Let's look at a couple of real examples: Win 7 has fewer features, a smaller memory footprint, and ran faster than Vista, but offered stronger security. Win8 is faster (or at least the same speed) and has a smaller memory footprint than Win7, and has further upgraded security features. I'm not feeling where you're coming from.
You mean iOS. OSX still has a pittance for market share. Besides, we just spent over a decade and a half dealing with one insecure OS, we don't want to start over with another.
Just an FYI, Windows 7 Ultimate has a full Unix layer. As for the rest, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I've yet to find anything I like about the appearance of Apple's software. Their hardware looks ok though, but they aren't unique in that regard these days either.
The desktop is not going away any time in the forseeable future. People have been saying for almost 10 years now how the desktop was dead, and everyone would have laptops, yet desktops persist. Enthusiasts and gamers keep the desktop alive. Beige boxes are almost half of all desktops sold, and they are also a growing market. Laptops are also preferred by a very many people. They are effectively just desktops with screen and batteries attached. Tablets are new and great, and I forsee laptops becoming more tablet like in terms of form factor and mobility. At best buy, many laptops now have touchscreens I've noticed. Some have detachable keyboards and become very tablet like. It's exciting times.
Steam will stay where the market is, but will certainly help linux adoption as long as they're willing to make the investment. You have to realize that the overwhelming bulk of people aren't terribly good with computers, nor interested in them, and just installing linux is probably too daunting given their interest level. I think steam can make a difference, but I think it will take quite some time - many years. Win8 is fine for gaming, it also runs steam. In fact, it is a lot like Win7, just with a peculiar launcher screen.
install software will be through Microsoft's app store
I've been hearing people say this, but it just makes no sense in any way whatsoever. Windows still has a desktop job to do, and it's a big enough market that there's no way they'll ignore it. Where is data to back up with mythical beast of a rumor?
Not all PC games subsidize large corporations. In fact, indie games have made a big comeback as of late. As for the TFA, I don't see how someone wanted a Mario experience would be satisfied with an Angry Birds one. I'd rather make games that cater to gamers, not casual users.
Their loss. The devices are actually fine. I use android myself. Wouldn't touch that horseshit created by apple though (iTunes to copy music to my device? Seriously?).
Any idea how long it takes for an ARM chip to compile the latest linux kernel? How about to encode 120 minutes of 4k video? How much folding can it do? Sure it's great for people who don't already use computers, but it isn't great for a huge segment of the population who has actual, real, demanding work to do. x86 is way far ahead of arm in terms of instructions per cycle, and CISC will always be ahead of RISC in this regard.
Yes, it's a good thing they are on-part with PC chips 10 years ago in terms of instructions-per-clock performance.... though even 10 years ago the P4's were clocked 3 times higher.
All that has happened here is that the gap between mobile (ARM) and desktop (x86) is just as big as it ever was, it's just that computational power has progressed to the point where the mobile side now has a decent amount of usable computation power. x86 processors are massive overkill for your average user there days, but enthusiasts, gamers, developers, artists, etc. can never really have enough computing power - at least not until every operation is instantaneous.
Also, do not give the kids administrative user accounts. What people don't know is that Windows 7 is actually a very secure desktop OS. The easiest path into the windows machine is by far via the user. The ASLR implementation is quite good, so even any exploits (such as browser-based ones) fire only occasionally. Apparently windows 8 has improved ASLR, so you can expect the next Win7 service pack to get the same treatment. I have some whitehat contacts, and they all say the same thing: If you want a secure desktop OS, Win7 64bit is the one to get - it's apparently a very tough nut to crack. Couple it with MSE to help cut down on operator-installed worms and you're golden. OSX, on the other hand, is certainly not the best options for security. It remains the least secure desktop OS (though it is still decently secure).
I don't believe/. is neutral. There has been a very anti-MS bend here for over a decade. I was among the crowd back then, but now I think MS's monopoly has been lifted, and I think they're wising up (mostly, not completely). Here, if you actually praise something about MS, you get a very large torrent of "you shill" posts. Hell, look at people here bitching about Win RT based systems having locked BIOSes. It turns out, it's a non-issue for a couple of reasons: One, linux distros can receive a key that will validate them, hence be able to be installed on the hardware (in theory, if USB boot is supported...). Second, WinRT is currently the farthest thing from a monopoly (0 deliveries as of today). However, the even more restrictive iPad gets only a slight whimper, and even support for disallowing other OSes to be installed.
