(05-30-2014, 03:16 AM)Shonumi Wrote:Test876 Wrote:Only hipsters and masochists run a different OS.
I'm going to verbally warn you for trolling (because you know that statement's not true, if not, take some time to think about why).
Test876 Wrote:I know little about OpenGL, so I can't speak for that. It seems to be used more often in non Windows systems. Again a problem, because Microsoft has a huge monopoly on operating systems.
It gets a lot of attention of Windows, especially for applications that need to be cross-platform. Commercial games are the exception, since those are (at this time) primarily directed at Windows gamers.
Yes it is wise to do research before making such authoritative sounding statements.
The market trend seems to beg to disagree with Microsoft and proprietary standards.
As for the hipsters statement, hipsters are people who take stance, I use what ever tool is best for the job. I do not engage in the tribal disputes of what operating system is the best answer to everything.
Therefor, ironically enough, it seems that your impulsive statement was somewhat hipsterish. . .actually I believe the proper term would be sycophantic, as that relates more in regards to a participant under the influence of the "madness of crowds" Sociological phenomenon.
One of the best friends of the system of corrupt capitalism is a person who is afraid of change.