If I had mod points, I'd mod this as troll. Ubuntu is free and open source. You can pick it apart to your heart's content. So, what's the difference between installing Wolfram Mathematica or any other closed-source software with a Linux port? A codec is just a piece of software, albeit H.264 is one Canonical decided to license for the convenience of their users. I don't really see what the issue is. I've been on Linux for many years, before Ubuntu came around. I'm personally pleased that I can enjoy h.264 content without resorting to what amounts to theft.

Wow does not have assets stored on the client side. The server manages inventory. You can login from any machine.

It's not really up to aircraft manufacturers. Jet engine manufacturers such as Rolls Royce and GE would need to come up with a novel solution to prevent obsidian buildup. The Finnish airforce flew a couple training missions and had significant damage to their engines. I'd hate to see what would happen if the airlines had started throwing planes up.

But what about the low-grade em put off by rocks? Surely that's enough to set off his affliction. The poor man.

You don't know why he wants it, but it's possible as long as he can replace the firmware. As stated above, Seagate et. all usually can help with unusual firmware requests.

$60? Where are you finding a bill that cheap? :P

I really don't want my remote to navigate the digital world. I like to keep mine locked in the dark where I can keep it under control and beaten down rather than let it learn and grow. If they become educated they could overthrow us.