Just downloaded it and installed it fine. No probs. However, upon launching it takes 6seconds of CPU time, 13mb of ram and just sits there, doing nothing. As much as I like the binocular splash screen, I think 30mins of downloading just to have that set as my background is a little much... Maybe they could do that without taking so much ram at the same time?! Now where did I leave M17...
Whilst I personally agree with the infringement you are trying to fight through the courts, I would be interested to know what you intend to give 'back' to the online community. Does Metallica as a band intend to make available digital versions of it's concerts (since I can freely record these should I attend), or do you have immediate plans for online distribution of your work through some other business model?
Considering how fortunate you are to be recognised artists, do you not think it would be more beneficial to provide (or support) an alternative that protects the artists rights, whilst still gives fans access to your work through the medium of their choice?
The one point which Metallica brought up in their ArtistDirect interview -- which I have to agree with -- is that the bootleg you made in 1989 was most likely to a tape. You yourself point out that technology has improved significantly, would you not agree that the most likely reason to be encouraged into buying an original copy of a taped bootleg was to actually hear it in decent quality (minus hiss, etc.?)
Personally I'm not as inclined to buy originals of a 128kb MP3 considering my PC is hooked up to some high grade studio monitors, my Playstation can happily play MP3s burnt to a CD, I can walk around with 3hours worth on something smaller than a walkman, play them in my car and still not notice the difference between my (self encoded) mp3 collection and the CDs I ripped them from!
I think Metallica have some very valid points. Until they decide to embrace free distribution (which they might do if we give them a chance) they have a right to control the distribution and presentation of materials. No-one active in this forum likes it when their GPLed code appears in a copyleft infringing, proprietary piece of work (God knows you wouldn't hear the end of it), yet suddenly it's alright to infringe someone elses 'license' just because you don't agree with it?!
A ten year old report is exactly that. Ten years old...
To be honest this does not surprise my that much. The London circular already has distance/time averaging based on OCR of number plates and whilst this is only currently being tested (with 4000 speeders identified in the first week alone according to local news reports) I would expect that within the year I will be recieving fines through the post after speeding around the M25...
Remember the CJA anyone? (Surely more harmful to personal liberties than anything else) Well that got through parliament with no difficulty... The only reason I see preventing this from getting through parliament is some serious lobbying from manufacturers and motorists citing increased prices etc....
The government has openly stated that speeding is it's number one offence on the road and that it will be taking 'measures' to reduce the risks to motorists. It just didn't make it clear how drastic these would be.
Considering the amount of acceptance for 'Big Brother' tactics from the uneducated middle classes in the UK at present, I don't think it will be long until the government is driving our cars via satellite, fining us for speeding, charging us for use of the motorway and all on top of our car tax and petrol levies... Gimme wings and I'll fly...
I was lucky enough to meet the great man in Southampton last week, and despite his age he was remarkably sharp, and judging by the response of the people he was with, incredibly witty. He had great presence...
The bond films will never be the same without him, and it is of tribute to the man that his work will be remembered fondly for years to come...
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Just downloaded it and installed it fine. No probs. However, upon launching it takes 6seconds of CPU time, 13mb of ram and just sits there, doing nothing. As much as I like the binocular splash screen, I think 30mins of downloading just to have that set as my background is a little much... Maybe they could do that without taking so much ram at the same time?! Now where did I leave M17...
Whilst I personally agree with the infringement you are trying to fight through the courts, I would be interested to know what you intend to give 'back' to the online community. Does Metallica as a band intend to make available digital versions of it's concerts (since I can freely record these should I attend), or do you have immediate plans for online distribution of your work through some other business model?
Considering how fortunate you are to be recognised artists, do you not think it would be more beneficial to provide (or support) an alternative that protects the artists rights, whilst still gives fans access to your work through the medium of their choice?
The one point which Metallica brought up in their ArtistDirect interview -- which I have to agree with -- is that the bootleg you made in 1989 was most likely to a tape. You yourself point out that technology has improved significantly, would you not agree that the most likely reason to be encouraged into buying an original copy of a taped bootleg was to actually hear it in decent quality (minus hiss, etc.?)
Personally I'm not as inclined to buy originals of a 128kb MP3 considering my PC is hooked up to some high grade studio monitors, my Playstation can happily play MP3s burnt to a CD, I can walk around with 3hours worth on something smaller than a walkman, play them in my car and still not notice the difference between my (self encoded) mp3 collection and the CDs I ripped them from!
I think Metallica have some very valid points. Until they decide to embrace free distribution (which they might do if we give them a chance) they have a right to control the distribution and presentation of materials. No-one active in this forum likes it when their GPLed code appears in a copyleft infringing, proprietary piece of work (God knows you wouldn't hear the end of it), yet suddenly it's alright to infringe someone elses 'license' just because you don't agree with it?!
A ten year old report is exactly that. Ten years old...
Surely Suzi is the obvious choice? Well I thought so...
You forgot to insert the sarcasm tags into the markup of your post... :)
To be honest this does not surprise my that much. The London circular already has distance/time averaging based on OCR of number plates and whilst this is only currently being tested (with 4000 speeders identified in the first week alone according to local news reports) I would expect that within the year I will be recieving fines through the post after speeding around the M25...
Remember the CJA anyone? (Surely more harmful to personal liberties than anything else) Well that got through parliament with no difficulty... The only reason I see preventing this from getting through parliament is some serious lobbying from manufacturers and motorists citing increased prices etc....
The government has openly stated that speeding is it's number one offence on the road and that it will be taking 'measures' to reduce the risks to motorists. It just didn't make it clear how drastic these would be.
Considering the amount of acceptance for 'Big Brother' tactics from the uneducated middle classes in the UK at present, I don't think it will be long until the government is driving our cars via satellite, fining us for speeding, charging us for use of the motorway and all on top of our car tax and petrol levies... Gimme wings and I'll fly...
Of course with cool MEMS technology like this just think of the interesting musical instruments we can create!
That brings a whole new meaning to the slang: "Havein' a quick strum..." Now you really will be playing with yourself! ;)
Sorry...
I was lucky enough to meet the great man in Southampton last week, and despite his age he was remarkably sharp, and judging by the response of the people he was with, incredibly witty. He had great presence...
The bond films will never be the same without him, and it is of tribute to the man that his work will be remembered fondly for years to come...
"Now do pay attention Mr Bond..."