aisoku Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 (edited) i've seen lots of talk about xp sp2 blocking out pirated copies, and i've come across an article which says otherwise. Both legitimate and unlicensed users of Microsoft's XP operating system software will be able to download the Service Pack 2 security patch for freeMicrosoft's increasing concern over information security has translated into its decision to bite the bullet and make its upcoming SP2 (Service Pack 2) security patch available to all users - including those using pirated copies of its Windows XP software. "We haven't explicitly done anything to SP2 to exclude it from pirated copies," said Microsoft group product manager Barry Goffe. The United States-based executive was interviewed via telephone. Advertisement This is unlike SP1 (Service Pack 1), which had features to prevent users with pirated copies from downloading it. In SP2's case, the mammoth 80MB to 250MB patch can be downloaded and installed on computers running both legitimate and pirated copies. Users can also request a free CD copy of SP2, although shipping charges could apply, something which the company has yet to finalise, said Mr Goffe. "It was a tough choice, but we finally decided that even if someone has pirated copy of Windows, it is more important to keep him safe than it is to be concerned about the revenue issue," he added. He admitted, however, that it is more than altruism that helped Microsoft come to this decision. "Having these unsecured users means bigger worm and virus outbreaks - which also impacts the Internet and consequently, our legitimate users as well." Edited May 9, 2004 by aisoku Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangbang023 Veteran Posted May 9, 2004 Veteran Share Posted May 9, 2004 wow, now that's interesting. Didn't the latest beta block out some people using pirated versions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsnotabigtruck Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 I guess this is a good thing. I don't believe in warez, but the more protected people there are, the smaller virus attacks are, and that means more happy users. Remember, even n00bs might have warez (bought at a physical "warez shack"). Also, I think they might have changed their mind after they added the anti-piracy features to 2120. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred Derf Veteran Posted May 9, 2004 Veteran Share Posted May 9, 2004 wow, now that's interesting. Didn't the latest beta block out some people using pirated versions? The latest beta failed to slipstream on certain systems. It could have been user error (who did the slipstreaming) or it could have been a bug in that particular beta release. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlishFun Veteran Posted May 9, 2004 Veteran Share Posted May 9, 2004 wow, now that's interesting. Didn't the latest beta block out some people using pirated versions? Yes it did. Build 2120 to be exact. Guess we'll see what Windows XP SP2 RC2 does... :/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivand Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 (edited) That's pretty extrage, i've seen some warezed keys being blocked, and some valid gotten-from-a-legitimate-source being blocked too? are they testing something in that build? and Fred666, what exactly does slipstream means? Edited May 9, 2004 by Ivand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuka_t Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 but we finally decided i guess it means they just changed their minds about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 worst part is i know the company with the FCKGW-RHQQ2.. i got a copy from my dad's friend's work with that serial... DUDE FCKGW = F*CK George W. LMAO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennyout Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 In SP2's case, the mammoth 80MB to 250MB patch can be downloaded and installed on computers running both legitimate and pirated copies. people...if 80MB-250MB is mammoth to you....you need to get the **** off modems and get dsl or cable or better.... :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Favvi Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 people...if 80MB-250MB is mammoth to you....you need to get the **** off modems and get dsl or cable or better.... :p not possible :no: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadishTM Veteran Posted May 9, 2004 Veteran Share Posted May 9, 2004 Wow, this is a very unexpected move by Microsoft indeed. Radish? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirEvan Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 slipstream means to integrate the service pack into a cd version of windows, so when you install windows, sp2 is already integrated, no need to download and install it later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrike Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 unexpected, but good. If they're beginning to think about everybody's privacy over their own revenue, then woo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrike Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 oh yeah, and.... LINUX IS BETTER THAN WINDOWS (not a linux user) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grimreaper Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 i bet MS has a hidden agenda behind this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traxx Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 oh yeah, and....LINUX IS BETTER THAN WINDOWS (not a linux user) It is all in the eye of the beholder. I, personally, will not use linux simply because of the issue of software compatability. To me, being able to run all my programs take a higher priority than having that 5-year uptime record. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Veteran Posted May 9, 2004 Veteran Share Posted May 9, 2004 i bet MS has a hidden agenda behind this. Of course they do. Stopping worms from attacking Windows machines ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redestium Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 Well this is smart on their part.. The next smart thing to do would be to charge $150 for XP Pro and $99 for Home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazog Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 it costs them more to make more patches when these worms do arrive, so this way the more people updated, the less money they have to spend on patching everyone still on SP1. Get it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vellox Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 ok, but will they allow those with illegitimate copies of XP to use Windows Update V5 with SP2? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hidea Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 gotta love 'em :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VII Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 ok, but will they allow those with illegitimate copies of XP to use Windows Update V5 with SP2? i dont use windows update anyway... :sleep: autopatcher xp is my new best friend :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kak Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 oh yeah, and....LINUX IS BETTER THAN WINDOWS (not a linux user) compare the user database, and then take into thought which operating system you would rather exploit. lets be real. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mipra Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 Hmm..this will be intresting...so...what will the beta tester think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semaja2.net Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 damn i wnated my friends to pay for dissing IBM and HP becuse those people didnt get any software and all of it is un legit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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