If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might want to
reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the stewardship of Satya
Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two things in Windows 11 that have
caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking
permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the internet for instructions before doing the install of or update to Windows 11. For
now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you already
have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't bother you.
However, if you're like me and have actually UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I
believe it will be reinstalled with the update to or fresh install of
Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into
using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might want to
reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the stewardship of Satya
Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two things in Windows 11 that have
caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the internet for instructions before doing the install of or update to Windows 11. For
now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you already
have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't bother you.
However, if you're like me and have actually UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I
believe it will be reinstalled with the update to or fresh install of
Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into
using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
On 6/26/24 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might want toChange to Linux. I have no such issues. No MS account, no One Drive, no update reboots, I can tell what is being installed down to the actual
reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the stewardship of Satya
Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two things in Windows 11 that have
caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the internet for
instructions before doing the install of or update to Windows 11. For
now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you already
have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't bother you.
However, if you're like me and have actually UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I
believe it will be reinstalled with the update to or fresh install of
Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into
using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
package and hold that update forever if I want.
Such a simple system. With limited needs, it's a great system.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into
using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
On 6/26/2024 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into   Yes, but I'm afraid anyone who cares already knows. I find
using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
it striking how passive people are about devices. People let their
computers and cellphones spy on them and foist crapware on
them, as though they didn't actually own the devices. Maybe
it's partly because Microsoft have taken the boiling frog
approach. Each step is "not that bad". They've turned Windows
into spyware that installs things without asking, and what's the
response? One person thinks it's a joke. Another suggests Linux.
A third is insulted that you'd even dare to expect an honest
product.
 People on Reddit routinely express passivity. For instance, they
might complain about an aspect of copilot, but it never occurs to
them to question what right Microsoft have to intrude on the
computer they own to install copilot in the first place.
 I remember in '99 one time Microsoft was caught using an ActiveX
control in IE to record registration info from the Registries of people visiting Windows Update. It was a scandal. How dare they?! Microsoft
promised to stop. Now they spy, install changes willy nilly, and
virtually
claim ownership of your computer. And people think that's normal.
Big Al wrote:
On 6/26/24 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might want toChange to Linux. I have no such issues. No MS account, no One Drive,
reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the stewardship of Satya
Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two things in Windows 11 that have
caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the internet for
instructions before doing the install of or update to Windows 11. For
now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you already
have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't bother you.
However, if you're like me and have actually UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I
believe it will be reinstalled with the update to or fresh install of
Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into
using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
no update reboots, I can tell what is being installed down to the
actual package and hold that update forever if I want.
Such a simple system. With limited needs, it's a great system.
Even better, write your own operating system. If you aren't lazy.
Then you can have everything exactly to your liking.
John C. wrote:
   Yes, but I'm afraid anyone who cares already knows. I find
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into
using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
it striking how passive people are about devices. People let their
computers and cellphones spy on them and foist crapware on
them, as though they didn't actually own the devices. Maybe
it's partly because Microsoft have taken the boiling frog
approach. Each step is "not that bad". They've turned Windows
into spyware that installs things without asking, and what's the
response? One person thinks it's a joke. Another suggests Linux.
A third is insulted that you'd even dare to expect an honest
product.
 People on Reddit routinely express passivity. For instance, they
might complain about an aspect of copilot, but it never occurs to
them to question what right Microsoft have to intrude on the
computer they own to install copilot in the first place.
 I remember in '99 one time Microsoft was caught using an ActiveX
control in IE to record registration info from the Registries of people visiting Windows Update. It was a scandal. How dare they?! Microsoft
promised to stop. Now they spy, install changes willy nilly, and virtually claim ownership of your computer. And people think that's normal.
Newyana2 wrote:
John C. wrote:
   Yes, but I'm afraid anyone who cares already knows. I find
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into
using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
it striking how passive people are about devices. People let their
computers and cellphones spy on them and foist crapware on
them, as though they didn't actually own the devices. Maybe
it's partly because Microsoft have taken the boiling frog
approach. Each step is "not that bad". They've turned Windows
into spyware that installs things without asking, and what's the
response? One person thinks it's a joke. Another suggests Linux.
A third is insulted that you'd even dare to expect an honest
product.
