"On the flipside though, couple of years ago I think, did not some third party announce a flaw and state that they tried to tell MS about it but were being ignored?"
Billy G has promised that's not going to happen anymore.
They STILL take way too long to get a fix out.
The problem with MS software, is even if I find a problem I can't fix it or even research it's cause, because there is no access to the source code. Its like buying a car with the Engine compartment welded shut. Might look like a fuel problem, but could be a gummed up carborator, but there is nothing I can do but call the factory and wait for them to fix it.
koniace: The problem with MS software, is even if I find a problem I can't fix it or even research it's cause, because there is no access to the source code.
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"great things" ... Yeah, riiiight...
The only great thing about Microsoft is the arrogance of their marketing people -- and the gullibility of the sheeple who buy into their bu||$#!t...