A regular hissy fit over something they don't yet control.

I usually say I have 25-30 computers, and ask them to tell me which one has the problem. Reasoning that they called me and must be able to know which unit it is. They will either be confused and pass me to the "next support level" or say it doesn't matter which unit I log in to. At that point I insist they tell me which unit it is. By this time they usually use some foul language and/or simply hang up. Mission accomplished.

It's fun to tell them you have 23 computers and insist they tell you which one is infected.

Dude's got it right. An RB750 or equivalent provides lowest TCO. Others aren't even close.

Go study the guy deciding between MySQL and Postgres. Geez

It doesn't get more craven then that.

Only you can answer that question. Good luck!

I'm free to use non-free or free software, and I like it. If you are true believer in freedom, then let me be. I'm smart enough to make the choice and responsible enough to accept the consequences.

These scum posted thousands of stolen passwords. It is reported pay p@l accounts were compromised. How loudly you would cry if the acts of these criminals lead to your identity theft. Thank you FBI!

It's refreshing to hear from a like minded free market person. I wish you continued success!

If you want to keep it that way, then don't tell anyone. Seriously.

I've been doing this for nearly 10 years. Don't kid yourself about office politics. It can easily become worse when you are not there to monitor the day to day wrangling. Ignorance doesn't make the problem go away.

Never ever let anyone tell you what you can or should earn. Your salary is your choice. Do what you love, take control, and don't whine. This approach has worked well for me for the past 30 years. I've survived more than a few industry changes over that time.