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Top 5 reasons you should buy a PlayStation 5
NewGuy123 and 8 others reacted to spy beef for a topic
Why is everyone in such a rush to preorder and buy both the ps5 and xbox series x? Just wait a few months to a year, and see how each console does, in terms of games, support and customer satisfaction, before deciding.9 points -
Top 5 reasons you should buy an Xbox Series X, S console
AsherGZ and 3 others reacted to Usama Jawad96 for a topic
While I get your reasons about 4K60 and ray-tracing, reduced load times etc., they're not going to make it easier for you to purchase Xbox over the competition (the PS5 offers these too), hence the lack of their mention. Disagree with you about All Access not being a reason enough to upgrade. Definitely is if you're tight financially but still want to enter next-gen. And how exactly does Game Pass + Microsoft acquisition not benefit the next-gen? Do you honestly expect Starfield and Elder Scrolls VI to launch on Game Pass day one on current-gen (or even current-gen at all)? :-s4 points -
Top 5 reasons you should buy an Xbox Series X, S console
Namerah S and 2 others reacted to s0nic69 for a topic
you must of missed the whole 5the reason "it's almost a given that these offerings will be exclusive to Microsoft platforms on consoles, which means that fans of these franchises need to consider Xbox Series X and S if they want to play these titles on consoles."3 points -
Top 5 reasons you should buy an Xbox Series X, S console
Painfully_Candid and 2 others reacted to Osiris for a topic
no offence but those seem like some pretty ###### poor reasons you've come up with. Gamepass + microsofts acquisition benefit the current gen, don't need to worry about backwards compatibility if you have a current gen and leasing is a payment option not a reason to upgrade. Off top of my head unique reasons to buy/upgrade, 4K 60fps, ray tracing, no loading screens (thereabouts) and if you're coming to consoles new (gamepass + backwards compatibility for cheap library titles).3 points -
Nvidia RTX 3080 crashes could be linked to AIB partners using cheap capacitors
wolftail and 2 others reacted to LoneWolfSL for a topic
I dont think this is talking about manual OC, these cards made to automatically OC when there's enough power. This is where the problem comes in.3 points -
Top 5 reasons you should buy a PlayStation 5
Namerah S and one other reacted to SnoopZ for a topic
I'm buying it as I am invested in their ecosystem and it has a lot of first party games that I really enjoy but although I don't wish to own 2 consoles I would have to consider an Xbox 2-3 years down the line if their games improve after snapping up other publishers. I'm also looking forward to a new kind of controller assuming developers make use of its features and near instant loading.2 points -
Nvidia RTX 3080 crashes could be linked to AIB partners using cheap capacitors
wolftail and one other reacted to spy beef for a topic
That's why you let the early adopters beta test for a few months first before buying it yourself.2 points -
Forum upgrade to version 4.5
Wannes reacted to Steven P. for a topic
At 12PM CET the forum will go offline for an upgrade to 4.5 which is a major version update from our 4.4.x version. It brings with it may new features and improvements (including better moderation tools, such as banning people from a topic) you can read about some of the changes here https://invisioncommunity.com/news/company/welcome-to-invision-community-45-r1206/ (note that Matt links to individual topics about features, because there are many changes). Hopefully our upgrade will go smoothly, but if it doesn't we can always roll back. In any case please be patient while we figure out problems should they arise.1 point -
Top 5 reasons you should buy an Xbox Series X, S console
s0nic69 reacted to Namerah S for a topic
you must of missed the whole 5the reason "it's almost a given that these offerings will be exclusive to Microsoft platforms on consoles, which means that fans of these franchises need to consider Xbox Series X and S if they want to play these titles on consoles." For the first few releases that already have PS4/5 code in they're likely to release on Sony as well (just like The Outer Worlds) and make money. For future titles, who knows? It's not like releasing on other platforms doesn't make you money. I imagine they'll watch how actual sales go before making a decision. Can you imagine ES VI fans who have been waiting for about 9000 years for the title see it finally coming out - as an XBX exclusive. Those who don't have one will be outraged! I'd say it might even be reason enough to get an XBX (for hardcore fans).1 point -
Internet issue, need hardware solution
camuflage reacted to +BudMan for a topic
What do you have to do to access this? Is it just open wifi, do you have to auth to it - if so how.. Do you have to use an app on your phone or something? Does it use some sort of captive portal to gain access... Some details of how you access said connection, will give us options to make said connection better for your location.1 point -
Gale Sayers, legendary Chicago Bears star and Pro Football Hall of Famer, dead at 77
George P reacted to techbeck for a topic
2 words.... Nick Foles!1 point -
Top 5 reasons you should buy a PlayStation 5
ZipZapRap reacted to Neonix1 for a topic
