Will this $12 million mean Opera can get rid of the spyware that seems to be incorperated into the free version of their browser and move to a more sensible business model?
I see no problems with their current pricing structure:
"Don't want to pay for our software? You can view ads as an alternative."
"Don't like adverts? Pay a low fee if you like the software."
Really, what is your problem in paying for software you like to use if you don't want to view adverts?
I've downloaded Napster and I'm currently a couple of hours into my free seven-day trial.
My first thoughts about the service are:
-For 9.95 a month it gives me all the music I can listen to on my PC without having to pay for each individual song/album separately
-If I want a specific album, or compliation, to listen to away from my PC then I can purchase this as a one-off which I then own a license for
Let's have a look at the distinction between these two pricing models:
Allowing me unlimited access to music from my PC, and via my home network using Shoutcast (the files play in Winamp also) seems a very good deal. In the past I would've had to buy every song/album I wanted to listen to, or be content with listening to a radio/music television. Now, I have access to a lot of content to listen to in the home.
Now - say I want to listen to music on my MiniDisc player while travelling to work by train, or if I wanted to burn a CD to listen to in the car - I can also do this, but the condition is that I must pay individually for these tracks, but in paying for the tracks/album, then I can use these files to play my music anywhere.
Personally, I think the software is brilliant and Napster have created a great service here. I plan to keep on my subscription when it becomes necessary to pay.
Well, it wouldn't be possible to do that by detecting via a webpage application, therefore this suggests a spyware application which would be detectable to Ad Aware.
The default firewall configuration is a confusing thing to say the least
(damn it's not as simple/powerful as iptables)
I hope the XP SP2 would improve things
If you don't know how to double-click "TCP/IP Settings", then switch to "Advanced" tab and click the check box which states: Protect my computer and network by limiting or preventing access to this computer from the Internet
Then you have absolutely no business near any firewall.
I would say the new Sun interface meets this criteria. Although it's only been demonstrated and not actually released, it's something I look forward to seeing as a new way forward in user interface design.
In the end, it really depends how you define an "Uber-Media-Machine", for lack of a better name.
Is the X-Box designed for playing DVDs? No, it's primarily a game console with a secondary function which allows you to play DVDs - perfect for the kids or those who don't want to/can't afford a separate DVD player in addition to a games console.
For $200 including the console + any mod chips required to make the media functions work - for the average person who wants a simple media machine for the cheap - it's bloody excellent for that price.
In the end, technology is always going to be around to circumvent whatever controls publishing companies put on CDs/other media - it's the natural course of technological evolution.
I don't download copyrighted files unless I have a license to use the music - ie the sort of situation where a CD breaks and I want to retrieve my content quickly, or the likes of the old-style MP3.com where music was legally available for download.
I do, however, copy all CDs that I buy to both PC (in mp3 format) and onto my Mini-disc player to listen to while not at home.
Even if there isn't a provision in law which states I may make backups, from everything the RIAA/MPAA has stated it appears that I own a license to use the content for personal use, not the actual media I'm sold - so by their own admission, I can choose to listen/watch my content in whatever way I choose.
You download the MP3s/OGGs/Take-your-pick from your favourite filesharing program as you own a license to listen to this music and in doing so you're acting entirely within the law.
If you look at the majority of incidents relating to bugs in Microsoft software, the majority of them have actually had patches available for download/install before any virus/worm outbreaks.
Perhaps it's the users who should accept liability for not installing these patches?
Right, so what about the Law student who writes all his work to pass as a graduate, but then loses it all because of a Virus which some kid has written?
Yes, I use backups - but a Law student won't necessarily be as tech savvy as me and many of us here. More to the point, why should everyone need to make backups in case of this? It's like saying all women should carry guns in case of rape.
Wouldn't that sort of scenario majorly screw up that person's life?
Something interesting which ntl did in the UK was they ran a "honeynet" type of system to detect computers infected by Blaster and removed their access to the cable network.
If MS was to remove patches for illegal versions of Windows and ISPs were to start suspending users while infected then it would up to the users both to legalise their software, but to protect their PCs.
This is a much better solution than blocking ports - why should legitimate users to actually pay attention to security be limited because of those who couldn't care less?
Windows Security Updates for April 2004 Published: April 13, 2004
Reading the page, this issue was fixed on April 13th 2004 and published on WindowsUpdate - why do you blame Microsoft when their OS should've been fully working had their published patches been installed?
I also have an AMD 2800 - quite enough, thanks. A 128 Mb Graphics card, 512 Mb of RAM - and windows STILL struggles.
Either, you have not-so-good hardware or you have a hell of a lot of spyware.
