I think Gates was a brilliant programmer and how he used it would naturally reflect on his priorities. On the one hand to all of those who have achieved prospe

I think Gates was a brilliant programmer and how he used it would naturally reflect on his priorities. On the one hand to all of those who have achieved prosperity beyond their wildest dreams, completely as a result of his & his ex-wife's philanthropic efforts, I would say he is like a savior. OTOH to everyone who has ever used a PC, more like a villain. If you compare the multitudes in each category, along with the relative financial involvement in either direction, this should give a fairly revealing picture of his priorities. That may be a good way to make an informed judgment.