I'm tired of cinematic hack and slashes and shooters after owning a PS4/PS4 Pro this generation. I feel like Sony's just making the same type of cinematic interactive movies over and over again with different stories and characters, and that's it. So I'm going to get a Xbox Series X: Forza, Forza Horizon, Sea of Thieves, Flight Simulator 2020, etc. has far greater replay and long-term value for me than any of Sony's 8-15 hour cinematic adventure games with either zero replay-value or crappy/worthless multiplayer modes. The cross-platform games will exist on both platforms anyway, and the Series X will be the most capable multiplatform machine. Also, the PS5 is huge and ugly. I much prefer the aesthetics of the Xbox Series X considering my TV is black and square, my set-top boxes are black and square, my router is black and square, my speakers are black and square... The PS5 is just a eye-sore and is so frigging tall and huge, and won't fit in anywhere. Also, GamePass is too good to be true.1 point -
Top 5 reasons you should buy a PlayStation 5
Brony reacted to Alan Turing for a topic
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The best SwiftKey for Android features you must know about
dustojnikhummer reacted to Xenon for a topic
It is the opposite for me. SwiftKey's prediction system is miles ahead of Gboard for me. Yea me too. Swiftkey is much better for me.1 point -
Top 5 reasons you should buy a PlayStation 5
Geezy reacted to wakjak for a topic
No. I want to play next gen games now, not next year.1 point -
Top 5 reasons you should buy an Xbox Series X, S console
leom_h reacted to Farchord for a topic
My main reason for starting with a Xbox SX is that a friend of mine I wanna play with is a Xbox fanboy, and with the game pass ultimate, it becomes much easier to justify getting an Xbox. I do plan on getting a PS5 later too though. No games are coming out right out of the gate that I care about on PS5.1 point -
Top 5 reasons you should buy an Xbox Series X, S console
Jose_49 reacted to Geezy for a topic
Interesting that at the launch of the One people were upset with having to be connected to play games, and now they are selling people the idea with Game Pass. At least they found a more realistic way to make it work. It's too bad that the backwards compatible games need patches for things like frame rate enhancements, I wonder if developers will end up selling these updates or do a remaster instead so they can sell you the whole game again.1 point -
Having slow or no response from some websites
jnelsoninjax reacted to +BudMan for a topic
Reddit has issues all the time you can check status here https://www.redditstatus.com/ Also they have links and images from all over the globe, so yeah its possible some of them are not as fast as others.. Dns would be cached both in your browser, on your OS and also at your router if your pointing it there.. Not sure what you think clearing cache on your OS would do to remove that cache? Its rare an issue that you have a bad entry in your cache, but slowness in resolving in general, and these days they love to use really short ttls.. So nothing cached very long any more.. ;; QUESTION SECTION: ;reddit.com. IN A ;; ANSWER SECTION: reddit.com. 300 IN A 151.101.1.140 reddit.com. 300 IN A 151.101.193.140 reddit.com. 300 IN A 151.101.129.140 reddit.com. 300 IN A 151.101.65.140 ;; AUTHORITY SECTION: reddit.com. 172800 IN NS ns-1029.awsdns-00.org. reddit.com. 172800 IN NS ns-1887.awsdns-43.co.uk. reddit.com. 172800 IN NS ns-378.awsdns-47.com. reddit.com. 172800 IN NS ns-557.awsdns-05.net. So you have a 5 min ttl, that is the max amount of time you can cache that anyway.. They will not change, but since they are using a roundrobin you could be using any one of those IPs that got handed to you. Your really going to have to be more specific in what you feel is not performing as it shoud.. The main page, when you click into some thread, try to open a picture - follow a link? Call up the web developers tools in FF and what is loading slow on the site? The network tab will show you what is taking long, compare that to how it was working before, etc.1 point -
The best SwiftKey for Android features you must know about
matthiew reacted to eRajesh for a topic
It is the opposite for me. SwiftKey's prediction system is miles ahead of Gboard for me.1 point -
The best SwiftKey for Android features you must know about
dukeofhurl reacted to ad47uk for a topic
I hate swiftkey, it is the default on my phone and while I am sure some of those features are useful, I just can not get used to the layout of SwiftKey, just something about it, I also find it is not as responsive as Gboard.1 point -
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Russian scientist claims team battled creature under Antarctic ice
spacelordmaster reacted to Nick H. for a topic
Maybe it'll replace their Novichok agent they seem to like using so much...1 point -
Nvidia RTX 3080 crashes could be linked to AIB partners using cheap capacitors
anonymf reacted to n_K for a topic
Tant. capacitors being cheap and not deliverying clean power? Was this article written by a clueless ######wit? Tant. capacitors are extraordinarially expensive and are really the best capacitor you can get. Not saying that it isn't the cause of the issue but this just sounds like ###### until an actual engineer that knows what they're talking about investigates.1 point -
Which Next Gen Console do you plan on buying?
