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Old 11-23-2004, 06:09 AM   #1
vharishankar
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Talking Virus writers to charge for infections!


Just read this great article on BBSpot
http://www.bbspot.com/News/2004/11/v..._charging.html

Just couldn't stop laughing so I thought I'll share it with you people...

And yes, I know BBSpot is a satire site so please no need to mention it to me! This site is just great for people who want to unwind after a long day at the office

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Old 11-23-2004, 08:37 AM   #2
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you know what would be more funny -- virus writers taking that page to heart.... finding a way to charge for their product -- perhaps that $1-$5 rate could be applied to a removal fee....
 
Old 11-23-2004, 08:42 AM   #3
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This was the real punch line... I'm still having tears streaming down my eyes.
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Computer analysts welcomed the change. "Now we can accurately gauge the cost of a virus outbreak, instead of using our random number generators," said Brian Hauberk of the Gartner Group.
 
Old 11-23-2004, 10:06 AM   #4
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Yeah that was good,,,,

This was better,,,, far better....
Microsoft Purchases Evil From Satan
 
  


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