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From: aaron matthew croyle (croyle@alpha.cis.ohio-state.edu)Date: 10/11/02
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From: aaron matthew croyle <croyle@alpha.cis.ohio-state.edu> Date: Fri, 11 Oct 2002 09:24:17 -0400
> The log files may also contain other information that is not
> specifically used to fix problems. This includes information entered
> by the user during setup, such as the user and organization names.
> Machine-specific technical data, such as the computer name, processor
> type, RAM, and hard-disk space information, may also be included.
> ***All of this information is stored in the setup log files regardless
> of whether you choose to report the error.***
>
> Too bad you CAN'T choose to not report the error!
>
> So basically, if you've ever had a crash, M$ has somewhere in their
> possession a database of your name, address, computer hardware,
> programs installed, what media files you have viewed, what IP address
> you were connected to at the time of the error, etc.
>
Does this include the message that happens when ever an app in XP crashes?
Even if I say no to send an error report?
-=-Aaron
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