Jose_49 reacted to George P for a topic
There's discounts on digital codes but you have to look at other places besides amazon and gamestop. CDKeys for example has Cyberpunk for the Xbox at €49.59, so yeah. *edit* Well, changing to currency to USD it does go up to $59, lol they're going with the exchange rate, or something else funky is going on.1 point -
Russian scientist claims team battled creature under Antarctic ice
spacelordmaster reacted to mudslag for a topic
That was a fun movie.1 point -
Nvidia RTX 3080 crashes could be linked to AIB partners using cheap capacitors
Squirrelington reacted to +ir0nw0lf for a topic
You can decide for yourself whether to be worried Your nothing burger answer is duly noted and appreciated. Point I was trying to make is: should we be concerned that the (supposed) cap issue might also be an issue with the 3070?1 point -
Which Next Gen Console do you plan on buying?
Jose_49 reacted to SnoopZ for a topic
I've gone disc version with PS5 even though I plan to go digital via the sales as it can work out super cheap and I don't need to play a game day one.1 point -
Microsoft Launcher gets updated app icons and improved performance in the latest update
Jazmac reacted to Mamoun for a topic
It's amazing how they turned that app around, it used to be really clunky and everything just felt "off" compared to lawnchair and similar launchers. Now it's easily one of the best options for a modern launcher. Kudos.1 point -
Which Next Gen Console do you plan on buying?
Groovedude reacted to basques for a topic
PC games on Steam get crazy discounts more often so that's understandable. Console games digital codes on amazon/gamestop very rarely get discounts, even have different pricing release time. Cyberpunk for Xbox is $49 physical disc, and $59 digital code. When the PS store or Xbox store starts a sale, usually the discounted games are more than a year old so I end up having already finished them.1 point -
Nvidia RTX 3080 crashes could be linked to AIB partners using cheap capacitors
Squirrelington reacted to +ir0nw0lf for a topic
Should folks like me looking at a 3070 be worried about it when it launches?1 point -
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SpaceX Super Heavy and Starship updates
bguy_1986 reacted to DocM for a topic
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Windows XP source code has allegedly leaked online
n_K reacted to adrynalyne for a topic
Look at ReactOS and/or WINE for something you can wrap your head around more easily and legally. Learning to contribute to these projects will teach you a lot about Windows and is experience you can actually add to your resume. While WINE is legal but it uses it's not. Microsoft is specific about what files (such as libraries) could be distributed and what not. For example, WINE could run .net applications but for that, the user needs the net framework and it is illegal to install it in Linux. It happens the same with VC++ applications. I feel like you have no idea how WINE handles this. They aren't redistributing any MS files. When you install an application on Wine, then you usually are installing many libraries that you can't install in Linux. It is the reason why WINE is legal but it's usage commonly it's not. If you install Vc++ redist or any application that includes one of those libraries on Linux then you are a pirate, as simple like that. Some distro of WINE includes installers for frameworks and libraries (Winetricks). WINE does not includes those libraries, but it allows us to install them from the Internet, so WINE is not legal but it is allowing others to install it illegally. Show me in the terms and conditions of the VC++ redistribuable installer the exact clause that wine is breaking and explain how: Did you read the EULA? You can google it. But lets me explain how it works. * First, you can't distribute it separately, and sometimes you can't even allow sharing the download from other sources. Does it sound fine? Well. If you want to share a single library of the package, then you must agree with all, and download from the original source (Microsoft). * Then, the whole EULA is mostly "you can use for free", however with several catches, one of them is that you can accept all or nothing but also that the EULA is over top each different license, so some of those files included in the distribution could have a different license. The installation of the package doesn't grant you that you can use it all of them. Classic examples of it are codecs and fonts. * But you can say, "but my application doesn't play video or use those fonts," but it is when you need so must deal with the all-or-nothing. Windows users don't have a problem with them because they are already licensors of such libraries or assets, but Linux doesn't. * Even more, some cryptography libraries include have