I run Windows XP on a 900 Mhz Athlon with 704mb PC 133 RAM and 64 Mb graphics card and it works a treat.
Isn't it obvious to you what the other poster said?
It is real easy to see that Apple is doing most of the stuff that MS is doing, with the only difference being that Apple has an extremely small market share.
I know it would be doomed to failure, but I'd like to see something like Blockbuster of even Netflix for audio CDs.
Rent, Rip, Encode, Return, Repeat...
But...but...you could connect an audio jack to your line out and record the music onto CD that way!
If the salesman has a NDA with Suse then it will be the salesman in breach of contract for giving away insider knowledge and not Microsoft. If there is no NDA - what law, exactly, are Microsoft/Salesman breaking?
Or have you not heard of the concept of headhunting?
The only reason this post from an AC was modded +1 Interesting is because it includes a conspiracy theory -(albeit flawed - against Microsoft.
That's just how it works with traditional landlines.
The telephone number being ported is basically setup with an advanced call divert at the switch which forwards it to an appropriate switch on the other telco's network. The telephone number is then added to the new providor's switch and assigned circuits as standard.
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Well that is the result of networking...which is also another big plus of attending:)
And now we can network in a virtual church with just a 10/100 NIC and a broadband connection.
I do think this could be a success, especially with people like myself.
I used to be a regular churchgoer however nowadays I find it difficult to go to my church - mainly due to my lifestyle and not actually being awake when a church service is on, and also lack of motivation. However, this is something I definitely intend to try - on a personal level, I'd much rather be a true Christian rather than not and going to church, with the social atmosphere, is part of that - I believe this is something that would help people, both like myself, and also those who would never try a church.
A-la-carte is working for C-Band dish owners, presumably since relative to cable there aren't many subscribers and also these C-Band customers are dedicated (high costs of equipment).
I work for a cableco in customer services, and I could guarantee you the situation the OP referred to would happen. As it stands, customers can be up to 10 minutes on the phone considering whether to change a particular package, imagine that situation now with not just three different packages, but 200 different packages.
Netflix or your local video store is a better deal than paying extra for movie channels, but there are few alternatives to the basic cable/satellite channels if you want to watch sports and cable only shows like South Park or The Shield. What else can you do? They're all pretty inconvenient compared to cable.
- You can find some popular TV shows on BT.
- Some official sports websites like motogp.com and mlb.com have live streaming video for pay.
- You can go to a friend's house to watch a favorite show.
In theory, it's a perfect idea. However, watching a video stream on my 17" CRT just isn't the same as watching a soccer game on a widescreen TV.
The selling point of cable is that it's convenient.
I currently pay 38 per month which gives me the different sports channels, movie channels, and all the other channels. Yeah, you do pay for many channels you don't watch, but then how do you decide the value of the channel? Is it unreasonable to value one cable channel at 5 (the cost of a movie ticket) for a whole months programming? If you watch over 8 channels the value begins to sink in.
Don't ya think they should port it over to minux instead? For those who do not know: minux=1.44 mb version of linux. Meanwhile, distributions like Mandrake are taking up 8 cds AND 1 dvd
Great! Now I can download X-Windows, FireFox, and all the other applications I use rather than having them all easily accessible with an installation program on a CD in a local drive!
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I see no problems with their current pricing structure:
"Don't want to pay for our software? You can view ads as an alternative."
"Don't like adverts? Pay a low fee if you like the software."
Really, what is your problem in paying for software you like to use if you don't want to view adverts?
My first thoughts about the service are:
-For 9.95 a month it gives me all the music I can listen to on my PC without having to pay for each individual song/album separately
-If I want a specific album, or compliation, to listen to away from my PC then I can purchase this as a one-off which I then own a license for
Let's have a look at the distinction between these two pricing models:
Allowing me unlimited access to music from my PC, and via my home network using Shoutcast (the files play in Winamp also) seems a very good deal. In the past I would've had to buy every song/album I wanted to listen to, or be content with listening to a radio/music television. Now, I have access to a lot of content to listen to in the home.
Now - say I want to listen to music on my MiniDisc player while travelling to work by train, or if I wanted to burn a CD to listen to in the car - I can also do this, but the condition is that I must pay individually for these tracks, but in paying for the tracks/album, then I can use these files to play my music anywhere.
Personally, I think the software is brilliant and Napster have created a great service here. I plan to keep on my subscription when it becomes necessary to pay.
Well, it wouldn't be possible to do that by detecting via a webpage application, therefore this suggests a spyware application which would be detectable to Ad Aware.
