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> why are they all trying to re-invent how we're launching applications? I understand that they want to grow the tablet and mobile market, but forcing a tablet
by nhebb 14y ago
> why are they all trying to re-invent how we're launching applications?
I understand that they want to grow the tablet and mobile market, but forcing a tablet interface on desktop users seems like a serious strategic error on their part.
Microsoft has lost their sense of identity. IBM is not a sexy company. IBM is not in the news. But IBM knows who they are - a mature company that quietly goes about making a solid profits. Instead of embracing who they are, Microsoft seems to be chasing everyone else.
Edit: removed unsubstantiated rumor.
- bztzt 14y agoThose rumors are BS, nothing is being blocked. The basis for them seems to be that they have removed implementation code for the Windows 7 start menu that was left in earlier Windows 8 builds. Third parties can still write their own start menu replacements, they just won't work if they're based on hacking Microsoft's leftover start menu code.
- einhverfr 14y agoWindows 8, now with your choice of start menus.* * Start menu not included. Applications may cost extra and/or come with adware or other malware.