry to hear your nose sticks out further than your penis...
Trolling involves insulting, or in your case, condescending remarks by an individual who cannot come up with something informative, interesting or funny. Since my post has been officially ranked 'Funny', that precludes me from being a troll. However, you sir, are a troll. Keep it up.
Listen Chips, my little quip was modded funny so obviously *some* people still find it humorous. Please troll somewhere else if you're having a bad day.
remain in the hands of its creator, Al Gore.
This will depend on what the government allows. They will need the keys to decrypt communications for law enforcement, etc.
But why not cut out the middle-man? We don't need "the music industrie" for on-line music do we?
Actually both the artist AND the consumer need "the music industry" at this time (until the industry changes). The music industry is arguably the largest marketing and distribution machine in the world. Without that the artist(s) will not have the same exposure as they do today. Yes they have the internet, but many people don't go on the internet to hear music that they have never heard before (some do but many don't). Typically they hear a song on the radio or see it on the TV or steaming video... that's all thanks to the music industry.
As you said, if Apple were to take care of the marketing that might be a step in the right direction. A perfect example of this is Walmart and Starbucks. Walmart signed a contract with Garth Brooks allowing them exclusive rights to sell his latest album (and probably more). Starbucks did the same with Alanis Morrisett. In my opinion, it is a brilliant business decision considering they have arguably as much 'reach' as the music industry. The feel-good result of this is that the music industry are probably shitting their pants (that's a lot of lost revenue for them).
So if the 'middle-man' is to be cut out, international businesses will have to step up and take over the marketing and distribution. I find it very hard to believe that an artist who hasn't had any exposure could do it on their own.
You sir, are moron.
I am duping this statement.
Can you be anymore dramatic? I certainly disagree that WoW was designed by racists, for racists. You definitely need to take this as what it is - a GAME. You could make similar parallels with Lord Of The Rings. Was Peter Jackson (who you would paint as a racist) making a movie purely for racists? Is it white power?
You sir, are moron.
People paying for their services are. Take away the demand and you will see the supply diminish.
Farmers aren't only chinese... it's the classic 'pass the buck onto someone else' mantra.
Ever hear of proxy servers?
I would disagree with the order, it is more like:
1. Deny while Patent
2. Deny while Extend and Patent
3. Embrace and Market
4. Profit
This won't deter me from downloading music. Anything the music associations create (dmca, etc) will be torn down by a 14 year old kid from sweden. What about the artists?? Well I don't give a shit. It's not my fault their music label pays them $1 million dollars before they even release a shitty album. You want my money? Earn it. I'll pay money - if i like you - to see your ass in concert. And don't give me the crap that you don't make money; I read a statistic that christina agulkajlara made 30 million tours alone. Can't live off that? Not my problem. I think she has plenty of food on her table.
Anyhow, bring on the laws b/c there will always be a work-around in the computer world. Don't troll me for saying what everyone else is thinking.
- Turd
Well said
That's b/c not nearly as many hackers are targeting Fedora... or Apple for that matter. I have to admit though, Kaminsky's remark is a little dramatic.
Why doesn't canada pass an anti-corruption bill... oops, that would put all the liberals in jail. Nevermind.
Once again Microsoft demonstrates that they are very out of touch with the average computer user.
Are they really? Microsoft has waited a long time to release a new browser. During this time they have seen what people like in other browsers and are adding those features to IE7; hence making them in-touch with the average computer user.
Not sure if they have decided on a name yet...
Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Diaper
Indiana Jones: The Battle Against Hip-Replacement Surgery
Indiana Jones: Adventures of Alzheimer's
I could keep this up all day!
All you mutant genes out there!!
They continuously talk about what they're doing and what they have. When we watch CNN they are announcing that the US is preparing military operations in Najaf. Other than psychological/intimidation tactics, to me it doesn't make sense that they always announce their plans. Once these other countries see what we have in the latest wired article, they are going to develop something similar. Is it me or do they need to STFU?
FuC|
What cell are you writing this from?
I honestly don't understand the hype behind the ipod. After doing the research I ended up buying the Dell DJ. Both are simple to use and easy to navigate. The iPod has a better interface, but functionality-wise I think the dj provides the best bang for your buck.
Price
Dell DJ (15gb) = $199
iPod (15gb) = $299
Battery
Dell DJ = 20 hours!!
iPod = 8 hours
Ok the iPod has a contact list and calendar but who cares? We all have phones or pda's with that shit on it.
iTunes? Call me a troll but I don't buy my music, and like I care what you music-buying-hippies think
Tired of masturbating into a pack of bologna
Ok... we know this guy is the cook
... like the recent AIDS outbreak or genocide...
I'm in! Just need to modify the flux-capacitor on my delorean.
~Turd