really - Gizmodo

posts about #really more →
"Several" Netbook Editions Means There Will Actually Be 10 Versions of Windows 7
Netflix Lays Off 50 Tech Support Workers Because Microsoft Silverlight Is So Easy To Use
Fake Steve Jobs Planning Real Tour
Nyko Wii Party Station: Just When You Think Wii Accessories Can't Get Any Crazier

Your version of Internet Explorer is not supported. Please upgrade to the most recent version in order to view comments.

Dsmvwl Admin Promote to frontpage Approve user Ban user ×

AJ Haapanen
03/09/09

In reply to "Several" Netbook Editions Means There Will Actually Be 10 Versions of Windows 7
"Consumers will only be able to buy either Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 7 Professional at retail-and deliberately so; Microsoft wants to try and limit consumer confusion by only putting the two versions in front of consumers."

[www.extremetech.com]

So, no need to whine, ladies. All the other SKU's will be available to people/companies with special needs, not average engadget readers ;)
Reply

AJ Haapanen was starred AJ Haapanen was unstarred

okenny :) ...building bridges (to hide under)
03/09/09

@AJ Haapanen: You don't understand! This news are for people who need something to hate about Windows 7 or MS. Look at the posts above you... it works like a charm. It's kinda sad since Giz also linked to the story that clarifies the who deal. It makes me feel like the site schizophrenia. Regardless, I'm probably going to go the ultimate route again if the price is right like I did for Vista :3
Reply

puntai
03/09/09

In reply to "Several" Netbook Editions Means There Will Actually Be 10 Versions of Windows 7
I know exactly what you mean. Addidas has 200 versions of the same shoe. Can't they just make one??? Stupid companies giving their customers choices and possibilities.
Reply

puntai was starred puntai was unstarred

Gann
03/09/09

@puntai: Don't forget that each shoe comes in a variety of different sizes as well.
Reply

Gann was starred Gann was unstarred

OMG! Ponies!
12/09/08

In reply to Netflix Lays Off 50 Tech Support Workers Because Microsoft Silverlight Is So Easy To Use
Won't someone please think of the robots?

://www.bloggingstocks.com/2008/09/09/ads-gone-bad-gms-suicidal-robot.../
Reply

OMG! Ponies! was starred OMG! Ponies! was unstarred

OMG! Ponies!
12/09/08

In reply to Netflix Lays Off 50 Tech Support Workers Because Microsoft Silverlight Is So Easy To Use
Who cares about the tech support workers - do the robots still have jobs? Cause this poor guy can't catch a break

Reply

OMG! Ponies! was starred OMG! Ponies! was unstarred

unibrow4o9
12/09/08

In reply to Netflix Lays Off 50 Tech Support Workers Because Microsoft Silverlight Is So Easy To Use
That kinda sucks. I've talked to a few of their techs before, and they're really helpful and friendly. I guess it's good that the flash player is easier to use, but it's not like their existing one is all that difficult.
Reply

unibrow4o9 was starred unibrow4o9 was unstarred

MagnoliaX12
12/09/08

@unibrow4o9: Netflix and Vonage have the best customer support I've ever experienced. Pretty much any company could take lessons from them.

What's weird to me is that they're bragging about it on their blog. They loose Classy points for that.
Reply

MagnoliaX12 was starred MagnoliaX12 was unstarred

BeautifulAgony
12/09/08

In reply to Netflix Lays Off 50 Tech Support Workers Because Microsoft Silverlight Is So Easy To Use
Why didn't they just transition those people to other positions in the company?

In related news, I must say Netflix telephone support people are some of the nicest and most helpful support people I've ever had the pleasure to speak to for support.
Reply

BeautifulAgony was starred BeautifulAgony was unstarred

Earlier discussions Other discussions Show all discussions Show featured discussions only Start a new discussion