I've seen the stat, but that's just the start. We need to overcome this ridiculous love affair everyone has with Apple. It seems that to many, apple does no wrong, or the wrongs are tolerated because people think the phones are so sexy (IMO, android phones, especially the flagships, are better devices, and android 4.1 has vastly surpassed iOS....). Alternatives will be alternatives when you can do everything (app-wise) on an Android device that you can do on an idevice. We're not there yet - in other words, we need more and better developer support on Android.
The good news is, now Android tablets are starting to take over, just like phones did. I have a conspiracy theory that msft and aapl are secretly working together because they don't want to see android succeed - however this would be far more devastating for aapl than for msft.
More like they tolerate it. There are some niches, like airline pilots, who actually gain a real, tangible benefit from a compact, touchscreen computer, because it replaces their flight manuals. At the moment, the iPad is fitting that bill. In the future, we should expect (and hope) that there are alternatives.
MS is a devices and services company. They make the XBox and peripherals, they make mice, keyboards, usb cameras, and such. They also have some very significant B2B products and services like MS MediaRoom, which is actually far better than what else is out there. Silverlight/Playready DRM is used by NetFlix for their video delivery solutions on all platforms. They've also got skydrive, and Azure, both of which are gaining ground. I don't think they really have any Apple envy really - I mean, the tablet idea came from MS. I think they just see there is a place to make money, and they are releasing certain devices to shake up their OEMs, who have become complacent in recent years. In the end, they are taking a path that will give us all more choice of better products. Good things usually happen when monopolies finally fall.
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The difference is... wait there's no difference. It's clearly still MS's fault. They should conform to the de-facto standards set by webkit.
I just wonder what metrics he was using (and which he was not).
I agree, and I'd put my money on Intel reducing idle wattage faster than ARM increasing performance.
Let's look at a couple of real examples: Win 7 has fewer features, a smaller memory footprint, and ran faster than Vista, but offered stronger security. Win8 is faster (or at least the same speed) and has a smaller memory footprint than Win7, and has further upgraded security features. I'm not feeling where you're coming from.
You mean iOS. OSX still has a pittance for market share. Besides, we just spent over a decade and a half dealing with one insecure OS, we don't want to start over with another.
Have they found any exploits that work reliably on Win8 yet?
Just an FYI, Windows 7 Ultimate has a full Unix layer. As for the rest, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I've yet to find anything I like about the appearance of Apple's software. Their hardware looks ok though, but they aren't unique in that regard these days either.
Be sure to provide an example of a non-buggy OS. Don't be offended if I don't wait up waiting for your reply.
The desktop is not going away any time in the forseeable future. People have been saying for almost 10 years now how the desktop was dead, and everyone would have laptops, yet desktops persist. Enthusiasts and gamers keep the desktop alive. Beige boxes are almost half of all desktops sold, and they are also a growing market. Laptops are also preferred by a very many people. They are effectively just desktops with screen and batteries attached. Tablets are new and great, and I forsee laptops becoming more tablet like in terms of form factor and mobility. At best buy, many laptops now have touchscreens I've noticed. Some have detachable keyboards and become very tablet like. It's exciting times.
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Steam will stay where the market is, but will certainly help linux adoption as long as they're willing to make the investment. You have to realize that the overwhelming bulk of people aren't terribly good with computers, nor interested in them, and just installing linux is probably too daunting given their interest level. I think steam can make a difference, but I think it will take quite some time - many years. Win8 is fine for gaming, it also runs steam. In fact, it is a lot like Win7, just with a peculiar launcher screen.
install software will be through Microsoft's app store
I've been hearing people say this, but it just makes no sense in any way whatsoever. Windows still has a desktop job to do, and it's a big enough market that there's no way they'll ignore it. Where is data to back up with mythical beast of a rumor?
Not all PC games subsidize large corporations. In fact, indie games have made a big comeback as of late. As for the TFA, I don't see how someone wanted a Mario experience would be satisfied with an Angry Birds one. I'd rather make games that cater to gamers, not casual users.
This is just like the console wars of the 80s! My console has over 500 games, yours only 100! HAHAHAHAHA!
