▲ 654 ▼ California introduces age verification law for all operating systems, including Linux and SteamOS — user age verified during OS account setup (www.tomshardware.com) submitted 6 months ago by Amoxtli to c/technology@lemmy.world 385 comments fedilink hide all child comments
[–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 31 points 6 months ago (2 children) "My name is Microsoft, and I approved this message." permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 4 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 24 points 6 months ago (1 child) Microsoft's own servers run Linux. An in-house build IIRC named Azure Linux. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago* (1 child) And there's nothing keeping them from adding it themselves for their own in-house use & profit. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago (2 children) What does that have to do with anything? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 4 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 4 points 6 months ago* (1 child) If the only server OS legally capable of running in CA is Microsoft's - be it Windows, or their particular spin of Linux - guess who's gonna sop up all that government contract money? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) And why would this particular law exempt Azure Linux only and specifically? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Wow, I've really got to spell it out for you, huh? Azure Linux will not be exempt - Microsoft will add the required routines to it, and if they are the only ones to do so, then they soak up the server market in CA. ETA: I doubt that will wind up being the case as other commercial vendors will not want to be left behind, but we were discussing the theoretics. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) So you literally got mad at a made-up scenario in your head? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago (1 child) Please point out where I got "mad." permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 0 points 6 months ago (1 child) When you acted exasperated at having to explain something, for example. Or now, asking for proof that you were mad. These things are not done in normal, polite conversation. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 1 point 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Well, you're obviously either not terribly well-grounded in reality considering how many times I was patient enough to answer what was effectively the same question - never mind that it's perfectly reasonable to ask for proof when accused of something, or more likely you're a poor excuse for a troll. Either way, I've got better things to do than feed whatever your neurotic issue is, so I'll be blocking you. Good luck with finding the mental health assistance you obviously are in need of. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago Have a nice day. permalink fedilink source parent [–] TotalCourage007@lemmy.world 1 point 6 months ago Because these scumbag companies are essentially running business like mafia thugs. Every OS is just linux with DRM if you dig deep enough. permalink fedilink source parent [–] Willoughby@piefed.world 5 points 6 months ago* "We're every datacenter in Canada e Mexico and we collectively and politely agreed it's a good move as well." permalink fedilink source parent
[–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 24 points 6 months ago (1 child) Microsoft's own servers run Linux. An in-house build IIRC named Azure Linux. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago* (1 child) And there's nothing keeping them from adding it themselves for their own in-house use & profit. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago (2 children) What does that have to do with anything? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 4 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 4 points 6 months ago* (1 child) If the only server OS legally capable of running in CA is Microsoft's - be it Windows, or their particular spin of Linux - guess who's gonna sop up all that government contract money? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) And why would this particular law exempt Azure Linux only and specifically? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Wow, I've really got to spell it out for you, huh? Azure Linux will not be exempt - Microsoft will add the required routines to it, and if they are the only ones to do so, then they soak up the server market in CA. ETA: I doubt that will wind up being the case as other commercial vendors will not want to be left behind, but we were discussing the theoretics. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) So you literally got mad at a made-up scenario in your head? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago (1 child) Please point out where I got "mad." permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 0 points 6 months ago (1 child) When you acted exasperated at having to explain something, for example. Or now, asking for proof that you were mad. These things are not done in normal, polite conversation. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 1 point 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Well, you're obviously either not terribly well-grounded in reality considering how many times I was patient enough to answer what was effectively the same question - never mind that it's perfectly reasonable to ask for proof when accused of something, or more likely you're a poor excuse for a troll. Either way, I've got better things to do than feed whatever your neurotic issue is, so I'll be blocking you. Good luck with finding the mental health assistance you obviously are in need of. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago Have a nice day. permalink fedilink source parent [–] TotalCourage007@lemmy.world 1 point 6 months ago Because these scumbag companies are essentially running business like mafia thugs. Every OS is just linux with DRM if you dig deep enough. permalink fedilink source parent
[–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago* (1 child) And there's nothing keeping them from adding it themselves for their own in-house use & profit. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago (2 children) What does that have to do with anything? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 4 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 4 points 6 months ago* (1 child) If the only server OS legally capable of running in CA is Microsoft's - be it Windows, or their particular spin of Linux - guess who's gonna sop up all that government contract money? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) And why would this particular law exempt Azure Linux only and specifically? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Wow, I've really got to spell it out for you, huh? Azure Linux will not be exempt - Microsoft will add the required routines to it, and if they are the only ones to do so, then they soak up the server market in CA. ETA: I doubt that will wind up being the case as other commercial vendors will not want to be left behind, but we were discussing the theoretics. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) So you literally got mad at a made-up scenario in your head? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago (1 child) Please point out where I got "mad." permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 0 points 6 months ago (1 child) When you acted exasperated at having to explain something, for example. Or now, asking for proof that you were mad. These things are not done in normal, polite conversation. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 1 point 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Well, you're obviously either not terribly well-grounded in reality considering how many times I was patient enough to answer what was effectively the same question - never mind that it's perfectly reasonable to ask for proof when accused of something, or more likely you're a poor excuse for a troll. Either way, I've got better things to do than feed whatever your neurotic issue is, so I'll be blocking you. Good luck with finding the mental health assistance you obviously are in need of. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago Have a nice day. permalink fedilink source parent [–] TotalCourage007@lemmy.world 1 point 6 months ago Because these scumbag companies are essentially running business like mafia thugs. Every OS is just linux with DRM if you dig deep enough. permalink fedilink source parent
[–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago (2 children) What does that have to do with anything? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 4 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 4 points 6 months ago* (1 child) If the only server OS legally capable of running in CA is Microsoft's - be it Windows, or their particular spin of Linux - guess who's gonna sop up all that government contract money? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) And why would this particular law exempt Azure Linux only and specifically? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Wow, I've really got to spell it out for you, huh? Azure Linux will not be exempt - Microsoft will add the required routines to it, and if they are the only ones to do so, then they soak up the server market in CA. ETA: I doubt that will wind up being the case as other commercial vendors will not want to be left behind, but we were discussing the theoretics. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) So you literally got mad at a made-up scenario in your head? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago (1 child) Please point out where I got "mad." permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 0 points 6 months ago (1 child) When you acted exasperated at having to explain something, for example. Or now, asking for proof that you were mad. These things are not done in normal, polite conversation. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 1 point 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Well, you're obviously either not terribly well-grounded in reality considering how many times I was patient enough to answer what was effectively the same question - never mind that it's perfectly reasonable to ask for proof when accused of something, or more likely you're a poor excuse for a troll. Either way, I've got better things to do than feed whatever your neurotic issue is, so I'll be blocking you. Good luck with finding the mental health assistance you obviously are in need of. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago Have a nice day. permalink fedilink source parent [–] TotalCourage007@lemmy.world 1 point 6 months ago Because these scumbag companies are essentially running business like mafia thugs. Every OS is just linux with DRM if you dig deep enough. permalink fedilink source parent
[–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 4 points 6 months ago* (1 child) If the only server OS legally capable of running in CA is Microsoft's - be it Windows, or their particular spin of Linux - guess who's gonna sop up all that government contract money? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) And why would this particular law exempt Azure Linux only and specifically? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Wow, I've really got to spell it out for you, huh? Azure Linux will not be exempt - Microsoft will add the required routines to it, and if they are the only ones to do so, then they soak up the server market in CA. ETA: I doubt that will wind up being the case as other commercial vendors will not want to be left behind, but we were discussing the theoretics. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) So you literally got mad at a made-up scenario in your head? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago (1 child) Please point out where I got "mad." permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 0 points 6 months ago (1 child) When you acted exasperated at having to explain something, for example. Or now, asking for proof that you were mad. These things are not done in normal, polite conversation. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 1 point 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Well, you're obviously either not terribly well-grounded in reality considering how many times I was patient enough to answer what was effectively the same question - never mind that it's perfectly reasonable to ask for proof when accused of something, or more likely you're a poor excuse for a troll. Either way, I've got better things to do than feed whatever your neurotic issue is, so I'll be blocking you. Good luck with finding the mental health assistance you obviously are in need of. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago Have a nice day. permalink fedilink source parent
[–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) And why would this particular law exempt Azure Linux only and specifically? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Wow, I've really got to spell it out for you, huh? Azure Linux will not be exempt - Microsoft will add the required routines to it, and if they are the only ones to do so, then they soak up the server market in CA. ETA: I doubt that will wind up being the case as other commercial vendors will not want to be left behind, but we were discussing the theoretics. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) So you literally got mad at a made-up scenario in your head? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago (1 child) Please point out where I got "mad." permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 0 points 6 months ago (1 child) When you acted exasperated at having to explain something, for example. Or now, asking for proof that you were mad. These things are not done in normal, polite conversation. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 1 point 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Well, you're obviously either not terribly well-grounded in reality considering how many times I was patient enough to answer what was effectively the same question - never mind that it's perfectly reasonable to ask for proof when accused of something, or more likely you're a poor excuse for a troll. Either way, I've got better things to do than feed whatever your neurotic issue is, so I'll be blocking you. Good luck with finding the mental health assistance you obviously are in need of. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago Have a nice day. permalink fedilink source parent
[–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Wow, I've really got to spell it out for you, huh? Azure Linux will not be exempt - Microsoft will add the required routines to it, and if they are the only ones to do so, then they soak up the server market in CA. ETA: I doubt that will wind up being the case as other commercial vendors will not want to be left behind, but we were discussing the theoretics. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) So you literally got mad at a made-up scenario in your head? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago (1 child) Please point out where I got "mad." permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 0 points 6 months ago (1 child) When you acted exasperated at having to explain something, for example. Or now, asking for proof that you were mad. These things are not done in normal, polite conversation. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 1 point 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Well, you're obviously either not terribly well-grounded in reality considering how many times I was patient enough to answer what was effectively the same question - never mind that it's perfectly reasonable to ask for proof when accused of something, or more likely you're a poor excuse for a troll. Either way, I've got better things to do than feed whatever your neurotic issue is, so I'll be blocking you. Good luck with finding the mental health assistance you obviously are in need of. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago Have a nice day. permalink fedilink source parent
[–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works -1 points 6 months ago (1 child) So you literally got mad at a made-up scenario in your head? permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago (1 child) Please point out where I got "mad." permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 0 points 6 months ago (1 child) When you acted exasperated at having to explain something, for example. Or now, asking for proof that you were mad. These things are not done in normal, polite conversation. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 1 point 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Well, you're obviously either not terribly well-grounded in reality considering how many times I was patient enough to answer what was effectively the same question - never mind that it's perfectly reasonable to ask for proof when accused of something, or more likely you're a poor excuse for a troll. Either way, I've got better things to do than feed whatever your neurotic issue is, so I'll be blocking you. Good luck with finding the mental health assistance you obviously are in need of. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago Have a nice day. permalink fedilink source parent
[–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 3 points 6 months ago (1 child) Please point out where I got "mad." permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 0 points 6 months ago (1 child) When you acted exasperated at having to explain something, for example. Or now, asking for proof that you were mad. These things are not done in normal, polite conversation. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 1 point 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Well, you're obviously either not terribly well-grounded in reality considering how many times I was patient enough to answer what was effectively the same question - never mind that it's perfectly reasonable to ask for proof when accused of something, or more likely you're a poor excuse for a troll. Either way, I've got better things to do than feed whatever your neurotic issue is, so I'll be blocking you. Good luck with finding the mental health assistance you obviously are in need of. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago Have a nice day. permalink fedilink source parent
[–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 0 points 6 months ago (1 child) When you acted exasperated at having to explain something, for example. Or now, asking for proof that you were mad. These things are not done in normal, polite conversation. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 1 point 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Well, you're obviously either not terribly well-grounded in reality considering how many times I was patient enough to answer what was effectively the same question - never mind that it's perfectly reasonable to ask for proof when accused of something, or more likely you're a poor excuse for a troll. Either way, I've got better things to do than feed whatever your neurotic issue is, so I'll be blocking you. Good luck with finding the mental health assistance you obviously are in need of. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago Have a nice day. permalink fedilink source parent
[–] SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world 1 point 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 child) Well, you're obviously either not terribly well-grounded in reality considering how many times I was patient enough to answer what was effectively the same question - never mind that it's perfectly reasonable to ask for proof when accused of something, or more likely you're a poor excuse for a troll. Either way, I've got better things to do than feed whatever your neurotic issue is, so I'll be blocking you. Good luck with finding the mental health assistance you obviously are in need of. permalink fedilink source parent hideshow 2 child comments replies: [–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago Have a nice day. permalink fedilink source parent
[–] Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works 1 point 6 months ago Have a nice day. permalink fedilink source parent
[–] TotalCourage007@lemmy.world 1 point 6 months ago Because these scumbag companies are essentially running business like mafia thugs. Every OS is just linux with DRM if you dig deep enough. permalink fedilink source parent
[–] Willoughby@piefed.world 5 points 6 months ago* "We're every datacenter in Canada e Mexico and we collectively and politely agreed it's a good move as well." permalink fedilink source parent