Now the notorious piracy of Windows in China can get a head start. They'll just 'shop the branding onto disc labels and DVD covers and sell the RC as RTM.
That's Microsoft's policy. First, they let people sell pirated versions of Windows to gain market share (given that most consumers don't even know the difference between pirated and genuine copies, this isn't particularly hard to do). Then when Microsoft suddenly stops these pirated versions from functioning or releases a new version of Windows that's not easily pirated, most of the consumers won't have a choice but to buy the genuine editions of Windows, even if it costs them a few months wage.
The Chromebooks are here, starting with Samsung's Series 5, a cute little number that promises instant-on access, 3G connectivity, and long enough battery life to web surf with the best of 'em.
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Now the notorious piracy of Windows in China can get a head start. They'll just 'shop the branding onto disc labels and DVD covers and sell the RC as RTM.
You say it like its wrong to do that... :P
That's Microsoft's policy. First, they let people sell pirated versions of Windows to gain market share (given that most consumers don't even know the difference between pirated and genuine copies, this isn't particularly hard to do). Then when Microsoft suddenly stops these pirated versions from functioning or releases a new version of Windows that's not easily pirated, most of the consumers won't have a choice but to buy the genuine editions of Windows, even if it costs them a few months wage.