Microsoft Limits Capabilities of Low Cost PCs

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That's a joke!!! Why would anyone want a crippled bastardized computer from the get go instead of a faster computer (same size) that happens to run linux!!!!
 
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There are more compelling reasons to buy computers without MS XP, than benefits.
MS should be afraid, as more base more apps, more apps more base . . .
For manufacturer though, Linux allows them more latitude to support new ideas in hardware, Commodification of PC or innovation.
 
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this is complete BS, Microsoft is basically saving the OEM's by creating software that takes tons of resources to run, the articles states that Microsoft's goals it to 'maintain margins,' I thought the goal was to make SUSTAINABLE software solutions... Microsoft is using its strength to push consumers into two paths - (1) buying a computer that is crippled and runs XP, realizing its crippled and then buying a stronger Linux (or Maybe Vista) based ULPC (2) buy a much more expensive and still limited Vista ULPC because of fear of falling into path 1.... I really don't want to hate Microsoft, but come on, so ridiculous, instead of extending limitations on XP, make a better capable MINI VISTA
 

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For retail USA customers buying this low priced XP, what will Microsoft charge per incident for technical support once the "Free Support period of 90 days is past". Could it be that each and every incident will cost us $65 just like the old XP and Vista do? Microsoft's hidden "Bait and Screw You" Indian goldmine!
 

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For retail USA customers buying this low priced XP, what will Microsoft charge per incident for technical support once the "Free Support period of 90 days is past". Could it be that each and every incident will cost us $65 just like the old XP and Vista do? Microsoft's hidden "Bait and Screw You" Indian goldmine!
 
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