 People on Reddit routinely express passivity. For instance, they
might complain about an aspect of copilot, but it never occurs to
them to question what right Microsoft have to intrude on the
computer they own to install copilot in the first place.
 I remember in '99 one time Microsoft was caught using an ActiveX
control in IE to record registration info from the Registries of people
visiting Windows Update. It was a scandal. How dare they?! Microsoft
promised to stop. Now they spy, install changes willy nilly, and
virtually
claim ownership of your computer. And people think that's normal.
You own the hardware but Microsoft owns the operating system. If you
don't agree with the licensing terms then why did you install
Microsoft's Operating system? You should really be using something else. There are 1000s of Linux distros so go and use one from the selection available to you. Don't tell us Microsoft runs a monopoly because they
don't. The law makers would come after them if they did anything
illegal. If anything, it is you who is doing things that are construed
as illegal. For example, to download Windows 11, you have to spoof your identity. Why do you do that?
You seem to have lots of problems with Windows and Apps running on them.
Why are you so stupid not able to learn how to use a computer?
On 6/26/24 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might want toChange to Linux. I have no such issues. No MS account, no One Drive,
reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the stewardship of Satya
Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two things in Windows 11 that have
caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the internet for
instructions before doing the install of or update to Windows 11. For
now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you already
have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't bother you.
However, if you're like me and have actually UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I
believe it will be reinstalled with the update to or fresh install of
Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into
using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
no update reboots, I can tell what is being installed down to the actual package and hold that update forever if I want.
Such a simple system. With limited needs, it's a great system.
Newyana2 wrote:
John C. wrote:
   Yes, but I'm afraid anyone who cares already knows. I find
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into
using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
it striking how passive people are about devices. People let their
computers and cellphones spy on them and foist crapware on
them, as though they didn't actually own the devices. Maybe
it's partly because Microsoft have taken the boiling frog
approach. Each step is "not that bad". They've turned Windows
into spyware that installs things without asking, and what's the
response? One person thinks it's a joke. Another suggests Linux.
A third is insulted that you'd even dare to expect an honest
product.
 People on Reddit routinely express passivity. For instance, they
might complain about an aspect of copilot, but it never occurs to
them to question what right Microsoft have to intrude on the
computer they own to install copilot in the first place.
 I remember in '99 one time Microsoft was caught using an ActiveX
control in IE to record registration info from the Registries of people
visiting Windows Update. It was a scandal. How dare they?! Microsoft
promised to stop. Now they spy, install changes willy nilly, and virtually >> claim ownership of your computer. And people think that's normal.
One reason M$ spies so much is that India has taken it over IMO.
And I totally agree. I have to use a cell phone, so I'm using a very
basic flip phone that runs KaiOS. KaiOS still spies on people though.
Only way to prevent it from doing it is to turn off the phone, then
crack it open and remove the battery.
On 6/26/24 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might want toChange to Linux. I have no such issues. No MS account, no One Drive, no update reboots, I can tell
reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the stewardship of Satya
Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two things in Windows 11 that have
caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the internet for
instructions before doing the install of or update to Windows 11. For
now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you already
have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't bother you.
However, if you're like me and have actually UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I
believe it will be reinstalled with the update to or fresh install of
Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into
using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
what is being installed down to the actual package and hold that update forever if I want.
Such a simple system. With limited needs, it's a great system.
On 27/06/2024 03:36, Newyana2 wrote:
On 6/26/2024 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
You seem to have lots of problems with Windows and Apps running on them.
Why are you so stupid not able to learn how to use a computer?
On 6/26/24 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might want to reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the stewardship of Satya
Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two things in Windows 11 that have caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the internet for instructions before doing the install of or update to Windows 11. For
now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you already
have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't bother you.
However, if you're like me and have actually UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I believe it will be reinstalled with the update to or fresh install of Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
Change to Linux. I have no such issues. No MS account, no One Drive, no update reboots, I can tell
what is being installed down to the actual package and hold that update forever if I want.
Such a simple system. With limited needs, it's a great system.