Another example of severe reading comprehension difficulty. Don't worry AC, one day you'll be able to use your real name. Maybe.
Their loss. The devices are actually fine. I use android myself. Wouldn't touch that horseshit created by apple though (iTunes to copy music to my device? Seriously?).
Any idea how long it takes for an ARM chip to compile the latest linux kernel? How about to encode 120 minutes of 4k video? How much folding can it do? Sure it's great for people who don't already use computers, but it isn't great for a huge segment of the population who has actual, real, demanding work to do. x86 is way far ahead of arm in terms of instructions per cycle, and CISC will always be ahead of RISC in this regard.
Yes, it's a good thing they are on-part with PC chips 10 years ago in terms of instructions-per-clock performance.... though even 10 years ago the P4's were clocked 3 times higher.
All that has happened here is that the gap between mobile (ARM) and desktop (x86) is just as big as it ever was, it's just that computational power has progressed to the point where the mobile side now has a decent amount of usable computation power. x86 processors are massive overkill for your average user there days, but enthusiasts, gamers, developers, artists, etc. can never really have enough computing power - at least not until every operation is instantaneous.
a limited user account
That is the single most important on the list, next would be MSE. Diminishing returns after that.
No it doesn't. Perhaps you work for McAfee?
Also, do not give the kids administrative user accounts. What people don't know is that Windows 7 is actually a very secure desktop OS. The easiest path into the windows machine is by far via the user. The ASLR implementation is quite good, so even any exploits (such as browser-based ones) fire only occasionally. Apparently windows 8 has improved ASLR, so you can expect the next Win7 service pack to get the same treatment. I have some whitehat contacts, and they all say the same thing: If you want a secure desktop OS, Win7 64bit is the one to get - it's apparently a very tough nut to crack. Couple it with MSE to help cut down on operator-installed worms and you're golden. OSX, on the other hand, is certainly not the best options for security. It remains the least secure desktop OS (though it is still decently secure).
I don't believe /. is neutral. There has been a very anti-MS bend here for over a decade. I was among the crowd back then, but now I think MS's monopoly has been lifted, and I think they're wising up (mostly, not completely). Here, if you actually praise something about MS, you get a very large torrent of "you shill" posts. Hell, look at people here bitching about Win RT based systems having locked BIOSes. It turns out, it's a non-issue for a couple of reasons: One, linux distros can receive a key that will validate them, hence be able to be installed on the hardware (in theory, if USB boot is supported...). Second, WinRT is currently the farthest thing from a monopoly (0 deliveries as of today). However, the even more restrictive iPad gets only a slight whimper, and even support for disallowing other OSes to be installed.
I've seen the stat, but that's just the start. We need to overcome this ridiculous love affair everyone has with Apple. It seems that to many, apple does no wrong, or the wrongs are tolerated because people think the phones are so sexy (IMO, android phones, especially the flagships, are better devices, and android 4.1 has vastly surpassed iOS....). Alternatives will be alternatives when you can do everything (app-wise) on an Android device that you can do on an idevice. We're not there yet - in other words, we need more and better developer support on Android.
The good news is, now Android tablets are starting to take over, just like phones did. I have a conspiracy theory that msft and aapl are secretly working together because they don't want to see android succeed - however this would be far more devastating for aapl than for msft.
More like they tolerate it. There are some niches, like airline pilots, who actually gain a real, tangible benefit from a compact, touchscreen computer, because it replaces their flight manuals. At the moment, the iPad is fitting that bill. In the future, we should expect (and hope) that there are alternatives.
MS is a devices and services company. They make the XBox and peripherals, they make mice, keyboards, usb cameras, and such. They also have some very significant B2B products and services like MS MediaRoom, which is actually far better than what else is out there. Silverlight/Playready DRM is used by NetFlix for their video delivery solutions on all platforms. They've also got skydrive, and Azure, both of which are gaining ground. I don't think they really have any Apple envy really - I mean, the tablet idea came from MS. I think they just see there is a place to make money, and they are releasing certain devices to shake up their OEMs, who have become complacent in recent years. In the end, they are taking a path that will give us all more choice of better products. Good things usually happen when monopolies finally fall.
In any event. They are aluminium phones, and they are very tough.