Terence Posted November 30, 2000 Share Posted November 30, 2000 Hello Comrades I know its not the most intelligent question, but I'd really like to know what "going gold" means. I keep seeing it, but its never been explained. Can anyone tell me please. Thanks, Terence PS. Feel free to mock me as much as you want as long as you actually tell me the answer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croda Posted November 30, 2000 Share Posted November 30, 2000 'Hello, Terrence.' 'Hello, Phillip.' 'Pull my finger.' Brrrrrrt!!! 'Ha Ha Ha' The Gold version is the final, no more testing needed, version of the software. The one that is released for general consumption. ------------------ <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Elijah Meeks: You rock, Croda<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chupacabra Posted November 30, 2000 Share Posted November 30, 2000 Going Gold is typically the term used when software has been sent by a software company to a CD pressing company. ie., the software is ready and will be shipping soon. IIRC the term itself refers to the gold color of the master CD. ------------------ Grand Poobah of the fresh fire of Heh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terence Posted November 30, 2000 Author Share Posted November 30, 2000 Thanks! Very much appreciated. Now that you guys mention it, it seems likely that this stems from the shiny, golden color of the Compact Disk. Terence. ps. now Phillip smells like my butt!!! hahahahaha!!! pps. im a Member now. how rich this day is. [This message has been edited by Terence (edited 11-30-2000).] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkmek Posted November 30, 2000 Share Posted November 30, 2000 I learn something new every day. I thought it meant units sold. Like in the recording industry. CM "Gone Gold" I thought they had sold X number of copies or had X number of pre-orders. And here I was all happy wallowing in my ignorance. Anyone know where I can read some more AARs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chupacabra Posted November 30, 2000 Share Posted November 30, 2000 Actually, that's true as well. 'Going gold' is also used to refer to a game which has sold, I think, 100,000 units. ------------------ Grand Poobah of the fresh fire of Heh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croda Posted November 30, 2000 Share Posted November 30, 2000 Naturally, this is all far different from 'Solid Gold' which was an American television show in the late '70s and early '80s dedicated to showcasing the worst music America had to offer, and known mostly for the 'Solid Gold Dancers:' a troop of scantily dressed women who physically and rhythmically interpreted the music being played. And now back to your regularly scheduled discussion. ------------------ <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Elijah Meeks: You rock, Croda<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THumpre Posted December 1, 2000 Share Posted December 1, 2000 Everyone knows it means usinga top shelf tequila in your margarita. ------------------ When one goes tear-assing around, one often ends up with a torn ass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmac@work Posted December 1, 2000 Share Posted December 1, 2000 Ahhh, THumpre... I like the way you think! And me, stuck at work! DRAT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chairman7w Posted December 1, 2000 Share Posted December 1, 2000 Hey hey hey... Back off those Solid Gold dancers!! They helped get me through Puberty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terence Posted December 1, 2000 Author Share Posted December 1, 2000 For the love of god, BTS, please lock this thread!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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