Charles Simonyi would commute to the MS campus via helicopter and we all know about Paul Allen's yachts. I think it's more about it being similar to buying a s

Charles Simonyi would commute to the MS campus via helicopter and we all know about Paul Allen's yachts. I think it's more about it being similar to buying a second home or a nice car to normal people. I.e., you may or may not notice the expense, but it makes your life easier or more pleasant.