This is why I will never own an Apple product

[ew2x4]

 

In 2004 that happened mainly because IE was bundled with Windows and it was unable to be removed. In present day computer land, Windows 7 allows you to remove IE all together. The European version even comes shipped with a ballot option to install the browser of your choice.

Also in 2010, Apple has installing Safari set to default when you run Apple Software Update with only itunes or quicktime installed. On Mac systems, there is no way to successfully uninstall the packaged software. Not to mention they are one step away from having a completely closed desktop OS.

Two companies going in completely opposite directions. But yeah, what ever you say, buddy.

[yoga-like_abana]

Question for iDorks, is there any way around using iTunes?

[pissclams]

In 2004 that happened mainly because IE was bundled with Windows and it was unable to be removed. In present day computer land, Windows 7 allows you to remove IE all together. The European version even comes shipped with a ballot option to install the browser of your choice.

Also in 2010, Apple has installing Safari set to default when you run Apple Software Update with only itunes or quicktime installed. On Mac systems, there is no way to successfully uninstall the packaged software. Not to mention they are one step away from having a completely closed desktop OS.

Two companies going in completely opposite directions. But yeah, what ever you say, buddy.

   sheesh, can't believe everyone in the world is out to get microsoft!

Question for iDorks, is there any way around using iTunes?

don't use it

[Stupid Fitz]

Lol at this thread. 

[mcmwcat]

my grandma uses an iPhone so they must work alright. 

[CNS]

How is the iPad for BBS'n?

[yoga-like_abana]

Question for iDorks, is there any way around using iTunes?

don't use it

what program works?

[pissclams]

Question for iDorks, is there any way around using iTunes?

don't use it

what program works?

works for what?

[ew2x4]

In 2004 that happened mainly because IE was bundled with Windows and it was unable to be removed. In present day computer land, Windows 7 allows you to remove IE all together. The European version even comes shipped with a ballot option to install the browser of your choice.

Also in 2010, Apple has installing Safari set to default when you run Apple Software Update with only itunes or quicktime installed. On Mac systems, there is no way to successfully uninstall the packaged software. Not to mention they are one step away from having a completely closed desktop OS.

Two companies going in completely opposite directions. But yeah, what ever you say, buddy.

   sheesh, can't believe everyone in the world is out to get microsoft!

Yay, another Beems tactic.  Shocker

[mcmwcat]

BMW is incredibly good at clowning dumb people. 

[Poster formerly known as jthutch]

Man ew2x4's tap out is getting ridiculous.  Congrats to Pissclams for total domination of this thread. 

[pissclams]

If Microsoft had done this, retards in turtle necks everywhere would be crying about it. Not to mention the EU.

so in this scenario, what color turtle neck are you wearing?

I think I'd be with the EU on this one. The turtleneckers' motivation would be completely different. I'm actually for consumer's rights.
I'm sorry, but if I buy something, no way in hell I want other people to still control it. The library of congress agrees, which is why it made cell phone jail breaking legal.

Question for turtleneck wearing complainer, ew2x4-

Between Microsoft and Apple, only one company has been sued by the Dept of Justice for violating anti-trust laws.  The company lost the lawsuit and was found guilty of violating the Sherman Antitrust act.

Only one of the two companies was also sued by the EU for violating anti-trust laws and again was found guilty of violating consumer rights.Care to guess which of these two fine outstanding pro-consumer rights software companies it was?

 

[ew2x4]

If Microsoft had done this, retards in turtle necks everywhere would be crying about it. Not to mention the EU.

so in this scenario, what color turtle neck are you wearing?

I think I'd be with the EU on this one. The turtleneckers' motivation would be completely different. I'm actually for consumer's rights.
I'm sorry, but if I buy something, no way in hell I want other people to still control it. The library of congress agrees, which is why it made cell phone jail breaking legal.

Question for turtleneck wearing complainer, ew2x4-

Between Microsoft and Apple, only one company has been sued by the Dept of Justice for violating anti-trust laws.  The company lost the lawsuit and was found guilty of violating the Sherman Antitrust act.

Only one of the two companies was also sued by the EU for violating anti-trust laws and again was found guilty of violating consumer rights.Care to guess which of these two fine outstanding pro-consumer rights software companies it was?

