The WAN Show - Microsoft Sues US Government, Fails to Recognize Hitler - April 15, 2016
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The WAN Show episode from April 15, 2016 opens with the hosts addressing a lighthearted mood and a quick jump into the week’s tech headlines. The first substantial topic is Microsoft filing a federal lawsuit against the US government, contesting gag orders that prevent the company from informing customers about data requests. The discussion emphasizes that such orders can compel disclosure without expiration dates, raising concerns about First Amendment implications and transparency. The hosts compare this to a hypothetical scenario where police would need a warrant and still be unable to inform the subject, highlighting perceived overreach and the erosion of user privacy. They stress that Microsoft has repeatedly challenged government surveillance when it crosses lines they deem unacceptable. The segment pivots to broader privacy implications and sets up the show’s sampling of other technology news to follow, signaling a shift toward both policy and product updates.
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Questions answered
- What legal action did Microsoft take regarding government data requests?
- Microsoft filed a lawsuit in federal court against the US government over gag orders that prohibit informing users about data requests and over the government’s data monitoring practices.
- What is CaptionBot and how was it demonstrated in the video?
- CaptionBot is a Microsoft image captioning AI tool that analyzes uploaded images and returns captions; the hosts demonstrate it by uploading various images to see how CaptionBot interprets them.
- What happened to Nostalius, the World of Warcraft private server?
- Nostalius, a vanilla World of Warcraft private server, was shut down after hosting providers and Blizzard's actions, leading to a lengthy discussion about private servers, piracy, and the potential for an official revival.
- What were the key HTC 10 specifications mentioned?
- The HTC 10 is described as having a Snapdragon 820, 4GB of RAM, 32 or 64GB of storage with microSD expansion, a 5.2 inch 1440p display, a 12 megapixel rear camera with stabilization, and a 3000 mAh non-removable battery, among other features.