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The video addresses concerns with aggressive software installation by Razer Hardware, including potentially harmful software like crypto miners. It provides guidance on blocking Razer's installers and offers alternative programs for RGB lighting control. A script is presented to prevent Razer's installers from running, emphasizing simplicity and reversibility. The importance of controlling system lights is discussed, with Open RGB recommended as a non-bloated tool for configuring lighting on devices like mice and motherboards. Razer components are highlighted as well-supported by Open RGB, with users encouraged to share their experiences and check device compatibility for 'save to flash' functionality.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the aggressive software installation practices of Razer Hardware, including potentially harmful software such as crypto miners. The speaker warns against installing Razer’s software and demonstrates how to block their installers and suggests alternative programs to control RGB lighting. They show the hidden install directory and advise on how to prevent manufacturers like Razer from installing software on your system through device installation settings in Windows.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses a script they created to prevent the Razer installer from launching when a Razer device is plugged in. The script deletes and recreates the Razer directory in Windows, setting permissions to prevent writing to it, effectively blocking Razer from installing anything. The script is designed to be simple and non-intrusive, allowing users to easily revert back if they wish to reinstall Razer devices. The speaker emphasizes their experience as a Windows server admin and highlights the script’s basic yet effective nature.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the importance of controlling lights in a system and introduces open RGB as a tool to configure lighting for various devices like mice and motherboards. Open RGB is mentioned as an open-source executable that allows users to set and configure their lighting without system bloat. The speaker highlights the supported devices, especially noting Razer components, which are well-supported by open RGB for configurations. Users are encouraged to check if their devices have ‘save to flash’ functionality and are invited to share their experiences with device control systems in the comments.