special requirements and licensing (Microsoft gives some crypto libraries as open-source but not all of them). It is the reason why most commercial applications don't distribute their applications in WINE and most port the applications from Windows to Linux. When they do it, it is usually marked as "unsupported" or "on your own". It’s not being distributed by anyone than MS. Why is this a difficult concept for you? Downloading using a script or any other means is not distributing. Do a little research. https://github.com/Winetricks/winetricks" rel="external nofollow">https://github.com/Winetricks/winetricks" rel="external nofollow">https://github.com/Winetricks/winetricks" rel="external nofollow">https://github.com/Winetricks/winetricks" rel="external nofollow">https://github.com/Winetricks/winetricks Here are a couple snippets. helper_directx_dl() { # February 2010 DirectX 9c User Redistributable # https://www.microsoft.com/en-u...nload/details.aspx?id=9033" rel="external nofollow">https://www.microsoft.com/en-u.../details.aspx?id=9033" rel="external nofollow">https://www.microsoft.com/en-u.../details.aspx?id=9033" rel="external nofollow">https://www.microsoft.com/en-u...nload/details.aspx?id=9033" rel="external nofollow">https://www.microsoft.com/en-u...wnload/details.aspx?id=9033 # FIXME: none of the verbs that use this will show download status right # until file1 metadata is extended to handle common cache dir w_download_to directx9 https://download.microsoft.com...directx_feb2010_redist.exe" rel="external nofollow">https://download.microsoft.com" rel="external nofollow">https://download.microsoft.com" rel="external nofollow">https://download.microsoft.com.../directx_feb2010_redist.exe f6d191e89a963d7cca34f169d30f49eab99c1ed3bb92da73ec43617caaa1e93f DIRECTX_NAME=directx_feb2010_redist.exe } # Filelist at ./misc/filelists/directx-jun2010.txt helper_directx_Jun2010() { # June 2010 DirectX 9c User Redistributable # https://www.microsoft.com/en-u...nload/details.aspx?id=8109" rel="external nofollow">https://www.microsoft.com/en-u.../details.aspx?id=8109" rel="external nofollow">https://www.microsoft.com/en-u.../details.aspx?id=8109" rel="external nofollow">https://www.microsoft.com/en-u...nload/details.aspx?id=8109" rel="external nofollow">https://www.microsoft.com/en-u...wnload/details.aspx?id=8109 w_download_to directx9 https://download.microsoft.com...directx_Jun2010_redist.exe" rel="external nofollow">https://download.microsoft.com" rel="external nofollow">https://download.microsoft.com" rel="external nofollow">https://download.microsoft.com.../directx_Jun2010_redist.exe DIRECTX_NAME=directx_Jun2010_redist.exe } Wanna explain how that is piracy or distribution? If you have something concrete, speak up. So far you have given no evidence of what you claim. Or you could download it manually but it doesn't not grants you all the licenses for every library and assets of it AND IT IS THE CATCH. Whether you download it manually or with a script makes no difference. They aren’t reverse engineering it, they are using it to run Windows apps which, surprise, is what it’s licensed for. On Windows with an active Windows license. (Everyone keeps missing this part or pretending it doesn't exist.) You talk a lot, but I'd like to see you back up your nonsense for once. See below for .net and directX EULAs. NEITHER specify "On Windows with an active Windows license." Got anything to say for yourself? https://www.microsoft.com/web/...la/net_library_eula_enu.htm https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/confirmation.aspx?id=35 Here is the one for DirectX: MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS MICROSOFT DIRECTX END USER RUNTIME These license terms are an agreement between Microsoft Corporation (or based on where you live, one of its affiliates) and you. Please read them. They apply to the software named above, which includes the media on which you received it, if any. The terms also apply to any Microsoft * updates, * supplements, * Internet-based services, and * support services for this software, unless other terms accompany those items. If so, those terms apply. BY USING THE SOFTWARE, YOU ACCEPT THESE TERMS. IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THEM, DO NOT USE THE SOFTWARE. If you comply with these license terms, you have the rights below. 1. INSTALLATION AND USE RIGHTS. You may install and use any number of copies of the software on your devices. 