--
Linux Mint 21.3, Cinnamon 6.0.4, Kernel 5.15.0-113-generic
Al
In article <v5h8vc$25m4j$1@dont-email.me>
Big Al <alan@invalid.com> wrote:
On 6/26/24 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might want to reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the stewardship of Satya
Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two things in Windows 11 that
have caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking
permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the
internet for instructions before doing the install of or update
to Windows 11. For now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you
already have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't
bother you. However, if you're like me and have actually
UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I believe it will be reinstalled with the
update to or fresh install of Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody
into using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of
their OS. They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in
order to access your own data. These two stunts mentioned above
are a clear step in those directions.
Change to Linux. I have no such issues. No MS account, no One
Drive, no update reboots, I can tell what is being installed down
to the actual package and hold that update forever if I want. Such
a simple system. With limited needs, it's a great system. --
Linux Mint 21.3, Cinnamon 6.0.4, Kernel 5.15.0-113-generic
Al
You Linux jerkos don't have a clue. Below is an article by a Linux
guy who does.
I'm showing only his first two reasons. The entire article is at the
link below.
10 reasons not to use Linux
Tom Clarke
https://en.softonic.com/articles/10-reasons-not-to-use-
linux?utm_source=SEM
August 20, 2008
Updated: March 7, 2024 9:59 PM
In previous articles, we_ve often dedicated time to extolling the
virtues of Linux. However, as with Windows and Mac OS X, there are
plenty of reasons why the OS with the penguin mascot might not be the
best choice for your PC.
Here are our top 10 reasons why you should leave Linux to the geeks
and stay loyal to your current OS.
1. Because you_re happy with your current OS
Open source software is all well and good, but when you think of what
we actually do with our PCs (reading email, browsing the web,
listening to music), there are equally good solutions available for
Linux, Windows and Mac. So, why change?
2. You don_t need to know how to build a car if all you want to do is
drive
On Thu, 27 Jun 2024 03:15:28 +0000, Simon GAHHH Creator
<noreply@GAHHH.com> wrote:
On 27/06/2024 03:36, Newyana2 wrote:
On 6/26/2024 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
You seem to have lots of problems with Windows and Apps running on them. >Why are you so stupid not able to learn how to use a computer?
Typical insecure tech type jerk who doesn't have a clue about the
average computer user. I guess I should also know how to do my own
plumbing, carpentry and electrical work. If not, why then did I buy my
own home?
Jerk.
In article <20240627160355.4bca2f0f@mx>
Johnny <johnny@invalid.net> wrote:
On Thu, 27 Jun 2024 22:53:01 +0200 (CEST)
Jackson@invalid.net wrote:
In article <v5h8vc$25m4j$1@dont-email.me>
Big Al <alan@invalid.com> wrote:
On 6/26/24 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might
want to reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the
stewardship of Satya Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two
things in Windows 11 that have caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows
accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the
internet for instructions before doing the install of or
update to Windows 11. For now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you
already have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't
bother you. However, if you're like me and have actually
UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I believe it will be reinstalled with
the update to or fresh install of Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing
everybody into using dumb terminals and paying rental fees
for the use of their OS. They also want to eventually force
you to pay fees in order to access your own data. These two
stunts mentioned above are a clear step in those directions.
Change to Linux. I have no such issues. No MS account, no One
Drive, no update reboots, I can tell what is being installed
down to the actual package and hold that update forever if I
want. Such a simple system. With limited needs, it's a great
system. -- Linux Mint 21.3, Cinnamon 6.0.4, Kernel
5.15.0-113-generic Al
You Linux jerkos don't have a clue. Below is an article by a
Linux guy who does.
I'm showing only his first two reasons. The entire article is at
the link below.
10 reasons not to use Linux
Tom Clarke
https://en.softonic.com/articles/10-reasons-not-to-use- linux?utm_source=SEM
August 20, 2008
Updated: March 7, 2024 9:59 PM
In previous articles, we_ve often dedicated time to extolling the
virtues of Linux. However, as with Windows and Mac OS X, there are
plenty of reasons why the OS with the penguin mascot might not be
the best choice for your PC.
Here are our top 10 reasons why you should leave Linux to the
geeks and stay loyal to your current OS.
1. Because you_re happy with your current OS
Open source software is all well and good, but when you think of
what we actually do with our PCs (reading email, browsing the web, listening to music), there are equally good solutions available
for Linux, Windows and Mac. So, why change?
2. You don_t need to know how to build a car if all you want to
do is drive
MX Linux is a version of Linux you just install and use.
