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Title: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: somanyholes on Dec 20, 2008, 09:55:09
maybe of interest

http://torrentfreak.com/riaa-stops-lawsuits-but-not-the-threats-081219/
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Sebby on Dec 20, 2008, 09:57:28
It was bound to happen, and I'm glad it has - not because I think illegally downloading is okay, but because of the way the lawsuits were being handled.
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 20, 2008, 10:11:07
More work for ISPs. :(
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Sebby on Dec 20, 2008, 14:34:34
That's true. :(
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Simon on Dec 20, 2008, 21:21:37
They are never going to stop illegal downloading.  If it's there, people are going to take it.
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Danni on Dec 20, 2008, 21:28:48
(http://imgs.xkcd.com/comics/steal_this_comic.png) (http://xkcd.com/488/)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Sebby on Dec 21, 2008, 01:14:34
:lol:

I love that... And there's a lot of truth in it!
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 21, 2008, 10:28:55
There is. My font collection, the entire Adobe Font Folio, becomes worthless if I change to a Mac. Why?
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Inactive on Dec 21, 2008, 10:39:39
Font and Mac, makes ya want a wee. ;)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Danni on Dec 21, 2008, 10:45:06
I'd prefer a Wii :P
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 21, 2008, 10:45:38
I never go below 6pt, In. :)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Inactive on Dec 21, 2008, 11:04:05
Quote from: Danni on Dec 21, 2008, 10:45:06
I'd prefer a Wii :P

:rofl:
I think Wii all would Danni.
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Danni on Dec 21, 2008, 11:07:03
I got to play on one at the college Christmas party. It made me really really want one. There's even a penguin game for the Wii Fit :D
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 21, 2008, 11:10:49
I must be missing a gene. Games leave me cold.  :shake:
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Danni on Dec 21, 2008, 11:12:12
Awww :hug:
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Inactive on Dec 21, 2008, 11:13:17
Quote from: Rik on Dec 21, 2008, 11:10:49
I must be missing a gene. Games leave me cold.  :shake:

Me too Rik, but my Daughter has a Wii, she seems to enjoy it.
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 21, 2008, 11:15:40
Quote from: Danni on Dec 21, 2008, 11:12:12
Awww :hug:

:)

I make up for it in eating, Danni. ;)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: JohnUK89 on Dec 21, 2008, 11:16:06
I want a Wii too, but lack of room in my room makes it unrealistic for me to have one.  :(
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 21, 2008, 11:16:51
Quote from: Inactive on Dec 21, 2008, 11:13:17
Me too Rik, but my Daughter has a Wii, she seems to enjoy it.

Lots of people do, In, and it's not just an age thing. Right back to the days of the BBC Micro, I could never see the point in games - though I did write one for Acorn, but the point of that was earning money. ;D
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 21, 2008, 11:17:26
Quote from: JohnUK89 on Dec 21, 2008, 11:16:06
I want a Wii too, but lack of room in my room makes it unrealistic for me to have one.  :(

Get one for Danni and use it part time, John. Problem solved. ;D
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: JohnUK89 on Dec 21, 2008, 11:28:11
That would imply I've not already got something for Danni, Rik ;)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 21, 2008, 11:29:09
No, it would suggest you get her something else as well. ;D
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Danni on Dec 21, 2008, 11:29:59
/me giggles
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: JohnUK89 on Dec 21, 2008, 11:32:39
Since when did this become a "what to get Danni" thread? *ducks*
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 21, 2008, 11:40:30
Since reply #19. ;D
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: JohnUK89 on Dec 21, 2008, 11:43:56
Well trust you to dive it off in that direction, Rik :D  :out:
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 21, 2008, 11:44:44
I'm omni-directional, John. ;)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: JohnUK89 on Dec 21, 2008, 11:48:10
Well pull it back towards food or something, that always works ;)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 21, 2008, 11:59:04
I've been having problems with my smoked salmon this week... ;D
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Sebby on Dec 21, 2008, 12:31:56
:hehe:
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: vitriol on Dec 22, 2008, 17:33:35
I bought my missus a Wii and Wii Fit about 4 months ago, its been used three times, Wii Fit got sold last month to a friend for his wife. 

I've bought her another Wii game - Big Brain Academy for Xmas to try and get her to use it.  If she doesn't start using it then it's going in Jan / Feb next year.

