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Use Windows or Go to Jail.

Published by Eric on August 25, 2007 11:11 am under Funny, Geek Stuff, General

Came across this story today, thought it was kind of funny. This Linux user was convicted of doing some bad things on the Internet and is now being told that if he doesn’t start using Windows he will not be allowed to use a computer.

Linux felon forced to install Windows | CNET News.com

A Linux user who was jailed for uploading a film onto a peer-to-peer service has been told he will have to switch to Windows if he wants to use a computer again.

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