Black Screen of Death: A Lesson in FUD
PC World | at | by Mike
The reports of the Windows "black screen of death" seem to be greatly exaggerated and hardly worth mentioning. The FUD and sensationalism that have surrounded the issue are a bigger story than the actual black screen of death at this point, and highlight the need for clear communication and ethical disclosure.
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