All you have to do is move the panel from the left side to the
bottom. Remove items you don't want in the panel and add items you
do want.
I never have to open a terminal and use the command line.
https://mxlinux.org/
If you want to try it get XFCE.
You people just don't get it. WHY should I move to a new OS and have
to learn all over again?
WHY?
Are you so damn insecure that unless the entire world agrees with you
on an OS you're life is worthless. WHY can't you simply get the
message? WE DON'T GIVE A DAM ABOUT LINUX!
On Thu, 27 Jun 2024 22:53:01 +0200 (CEST)
Jackson@invalid.net wrote:
In article <v5h8vc$25m4j$1@dont-email.me>
Big Al <alan@invalid.com> wrote:
On 6/26/24 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might want to reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the stewardship of Satya Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two things in Windows 11 that
have caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking
permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the
internet for instructions before doing the install of or update
to Windows 11. For now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you
already have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't
bother you. However, if you're like me and have actually
UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I believe it will be reinstalled with the
update to or fresh install of Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody
into using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of
their OS. They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in
order to access your own data. These two stunts mentioned above
are a clear step in those directions.
Change to Linux. I have no such issues. No MS account, no One
Drive, no update reboots, I can tell what is being installed down
to the actual package and hold that update forever if I want. Such
a simple system. With limited needs, it's a great system. --
Linux Mint 21.3, Cinnamon 6.0.4, Kernel 5.15.0-113-generic
Al
You Linux jerkos don't have a clue. Below is an article by a Linux
guy who does.
I'm showing only his first two reasons. The entire article is at the
link below.
10 reasons not to use Linux
Tom Clarke
https://en.softonic.com/articles/10-reasons-not-to-use- linux?utm_source=SEM
August 20, 2008
Updated: March 7, 2024 9:59 PM
In previous articles, we_ve often dedicated time to extolling the
virtues of Linux. However, as with Windows and Mac OS X, there are
plenty of reasons why the OS with the penguin mascot might not be the
best choice for your PC.
Here are our top 10 reasons why you should leave Linux to the geeks
and stay loyal to your current OS.
1. Because you_re happy with your current OS
Open source software is all well and good, but when you think of what
we actually do with our PCs (reading email, browsing the web,
listening to music), there are equally good solutions available for
Linux, Windows and Mac. So, why change?
2. You don_t need to know how to build a car if all you want to do is
drive
MX Linux is a version of Linux you just install and use.
All you have to do is move the panel from the left side to the bottom.
Remove items you don't want in the panel and add items you do want.
I never have to open a terminal and use the command line.
https://mxlinux.org/
If you want to try it get XFCE.
In article <20240627160355.4bca2f0f@mx>
Johnny <johnny@invalid.net> wrote:
On Thu, 27 Jun 2024 22:53:01 +0200 (CEST)
Jackson@invalid.net wrote:
In article <v5h8vc$25m4j$1@dont-email.me>
Big Al <alan@invalid.com> wrote:
On 6/26/24 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might want toChange to Linux. I have no such issues. No MS account, no One
reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the stewardship of Satya
Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two things in Windows 11 that
have caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking
permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the
internet for instructions before doing the install of or update
to Windows 11. For now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you
already have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't
bother you. However, if you're like me and have actually
UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I believe it will be reinstalled with the
update to or fresh install of Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody
into using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of
their OS. They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in
order to access your own data. These two stunts mentioned above
are a clear step in those directions.
Drive, no update reboots, I can tell what is being installed down
to the actual package and hold that update forever if I want. Such
a simple system. With limited needs, it's a great system. --
Linux Mint 21.3, Cinnamon 6.0.4, Kernel 5.15.0-113-generic
Al
You Linux jerkos don't have a clue. Below is an article by a Linux
guy who does.
I'm showing only his first two reasons. The entire article is at the
link below.
10 reasons not to use Linux
Tom Clarke
https://en.softonic.com/articles/10-reasons-not-to-use-
linux?utm_source=SEM
August 20, 2008
Updated: March 7, 2024 9:59 PM
In previous articles, we_ve often dedicated time to extolling the
virtues of Linux. However, as with Windows and Mac OS X, there are
plenty of reasons why the OS with the penguin mascot might not be the
best choice for your PC.
