@Paul and Edward

Paul - agree with the anti-microsoft tax sentiment (fanboy here, remember) and think avoiding products containing ms is a good idea. And I share your pessimism - but mainly because of the brilliance of their marketing.

Hey Eddy, I enjoy *some* of the jokes. I just think they're as much a product of frustration with the fact that the pretty, lean athlete can't overtake the morbidly obese slob.

Personally I hope she never does. It's pure selfishness but I like using a small-market-share desktop OS that isn't considered a worthwhile target. On the other hand I hope that everyone working in Open Source makes a zillion dollars... so obviously I'm a bit conflicted.