>Now, I thought the Live ID was a single sign-on for Microsoft’s online services, and the basis of a network of friends and contacts. Perhaps Microsoft is now c

>Now, I thought the Live ID was a single sign-on for Microsoft’s online services, and the basis of a network of friends and contacts. Perhaps Microsoft is now ceding that concept to Facebook or others? This does seem to be a move in that direction; and while it may be acceptance of something that was inevitable, it is a bad day for Microsoft’s efforts to matter online. I disagree. The sooner they kill off unpopular products and focus their efforts the better. Google has no qualms about quickly terminating projects that haven't gained traction, and MS shouldn't either. Especially now that they are going "all in" on search.