Here are our top 10 reasons why you should leave Linux to the geeks
and stay loyal to your current OS.
1. Because you_re happy with your current OS
Open source software is all well and good, but when you think of what
we actually do with our PCs (reading email, browsing the web,
listening to music), there are equally good solutions available for
Linux, Windows and Mac. So, why change?
2. You don_t need to know how to build a car if all you want to do is
drive
MX Linux is a version of Linux you just install and use.
All you have to do is move the panel from the left side to the bottom.
Remove items you don't want in the panel and add items you do want.
I never have to open a terminal and use the command line.
https://mxlinux.org/
If you want to try it get XFCE.
You people just don't get it. WHY should I move to a new OS and have to
learn all over again?
WHY?
Are you so damn insecure that unless the entire world agrees with you
on an OS you're life is worthless. WHY can't you simply get the
message? WE DON'T GIVE A DAM ABOUT LINUX!
On Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:36:22 +0200 (CEST)
Jackson@invalid.net wrote:
In article <20240627160355.4bca2f0f@mx>
Johnny <johnny@invalid.net> wrote:
On Thu, 27 Jun 2024 22:53:01 +0200 (CEST)
Jackson@invalid.net wrote:
In article <v5h8vc$25m4j$1@dont-email.me>
Big Al <alan@invalid.com> wrote:
On 6/26/24 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might
want to reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the
stewardship of Satya Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two
things in Windows 11 that have caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows
accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the
internet for instructions before doing the install of or
update to Windows 11. For now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you already have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't bother you. However, if you're like me and have actually UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I believe it will be reinstalled with
the update to or fresh install of Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing
everybody into using dumb terminals and paying rental fees
for the use of their OS. They also want to eventually force
you to pay fees in order to access your own data. These two
stunts mentioned above are a clear step in those directions.
Change to Linux. I have no such issues. No MS account, no One Drive, no update reboots, I can tell what is being installed
down to the actual package and hold that update forever if I
want. Such a simple system. With limited needs, it's a great
system. -- Linux Mint 21.3, Cinnamon 6.0.4, Kernel 5.15.0-113-generic Al
You Linux jerkos don't have a clue. Below is an article by a
Linux guy who does.
I'm showing only his first two reasons. The entire article is at
the link below.
10 reasons not to use Linux
Tom Clarke
https://en.softonic.com/articles/10-reasons-not-to-use- linux?utm_source=SEM
August 20, 2008
Updated: March 7, 2024 9:59 PM
In previous articles, we_ve often dedicated time to extolling the virtues of Linux. However, as with Windows and Mac OS X, there are plenty of reasons why the OS with the penguin mascot might not be
the best choice for your PC.
Here are our top 10 reasons why you should leave Linux to the
geeks and stay loyal to your current OS.
1. Because you_re happy with your current OS
Open source software is all well and good, but when you think of
what we actually do with our PCs (reading email, browsing the web, listening to music), there are equally good solutions available
for Linux, Windows and Mac. So, why change?
2. You don_t need to know how to build a car if all you want to
do is drive
MX Linux is a version of Linux you just install and use.
All you have to do is move the panel from the left side to the
bottom. Remove items you don't want in the panel and add items you
do want.
I never have to open a terminal and use the command line.
https://mxlinux.org/
If you want to try it get XFCE.
You people just don't get it. WHY should I move to a new OS and have
to learn all over again?
WHY?
Are you so damn insecure that unless the entire world agrees with you
on an OS you're life is worthless. WHY can't you simply get the
message? WE DON'T GIVE A DAM ABOUT LINUX!
I tried to help, so fuck you.
In article <20240627160355.4bca2f0f@mx>
Johnny <johnny@invalid.net> wrote:
On Thu, 27 Jun 2024 22:53:01 +0200 (CEST)
Jackson@invalid.net wrote:
In article <v5h8vc$25m4j$1@dont-email.me>
Big Al <alan@invalid.com> wrote:
On 6/26/24 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might want toChange to Linux. I have no such issues. No MS account, no One
reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the stewardship of Satya
Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two things in Windows 11 that
have caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking
permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the
internet for instructions before doing the install of or update
to Windows 11. For now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you
already have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't
bother you. However, if you're like me and have actually
UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I believe it will be reinstalled with the
update to or fresh install of Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody
into using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of
their OS. They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in
order to access your own data. These two stunts mentioned above
are a clear step in those directions.
