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____/ Jerry McBride on Monday 17 December 2007 03:29 : \____
> Shannon Jacobs wrote:
>
>> Interesting reports there. Mostly just wanted to note that I finally
>> managed to order mine on the reverse twofer offer, and I'm looking
>> forward to finding out if it's as interesting as it sounds. Worst case
>> I'll wind up donating two machines instead of the one... However, I
>> think some of the controversy may be because this really is a game-
>> changing innovation, and of course the players of the old games will
>> object.
>
> That, my friend, is an understatement if I ever heard one...
Yes, I've included examples in the OP. The matter of fact is that cheaper
computers -- while definitely in the interest of the market -- aren't in the
interest of most manufacturers (hardware and software alike).
OLPC is a case of disruption. Big players chose to fight it rather than embrace
it and the consumer ought to 'retaliate' with its wallet. Otherwise, nothing
will every change. Learn from the RIAA.
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