I don't particularly care, as long as there is no incentive for a company to be building software with pre-C++11 compilers. I don't have any problem paying for

I don't particularly care, as long as there is no incentive for a company to be building software with pre-C++11 compilers. I don't have any problem paying for tools if it's covered or part of the budget. The problem is that the unique combination of ubiquity, expensive upgrades, and relative lack of substantial innovation (which would offer an additional incentive for upgrades) means that MSVC shops can be simultaneously willing to buy licenses one year, and unwilling to buy upgrades another. I don't like your inquisitive tone and persistent uncharitable reading of my comments, and I will not engage any further without an outright apology. Good day.