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Doesn't surprise me.

Even if it was an accident, it's improbable.

Then again, back in the dark ages, we found that if NT3.51 was under heavy load, it was possible to generate two identical guids in under 2 hours of wall time.




It's also worth noting that Turkey's government routinely blocks Google services (especially youtube) for hosting "offensive" content (e.g.: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/06/08/turkey-blocks-googl...). So, a sinister explanation is even less far-fetched for Turkey in particular.


It is probable. Just the probability is low. But it could happen.




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