Hello Andrew,
AS> I actually think that to a degree the DRM present in Steam and HL2 is AS> actually an improvement on what we get currently. Why? AS> For a start, Steam allows me to access a copy of HL2 from anywhere that has an internet connection, AS> and I can instantly start downloading it if it's a broadband connection. Broadbrand is very rare worldwide. Maybe is a better option to move HL with a CD-R than redownloading everything. HL will ask for you CD-KEY, soo not problem. Suppose a normal 8 K/s download with Steam: 600 MB, 4 hours 3000 MB (30 mods), 4 days Suppose a normal CD-R disk with HL Dir: 30 s to copy from CD to HD AS> And there's still the option to use the game CD to prove that you own the game AS> like we always have. AS> And with any luck Valve should release the offline play Steam patch soon... Ignoring Singleplayer and LAN was a mistake. Will be nice to see these problems fixed ...forever. Thanks. Looks like older system was simpler, stronger and cleaner. Maybe I am oldschool or what? Thanks for your mail. _______________________________________________ To unsubscribe, edit your list preferences, or view the list archives, please visit: http://list.valvesoftware.com/mailman/listinfo/hlcoders
