Microsoft launches software for cheap Portuguese laptop

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It makes NO sense

>allowing .. to be compatible with the rest
> of the world.

Real compatibility comes from standards, shouldn't come from monopoly

> They can share documents and pictures
> with one another ...

As long as the "other" bought the same software.

> there will be no compiling of applications.

When are you going to get it through your head that in most linux distributions you only compile if you want to have the development versions?

> The children won't need to look for source code
They won't be able even if they want to.

> no need to use complicated commands from
> the MS-DOS prompt
No Ability to automate complex task, will be dependant on what the MS masters allow them to do. Even MS finally discovered (after 25 years) that a decent shell was a necesity and they released PowerShell.

> they can download thousands of programs at their leisure and have it install instantly with no hassle.

And thousands of viruses. But I guess that having an antivirus is not a hassle for you, but a necesity?

> This is going to be a great way to get these kids to learn and make it fun.

This is a great way to making them dependent on the MS monopoly, where they are given the fish and not tought how to fish.

Of course, nothing prevents them from using and developing open source on this platform.

Posted by: rarsa   Posted on: 10/03/08 You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use

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