2. SCOPE OF LICENSE. The software is licensed, not sold. This agreement only gives you some rights to use the software. Microsoft reserves all other rights. Unless applicable law gives you more rights despite this limitation, you may use the software only as expressly permitted in this agreement. In doing so, you must comply with any technical limitations in the software that only allow you to use it in certain ways. You may not * work around any technical limitations in the software; * reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble the software, except and only to the extent that applicable law expressly permits, despite this limitation; * make more copies of the software than specified in this agreement or allowed by applicable law, despite this limitation; * publish the software for others to copy; * rent, lease or lend the software; * transfer the software or this agreement to any third party; or * use the software for commercial software hosting services. 3. BACKUP COPY. You may make one backup copy of the software. You may use it only to reinstall the software. 4. DOCUMENTATION. Any person that has valid access to your computer or internal network may copy and use the documentation for your internal, reference purposes. 5. EXPORT RESTRICTIONS. The software is subject to United States export laws and regulations. You must comply with all domestic and international export laws and regulations that apply to the software. These laws include restrictions on destinations, end users and end use. For additional information, see http://www.microsoft.com/exporting. 6. SUPPORT SERVICES. Because this software is “as is,” we may not provide support services for it. 7. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This agreement, and the terms for supplements, updates, Internet-based services and support services that you use, are the entire agreement for the software and support services. 8. APPLICABLE LAW. a. United States. If you acquired the software in the United States, Washington state law governs the interpretation of this agreement and applies to claims for breach of it, regardless of conflict of laws principles. The laws of the state where you live govern all other claims, including claims under state consumer protection laws, unfair competition laws, and in tort. b. Outside the United States. If you acquired the software in any other country, the laws of that country apply. 9. LEGAL EFFECT. This agreement describes certain legal rights. You may have other rights under the laws of your country. You may also have rights with respect to the party from whom you acquired the software. This agreement does not change your rights under the laws of your country if the laws of your country do not permit it to do so. 10. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY. THE SOFTWARE IS LICENSED “AS-IS.” YOU BEAR THE RISK OF USING IT. MICROSOFT GIVES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES, GUARANTEES OR CONDITIONS. YOU MAY HAVE ADDITIONAL CONSUMER RIGHTS UNDER YOUR LOCAL LAWS WHICH THIS AGREEMENT CANNOT CHANGE. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED UNDER YOUR LOCAL LAWS, MICROSOFT EXCLUDES THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. 11. LIMITATION ON AND EXCLUSION OF REMEDIES AND DAMAGES. YOU CAN RECOVER FROM MICROSOFT AND ITS SUPPLIERS ONLY DIRECT DAMAGES UP TO U.S. $5.00. YOU CANNOT RECOVER ANY OTHER DAMAGES, INCLUDING CONSEQUENTIAL, LOST PROFITS, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. This limitation applies to * anything related to the software, services, content (including code) on third party Internet sites, or third party programs; and * claims for breach of contract, breach of warranty, guarantee or condition, strict liability, negligence, or other tort to the extent permitted by applicable law. It also applies even if Microsoft knew or should have known about the possibility of the damages. The above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you because your country may not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental, consequential or other damages.1 point -
Original Metal Gear games and other Konami classics get re-releases on GOG
richardsim7 reacted to dustojnikhummer for a topic
Because Konami is Konami, and Konami is the worst.1 point -
Amazon warns Xbox Series X preorders might get delayed
+E.Worm Jimmy reacted to babyjesus for a topic
So you're part of the problem, huh?1 point -
Amazon warns Xbox Series X preorders might get delayed
AmazingRando reacted to techbeck for a topic
Ordered mine directly from MS so hopefully I get it Nov 10th. No emails from MS warning of a delay so far.1 point -
Google will ban political ads right after the voting closes on November 3
The Werewolf reacted to Ryster for a topic
Think you got that backwards. Go and watch the social dilemma on Netflix and you'll see the power of social ads. It's the ads that are interfering with the election, not the tech giants1 point -
Google will ban political ads right after the voting closes on November 3
cork1958 reacted to spy beef for a topic
These tech giants should stop interfering in the US presidential election.1 point -
Russian scientist claims team battled creature under Antarctic ice
