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this was one of the funniest [sort of the only] code-parodies I've ever read:
The forum discussion humorously critiques the Windows Vista source code, highlighting its perceived lack of innovation compared to earlier versions like Windows 2000 and Windows XP. Participants share experiences of compiling the code, with one user humorously reporting an "Insufficient Memory" error and a bizarre execution result where their computer sang "Daisy Bell." The conversation underscores the sentiment that Vista offers minimal new features, often resembling XP, and reflects on the frustrations of users during its launch.
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CompuChip said:... Windows 2000 source code ... http://www.hopf.demon.co.uk/humour/win98.txt ...
CompuChip said:That's odd, it should compile even on a Pentium 1, as they're also using that at Microsoft. Are you sure it is the compilation that gives you the problem, instead of the execution?
Also, you might want to disable all compiler warnings and compiler errors.
RetardedBastard said:I tried to compile the code you posted and got the following error: "Insufficient Memory." Please advise.
CompuChip said:That's odd, it should compile even on a Pentium 1, as they're also using that at Microsoft. Are you sure it is the compilation that gives you the problem, instead of the execution?
Also, you might want to disable all compiler warnings and compiler errors.
RetardedBastard said:Thanks for the helpful suggestions. Proceding with your advise, I have turned off all warnings. The program has executed, unfortunately, the green power light on my computer has turned red, the sound system announced that my computer became operational in Jan 12 1992 and proceded to sing "Daisy Bell". I remain open to suggestions.
Gokul43201 said:Sing along.
RetardedBastard said:Thanks for the helpful suggestions. Proceding with your advise, I have turned off all warnings. The program has executed, unfortunately, the green power light on my computer has turned red, the sound system announced that my computer became operational in Jan 12 1992 and proceded to sing "Daisy Bell". I remain open to suggestions.
Greg Bernhardt said:No joke, I have Vista and I can't name one added feature I use or actually have seen. Seems identical to XP. but even XP seems more stable.
I went to a Microsoft dog and pony show meant to introduce Vista. They said that Vista didn't have that much new in it, but that the interface made it easier to get at the existing features.One of the flacks told this story, Bill was using the Vista version of excel and found a feature that he liked. He sent a note to the excel team to congratulate them for coming up with the new idea. They had to tell him that the feature had been in excel for several versions but that he just wasn't aware of it.Greg Bernhardt said:No joke, I have Vista and I can't name one added feature I use or actually have seen. Seems identical to XP. but even XP seems more stable.
Greg Bernhardt said:No joke, I have Vista and I can't name one added feature I use or actually have seen. Seems identical to XP. but even XP seems more stable.
jimmysnyder said:I went to a Microsoft dog and pony show meant to introduce Vista. They said that Vista didn't have that much new in it, but that the interface made it easier to get at the existing features.One of the flacks told this story, Bill was using the Vista version of excel and found a feature that he liked. He sent a note to the excel team to congratulate them for coming up with the new idea. They had to tell him that the feature had been in excel for several versions but that he just wasn't aware of it.