GNU_Terry_Pratchett

Display the X-Clacks-Overhead in Clacks Semaphore
What is GNU_Terry_Pratchett?
'GNU_Terry_Pratchett' is a Firefox add-on that displays the 'X-Clacks-Overhead' message embedded in website headers as a tribute to the late Sir Terry Pratchett. Users can visualize the message through the semaphore style from the 'Clacks' board game. It's an e-tribute to respect and remember the renowned fantasy author and his iconic Discworld series.
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Add-on stats

Users: 1,366 ▲ 3
Rating: 4.71 (21)
Version: 0.5resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Creation date: 2015-03-17
Weekly download count: 43
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • tabs
  • alarms
  • <all_urls>
Size: 619.53K

Ranking

# 2555 ▼ 8
Other rankings
#67 in Alerts & Updates #300 in Social & Communication

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Add-on summary

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In tribute to the late Sir Terry Pratchett many websites are adding the message "GNU Terry Pratchett" into the html header "X-Clacks-Overhead". This plugin allows you to see when a website is using the header and read the message included. The message is also displayed visually in the semaphore style from the upcoming board game "Clacks" by Backspindle Games.

Concept: Richard Atha-Nicholls Art: Amy Atha-Nicholls Coding: Rob Grundy

User reviews

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Pros
  • Works well and is enjoyable to use.
  • Great extension with meaningful support for users.
Cons
  • JavaScript errors due to incorrect capitalization in gnu.js.
  • Extension doesn't react to HTML header anymore.
Most mentioned
  • Issue with 'Document' vs 'document' causing errors.
  • Desire for functionality enhancement (e.g., continuous flashing).
Recent reviews
by GrumbleDook, 2024-09-19
by Firefox user 17646948, 2024-06-23
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

GNU_Terry_Pratchett is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install GNU_Terry_Pratchett if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

GNU_Terry_Pratchett is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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