You don't have to install the program, its the survey OR the program (From the about page) "That's great – I'm all for better software, but will this be a lot of work for me? In a word, no. An advantage of this program is that there is really not a lot of work for you to do, regardless of the parts of the program you choose to participate in:
1. The survey feedback program. When you join the survey feedback program, you’ll be invited to take a survey on a regular schedule. If the survey arrives at a time where you are busy, you skip that one and take the next one instead. You will not receive more than a survey every two weeks. 2. The automated feedback program. When you choose to participate, most of the work is done behind the scenes, with no additional effort, time requirement, or inconvenience to you. Occasionally, we might send you an invitation to participate in a survey or another feedback program to get additional information about your use of computers but, in general, you only hear from us if we make significant changes to our data collection method or if we want to offer another feedback program to you that you might be interested in.
How do I enroll in the Program? When you decide to participate, you will:
1. Read and agree to the Agreement for joining the Windows Feedback Program. 2. Enter your personal information. 3. Complete a 15-minute survey that helps us to understand your user preferences and main interests. This is important for us because it allows us to target specific research activities to the right audience. For example, if you never play games on your computer, we would not invite you to participate in a survey about games. Completion of the survey is required for your registration to be complete. 4. Download and install the software on your Windows Vista or Windows XP computer if you are joining the automated feedback program. "
I just copied and pasted, and I may be wrong, because on the about page, the programs are listed under the automated feedback program. I'm all befuddled now
To add to DSeaver, you basically have to enter into both programs in order to get something and you only get one; It's not an all-you-can-eat like an MSDN subscription is. Here's the info from MS's site: ------------- Ok, tell me more about the automated feedback program - how does it work? If you agree to join the program, a small amount of data will be collected using the Windows Feedback Program software. That data will be sent to Microsoft so we can monitor how your computer is working and better understand how you are using Windows and Office. This data is collected every time you use Windows and Office. We use this data to help make future versions of the software better and more useful for you and other users.
What about the free product? If you are a Windows Vista or Windows XP user and decide to join and participate in both programs, we will send you a free Microsoft product when you participate in the program. Limit one gift per person. This offer is non-transferable. This offer expires on 12/31/07, while supplies last, and is not redeemable for cash. Taxes, if any, are your sole responsibility. The current list of products to choose from are:
* Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate (32-bit and 64-bit DVD) * Microsoft Office Ultimate 2007 * Microsoft Money Plus Premium * Microsoft Student with Encarta Premium 2008 * Microsoft Streets and Trips 2008 -------------
The sad thing is I'm tempted to enroll in this more for having a vested interest in giving them feedback so their software, like Vista, doesn't suck so much. I'm a Sys/Net Admin and have to support it on a small scale now and eventually on a large scale. I probably wont do it since I wouldn't install their monitoring software on my work computer, which I use the most, for PCI complicance sake.
I like that. So, my name is now John Smith, I live at 123 Main Street Anytown USA. I have a 10 year old IBM with a 14.4 modem that only surfs Apple.com... from the local library. Ah, priceless.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Rainier @ Dec 11th 2007 10:27AM
Fine. I'll just install the app on my old computer that I don't use anymore.
Chuckles McGee @ Dec 11th 2007 10:51AM
Smart, smart, smart. Was wondering what Microsoft would think about my vast array of err... purchased software.
Ian @ Dec 11th 2007 10:56AM
Yes, I agreed. I wonder how many times I can do this. Lots of old computers sitting around doing nothing.
DSeaver @ Dec 11th 2007 11:02AM
You don't have to install the program, its the survey OR the program
(From the about page)
"That's great – I'm all for better software, but will this be a lot of work for me?
In a word, no. An advantage of this program is that there is really not a lot of work for you to do, regardless of the parts of the program you choose to participate in:
1. The survey feedback program. When you join the survey feedback program, you’ll be invited to take a survey on a regular schedule. If the survey arrives at a time where you are busy, you skip that one and take the next one instead. You will not receive more than a survey every two weeks.
