Gene Fitz

Donald,

First of all, I have to apologise to you. Many times, I get frustrated
with a topic, and say mean things. It really isn't my intention to offend.
As I have read through these posts, and as I have heard the complaints,
my replies, I know may sound un-sympathetic. That is really not my intent
either.
I understand the complaints. I understand that the new rules and
regulations can be more than just annoying, they can seem down right unfair.
I do sympathize with you on that. This will be a step back for many power
users. I can only pray that if the Microsoft rule makers read these posts and
that they change their EULA stipulations to a base that is more "twiget
friendly."
I do, however believe that though the game may be in the later stages,
it isn't over yet, there may still be changes made.
But as it looks right now, as the EULA reads now, Microsoft has layed
the rules down, and whether we agree with their intent or now, if we are to
use the program, we have to do it on their terms, for better, or for worse.
Right now, they are making the rules, and the stand is "If you don't like it,
don't buy it."
I know I have said that over and over, but it isn't because I am trying
to fight with you, or anyone else, but because those are the options
Microsoft has layed out before us.
For the record, I do agree with you. I do believe that XP's
stipulations were better, because you could keep the program as yours and and
use it on what ever computer you are using. It was easier to do major
upgrades and system changes under XP. I agree with you, and many other
computer information sources like ZDNET who claims that the new EULA will
alienate many power users and "twigets," who, honestly are the life blood of
the computer technology companies (Gamers and computer enthusiasts). The new
EULA is not fair to them.
As I understand that for most, users, the OEM users, the "My computer
came ready to go with Vista pre-loaded." It will be a transparent change. And
I do believe that Microsoft, with Vista, has catered more to these people
than the people who would rather spend the money for custom built systems and
personal touch performance.
As far as the Linux and OSX statement, that was kind of rude of me. As
a Linux user myself, honestly, I wouldn't want to throw Linux on someone who
isn't an experienced linux user. Windows, love it or hate it, is more user
friendly. Which is why it is the most popular OS for PC based systems. I
can't really talk about Windows on MAC, because I am not a Mac Power user. I
only use a MAC in the studio, and it is only used for Pro-tools.
I just get a little frustrated with all the "linux props" thrown into a
Windows news group. Some of these guys seem like they should be getting
advertisement money for the mentions. But hey, that's just me.
Donald, I think my point is that I am not trying to create hard
feelings. I know I have been labeled in the news groups as a "Gung ho
Microsoft supporter," and in some instances I may be. But please understand
that it isn't always that I agree with everything that is layed out on the
EULA. It is just that I understand that these are the rules they have layed
out and if I am going to use Vista, I have to do it by their rules. And I am
trying to point out that all complaints aside this is the way it will be.

Very Respectfully
Gene