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They're not infected with spyware. Some of the computing power comes from the users of freeware applications, who are asked _during install_ if they want to en
by jdrock 17y ago
They're not infected with spyware. Some of the computing power comes from the users of freeware applications, who are asked _during install_ if they want to enable the grid system that powers us.
- robryan 17y agoHave you thought about the economics of having a program where people earn money from allowing use of there processing power vs paying for it regularly/ having your own processing power. Even if it was barely worth it for the user after factoring in electricity costs the novelty factor might attract people.
- Tichy 17y agoThe article I read was about one of these freeware applications (something starting with "G", and a green Logo or mascot I think, I can not remember unfortunately), which installs the spyware if the users does "Express Install". Buried in the TOS is "we may use your computing power". It was by a third company, which in turn is supposed to be used by 80legs. Perhaps 80legs is not even aware of the shady practices of that company.