I hope the XP SP2 would improve things
If you don't know how to double-click "TCP/IP Settings", then switch to "Advanced" tab and click the check box which states:
Protect my computer and network by limiting or preventing access to this computer from the Internet
Then you have absolutely no business near any firewall.
I would say the new Sun interface meets this criteria. Although it's only been demonstrated and not actually released, it's something I look forward to seeing as a new way forward in user interface design.
Is the X-Box designed for playing DVDs? No, it's primarily a game console with a secondary function which allows you to play DVDs - perfect for the kids or those who don't want to/can't afford a separate DVD player in addition to a games console.
For $200 including the console + any mod chips required to make the media functions work - for the average person who wants a simple media machine for the cheap - it's bloody excellent for that price.
I don't download copyrighted files unless I have a license to use the music - ie the sort of situation where a CD breaks and I want to retrieve my content quickly, or the likes of the old-style MP3.com where music was legally available for download.
I do, however, copy all CDs that I buy to both PC (in mp3 format) and onto my Mini-disc player to listen to while not at home.
Even if there isn't a provision in law which states I may make backups, from everything the RIAA/MPAA has stated it appears that I own a license to use the content for personal use, not the actual media I'm sold - so by their own admission, I can choose to listen/watch my content in whatever way I choose.
You download the MP3s/OGGs/Take-your-pick from your favourite filesharing program as you own a license to listen to this music and in doing so you're acting entirely within the law.
All MS would need to do is issue "John Doe" lawsuits against certain IP addresses and registration or no registration, pirates can be found out.
Perhaps it's the users who should accept liability for not installing these patches?
What if Amazon's one-click patent is to stop other companies from doing the same? Could be good for all Amazon shareholders...
Yes, I use backups - but a Law student won't necessarily be as tech savvy as me and many of us here. More to the point, why should everyone need to make backups in case of this? It's like saying all women should carry guns in case of rape.
Wouldn't that sort of scenario majorly screw up that person's life?
If MS was to remove patches for illegal versions of Windows and ISPs were to start suspending users while infected then it would up to the users both to legalise their software, but to protect their PCs.
This is a much better solution than blocking ports - why should legitimate users to actually pay attention to security be limited because of those who couldn't care less?
Windows Security Updates for April 2004
Published: April 13, 2004
Reading the page, this issue was fixed on April 13th 2004 and published on WindowsUpdate - why do you blame Microsoft when their OS should've been fully working had their published patches been installed?
I run Windows XP on a 900 Mhz Athlon with 704mb PC 133 RAM and 64 Mb graphics card and it works a treat.
It is real easy to see that Apple is doing most of the stuff that MS is doing, with the only difference being that Apple has an extremely small market share.
Or didn't you read that part of the post?
But...but...you could connect an audio jack to your line out and record the music onto CD that way!
If the salesman has a NDA with Suse then it will be the salesman in breach of contract for giving away insider knowledge and not Microsoft. If there is no NDA - what law, exactly, are Microsoft/Salesman breaking?
Or have you not heard of the concept of headhunting?
The only reason this post from an AC was modded +1 Interesting is because it includes a conspiracy theory -(albeit flawed - against Microsoft.
The telephone number being ported is basically setup with an advanced call divert at the switch which forwards it to an appropriate switch on the other telco's network. The telephone number is then added to the new providor's switch and assigned circuits as standard.
And now we can network in a virtual church with just a 10/100 NIC and a broadband connection.
I used to be a regular churchgoer however nowadays I find it difficult to go to my church - mainly due to my lifestyle and not actually being awake when a church service is on, and also lack of motivation. However, this is something I definitely intend to try - on a personal level, I'd much rather be a true Christian rather than not and going to church, with the social atmosphere, is part of that - I believe this is something that would help people, both like myself, and also those who would never try a church.
In full screen mode I'm able to be logged on via Remote Desktop and also at the console.
I work for a cableco in customer services, and I could guarantee you the situation the OP referred to would happen. As it stands, customers can be up to 10 minutes on the phone considering whether to change a particular package, imagine that situation now with not just three different packages, but 200 different packages.
In theory, it's a perfect idea. However, watching a video stream on my 17" CRT just isn't the same as watching a soccer game on a widescreen TV.
The selling point of cable is that it's convenient.
I currently pay 38 per month which gives me the different sports channels, movie channels, and all the other channels. Yeah, you do pay for many channels you don't watch, but then how do you decide the value of the channel? Is it unreasonable to value one cable channel at 5 (the cost of a movie ticket) for a whole months programming? If you watch over 8 channels the value begins to sink in.
Great! Now I can download X-Windows, FireFox, and all the other applications I use rather than having them all easily accessible with an installation program on a CD in a local drive!