2. The automated feedback program. When you choose to participate, most of the work is done behind the scenes, with no additional effort, time requirement, or inconvenience to you. Occasionally, we might send you an invitation to participate in a survey or another feedback program to get additional information about your use of computers but, in general, you only hear from us if we make significant changes to our data collection method or if we want to offer another feedback program to you that you might be interested in.
How do I enroll in the Program?
When you decide to participate, you will:
1. Read and agree to the Agreement for joining the Windows Feedback Program.
2. Enter your personal information.
3. Complete a 15-minute survey that helps us to understand your user preferences and main interests. This is important for us because it allows us to target specific research activities to the right audience. For example, if you never play games on your computer, we would not invite you to participate in a survey about games. Completion of the survey is required for your registration to be complete.
4. Download and install the software on your Windows Vista or Windows XP computer if you are joining the automated feedback program.
"
Rainier @ Dec 11th 2007 11:08AM
@ DSeaver.....
You type alot.
=P Hehe
DSeaver @ Dec 11th 2007 11:09AM
I just copied and pasted, and I may be wrong, because on the about page, the programs are listed under the automated feedback program. I'm all befuddled now
sam @ Dec 11th 2007 11:11AM
@DSeaver
A bit further down on that page:
"By signing up for both programs, you are eligible for a free product."
John B @ Dec 11th 2007 11:24AM
@Rainier:
What's an "alot"? :P
Fuzzball @ Dec 11th 2007 11:28AM
To add to DSeaver, you basically have to enter into both programs in order to get something and you only get one; It's not an all-you-can-eat like an MSDN subscription is. Here's the info from MS's site:
-------------
Ok, tell me more about the automated feedback program - how does it work?
If you agree to join the program, a small amount of data will be collected using the Windows Feedback Program software. That data will be sent to Microsoft so we can monitor how your computer is working and better understand how you are using Windows and Office. This data is collected every time you use Windows and Office. We use this data to help make future versions of the software better and more useful for you and other users.
What about the free product?
If you are a Windows Vista or Windows XP user and decide to join and participate in both programs, we will send you a free Microsoft product when you participate in the program. Limit one gift per person. This offer is non-transferable. This offer expires on 12/31/07, while supplies last, and is not redeemable for cash. Taxes, if any, are your sole responsibility. The current list of products to choose from are:
* Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate (32-bit and 64-bit DVD)
* Microsoft Office Ultimate 2007
* Microsoft Money Plus Premium
* Microsoft Student with Encarta Premium 2008
* Microsoft Streets and Trips 2008
-------------
The sad thing is I'm tempted to enroll in this more for having a vested interest in giving them feedback so their software, like Vista, doesn't suck so much. I'm a Sys/Net Admin and have to support it on a small scale now and eventually on a large scale. I probably wont do it since I wouldn't install their monitoring software on my work computer, which I use the most, for PCI complicance sake.
Rainier @ Dec 11th 2007 11:37AM
@ John B...
Touché!
DSeaver @ Dec 11th 2007 11:51AM
Thanks sam and fuzz for unbefuddling me!
m-p{3} @ Dec 11th 2007 12:11PM
VMware FTW
Elliott @ Dec 11th 2007 1:10PM
Is there an internet connection required on that? I was planning on using it on my Carputer.
Eric Herr @ Dec 11th 2007 8:34PM
Or just install it on a virtual machine...
Scott @ Dec 11th 2007 4:10PM
I never got an email confirmation to either of the two addresses I tried signing up from...
The Aggie CEO @ Dec 11th 2007 6:11PM
yup yup..
where do I sign up.........
I can install it on my daughters computer.....they stay on Sesame street website ALL the time.......lol......
Blackstar @ Dec 11th 2007 10:37PM
I like that. So, my name is now John Smith, I live at 123 Main Street Anytown USA. I have a 10 year old IBM with a 14.4 modem that only surfs Apple.com... from the local library. Ah, priceless.