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Re: [News] [Rival] Microsoft bans hybrid storage netbooks that run XP

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____/ Kevin Young on Saturday 06 June 2009 01:33 : \____

> Microsoft bans hybrid storage netbooks that run XP
> 
> According to bit-tech, Microsoft is banning netbook manufacturers from
> producing hybrid storage netbooks, when using Windows XP Home.
> 
>
<http://www.netbookchoice.com/2009/06/04/microsoft-bans-hybrid-storage-netbooks-that-run-xp/>
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<http://www.bit-tech.net/news/hardware/2009/06/04/microsoft-no-netbooks-with-hybrid-storage/1#comments>
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> 
> Microsoft at it's best...What aspect of your PC shall we control today!

First they try to tell you what /software/ to use.

Then they try to tell you what protocols/formats to stick to.

Then they tell you what /files/ you can access (DRM).

Now they say what /hardware/ you are permitted to use (TPM and OEM ultimatums).

Is Microsoft good for computing?
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