I would tend to agree with Google that a lawsuit was not necessary. Too often I see a lawsuit where a simple direct contact would have been sufficient. I do not claim to be familiar with the specifics of this case...so sue me (that's a joke).
OK, I like Google and most of their products. I use Google and many of their products. I even have a Dell.
The one reason I almost didn't purchase a Dell was the amount of pre-installed software that comes with each computer. Unlike other vendors, they do not offer an option to decline these "value-added" products. Sooo...I spend 4 hours uninstalling software after I boot up my laptop for the first time.
Now, there will be even MORE software to sort through and decide what I want, and what I don't.
I realize that Dell makes money from all this stuff. I would assume McAfee, AOL, Earthlink, etc. gives Dell a bonus for every trial version of software they pre-install...and maybe even a bigger kick-back if the consumer then purchases the full product. I run affiliate campaigns on websties, I know how it works, and have no problem with it. My laptop would have probably cost more without all this pre-installed software.
Yet, my time is extremely valuable. At least give me the option to opt-out...I would venture to say that most people won't. You don't have to spend the time to read or click on the affiliate banners I post on websites. Feel free to ingore them. However, I am unable to ingore pre-installed software that uses my computers hard drive space and sometimes is already running when I boot up.
Will this happen? I have to be realistic and say, "Nope." Would I be happer if it did? Yep.
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Actually, junk mail in my snail mail doesn't bother me as much. The sender paid for the stamp and I get my mailbox for free.
I can't stand on-line spam because I have to pay for the Internet service to access their junk. It costs *me* money!
Now, if they could figure out a way to put the cost onto the spammers, more power to them!
And, I've decided not to go after the spammers anymore...I want to string up the people who BUY things from spam! Without demand, would there be supply??
As a low-volume user of either service (I've had both in the past), I found I didn't feel like I was getting my membership's worth.
Then I found Peerflix. The service was covered in this/. story from Sept 2005.
Instead of "renting", I "trade" my DVDs. I pay $0.99 every time I have a DVD on my list sent to me, and I pay postage ($0.37 for a single DVD) when I send a DVD to someone else.
What do I think of Netflix and Blockbuster Online? I think Blockbuster has the edge with the monthly in-store coupons...but I felt I received better turn around time and service from Netflix (BB was still in beta at the time).
LOL:) I could use one of those Phone Supports...but I can't find one on eBay.
But, to be honest, I've been impressed with my experiences with MS phone support.
I used it for my installation of Money 2006, and was surprised at the small amount of wait time, the knowledge of the tech I spoke with, and the friendly conversation I had with the tech.
I spend a lot of time on tech support lines, and (so far) MS has a high rating with me.
I can dish out the criticism when it is deserved, but I also like to give credit where credit is due.
If my future experiences with MS telephone support change, so will my opinion...I'm fickle that way.;)
-D
Microsoft Releases it's newest IE Patch today. It is codenamed Firefox and can be downloaded at http://www.mozilla.com/firefox/.;)
Sorry, couldn't resist....and now back to our regularly scheduled program.
My thoughts exactally. I think someone was a little behind in reading their press releases.
The site is still not up for the product. The only information from their front page is:
Webaroo is a stealth-mode technology startup. We bring a breakthrough capability to your mobile world. The company is backed by world-class venture firms and investors. The company's offices are located in Seattle, WA, Santa Clara, CA, Mumbai, India and New Delhi, India.
At least they could have had the release of their product on-time for April Fools. Maybe they're suffering the same delays as MS with Vista. lol
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I would tend to agree with Google that a lawsuit was not necessary. Too often I see a lawsuit where a simple direct contact would have been sufficient. I do not claim to be familiar with the specifics of this case...so sue me (that's a joke).
OK, I like Google and most of their products. I use Google and many of their products. I even have a Dell.
The one reason I almost didn't purchase a Dell was the amount of pre-installed software that comes with each computer. Unlike other vendors, they do not offer an option to decline these "value-added" products. Sooo...I spend 4 hours uninstalling software after I boot up my laptop for the first time.
Now, there will be even MORE software to sort through and decide what I want, and what I don't.
I realize that Dell makes money from all this stuff. I would assume McAfee, AOL, Earthlink, etc. gives Dell a bonus for every trial version of software they pre-install...and maybe even a bigger kick-back if the consumer then purchases the full product. I run affiliate campaigns on websties, I know how it works, and have no problem with it. My laptop would have probably cost more without all this pre-installed software.
Yet, my time is extremely valuable. At least give me the option to opt-out...I would venture to say that most people won't. You don't have to spend the time to read or click on the affiliate banners I post on websites. Feel free to ingore them. However, I am unable to ingore pre-installed software that uses my computers hard drive space and sometimes is already running when I boot up.
Will this happen? I have to be realistic and say, "Nope." Would I be happer if it did? Yep.
Actually, junk mail in my snail mail doesn't bother me as much. The sender paid for the stamp and I get my mailbox for free. I can't stand on-line spam because I have to pay for the Internet service to access their junk. It costs *me* money! Now, if they could figure out a way to put the cost onto the spammers, more power to them! And, I've decided not to go after the spammers anymore...I want to string up the people who BUY things from spam! Without demand, would there be supply??
As a low-volume user of either service (I've had both in the past), I found I didn't feel like I was getting my membership's worth.
Then I found Peerflix. The service was covered in this /. story from Sept 2005.
Instead of "renting", I "trade" my DVDs. I pay $0.99 every time I have a DVD on my list sent to me, and I pay postage ($0.37 for a single DVD) when I send a DVD to someone else.
What do I think of Netflix and Blockbuster Online? I think Blockbuster has the edge with the monthly in-store coupons...but I felt I received better turn around time and service from Netflix (BB was still in beta at the time).
LOL :) I could use one of those Phone Supports...but I can't find one on eBay.
But, to be honest, I've been impressed with my experiences with MS phone support.
I used it for my installation of Money 2006, and was surprised at the small amount of wait time, the knowledge of the tech I spoke with, and the friendly conversation I had with the tech.
I spend a lot of time on tech support lines, and (so far) MS has a high rating with me.
I can dish out the criticism when it is deserved, but I also like to give credit where credit is due.
If my future experiences with MS telephone support change, so will my opinion...I'm fickle that way. ;)
-D
Microsoft Releases it's newest IE Patch today. It is codenamed Firefox and can be downloaded at http://www.mozilla.com/firefox/. ;)
Sorry, couldn't resist. ...and now back to our regularly scheduled program.
I just wear my aluminum foil hat and copper mesh lined briefs. Problem solved. :)
Don't use tin foil...it just doesn't have the style appeal. lol.