Drive, no update reboots, I can tell what is being installed down
to the actual package and hold that update forever if I want. Such
a simple system. With limited needs, it's a great system. --
Linux Mint 21.3, Cinnamon 6.0.4, Kernel 5.15.0-113-generic
Al
You Linux jerkos don't have a clue. Below is an article by a Linux
guy who does.
I'm showing only his first two reasons. The entire article is at the
link below.
10 reasons not to use Linux
Tom Clarke
https://en.softonic.com/articles/10-reasons-not-to-use-
linux?utm_source=SEM
August 20, 2008
Updated: March 7, 2024 9:59 PM
In previous articles, we_ve often dedicated time to extolling the
virtues of Linux. However, as with Windows and Mac OS X, there are
plenty of reasons why the OS with the penguin mascot might not be the
best choice for your PC.
Here are our top 10 reasons why you should leave Linux to the geeks
and stay loyal to your current OS.
1. Because you_re happy with your current OS
Open source software is all well and good, but when you think of what
we actually do with our PCs (reading email, browsing the web,
listening to music), there are equally good solutions available for
Linux, Windows and Mac. So, why change?
2. You don_t need to know how to build a car if all you want to do is
drive
MX Linux is a version of Linux you just install and use.
All you have to do is move the panel from the left side to the bottom.
Remove items you don't want in the panel and add items you do want.
I never have to open a terminal and use the command line.
https://mxlinux.org/
If you want to try it get XFCE.
You people just don't get it. WHY should I move to a new OS and have to
learn all over again?
WHY?
Are you so damn insecure that unless the entire world agrees with you
on an OS you're life is worthless. WHY can't you simply get the
message? WE DON'T GIVE A DAM ABOUT LINUX!
Jackson@invalid.net wrote:
In article <20240627160355.4bca2f0f@mx>
Johnny <johnny@invalid.net> wrote:
On Thu, 27 Jun 2024 22:53:01 +0200 (CEST)
Jackson@invalid.net wrote:
In article <v5h8vc$25m4j$1@dont-email.me>
Big Al <alan@invalid.com> wrote:
On 6/26/24 10:14 AM, John C. wrote:
If you're thinking about updating to Windows 11, you might want to >>>>> reconsider that choice. Microsoft (under the stewardship of SatyaChange to Linux. I have no such issues. No MS account, no One
Nadella as CEO) is currently doing two things in Windows 11 that
have caught my attention:
1. Windows 11 starts forcing OneDrive backups without asking
permission
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2376883/attention-microsoft-activates-this-feature-in-windows-11-without-asking-you.html
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/06/25/windows-11-set-up-is-automatically-enabling-onedrive-folder-back-up-for-users/
and:
2. Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2375396/microsoft-erases-guide-for-switching-to-local-windows-account.html
The second is still easily gotten around by searching the
internet for instructions before doing the install of or update
to Windows 11. For now at least.
The first one isn't gotten around AFAIK at this point. If you
already have some files backed up on OneDrve, then this won't
bother you. However, if you're like me and have actually
UNINSTALLED OneDrive, I believe it will be reinstalled with the
update to or fresh install of Windows 11.
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody
into using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of
their OS. They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in
order to access your own data. These two stunts mentioned above
are a clear step in those directions.
Drive, no update reboots, I can tell what is being installed down
to the actual package and hold that update forever if I want. Such
a simple system. With limited needs, it's a great system. --
Linux Mint 21.3, Cinnamon 6.0.4, Kernel 5.15.0-113-generic
Al
You Linux jerkos don't have a clue. Below is an article by a Linux
guy who does.
I'm showing only his first two reasons. The entire article is at the
link below.
10 reasons not to use Linux
Tom Clarke
https://en.softonic.com/articles/10-reasons-not-to-use-
linux?utm_source=SEM
August 20, 2008
Updated: March 7, 2024 9:59 PM
In previous articles, we_ve often dedicated time to extolling the
virtues of Linux. However, as with Windows and Mac OS X, there are
plenty of reasons why the OS with the penguin mascot might not be the
best choice for your PC.
Here are our top 10 reasons why you should leave Linux to the geeks
and stay loyal to your current OS.