Buy an Xbox instead Danni, far superior.
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Sebby on Dec 22, 2008, 21:19:25
Xbox 360 Elite can be had for £169.99 at Woolworths, apparently. ;)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: JohnUK89 on Dec 22, 2008, 22:07:12
Quote from: vitriol on Dec 22, 2008, 17:33:35
I bought my missus a Wii and Wii Fit about 4 months ago, its been used three times, Wii Fit got sold last month to a friend for his wife. 

I've bought her another Wii game - Big Brain Academy for Xmas to try and get her to use it.  If she doesn't start using it then it's going in Jan / Feb next year.

Buy an Xbox instead Danni, far superior.
You bought someone's wife with a Wii Fit? That's a rather poor deal there ;)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: vitriol on Dec 22, 2008, 22:20:04
She's very good looking though  ;)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Simon on Dec 22, 2008, 22:39:45
I could do with a Wii Fat.  ;D
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Lance on Dec 22, 2008, 22:59:13
I've got a Wii coming at christmas, and i'll probably get a wii fit for my birthday next month!
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: mrapoc on Dec 23, 2008, 00:04:41
Wiis look a short lived "gimmick" to me.

Its ok at first but the graphics and lack of "good games" really dont hold me

wii fit looks fun...but then again u can just go to the gym
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 08:55:02
Quote from: Lance on Dec 22, 2008, 22:59:13
I've got a Wii coming at christmas, and i'll probably get a wii fit for my birthday next month!

I'll be having several, Lance. ;D
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 08:55:29
Quote from: mrapoc on Dec 23, 2008, 00:04:41
wii fit looks fun...but then again u can just go to the gym

Or just go for a walk. :)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Danni on Dec 23, 2008, 16:38:38
Quote from: mrapoc on Dec 23, 2008, 00:04:41
Wiis look a short lived "gimmick" to me.

Its ok at first but the graphics and lack of "good games" really dont hold me

wii fit looks fun...but then again u can just go to the gym
I currently have a Playstation 2, and the only thing I really use it for is the dance mat. My agoraphobia (though not too bad) means that going to the gym or going for a walk would be very difficult. I want a Wii and a Wii fit as not only is it a lot of fun, but it will be an easy way for me to get exercise.
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 16:42:19
I opted for an exercise bike, Danni, for the same reason. :)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: JohnUK89 on Dec 23, 2008, 17:02:20
Yes, but I can't afford one of them can I? :P
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 17:04:15
Cheaper than a Wii. :)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: JohnUK89 on Dec 23, 2008, 17:08:58
Quote from: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 17:04:15
Cheaper than a Wii. :)

Well Danni wants a Wii anyway :p
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 17:10:47
This may well be true... :)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Philip on Dec 23, 2008, 17:14:10
Quote from: JohnUK89 on Dec 23, 2008, 17:08:58
Well Danni wants a Wii anyway :p
somebody get a pan............quick  :whistle:
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 17:16:12
:lol:

I'd keep your head down now, Philip. :)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Sebby on Dec 23, 2008, 17:19:24
Quote from: Philip on Dec 23, 2008, 17:14:10
somebody get a pan............quick  :whistle:

:rofl:
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Philip on Dec 23, 2008, 17:21:02
Quote from: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 17:16:12
:lol:

I'd keep your head down now, Philip. :)
I've only just come back  :eek4:
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 17:21:59
Borrow my Kevlar jacket then. ;)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Philip on Dec 23, 2008, 18:49:27
maybe she won't notice  :fingers:
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 19:13:59
If we whisper, we should be OK. :)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Philip on Dec 23, 2008, 20:31:32
 :zip:
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Danni on Dec 23, 2008, 20:35:31
Quote from: Philip on Dec 23, 2008, 17:14:10
somebody get a pan............quick  :whistle:
/me sharpens her knives and perfects her throwing skills.
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: JohnUK89 on Dec 23, 2008, 20:36:17
(which you can do with a Wii) ;)
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Philip on Dec 23, 2008, 20:45:00
Quote from: Danni on Dec 23, 2008, 20:35:31
/me sharpens her knives and perfects her throwing skills.
:out: :hide2:
Title: Re: RIAA Stops Lawsuits, But Not the Threats
Post by: Sebby on Dec 23, 2008, 21:51:20
Quote from: Danni on Dec 23, 2008, 20:35:31
/me sharpens her knives and perfects her throwing skills.

:eek4: