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Not always "broken code"

Broken code causes some problems yes, but not always. Spyware, viruses, and rootkits are just as easily (if not easier) placed on a user's computer because they installed software that had spyware or viruses bundled with it. Rootkits can be installed by disgruntle employees on servers not necessarily through exploits even on the most secured server.

And stop complaining about bugs and exploits. Every software company has them, every programmer creates them (granted - some more than others). Given the amount of code Microsoft has (probably in the billion+ lines) and millions of new lines of code generated every year can you honestly expect it to be easy to suddenly go through and fix it? I'm not saying that they've done everything they could to lower the risks, but they are getting better. The "secure by default" initiative is a step in the right direction even if it is far overdue.

Patch your systems (they're free after all), use a firewall (also lots of free ones available), be smart when opening email attachments, don't blindly install crap on your system, and pay attention to the settings you turn on or off. I've never been infected with a virus, and I've only had spyware once on my system when it was relatively a new thing and easy to clean up. It's all about taking personal responsibility with your computer and not simply being stupid and cry because you're a victim.

Posted by: Yensi717   Posted on: 10/06/05 You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use

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