1. Because you_re happy with your current OS
Open source software is all well and good, but when you think of what
we actually do with our PCs (reading email, browsing the web,
listening to music), there are equally good solutions available for
Linux, Windows and Mac. So, why change?
2. You don_t need to know how to build a car if all you want to do is
drive
MX Linux is a version of Linux you just install and use.
All you have to do is move the panel from the left side to the bottom.
Remove items you don't want in the panel and add items you do want.
I never have to open a terminal and use the command line.
https://mxlinux.org/
If you want to try it get XFCE.
You people just don't get it. WHY should I move to a new OS and have to learn all over again?
WHY?
Are you so damn insecure that unless the entire world agrees with you
on an OS you're life is worthless. WHY can't you simply get the
message? WE DON'T GIVE A DAM ABOUT LINUX!
It's a standard reply to folks that whine about windows. Just get linux. You'll be saved.
First of all, the average user uses Windows because that and the Mac OS
are what is availble on new computers. No average buyer knows that
Linux or any other OS even exists. These average users are stuck with
the constant warnings about updating for reasons of security , so they update. Each update turns out to be a pain in the arse. They struggle
for solutions.
On 6/27/24 09:05 PM, Jackson@invalid.net wrote:
First of all, the average user uses Windows because that and the Mac OS
are what is availble on new computers. No average buyer knows that
Linux or any other OS even exists. These average users are stuck with
the constant warnings about updating for reasons of security , so they update. Each update turns out to be a pain in the arse. They struggle
for solutions.
My wife got a new HP laptop with Windows 11 on it. A decent machine, but that has no bearing on the
retort. She's had it for 14 months now, and other than the keyboard died 1 month after purchase,
and fixed by warranty, she's had zero issues. Upgrades monthly, and uses it extensively with
Quicken and Family tree and bought Microsoft Office.
I don't use those 3 programs, but I've had my laptop coming up on 8 years. Started Windows 10 and
just upgraded to 11 2 months ago. The upgrade took about 1/2 hour tops, and NO, nada, zero issues.
So I am very skeptic about all this dooms day talk about Windows. As much as I use Linux. I just
like how Linux works and looks. Yes, I'm a techie and I can make Linux look much better than the
average person but there are others the offer great themes for you to add with just a mouse and
don't need to be a techie.
End of my input.
--
Linux Mint 21.3, Cinnamon 6.0.4, Kernel 5.15.0-113-generic
Al
Simon GAHHH Creator shilled:
Newyana2 wrote:You're an idiot who either works for MS or has drank the soma.
John C. wrote:You own the hardware but Microsoft owns the operating system. If you
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into >>>> using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.   Yes, but I'm afraid anyone who cares already knows. I find
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
it striking how passive people are about devices. People let their
computers and cellphones spy on them and foist crapware on
them, as though they didn't actually own the devices. Maybe
it's partly because Microsoft have taken the boiling frog
approach. Each step is "not that bad". They've turned Windows
into spyware that installs things without asking, and what's the
response? One person thinks it's a joke. Another suggests Linux.
A third is insulted that you'd even dare to expect an honest
product.
 People on Reddit routinely express passivity. For instance, they
might complain about an aspect of copilot, but it never occurs to
them to question what right Microsoft have to intrude on the
computer they own to install copilot in the first place.
 I remember in '99 one time Microsoft was caught using an ActiveX
control in IE to record registration info from the Registries of people
visiting Windows Update. It was a scandal. How dare they?! Microsoft
promised to stop. Now they spy, install changes willy nilly, and
virtually
claim ownership of your computer. And people think that's normal.
don't agree with the licensing terms then why did you install
Microsoft's Operating system? You should really be using something else.
There are 1000s of Linux distros so go and use one from the selection
available to you. Don't tell us Microsoft runs a monopoly because they
don't. The law makers would come after them if they did anything
illegal. If anything, it is you who is doing things that are construed
as illegal. For example, to download Windows 11, you have to spoof your
identity. Why do you do that?
You seem to have lots of problems with Windows and Apps running on them.
Why are you so stupid not able to learn how to use a computer?
Go crawl back under your rock.
On 27/06/2024 12:24, John C. wrote:
Simon GAHHH Creator shilled:
Newyana2 wrote:You're an idiot who either works for MS or has drank the soma.
