Hmm. It still sucks that it can only be gotten directly bundled with a new PC. I can understand why, but I think that Microsoft would actually sell a lot of copies. As per Trevor’s "How to get rich" post, I think it would open up a lot of revenue for VARs: basically small computer shops or individuals that specialize in setting up media PCs. And this is how MS could sell it: no end-user purchases, only through these VARs. Those who had the know-how could still get it "directly" by going to their local OEM Express type store, which is basically a DIY parts shop.
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