Fucking assholes at microsoft

footfootfoot · 12-08-2015, 04:33 PM

About at my journey's end.

A few weeks ago my registry got corrupted and virusey and eventually wouldn't even work in safe mode so I borrowed a windows 7 disk from a friend and reinstalled the system.

Now windows is badgering me about activating my key. So I figure, fine. Quit nagging me.

Except it's not fine because after a lengthy convo with microshit, they tell me that they've blocked the key because I've already used it and it is an OEM key so I can only use it once.

I explain that it is going on the same machine and she said, "Too fucking bad, buy a new OS."

Fuckers. It's things like this that make me want to pirate the shit out of software.

They can fuck themselves. With a rusty toilet brush.

xoxoxoBruce · 12-08-2015, 06:26 PM

I contacted them, got some guy in India, told him this chicks PC got fucked and got to start from scratch but she lost the disc. OK, they'll send me the disc for $50, do it. Keep in mind I'm not an IT type, so I get the disc and can't load it. Call the same guy and he'll tell me how for $50. I declined, which since it took me 5 minutes was not complimentary to him or Microsoft.

I go on Google, and in another 5 minutes find not only how to do it, but that I could have used my XP disc. Lesson learned, duh. I still don't know if this was Microsoft or the outsource assholes trying to swindle me.

Happy Monkey · 12-08-2015, 06:45 PM

I need to find an updated method to get rid of the Windows 10 nag screen.

xoxoxoBruce · 12-08-2015, 06:55 PM

They asked me to upgrade once, I said no, and haven't heard anything since. I'm using 7pro and XP with Outlook Express in a virtual. Maybe the guy in India warned them.

footfootfoot · 12-08-2015, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Happy Monkey

I need to find an updated method to get rid of the Windows 10 nag screen.

Download the GWX Control panel
http://ultimateoutsider.com/downloads/

It is pretty awesome.

The most disturbing thing about windows 10 is the mindset of the people who think it is OK to keep pressing their desires upon one after they've said no. Who thinks that is an acceptable strategy? I've said no thanks, stop asking me.

The guy at ultimateoutsider mentions that microsoft has actually downloaded Windows 10 onto people's machines (6Gb!)and put it in a hidden folder. because you just haven't met the right operating system yet, that's your problem.

The GWX control panel will show you if it's been downloaded.

It's a rapist mindset that doesn't take no for an answer, I can only imagine what type of sociopaths are working at microsoft.

Here's a chilling article: http://www.computerworld.com/article...-strategy.html

I think I am going to learn to use linux. I am sick of this shit.

xoxoxoBruce · 12-09-2015, 12:55 AM

That was easy. In gratitude I even let the whole commercial run before his youtube video. Of course it was for the new hot Camaro.

Pamela · 12-09-2015, 10:30 PM

F3 - I recommend Mint 17 and the Cinnamon desktop running GNOME.

It's quite close to Windows. You can even d/l a free overlay that will make it just like any flavor of windows. Once you get it tweaked to your preference, you'll learn fast and love it.

Mine has been running 185 days without a reboot, including software updates. During that time, it has had several involuntary hibernation events due to the dog unplugging the power cord and still no crashes. Ya gotta admire that.

footfootfoot · 12-10-2015, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pamela

F3 - I recommend Mint 17 and the Cinnamon desktop running GNOME.

It's quite close to Windows. You can even d/l a free overlay that will make it just like any flavor of windows. Once you get it tweaked to your preference, you'll learn fast and love it.

Mine has been running 185 days without a reboot, including software updates. During that time, it has had several involuntary hibernation events due to the dog unplugging the power cord and still no crashes. Ya gotta admire that.

Thanks I will check it out.

DanaC · 12-10-2015, 01:36 PM

Foots! Nice to see you

Gravdigr · 12-11-2015, 02:39 PM

What she said!

orthodoc · 12-11-2015, 06:41 PM

Hi foot3! Good to know you're still with us

Madman · 12-14-2015, 02:10 PM

How is Windows 10? I've been pondering uploading the OS, but to be honest. I don't really get on my home computer enough to give a rats ass. Fuck it... Windows 3.3 is good enough.

xoxoxoBruce · 12-14-2015, 06:14 PM

It has issues, big issues, if you're concerned about privacy.

nowhereman · 12-15-2015, 07:47 AM

Happened to see my IT guy yesterday and asked him about Windows 10. He says not to do the upgrade version, but do a full clean install if you must have it. A client of his upgraded their tablet and $850.00 of billable time later, he straightened it out. Job security for the techies.(Hello Foots!)

Gravdigr · 12-15-2015, 01:51 PM

Tech: Sir, that'll be $850 for the the repairs to your tablet.

Me: Oh, hell no. That motherfucker belongs to you now.