John C. wrote:You own the hardware but Microsoft owns the operating system. If you
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into >>>>> using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS. >>>>> They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access >>>>> your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in   Yes, but I'm afraid anyone who cares already knows. I find
those directions.
it striking how passive people are about devices. People let their
computers and cellphones spy on them and foist crapware on
them, as though they didn't actually own the devices. Maybe
it's partly because Microsoft have taken the boiling frog
approach. Each step is "not that bad". They've turned Windows
into spyware that installs things without asking, and what's the
response? One person thinks it's a joke. Another suggests Linux.
A third is insulted that you'd even dare to expect an honest
product.
 People on Reddit routinely express passivity. For instance, they
might complain about an aspect of copilot, but it never occurs to
them to question what right Microsoft have to intrude on the
computer they own to install copilot in the first place.
 I remember in '99 one time Microsoft was caught using an ActiveX
control in IE to record registration info from the Registries of people >>>> visiting Windows Update. It was a scandal. How dare they?! Microsoft
promised to stop. Now they spy, install changes willy nilly, and
virtually
claim ownership of your computer. And people think that's normal.
don't agree with the licensing terms then why did you install
Microsoft's Operating system? You should really be using something else. >>> There are 1000s of Linux distros so go and use one from the selection
available to you. Don't tell us Microsoft runs a monopoly because they
don't. The law makers would come after them if they did anything
illegal. If anything, it is you who is doing things that are construed
as illegal. For example, to download Windows 11, you have to spoof your
identity. Why do you do that?
You seem to have lots of problems with Windows and Apps running on them. >>> Why are you so stupid not able to learn how to use a computer?
Go crawl back under your rock.
So what exactly are you trying to tell us? Are you saying that you like Microsoft Windows but don't like the rules set in the Licensing
agreements? Please clarify.
I get the feeling that you don't like Linux otherwise you would be using
it and spend more time on Linux newsgroups.
Windows is owned by Microsoft and they can set the licensing terms and
users can accept and start using the OS or simply refuse to accept the
terms and move on to something else.
It's quite simple actually if you can use your brain a bit.
John C. wrote:
Newyana2 wrote:
John C. wrote:
   Yes, but I'm afraid anyone who cares already knows. I find
I've said for a long time that M$ has a goal of forcing everybody into >>>> using dumb terminals and paying rental fees for the use of their OS.
They also want to eventually force you to pay fees in order to access
your own data. These two stunts mentioned above are a clear step in
those directions.
it striking how passive people are about devices. People let their
computers and cellphones spy on them and foist crapware on
them, as though they didn't actually own the devices. Maybe
it's partly because Microsoft have taken the boiling frog
approach. Each step is "not that bad". They've turned Windows
into spyware that installs things without asking, and what's the
response? One person thinks it's a joke. Another suggests Linux.
A third is insulted that you'd even dare to expect an honest
product.
 People on Reddit routinely express passivity. For instance, they
might complain about an aspect of copilot, but it never occurs to
them to question what right Microsoft have to intrude on the
computer they own to install copilot in the first place.
 I remember in '99 one time Microsoft was caught using an ActiveX
control in IE to record registration info from the Registries of people
visiting Windows Update. It was a scandal. How dare they?! Microsoft
promised to stop. Now they spy, install changes willy nilly, and
virtually
claim ownership of your computer. And people think that's normal.
One reason M$ spies so much is that India has taken it over IMO.
And I totally agree. I have to use a cell phone, so I'm using a very
basic flip phone that runs KaiOS. KaiOS still spies on people though.
Only way to prevent it from doing it is to turn off the phone, then
crack it open and remove the battery.
Wouldn't it be easier to make a tin foil pouch to keep it in?
Just slip the phone inside whenever you think it is spying on you.
Simon GAHHH Creator wrote:
What part of that don't you understand?
Either that or get one of these:
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=faraday+bags+for+phones&ref=nb_sb_noss
What part of that don't you understand?
| Sysop: | Keyop |
|---|---|
| Location: | Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, UK |
| Users: | 361 |
| Nodes: | 16 (2 / 14) |
| Uptime: | 123:27:34 |
| Calls: | 7,716 |
| Files: | 12,861 |
| Messages: | 5,727,955 |