Yup, I think so. Makes one think about how dependent we are on cloud infra for core pieces versus supporting pieces of the architecture. They've probably negotiated some kind of private settlement.

I've directly asked our account manager about it. It's pretty scary that we don't know what automated mechanisms could just cut us off.

I really think Google underestimates the damage they've done to their reputation with these. These incidents are rare, but they're common enough where you can't trust them reliably anymore, and if that's the case, why would you pick them over other vendors?

it's not like they're the only provider, or even the #1

> why would you pick them over other vendors?

Their security track record is pretty exceptional compared to the other two.

Nice build. Will check it out. Winamp had a simplicity to it that made it great to use. Just enough config to not get in the way. I find that most modern players somehow emphasize configuration for the perfect playback experience when all you want is to just launch & listen with minimal involvement. Definitely onboard returning to owning more your own (purchased) content.

Thank you. I like the way you phrased this, especially the "just launch & listen with minimal involvement" part. That’s very close to how we think about it too.

Thanks

Glad it is still around. hg was the better experience as it had fewer command surface. But slower, and sometimes you need the extra detail commands to analyze the history.