mudslag reacted to +Warwagon for a topic
Reminds me of the movie "Europa report"1 point -
Amazon refreshes the Echo Dots with a clock and a ball-shaped design
ad47uk reacted to greensabath for a topic
I agree, these new ones look ugly. They look way bigger also, meaning less places you can put them.1 point -
Windows XP source code has allegedly leaked online
alex_d2w reacted to Mobius Enigma for a topic
Look at ReactOS and/or WINE for something you can wrap your head around more easily and legally. Learning to contribute to these projects will teach you a lot about Windows and is experience you can actually add to your resume. While WINE is legal but it uses it's not. Microsoft is specific about what files (such as libraries) could be distributed and what not. For example, WINE could run .net applications but for that, the user needs the net framework and it is illegal to install it in Linux. It happens the same with VC++ applications. I feel like you have no idea how WINE handles this. They aren't redistributing any MS files. When you install an application on Wine, then you usually are installing many libraries that you can't install in Linux. It is the reason why WINE is legal but it's usage commonly it's not. If you install Vc++ redist or any application that includes one of those libraries on Linux then you are a pirate, as simple like that. Some distro of WINE includes installers for frameworks and libraries (Winetricks). WINE does not includes those libraries, but it allows us to install them from the Internet, so WINE is not legal but it is allowing others to install it illegally. Show me in the terms and conditions of the VC++ redistribuable installer the exact clause that wine is breaking and explain how: Did you read the EULA? You can google it. But lets me explain how it works. * First, you can't distribute it separately, and sometimes you can't even allow sharing the download from other sources. Does it sound fine? Well. If you want to share a single library of the package, then you must agree with all, and download from the original source (Microsoft). * Then, the whole EULA is mostly "you can use for free", however with several catches, one of them is that you can accept all or nothing but also that the EULA is over top each different license, so some of those files included in the distribution could have a different license. The installation of the package doesn't grant you that you can use it all of them. Classic examples of it are codecs and fonts. * But you can say, "but my application doesn't play video or use those fonts," but it is when you need so must deal with the all-or-nothing. Windows users don't have a problem with them because they are already licensors of such libraries or assets, but Linux doesn't. * Even more, some cryptography libraries include have special requirements and licensing (Microsoft gives some crypto libraries as open-source but not all of them). It is the reason why most commercial applications don't distribute their applications in WINE and most port the applications from Windows to Linux. When they do it, it is usually marked as "unsupported" or "on your own". It’s not being distributed by anyone than MS. Why is this a difficult concept for you? Downloading using a script or any other means is not distributing. Do a little research. https://github.com/Winetricks/winetricks" rel="external nofollow">https://github.com/Winetricks/winetricks" rel="external nofollow">https://github.com/Winetricks/winetricks Here are a couple snippets. helper_directx_dl() { # February 2010 DirectX 9c User Redistributable # https://www.microsoft.com/en-u.../details.aspx?id=9033" rel="external nofollow">https://www.microsoft.com/en-u...nload/details.aspx?id=9033" rel="external nofollow">https://www.microsoft.com/en-u...wnload/details.aspx?id=9033 # FIXME: none of the verbs that use this will show download status right # until file1 metadata is extended to handle common cache dir w_download_to directx9 https://download.microsoft.com...directx_feb2010_redist.exe" rel="external nofollow">https://download.microsoft.com" rel="external nofollow">https://download.microsoft.com.../directx_feb2010_redist.exe f6d191e89a963d7cca34f169d30f49eab99c1ed3bb92da73ec43617caaa1e93f DIRECTX_NAME=directx_feb2010_redist.exe } # Filelist at ./misc/filelists/directx-jun2010.txt helper_directx_Jun2010() { # June 2010 DirectX 9c User Redistributable # https://www.microsoft.com/en-u.../details.aspx?id=8109" rel="external nofollow">https://www.microsoft.com/en-u...nload/details.aspx?id=8109" rel="external nofollow">https://www.microsoft.com/en-u...wnload/details.aspx?id=8109 w_download_to directx9 https://download.microsoft.com...directx_Jun2010_redist.exe" rel="external nofollow">https://download.microsoft.com" rel="external nofollow">https://download.microsoft.com.../directx_Jun2010_redist.exe DIRECTX_NAME=directx_Jun2010_redist.exe } Wanna explain how that is piracy or distribution? If you have something concrete, speak up. So far you have given no evidence of what you claim. Or you could download it manually but it doesn't not grants you all the licenses for every library and assets of it AND IT IS THE CATCH. Whether you download it manually or with a script makes no difference. They aren’t reverse engineering it, they are using it to run Windows apps which, surprise, is what it’s licensed for. On Windows with an active Windows license. (Everyone keeps missing this part or pretending it doesn't exist.)1 point -
