[gotrootdude]

I made several posts on CNET regarding using open-source programs to replace expensive proprietary programs. It seems I made someone upset, all my posts were edited and the open source project's names were deleted from the posts. The posts are still there, but they don't make any sense with the references deleted.

Is CNET a microsoft and large corporation sell out? What do you think?

[hewee]

Got a link to the post?

I know I do not like C-Net like I used to because they have changed to much.
They used to be great at reviews and you could do a search and get more info or other reviews.
But now doing the same thing your search brings up adds on best prices and or where to buy and maybe just a review but then it is hard to find because they are bringing the ads on where to buy first.

[Big-K]

I havn't been to CNET or Download.com(the same thing really) since their number 1 download was Adaware and number 2 Kazaa.

[hewee]

Yea C-net is out for the money of ads etc now days.

[§onic €hao]

CNet is very evil, I only go there for 1 time programs such as Serif 3DPlus. I think it DOES have something with Microsoft.

[hewee]

http://www.cnetnetworks.com/?tag=rev.ft

BNET | CNET.com | CNET Channel | CNET Download.com | CNET News.com | Computer Shopper | GameSpot | International Media
MP3.com | mySimon | Release 1.0 | Search.com | TechRepublic | TV.com | Webshots | ZDNet

http://www.cnetnetworks.com/aboutus/

CNET Networks has also played a leading role in the advancement of online advertising, pioneering many technological and creative developments that have helped to shape the industry.

http://ir.cnetnetworks.com/phoenix.z...ol-homeprofile

Company Overview

CNET Networks, Inc. is a worldwide media company and creator of content environments for the interactive age. CNET Networks takes pride in being "a different kind of media company," creating richer, deeper interactive experiences by combining the wisdom and passion of users, marketers, and its own expert editors. CNET Networks operates a portfolio of well-known brands that reach engaged, targeted audiences in multiple content categories. We operate industry leading Web sites, each with its own distinct brand, that deliver rich, authentic content experiences for both users and marketers. Our network of properties is currently arranged in three content categories: Personal Technology, Games and Entertainment, and Business Technology. The Personal Technology category is anchored by top brands such as CNET.com, Download.com, and Webshots. The Games and Entertainment category primarily consists of the GameSpot and MP3.com brands. Brands such as ZDNet, TechRepublic, News.com and Release 1.0 are components of the Business Technology category. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, CNET Networks has a strong presence in the United States and internationally in 12 countries.

Yep you bet money is all they care about anymore.

I also thought that C-net was own buy NBC but I do not see where it says that. They use to have NBCi on there web pages.

Also they had Snap.com that I used to like but now it is this bull.

http://home.snap.com/index.php

Had a bookmark for Snap:Computing:Internet:Web Building
http://home.snap.com/directory/categ...ts.0.pix-13092 but your see it is not even close to being the same type of site

I was right about c-net, snap and nbci.

Short Life, Long Death of NBCi
http://wired-vig.wired.com/news/busi...,42964,00.html

[Big-K]

CNET owns gamespot? I had no idea.

[hewee]

Yes Big-K it seems they are where ever the money is at.

[Big-K]

So they are. I guess it's recent, just looked. Good old ad revenue.

[hewee]

They are into each part of the net too so you know they get lots of hits.