 

Did you completely ignore my post or what? Avoiding posts that clown you- Beems avoidance tactic #21

[ew2x4]

If Microsoft had done this, retards in turtle necks everywhere would be crying about it. Not to mention the EU.

so in this scenario, what color turtle neck are you wearing?

I think I'd be with the EU on this one. The turtleneckers' motivation would be completely different. I'm actually for consumer's rights.

I'm sorry, but if I buy something, no way in hell I want other people to still control it. The library of congress agrees, which is why it made cell phone jail breaking legal.

Yup, good old Microsoft Windows- a shining example of a true open platform

Never thought they were. They have a lot of work to do, but they're going the complete opposite direction that Apple is going when it comes to this. You're starting to argue like Beems, btw. You're better than this.

I'm arguing like BMW and you're the one posting links to stupid crap like this one, rehashing crap we've been over dozens of times.  Got it.  Thanks for the link, revolutionary crap I learned from reading it.

Yet another BMW posts. Make a few posts that argue against the grain, then throw the table over and walk out of the room when exposed as a dipshit.

We've been over news that just came out dozens of times? If you don't want to read the thread, don't rough ridin' open it. Talk about a revolutionary idea.

Yeah, we have been over this.
Maybe the emotional stress that Apple products put you through just clouds your memory.   LOL @ you ---->

I HATE APPLE!!       

I don't hate anything. I just think it's hilarious how you would rather get raped over on price and consumer rights, just for a brand. I just hope that attitude stays with you and not the rest of the world. I like to use the things I buy the way I want to.

The fact that you can't recognize how hypocritical it is to talk about consumer rights while booting into Windows pretty much ends this thread for me.  Thanks for playin!

What is MS doing that compares at all to what Apple is doing?

Hey guys! Bundling software in 2004 is exactly the same as creating a closed OS in 2010!

[ew2x4]

BMW is incredibly good at clowning dumb people. 

This isn't 2006.

[pissclams]

uh oh, three responses in a row.

i sense a member to guest transition occuring soon!   

[ew2x4]

Still ignoring the posts eh? Want me to edit them all together? I tried putting them all in the same quick reply but the quotes got all messed up.

[yoga-like_abana]

Question for iDorks, is there any way around using iTunes?

don't use it

what program works?

works for what?

why was it edited? what did it say. 

[Saulbadguy]

In 2004 that happened mainly because IE was bundled with Windows and it was unable to be removed. In present day computer land, Windows 7 allows you to remove IE all together. The European version even comes shipped with a ballot option to install the browser of your choice.

Also in 2010, Apple has installing Safari set to default when you run Apple Software Update with only itunes or quicktime installed. On Mac systems, there is no way to successfully uninstall the packaged software. Not to mention they are one step away from having a completely closed desktop OS.

Two companies going in completely opposite directions. But yeah, what ever you say, buddy.

   sheesh, can't believe everyone in the world is out to get microsoft!

Question for iDorks, is there any way around using iTunes?

don't use it

[chum1]

itunes is definitely a spot where the "i need something uncomplicated" and "i want something flexible" crap hits the fan.

[Stupid Fitz]

How is the iPad for BBS'n?

* bbs'd from my ipad

[CNS]

How is the iPad for BBS'n?

* bbs'd from my ipad

Easy to type on?  Much of a pain in the ass?

[Rage Against the McKee]

I'm not really a fan of Apple's products, but I do own Apple stock, so I love crap like this.

[Dr. tylerhughes]

How is the iPad for BBS'n?

* bbs'd from my ipad

Easy to type on?  Much of a pain in the ass?

Surprisingly easy...kind of like getting used to typing on a new phone keyboard, but way bigger and easier.  Some idiots may freak out about not being able to "feel" when you hit the keys.

My dad is still pretty slow with it but I can type like a 13 year old girl using AIM (or facebook chat these days  )

[sonofdaxjones]

Other Technology companies do the same thing . . . several of whom are monsters in their particular sectors, they're just not househould names on the level of Apple.   

I think it's BS . . . BUT . . . it's their $hit and they can do whatever they want . . . all the is driven by petty jealousy because these companies have been smarter and more business savvy then their competitors.