Windows XP source code has allegedly leaked online
theslam08 reacted to Mobius Enigma for a topic
Look at ReactOS and/or WINE for something you can wrap your head around more easily and legally. Learning to contribute to these projects will teach you a lot about Windows and is experience you can actually add to your resume. While WINE is legal but it uses it's not. Microsoft is specific about what files (such as libraries) could be distributed and what not. For example, WINE could run .net applications but for that, the user needs the net framework and it is illegal to install it in Linux. It happens the same with VC++ applications. I feel like you have no idea how WINE handles this. They aren't redistributing any MS files. Not to mention there is NOTHING illegal about installing any .net framework in Linux. Just because something has not been adjudicated, does not mean it is legal. WINE crosses a lot of boundaries and use of WINE also adds additional layers of legal questionability. This is one of those examples, if Microsoft was sue happy, it would probably not exist or be allowed to exist. (Hint, try a WINE type project for iOS and OS X binaries, and see how long it lasts.)1 point -
Original Metal Gear games and other Konami classics get re-releases on GOG
richardsim7 reacted to Qantum for a topic
Jeez according to user reviews MGSes are almost in the same legendary bugged shape. Not that I expected anything different from the Konami but it's still disappointing. Even Nvidia shields have better ports.1 point -
Football Manager 2021 is not coming to the PlayStation... because Sony didn't send dev kits
theslam08 reacted to Paul1979UK for a topic
You would think that Sony and Microsoft would send devkits to as many publishers and developers as they can find, it will pay for its self by the games that get released on those platforms and the 30% cut, crazy that Sony didn't send them one.1 point -
sata cable with on/off switch?
Izlude reacted to Mindovermaster for a topic
You could use eSATA. Where the device will have an on/off switch. External power. Like so: https://www.amazon.com/Sabrent-eSATA-Aluminum-Enclosure-EC-ESU4K/dp/B000HJ99LA/ref=sr_1_14?c=ts&dchild=1&keywords=Computer+Hard+Drive+Enclosures&qid=1600986708&refinements=p_n_feature_keywords_browse-bin%3A2886986011&s=pc&sr=1-14&ts_id=160354011 (there's several different types)1 point -
Microsoft is acquiring ZeniMax Media, gaining Bethesda, id, Arkane, and more studios
redbear.sam reacted to BigBoy for a topic
I'm still trying to figure out how this deal confirmed Half Life 3 but once I figure that out... I think that's likely! 🤣1 point -
Microsoft is acquiring ZeniMax Media, gaining Bethesda, id, Arkane, and more studios
redbear.sam reacted to sagum for a topic
I don't think Microsoft are going to go the exclusive route. Microsoft is pretty keen to exploit cross play options, smart delivery etc, they're looking to the future a head rather than restricting what they have now. I expect them to continue to provide games across all the platforms, Sony's Playstation included, but make the statement that it's Xbox that is providing the cross play, cross platform multiplayer services. Sony can opt out again if they want, but like the backlash they gained against them for the Minecraft multiplayer issue, gamers just want to be able to play with their friends. It'll be putting pressure on Sony via their own fans. Also, Microsoft own all that IP now. It'll be a nice income across as many platforms they can get it from. Still, surprised that they managed to grab it for $7.5 billion, and kept it quiet. I guess big pockets really do help.1 point -
Microsoft is acquiring ZeniMax Media, gaining Bethesda, id, Arkane, and more studios
redbear.sam reacted to vishal1082 for a topic
Microsoft is potentially publishing two PS5 exclusives. This is an alternate reality.1 point -
Microsoft is acquiring ZeniMax Media, gaining Bethesda, id, Arkane, and more studios
redbear.sam reacted to PmRd for a topic
Holy ****1 point -
A new logo for Gmail is reportedly in the works
The_killer reacted to TechJunkie81 for a topic
When I switched to Android and opened up the Gmail app I was quite perplexed by this. No select all is ridiculous.1 point