Microsoft's "test update" fluke was a real test - a test to see if they can send encrypted updates. ( conspiracy )

submitted by Calorie-Kin

With the current reputation of Microsoft, people started checking what updates do. Checking what files were affected, what was installed and how the system changed. This made Microsoft worry they won't be able to push spyware via Windows Update.

The solution? Encrypted updates. A new method of delivering updates that completely hides the files installed, their purpose, and maybe even unlists them from "Installed Programs"? It would only make sense, given how people over-analyze their updates.

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Encryption for me but not for thee. I feel like the writing is on the wall with this one and the sad thing is, if you explain this to the average person they will think your crazy.

jerry

I want to know why MS is suddenly doing such stupid fucking shit. That's the real conspiracy. why?

OrangeKraken

Microsoft is more or less holds the foundation for the worlds businesses.

That kind of spread is invaluable, it would be weird if they didn't exploit it for ill deeds.

anticlutch

$$$

The government will pay them far far more for access than their users pay for software.

Though they seem to have short sighted this. What happens when MS loses significant market share?

flope_de

The shareholders sell their shares and go on to find another company to destroy. Welcome to the wonderful world locust capitalism.

Calorie-Kin

encrypted .gov and .mil addresses.

That way you have no idea where your data goes.