Even bootleg xp's can install sp2 via an sp2 iso found on the internet or from a friend, which leads to the cd (which could also be found through a friend) or by turning on automatic updates.
Microsoft decided to deny non critical updates, but imho it was out of fear of backlash and criticism that they still allow the bootlegs to get updates that patch critical vulnerabilities.
Unfortunately, since this was satire, it was not offtopic. Sure, I'll probably get modded down as flamebait or offtopic myself, but I've got a little karma to spare. It wasn't the best post, and didn't even make me smirk, but it didn't hurt me to skim it.
I did not say this as a joke, I was surprised it got modded so high.
I work at a small service and repair shop, and you'd be surprised how many computers come back within a week or two after leaving the shop because the client did not listen to my suggestions and recommendations. I always tell them, we'd be happier to fix an issue that is caused because you followed our instructions than fixing one because you didn't.
Still, they go on, installing file sharing software I did not recommend, ignoring their windows updates, and clicking "yes" or "no" on those bogus system-error messages, as opposed to the red x. And beyond that, we extend the invitation to any client to call us, free of charge, if they're not sure what to do. We're not bastards in here like people at a lot of computer shops, and we're willing to help, for free, if it's not time consuming and we can do it over the phone... but they hardly ever call while they're unsure, but only after they've broken something.
I understand that they're not as savvy as us geeks, however, there are a few simple steps that they should follow based on our recommendations. The mechanic tells me to get my oil changed every 2,000 to 3,000 miles, so I listen. The guy at the salt water aquarium store tells me putting an anemonae in a tank is a bad idea, because when it dies (which it will in your little tank) it's going to kill all of your fish, unless you're really lucky... so I avoid the anemonaes. I'm not an expert, so I listen to those who are more knowledgable.
Anyway I've talked too much.
Slightly off topic, but sometimes the user name is blank and the password is "admin"
I was trying admin/admin the other day and it wouldn't work. A glance at the docs showed blank/"admin"
Just FYI.
Lemme tell you something... green shells and banana peels will keep you in first if you know how to use them. You can throw them forward or backward, and they can protect you from everything except a start, lightning bolt or blue shell. They are the best:)
Honestly... I rarely complain about the dupes (the slashbots usually do it for me) but this is just ridiculous... this was posted YESTERDAY.
Just get an mp3-dvd player and dvd burner.
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It's still cheaper. And I don't see the sense in walking everywhere with music blaring out the ambience of reality. I mean, seriously... what if an elephant sneaks up behind me?
Great... as soon as I leave it in my pants pocket overnight and forget to charge it up I'll have to copy 3.8 gigs of music back to the device in the morning:(
Wouldn't you have thought that this would have been a requirement upon the initial activation of the service for liability reasons? I mean seriously, if you can get sued over hot coffee (mcdonald's, not GTA;) ) then I think this could really get you pwnd. No, I haven't RTFA. It just sounds like a bunch of idiocy anyway.
Crying dupe's old and played out and just plain getting annoying. When you've seen the article before, you've seen it. Enjoy the new round of comments, or don't, and just move on. I didn't know this was a dupe. I hadn't seen the article before. Don't you dupe-catchers have much better to do with your time than go, "Oh I'm going to show my wealth of/. knowledge by catching a dupe and then wasting my time pulling up the old article and making a post, which I know at least five others will do."
It's really tired.
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Even bootleg xp's can install sp2 via an sp2 iso found on the internet or from a friend, which leads to the cd (which could also be found through a friend) or by turning on automatic updates. Microsoft decided to deny non critical updates, but imho it was out of fear of backlash and criticism that they still allow the bootlegs to get updates that patch critical vulnerabilities.
Unfortunately, since this was satire, it was not offtopic. Sure, I'll probably get modded down as flamebait or offtopic myself, but I've got a little karma to spare. It wasn't the best post, and didn't even make me smirk, but it didn't hurt me to skim it.
Well then at least I won't have to worry about any scsi drives in her box.
I did not say this as a joke, I was surprised it got modded so high. I work at a small service and repair shop, and you'd be surprised how many computers come back within a week or two after leaving the shop because the client did not listen to my suggestions and recommendations. I always tell them, we'd be happier to fix an issue that is caused because you followed our instructions than fixing one because you didn't. Still, they go on, installing file sharing software I did not recommend, ignoring their windows updates, and clicking "yes" or "no" on those bogus system-error messages, as opposed to the red x. And beyond that, we extend the invitation to any client to call us, free of charge, if they're not sure what to do. We're not bastards in here like people at a lot of computer shops, and we're willing to help, for free, if it's not time consuming and we can do it over the phone... but they hardly ever call while they're unsure, but only after they've broken something. I understand that they're not as savvy as us geeks, however, there are a few simple steps that they should follow based on our recommendations. The mechanic tells me to get my oil changed every 2,000 to 3,000 miles, so I listen. The guy at the salt water aquarium store tells me putting an anemonae in a tank is a bad idea, because when it dies (which it will in your little tank) it's going to kill all of your fish, unless you're really lucky... so I avoid the anemonaes. I'm not an expert, so I listen to those who are more knowledgable. Anyway I've talked too much.
... are operator errors. But you can't tell the operator that.
Slightly off topic, but sometimes the user name is blank and the password is "admin" I was trying admin/admin the other day and it wouldn't work. A glance at the docs showed blank/"admin" Just FYI.
Lemme tell you something... green shells and banana peels will keep you in first if you know how to use them. You can throw them forward or backward, and they can protect you from everything except a start, lightning bolt or blue shell. They are the best :)
Yes I believe the claws of mechanical sharks produced at movie-magic studios have a tough time piercing simulated pig hides, as well.
You mean pr'ed off.
Honestly... I rarely complain about the dupes (the slashbots usually do it for me) but this is just ridiculous... this was posted YESTERDAY.
It's still cheaper. And I don't see the sense in walking everywhere with music blaring out the ambience of reality. I mean, seriously... what if an elephant sneaks up behind me?
Great... as soon as I leave it in my pants pocket overnight and forget to charge it up I'll have to copy 3.8 gigs of music back to the device in the morning :(
At first I thought this referred to the way that icon looks at me every couple of seconds. It still freaks me out.
Wouldn't you have thought that this would have been a requirement upon the initial activation of the service for liability reasons? I mean seriously, if you can get sued over hot coffee (mcdonald's, not GTA ;) ) then I think this could really get you pwnd. No, I haven't RTFA. It just sounds like a bunch of idiocy anyway.
Smoking pot.
But does this have fully functional drivers? What good is an OS these days if I can't use it to hear my music or get onto the internet?
1. Aim the pointy end at space.
2. Press the "Launch" button.
3. Profit!!!
Crying dupe's old and played out and just plain getting annoying. When you've seen the article before, you've seen it. Enjoy the new round of comments, or don't, and just move on. I didn't know this was a dupe. I hadn't seen the article before. Don't you dupe-catchers have much better to do with your time than go, "Oh I'm going to show my wealth of /. knowledge by catching a dupe and then wasting my time pulling up the old article and making a post, which I know at least five others will do."
It's really tired.
Oh crap, my power went out... better call the electric company on my VoIP line and let them know! Oh crap, my internet's down too!!
"How does 6 in the afternoon compare to the goatse man"
By about 180 degrees.
Must have something to do with "amatuer satellite governments."
"Gotta meet that quota of 60 fresh, nonobvious patentable ideas a week!"
/. editors would apply this mentality to the front page!
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Now only if the
A little late, I know
If their rss feed is links to free porn, I'm totally there.
I'm an amputee, you insensitive clods!
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