12-08-2015, 04:33 PM	#1
footfootfoot To shreds, you say? Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: in the house and on the street-how many, many feet we meet! Posts: 18,449	Fucking assholes at microsoft About at my journey's end. A few weeks ago my registry got corrupted and virusey and eventually wouldn't even work in safe mode so I borrowed a windows 7 disk from a friend and reinstalled the system. Now windows is badgering me about activating my key. So I figure, fine. Quit nagging me. Except it's not fine because after a lengthy convo with microshit, they tell me that they've blocked the key because I've already used it and it is an OEM key so I can only use it once. I explain that it is going on the same machine and she said, "Too fucking bad, buy a new OS." Fuckers. It's things like this that make me want to pirate the shit out of software. They can fuck themselves. With a rusty toilet brush. __________________ The internet is a hateful stew of vomit you can never take completely seriously. - Her Fobs

12-08-2015, 06:26 PM	#2
xoxoxoBruce The future is unwritten Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 71,105	I contacted them, got some guy in India, told him this chicks PC got fucked and got to start from scratch but she lost the disc. OK, they'll send me the disc for $50, do it. Keep in mind I'm not an IT type, so I get the disc and can't load it. Call the same guy and he'll tell me how for $50. I declined, which since it took me 5 minutes was not complimentary to him or Microsoft. I go on Google, and in another 5 minutes find not only how to do it, but that I could have used my XP disc. Lesson learned, duh. I still don't know if this was Microsoft or the outsource assholes trying to swindle me. __________________ The descent of man ~ Nixon, Friedman, Reagan, Trump.

12-08-2015, 06:45 PM	#3
Happy Monkey I think this line's mostly filler. Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: DC Posts: 13,575	I need to find an updated method to get rid of the Windows 10 nag screen. __________________ _________________ \|...............\| We live in the nick of times. \| Len 17, Wid 3 \| \|_______________\| [pics]

12-08-2015, 06:55 PM	#4
xoxoxoBruce The future is unwritten Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 71,105	They asked me to upgrade once, I said no, and haven't heard anything since. I'm using 7pro and XP with Outlook Express in a virtual. Maybe the guy in India warned them. __________________ The descent of man ~ Nixon, Friedman, Reagan, Trump.

12-09-2015, 12:55 AM	#6
xoxoxoBruce The future is unwritten Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 71,105	That was easy. In gratitude I even let the whole commercial run before his youtube video. Of course it was for the new hot Camaro. __________________ The descent of man ~ Nixon, Friedman, Reagan, Trump.

12-09-2015, 10:30 PM	#7
Pamela Deplorable Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 767	F3 - I recommend Mint 17 and the Cinnamon desktop running GNOME. It's quite close to Windows. You can even d/l a free overlay that will make it just like any flavor of windows. Once you get it tweaked to your preference, you'll learn fast and love it. Mine has been running 185 days without a reboot, including software updates. During that time, it has had several involuntary hibernation events due to the dog unplugging the power cord and still no crashes. Ya gotta admire that.

12-11-2015, 02:39 PM	#10
Gravdigr The Un-Tuckian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: South Central...KY that is Posts: 39,517	What she said! __________________ These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA, EPA, FBI, DEA, CDC, or FDIC. These statements are not intended to diagnose, cause, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you feel you have been harmed/offended by, or, disagree with any of the above statements or images, please feel free to fuck right off.

12-11-2015, 06:41 PM	#11
orthodoc Not Suspicious, Merely Canadian Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 3,774	Hi foot3! Good to know you're still with us __________________ The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated. - Ghandi

12-14-2015, 02:10 PM	#12
Madman has left the building. Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 455	How is Windows 10? I've been pondering uploading the OS, but to be honest. I don't really get on my home computer enough to give a rats ass. Fuck it... Windows 3.3 is good enough.

12-14-2015, 06:14 PM	#13
xoxoxoBruce The future is unwritten Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 71,105	It has issues, big issues, if you're concerned about privacy. __________________ The descent of man ~ Nixon, Friedman, Reagan, Trump.

12-15-2015, 07:47 AM	#14
nowhereman sliding down the razor blade of life Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: just over the edge Posts: 228	Happened to see my IT guy yesterday and asked him about Windows 10. He says not to do the upgrade version, but do a full clean install if you must have it. A client of his upgraded their tablet and $850.00 of billable time later, he straightened it out. Job security for the techies.(Hello Foots!)

12-15-2015, 01:51 PM	#15
Gravdigr The Un-Tuckian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: South Central...KY that is Posts: 39,517	Tech: Sir, that'll be $850 for the the repairs to your tablet. Me: Oh, hell no. That motherfucker belongs to you now. __________________ These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA, EPA, FBI, DEA, CDC, or FDIC. These statements are not intended to diagnose, cause, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you feel you have been harmed/offended by, or, disagree with any of the above statements or images, please feel free to fuck right off.

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