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On August 19, 2024 Dan began uploading content to his personal youtube channel with the goal of covering daily news and topics he is garnering expertise in.

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Windows blocking local accounts? Why do this...

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Windows blocking local accounts? Why do this...

On August 19, 2024 Dan discussed his frustrations with Microsoft 's efforts to eliminate local accounts in Windows 11 , and explains the broader implications of Section 230(c)(2) of the Communications Act of 1934 . In the video, Dan points to a recent update by Microsoft which blocked a commonly used method to circumvent an online account creation requirement when installing the operating system. Dan argues that such updates, coupled with Microsoft's seemingly aggressive push towards requiring it's users to create online accounts, are creating a "line in the sand" for users who are not comfortable with having their accounts linked to an online service.

Dan pointed out that laws like Section 230(c)(2), which allow companies to block, remove, or filter content without facing legal repercussions, are outdated and inadequate for addressing modern technological challenges. Dan explains that the law, as it currently stands, restricts Windows license owners from having full control over their products. Dan further argues that this law is effectively sounding the death knell to the "open web", meaning a more restricted and controlled internet. Dan goes on to discuss the potentiality for additions/removals to the law, given that it has become a hot-button issue amongst Republicans and Democrats recently.

Dan concludes the video by expressing his intention to continue discussing these topics in future videos, with a focus on middleware, content deletion on the web, and tech law issues like Section 230.

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4:35 Dan argues Microsoft is going too far and creating a "line in the sand" for users who are not comfortable with having their accounts linked to an online service(i.e. OneDrive or an online Microsoft account). 5:29 Dan predicts that the next version of windows will be a Software as a Service model, where users would be required to pay a monthly subscription to have access to the operating system. 6:07 Dan argues Microsoft has a "stranglehold" on the gaming market, and provides examples. 6:54 Dan explains that Microsoft has blocked one of the last method of allowing a local install and bypassing the online user account creation. Dan goes on to provide an example of a tool, Rufus , which allows users to bypass Windows account creation and perform a local install. 8:14 Dan discusses Section 230(c)(2). 9:28 Dan discusses how GrayJay, may not be legal given that it bypasses some of the functionalities or limitations imposed by the original platforms. Dan argues the lack of legislation surrounding "what is a browser" greatly muddies the waters. Dan asserts that while many websites have terms of service that prohibit automated access, browsers perform many automated tasks such as loading images, CSS, and JavaScript without user intervention. Dan argued that the legal line is blurred between what is considered acceptable browser behavior, and what might be deemed a violation of a website's terms of service. 14:05 Dan provides examples of exceptions to Section 230, Redact.Dev and antivirus software. 15:39 Dan discusses Zango , a company that sued antivirus companies which prevented their popups/malware appearing in user's pcs. Dan explains that the antivirus companies ended up winning the case. 17:13 Dan explains that Section 230(c) is only talked about in the scope of protecting online platforms in the case of free speech. Dan further explains that the law ensures that online platforms are not held liable for user-generated content, regardless of whether the content is removed or left up. Dan elaborates that these companies still must follow certain guidelines, particular DMCA laws, and may face severe legal repercussions if they fail to do so. 18:45 Dan explains what an "actual" DMCA request is, and how he goes about ensuring his request goes through. 21:22 Dan concludes that Section 230(c) does not permit the owner of a Windows license to do what they feel with the product, and is sounding the death knell to the "open web". Dan goes on to discuss the potentiality for additions/removals to the law, given that it has become a hot-button issue amongst Republicans and Democrats recently.

What to do when your competitor goes out of business or gets acquired

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On August 20, 2024 Dan discusses the opportunities presented to a business owner when a competitor goes out of business or gets acquired. Dan argues that as a business owner, it is important to be quick and strategic when attempting to capitalize on these scenarios. Dan firstly recommends using Linkedin to find areas where one's own business may be weaker, seeing if the competitor's former employees excelled in those areas, and potentially offering those employees a position in one's own business(while keeping in mind these recently laid-off employees may be disgruntled). Dan further suggests that one could potentially evaluate the assets left behind by the competitor(assuming they were not acquired), but cautions against overvaluing them as a competitor which failed may not necessarily have the most beneficial strategies to adopt. Dan advises that business owners interested in technical assets or intellectual property, should consider reaching out to investors or board members quickly to negotiate a possible acquisition, as these assets might be undervalued following the competitor's dissolution.

Dan provides a real-life example of a competitor to his business, Redact.dev, going out of business. Dan recounts how he reached out to said competitor, offered a merger, and was unfortunately shot down by the very "Philly"/aggressive owner. Dan concludes the video by arguing that other business owners may have better luck in similar scenarios, and ultimately advises one to be proactive when a competitor goes out of business.

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